WKU Events

In politics, the old adage “having a seat at the table” is often used to refer to those in positions of power, influence and policy making. This poster exhibit highlights a few of the women who have held political office and had “a seat at the table” in decision making for the Commonwealth.

This exhibit tells the stories of freshmen year from participants in a student success intiative, WKU Freshmen Guided Pathway (FGP). This cohort of first-time, full-time students who graduated from one of five high schools in Warren County represent the typical WKU freshman in terms of academic achievement prior to admission and their demographic makeup.

FGP assists students as they negotiate the often difficult affective and academic shifts between high school and college. Learn more about the program in this exhibit, presented by the Kelly M. Burch Institute for Transformative Practices in Higher Education, Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, the WKU Center for Literacy, and the Kentucky Museum.

Gazing Deeply showcases how WKU’s backyard—the unique landscape of Mammoth Cave—is being studied, interpreted, and inspiring action on environmental change. Coinciding with the UNESCO Conservation of Fragile Karst Resources: A Workshop on Sustainability and Community and Earth Day’s 50th anniversary in 2020, this exhibition is a collaborative effort between arts and science faculty and students that highlights one of the most well-known and vital natural landscapes in the world. 

This exhibit traces the history of Kentucky women in politics and political activism, featuring artifacts from the Rather-Westerman Collection and the America United/Divided project. 

History suggests that as “big business” started to take hold in the late 1800s, women became more involved in business and working outside the home. However, few women owned companies. Those that did were in industries centered on women, such as home goods, apparel, or personal care.

Today, women own only 40% of businesses in the U.S., making Carrie Burnam Taylor’s business of the early 20th century that much more impressive. Curated with Dr. Carrie Cox, this exhibit will explore Taylor's life and work, displaying three of her dresses, two coats, two bodices, and various undergarments recently conserved thanks to our Adopt-an-Artifact program.

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In the late 1800s, stitchery from London's Royal School of Art needlework and Japanese arts and crafts exhibited at the Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition inspired women across America to take up their needles in new and different ways. Explore the various "maniacal" and "maddening" designs that resulted in this showcase of our Crazy Quilt collection.

Evening of Dance

Join us for an exhilarating evening of dance as the WKU Dance Company performs an array of work featuring choreography by WKU dance faculty and nationally acclaimed guest artists. From classical to pop music, light-hearted to abstract themes, audiences of all ages will be intrigued by the skill and artistry displayed through a mix of ballet, jazz, modern, and tap dance.  

                                           Thursday, Friday, & Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday at 2:00 p.m.

Adults $16 / Students & Seniors (62+) $12

The Department of Music is excited to announce the first ever Jazz Honor Band Clinic! This clinic will provide the opportunity for students to participate in a jazz big band, learn about improvisation, play in a jam session and work with our outstanding guest artists. Directors are most welcome and encouraged to attend all clinics during this event.

Find our more here: Jazz Honor Band Clinic Details and Registration

Details coming soon!

The 15th Annual LifeSkills Run for Autism, supporting the Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex at WKU, will include a 4 Mile Run, a 1 Mile Kid's Run and a 1 Mile Fun Walk.

All proceeds benefit the Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex at WKU. To register and for more information, visit www.wku.edu/wkucec/lifeskillsrunforautism.php.

The Sky Sci Festival’s flagship event is our Expo Day. It is a family friendly festival in celebration of science, including demonstrations, investigations, games, music and food. Admission is FREE.

We have stage acts and exhibit booths representing all branches of science. Participants not only watch, but are engaged in the joy of discovery at each activity tent.

Our food trucks provide scrumptious creations, both savory and sweet, to tantalize your taste buds as you cruise the activities in Circus Square Park.

This year the festival is held at Circus Square Park, 601 State Street, Bowling Green, KY, on Saturday, April 23rd, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. We are in our 6th year, and drawing crowds in the thousands from our community-at-large in Southern KY.

Visit http://skyscifest.com/2022-sky-science-festival/ for more info.

Check out the Southern KY Team Penning- SKTPA Facebook page for the showbill and more information.

WKU will host Marshall for a weekend series.

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WKU Football Spring Game