WKU Events
- Location: HCIC 3024
- Time: 8:30am - 9:30am
Have questions about Honors Augmentation Contracts (HACs)? Learn more in a group advising session with the MHC academic advisors.
- Location: Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium
- Time: 2:30pm - 5:30pm
The Hilltoppers kick off the 2023 season against South Florida. The game will be televised on CBS Sports Network.
- 2023 Gameday Guide
- 2023 Tailgating Map
- Event Parking/Traffic Information
- Reserved Lots/Road Closings Map
- WKU vs. South Florida Preview
- Game Notes
For more about WKU Football, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/football
- Location: WKU
- Time: All Day
All WKU Offices closed in observation of Labor Day
- Location: WKU Housing Portal | www.wku.edu/housing/portal
- Time: All Day
Room change requests are accepted through the Housing Portal.
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: DSU 3003
- Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Majors, Minors, and Career Exploration Fair
September 6th 11am-2pm
DSU 3003
This event is for all students.
More information available at https://www.wku.edu/exploratory/majors-and-minors-fair.php
- Location: Ogden College Hall Auditorium
- Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates, and similar programs host by the National Insititutes for Health and other funders, provide paid summer research internships at university research labs across the country. WKU students obtain and participate in summer research internship programs every year.
This event will focus on connecting undergraduate students in nearly all academic disciplines, including biomedical, STEM, and social science undergraduates, with these programs.
Moderated by Cory Dodds in the Office of Scholar Development, a panel of WKU faculty, who have previously managed an REU, will discuss the mentorship provided via research internship programs and the do's and don'ts of applying for these valuable opportunities.
- Location: Ogden College Hall Auditorium
- Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The National Science Foundation and National Institute for Health fund paid summer research internships at universities across the nation. This event will teach students how to find, apply for, and secure paid summer research experiences in biomedicine, STEM, and social science for summer 2024.
- Location: HCIC Multipurpose Room (1011)
- Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
College Knowledge is a series happening throughout the Fall semester for international students.
The September 6 interactive discussion is designed to enhance your understanding and performance in your classes. This session will explore the things you expected to find in your U.S. education that you did not find, or the things that you found, that you did not expect. We will discuss the culture of your classes, and some of the differences between classes here and elsewhere you may have studied.
Additional sessions:
Wednesday, September 20: Health & Wellness
Wednesday, October 18: Relationships in the U.S.
Wednesday, November 1: Preparation for Spring Semester
Wednesday, November 15: Cultural Adjustment
- Location: COHH 4123
- Time: 5:30pm
The SIAM student chapter of WKU will be holding its first event of the semester. ???? We will serve Pizza, snacks, and beverages. We also have games.
When: 05:30 pm, Wednesday, 09/06/2023
Where: COHH 4123.
What: SIAM student chapter first meeting of the semester.
In addition, we are now recruiting! All positions in the leadership team are OPEN, including the president, the vice president, the secretary, the treasurer, and the social media coordinator. If you are interested, please come and join us.
More information about our chapter can be found at following website: https://orgs.wku.edu/siam/
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: Grise Hall Back Lawn
- Time: 11:30am - 2:00pm
Come join GFCB Thursday, September 7th for free food and a student activities fair! For more information please call the GFCB Dean's Office.
- Location: Zoom
- Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join U.S. Department of State Diplomat in Residence for the North Central Region (KY, TN, IN, MI), Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) St. Louis Office Agent-in-Charge Matthew Perry, and Bureau of Consular Affairs Recruitment Advisor Tyquain McClellan for a virtual general information session on State Department students programs and careers.
Attendees will learn about State Department career pathways and specific opportunities for students. After an initial presentation, students will have the opportunity to ask questions of State Department officials and WKU students who have participated in State Department opportunities.
This virtual event will be conducted via Zoom and hosted by Will Randolph from the Office of Scholar Development. Students can register for the event by completing the following form: https://airtable.com/appoo5ahu12jM49YK/shrulNuXHwwkpmQ9Z
- Location: Zoom
- Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join U.S. Department of State Diplomat in Residence for the North Central Region (KY, TN, IN, MI), Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) St. Louis Office Agent-in-Charge Matthew Perry, and Bureau of Consular Affairs Recruitment Advisor Tyquain McClellan for a virtual general information session on State Department students programs and careers.
