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WKU hosts Houston Baptist. For tickets, contact the WKU Ticket Office at 1-800-5BIGRED or visit wkutickets.com

For more about Hilltopper Football, visit http://www.wkusports.com/sports/m-footbl/wky-m-footbl-body.html or follow the program via social media @WKUFootball on Twitter and on Facebook at facebook.com/WKUFootball.

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Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

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Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

A caravan that includes an adult-size bounce house in the shape of the White House is coming to WKU to engage students on issues of extreme poverty ahead of November's election. The caravan is sponsored by ONE, a non-partisan organization of 2.5 million Americans working to ensure that the next president has a strategy for fighting extreme poverty, especially in Africa. The event will be hosted by the local chapter of Americans for Informed Democracy (WKUAID), in conjunction with the WKU Honors College and the Office of Scholar Development.

ONE Campaign Contact: Juliet Vedral at juliet.vedral@one.org

Americans for Informed Democracy Contact: Andi Dahmer at loandria.dahmer335@topper.wku.edu

For more information, visit: https://wkunews.wordpress.com/2016/10/04/one-caravan-2016/.

GIVE RED, GIVE LIFE | WKU vs. MTSU Blood Drive

October 10-12th | 10am-6pm | Preston Center Blue Courts

The WKU campus and surrounding community is invited to participate in the Give Red, Give Life blood drive benefiting the American Red Cross on October 10-12, 2016. The blood drive is a competitive way in which supporters can help donate blood during the week leading up to the Western Kentucky University vs. Middle Tennessee State University football game. The school that receives the most blood donations for the American Red Cross will be recognized at the game in Murfreesboro on October 15.

VISIT REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG & SEARCH WKUVSMTSU TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

Appointments are encouraged, but not required. 

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

GIVE RED, GIVE LIFE | WKU vs. MTSU Blood Drive

October 10-12th | 10am-6pm | Preston Center Blue Courts

The WKU campus and surrounding community is invited to participate in the Give Red, Give Life blood drive benefiting the American Red Cross on October 10-12, 2016. The blood drive is a competitive way in which supporters can help donate blood during the week leading up to the Western Kentucky University vs. Middle Tennessee State University football game. The school that receives the most blood donations for the American Red Cross will be recognized at the game in Murfreesboro on October 15.

VISIT REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG & SEARCH WKUVSMTSU TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

Appointments are encouraged, but not required. 

DiscoverWKU is an event that takes place in communities around Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana where prospective students and their families can meet current WKU students, faculty, staff, and alumni.  Students can visit with representatives from academic departments, student services, and other WKU offices to gather more information about becoming a Hilltopper.  

There will be admissions presentations at every DiscoverWKU. Students will also be able to drop-off official documents (transcripts, test scores, etc) at all events. 

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

GIVE RED, GIVE LIFE | WKU vs. MTSU Blood Drive

October 10-12th | 10am-6pm | Preston Center Blue Courts

The WKU campus and surrounding community is invited to participate in the Give Red, Give Life blood drive benefiting the American Red Cross on October 10-12, 2016. The blood drive is a competitive way in which supporters can help donate blood during the week leading up to the Western Kentucky University vs. Middle Tennessee State University football game. The school that receives the most blood donations for the American Red Cross will be recognized at the game in Murfreesboro on October 15.

VISIT REDCROSSBLOOD.ORG & SEARCH WKUVSMTSU TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

Appointments are encouraged, but not required. 

2016 Gail Martin Lecture Series

Carol Taylor-Shim

"Meet Me at the Intersection"

Free, swipeable event

For nearly 20 years, Carol worked in child welfare addressing child maltreatment and familial dysfunction whle battling a system responsible for disproportional treatment and outcomes for families and children of color. She now serves as Bias Incident Response Coordinator for the Univeristy of Kentucky Violence Intervention and Prevention Center where she provides advocacy and support for those impacted by instances of bias, hate, and identity-based violence and works to create and nurture a culture of belonging.

Sponsored by Gender & Women's Studies and Diversity & Community Studies

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There will be free pizza, chance to win a WKU Winter Term t-shirt, and catch Wally!

DiscoverWKU is an event that takes place in communities around Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana where prospective students and their families can meet current WKU students, faculty, staff, and alumni.  Students can visit with representatives from academic departments, student services, and other WKU offices to gather more information about becoming a Hilltopper.  

There will be admissions presentations at every DiscoverWKU. Students will also be able to drop-off official documents (transcripts, test scores, etc) at all events. 

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Hilltopper Hysteria for WKU Basketball will follow at approximately 7:30 p.m.

WKU’s annual tip-off event for Hilltopper and Lady Topper Basketball.