Attendees will learn about State Department career pathways and specific opportunities for students. After an initial presentation, students will have the opportunity to ask questions of State Department officials and WKU students who have participated in State Department opportunities.
This virtual event will be conducted via Zoom and hosted by Will Randolph from the Office of Scholar Development. Students can register for the event by completing the following form: https://airtable.com/appoo5ahu12jM49YK/shrulNuXHwwkpmQ9Z
- Location: DSU Lobby
- Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Taste of WKU is an annual FREE event hosted by the WKU Restaurant Group and Hilltopper Nutrition at DSU Lobby. Select restaurant locations will feature a menu item which students can sample and then enter to win various prizes.
- Location: The Valley (behind the heat plant / grassy area by College Heights Blvd.)
- Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Valleypalooza has been a favorite event on the Hill since 1993 and took a break after 2019, but it's back and better than ever! And after having to be rescheduled for rain in the spring, it's back AGAIN!
Join us on Thursday, September 7 from 3-6 PM in the Valley (behind the heat plant in the grassy area by College Heights Blvd.) with:
- ???? Free Food
- ???? Free Kona Ice
- ???? Inflatables
- ???? Dunk Tank
- ⛳️ Lawn Games
- ???? Free self-screenprinted WKU tote bags (for the first 150 participants)!
Hosted by WKU Housing & Residence Life
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Presentation by Dr. Nichols Hartlep, Associate Professor of Education Studies and Robert Charles Billings Endowed Chair in Education, Berea College. A leading authority on the model minority stereotype, Dr. Hartlep will untangle the model minority stereotype of Asian/Americans in a way that will illuminate three racist elements of the model minority myth's sophistry and discursive nature, and its reliance on dog whistle politics. This talk will draw from three of his previous books: The Model Minority Stereotype: Demystifying Asian American Success, The Model Minority Stereotype Reader: Critical and Challenging Readings for the 21st Century and Killing the Model Minority Stereotype: Asian American Counter Stories and Complicity.
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: Diddle Arena
- Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
- Location: Diddle Arena
- Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball
- Time: All Day
Western Kentucky University's Parent & Family Weekend is an exciting event for Hilltopper families! Join us for a weekend full of events for the whole family. We will also recognize the student-nominated "WKU Family of the Year!"
Learn more at wku.edu/pfw
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Time: All Day
Western Kentucky University's Parent & Family Weekend is an exciting event for Hilltopper families! Join us for a weekend full of events for the whole family. We will also recognize the student-nominated "WKU Family of the Year!"
Learn more at wku.edu/pfw
- Location: L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center Main Arena
- Time: 10:30am
For more information: Southern KY Team Penning- SKTPA on Facebook
- Books open at 9:30 a.m., Show starts at 10:30 a.m.
- 60% payback after cattle charge ($15/team)
- Cowboy Attire
- Office Fee $10 per rider
- Stalls $25/night (if needed)
- Year End Awards for top 3 places (must ride 4 of the 9 shows to be eligible for year end awards)
President Greg Gassaway (270) 646-8495; Vice President Sean Shaw (502) 741-1507
- Location: Diddle Arena
- Time: 12:30pm - 3:00pm
For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball
- Location: Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium
- Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
The Hilltoppers host Houston Christian. The game is a White Out; WKU fans are encouraged to wear white. The game will be televised on ESPN+.
- Event Parking/Traffic
- Reserved Lots/Road Closings Map
- 2023 Gameday Guide
- 2023 Tailgating Map
- WKU vs. Houston Christian Preview
- Game Notes
- Parent & Family Weekend Schedule
For more about WKU Football, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/football
- Time: All Day
Western Kentucky University's Parent & Family Weekend is an exciting event for Hilltopper families! Join us for a weekend full of events for the whole family. We will also recognize the student-nominated "WKU Family of the Year!"
Learn more at wku.edu/pfw
- Location: FAC - FAC 0189
- Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
- Location: FAC - FAC 0189
- Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
- Location: DSU 2001
- Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Career workshop series for international students and study abroad returnees. Learn how to make the most out of your global experiences as you prepare for a career and for international students, how to effectively navigate the USA job market. Pre-registration and more information on this series can be found HERE. Pre-registration by September 10th is required. Participating students are expected to attend at least 4/5 workshops.