Parking and admission are free for the event. The first 500 fans will receive a free T-shirt.

Hilltopper Hysteria includes individual player and coach introductions for both programs, scrimmages by both teams, a shooting stars challenge, an autograph session to end the night and giveaways and prizes for fans. WKU's Spirit Squad will also entertain fans at the event.

The event will begin with the WKU volleyball team’s conference matchup against UAB at 6 p.m., with the basketball festivities to follow at approximately 7:30 p.m.

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In its 37th year, Med Center Health 10K Classic will be held on the picturesque campus of Western Kentucky University. Boasting one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation, with 200 sprawling acres, WKU's main campus features 53 buildings crowning a commanding hilltop. All race events will start and finish at the bottom of the "Hill" near the Houchens L.T. Smith Football Stadium.

Learn more.

Are you interested in pursuing a graduate degree in Counseling or Student Affairs? Meet with faculty and students to learn more about what opportunities the Department of Student Affairs has for you! http://www.wku.edu/csa/ or meet with a faculty member today!

Want to help others for a living? Visit the Department of Counseling and Student Affairs and see what a graduate degree in counseling can do for you! 

http://www.wku.edu/csa/
Spring Admissions deadline, October 15, 2016

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Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

DiscoverWKU is an event that takes place in communities around Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana where prospective students and their families can meet current WKU students, faculty, staff, and alumni.  Students can visit with representatives from academic departments, student services, and other WKU offices to gather more information about becoming a Hilltopper.  

There will be admissions presentations at every DiscoverWKU. Students will also be able to drop-off official documents (transcripts, test scores, etc) at all events. 

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

President Gary A. Ransdell and the Carol Martin Gatton Academy cordially invite you to the Gatton Academy Expansion Celebration with honored guest, Mr. Carol Martin "Bill" Gatton, Benefactor.

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The WKU Chili and Cheese Luncheon and Pep Rally, sponsored by the Jennings Perry Schmitt Financial Group, will be held at 643 Sports Bar on October 20th from 11 am to 1 pm. Come celebrate the Homecoming tradition with good food, great fun and plenty of WKU cheer! WKU Football players, Pep Band, Cheerleaders and Homecoming Queen Candidates will join Coach Jeff Brohm for an exciting afternoon that is sure to elevate the Hilltopper Spirit. It is only $5 for a bowl of Wendy's of Bowling Green chili, a grilled cheese, dessert and a soft drink! Purchase your tickets and place call-ahead orders online at alumni.wku.edu/chilicheese16. You may also purchase tickets at the door. This event is presented by the WKU Alumni Association and Junior Achievement of South Central Kentucky with proceeds going to benefit Junior Achievement. For additional information please contact the JA Office at 270-782-0280.

DiscoverWKU is an event that takes place in communities around Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana where prospective students and their families can meet current WKU students, faculty, staff, and alumni.  Students can visit with representatives from academic departments, student services, and other WKU offices to gather more information about becoming a Hilltopper.  

There will be admissions presentations at every DiscoverWKU. Students will also be able to drop-off official documents (transcripts, test scores, etc) at all events. 

Sollee is a Kentucky-born cellist and composer. Initially beginning his touring career on a bicycle in 2009, according to his biography, Solle has since traveled over 4,000 miles and reached even more hearts (and ears) than ever before, such as when he performed in Carnegie Hall and the Lincoln Center. 

Admission to this event is free, but seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

WKU hosts Conference USA opponent Old Dominion for the 2016 Homecoming game. For tickets, contact the WKU Ticket Office at 1-800-5BIGRED or visit wkutickets.com

For more about Hilltopper Football, visit http://www.wkusports.com/sports/m-footbl/wky-m-footbl-body.html or follow the program via social media @WKUFootball on Twitter and on Facebook at facebook.com/WKUFootball.

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20^th Annual Jim Wayne Miller Celebration of Writing with Silas House as presenter. 

His reading will be followed by a reception and book signing. Open to the public. 

For more information contact Mary Ellen Miller, 270-745-5721 or mary.miller@wku.edu

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Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

The WKU Marketing Council is an internal network of WKU employees who have marketing responsibility in their particular college, division, or department. The Council meets quarterly to discuss communications principles, best practices, trends and opportunities and also communicates via listserv.

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Kentucky Folklife Program and Department of Folk Studies & Anthropology host:

Log Cabin Old-Time Jam

Thursday, October 27th, 7-9pm

At the Pioneer Log Cabin on WKU campus

This is an informal old-time music jam that is open to all levels.

Learn more about the Kentucky Folklife Program.

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Visit http://www.wku.edu/regents for agenda and details.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.

Learn more about the exhibit on the Kentucky Museum website.