- Monday, September 11th @ 4pm- WKU Career Development Services, Handshake, and Stepping Blocks
- Monday, September 18th @ 4pm- Resumes & Cover Letters
- Monday, September 25th @ 4pm- Interviewing Skills
- Monday, October 9th @ 4pm- Searching for Jobs/Internships Part 1
- Monday, October 16th @ 4pm- Search for Jobs/Internships Part 2
- Location: WKU Knicely Center West Conference Rooms 208A-F
- Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meet the Firms is an annual event hosted by the Department of Accounting and the Beta Alpha Psi honor society. At this event, students will meet with firms and organizations to network and discuss internship and employment opportunities.
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: Honors College & International Center (HCIC)
- Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
WKU Global invites you to attend the Fall Global Learning Fair! Meet with WKU faculty program leaders, providers of study abroad programs, WKU student ambassadors, WKU departments supporting global learning activities and WKU Global advisors. Discover all the global learning and study abroad opportunities available to Hilltoppers!
- Location: HCIC 1011 Multipurpose Room
- Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
What is study abroad? Learn all about studying abroad and the different programs offered to WKU students. Hosted by WKU Global.
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: WKU Knicely Center
- Time: 8:00am - 4:20pm
4th Annual Finance Planning and Investments Symposium at the WKU Knicely Center! For more information, contact the GFCB Finance Department or visit https://www.wku.edu/lp/treps/finance/index.php
- Location: Diddle Arena
- Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
WKU Volleyball hosts the 2023 Alyssa Cavanaugh Classic on Sept. 15-16. Tournament information
For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball
- Location: HCIC Lobby
- Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
For scholars in the MHC LLC only. The MHC and SEAS LLCs present an augmented reality scavenger hunt that takes you all across campus to track down the perpetrator who has stolen the famed WKU Red Towel! All you need is a smartphone that is able to scan QR codes. If you bring back a completed scavenger hunt sheet, you can enjoy a fresh soft pretzel!
- Location: HCIC - HCIC 1011
- Time: 4:00pm - 9:30pm
- Location: Diddle Arena
- Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
WKU Volleyball hosts the 2023 Alyssa Cavanaugh Classic on Sept. 15-16. Tournament information
For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: Chaney's Dairy Barn, 9191 Nashville Road
- Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
The WKU Army ROTC program will host its 13th Eric D. Yates Memorial Run on Sept. 16. The 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk will begin at 9 a.m. at Chaney’s Dairy Barn, 9191 Nashville Road.
Yates, a 2008 WKU graduate from Rineyville, was killed in action Sept. 17, 2010, after an improvised explosive device detonated near his patrol in Afghanistan. Yates served in the Army’s 1st Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division from Fort Campbell.
Proceeds from the event benefit the 1LT Eric Yates Scholarship Fund. Registration for the run/walk is $20 in advance at https://www.raceentry.com/races/13th-annual-eric-yates-memorial-5k-run-and-2-mile-walk/2023/register or $25 at the event. Advance registration includes an event T-shirt.
- Location: Florence Schneider Hall
- Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm
We highly encourage families to consider attending one of our Preview Days held on the WKU campus. Preview Days are a wonderful opportunity for prospective applicants and their families to meet with current Gatton Academy students and their parents, visit our campus, and gain a better understanding of student life at The Gatton Academy.
Join us for an On-Campus Preview Day on September 16, 2023. Registration is required via the link below by September 14. If the registration deadline has passed, but you would still like to attend, email us at academy@wku.edu or call 270-745-6565.
- Location: Diddle Arena
- Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
WKU Volleyball hosts the 2023 Alyssa Cavanaugh Classic on Sept. 15-16. Tournament information
For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball
- Location: Room 1011 in HCIC Building and the adjacent courtyard
- Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for Networking with Nonprofits!
- Location: DSU 2001
- Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Career workshop series for international students and study abroad returnees. Learn how to make the most out of your global experiences as you prepare for a career and how to effectively navigate the USA job market. Pre-registration was required by September 10th to participate in this series. Students are expected to attend at least 4/5 workshops.
- Monday, September 11th @ 4pm- WKU Career Development Services, Handshake, and Stepping Blocks
- Monday, September 18th @ 4pm- Resumes & Cover Letters
- Monday, September 25th @ 4pm- Interviewing Skills
- Monday, October 9th @ 4pm- Searching for Jobs/Internships Part 1
- Monday, October 16th @ 4pm- Search for Jobs/Internships Part 2
- Location: Downing Student Union 2004
- Time: 2:20pm - 3:20pm
The Advising & Career Development Center (ACDC) will be offering Registration Workshops to help students prepare for registration later this semester. During these workshops, we will cover topics such as: 5th Week Check In, Meeting with your Academic Advisor, Understanding your Degree Audit, and Registration Tools/Dates.
Learn more https://www.wku.edu/advising/registrationworkshops.php
- Location: FAC Gallery
- Time: 6:00pm
WKU Art & Design Faculty Exhibit Reception
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: Downing Student Union 2004
- Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Advising & Career Development Center (ACDC) will be offering Registration Workshops to help students prepare for registration later this semester. During these workshops, we will cover topics such as: 5th Week Check In, Meeting with your Academic Advisor, Understanding your Degree Audit, and Registration Tools/Dates.
Learn more https://www.wku.edu/advising/registrationworkshops.php
- Location: HCIC 1011
- Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
College Knowledge is a series happening throughout the Fall semester for international students.
The September 20 interactive discussion will explore health and wellness. What is available on campus? How does health insurance work in the U.S.? And more!
Additional sessions:
Wednesday, October 18: Relationships in the U.S.
Wednesday, November 1: Preparation for Spring Semester
Wednesday, November 15: Cultural Adjustment
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: HCIC 3004
- Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Join WKU Global advisors to discuss the process for earning transfer credit while on a global learning program.
- Location: HCIC - HCIC 1011
- Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
- Location: Preston Center, Blue Court #3
- Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Compete in a friendly volleyball tournament or just come show your support! Presented by Floor 4 of Minton Hall but open to all WKU students.
- Location: The Capitol, downtown Bowling Green
- Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Lost River Sessions will feature Hancock and Shouse with opener Logan Murrell at The Capitol, 416 E. Main Ave., Bowling Green.
Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. WKU students admitted free with student ID at the door. Ticket information
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: COHH 3123
- Time: 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Math Graduate Student Seminar: Ashley Orehek-Rossi, STEM Librarian
Session 1 – Intro to library resources / Math databases / Literature review
- Location: Diddle Arena
- Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball
- Location: The Capitol Arts Center (416 E Main Ave.)
- Time: 7:30pm - 9:00pm
The Elephant 6 Recording Co. shares the unique inside story of the collective creative evolution behind the sounds of 1990s psychedelic rock bands like the Olivia Tremor Control, Neutral Milk Hotel, and the Apples in Stereo--the founding groups behind the Elephant 6 collective, as well as a host of other artists--with inspirational resonance for today's music makers and music lovers everywhere.
Free tickets are available at capitolbg.org. In partnership with SKY Arts Film Festival, The Elephant 6 Recording Co. is our kickoff for the 2023-2024 Southern Circuit Film Series. Tickets for this screening and the whole Southern Circuit Film Series are FREE and co-sponsored by WKU and the PCAL Cultural Enhancement Series.
- Location: Van Meter Hall
- Time: 7:30pm - 9:00pm
WKU Symphony ticket details can be found at the Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Box Office.
- Location: HCIC Back Lawn
- Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
The Out in Honors Network annual dance celebration. The theme is Barbie!
- Location: Kentucky Museum
- Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This traveling exhibition features the works of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) visual artists living in Kentucky, who share their experiences of the Commonwealth. Sponsored by the Kentucky Arts Council in partnership with the Asia Institute-Crane House and the Kentucky Chinese American Association.
- Location: WKU Campus
- Time: 7:30am - 11:00am
In its 44th year, Med Center Health 10K Classic will start and end on the WKU campus.
Race Day Schedule
- 7:30 am – 5K Run/Walk
- 8:10 am – 10K Wheelchair Race
- 8:15 am – Med Center Health 10K Classic
- 9:00 am – Check in for Children’s Classic
- 9:30 am – Race Course Closes
- 9:30 am – Children’s Classic (grades 4th-5th)
- 9:45 am – Children’s Classic (grades kindergarten-3rd)
For a complete schedule, click here.
- Location: L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center Main Arena
- Time: 10:00am
For more information: West KY Flat Shod Horse Sale
- Location: Diddle Arena
- Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
For more about WKU Volleyball, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/womens-volleyball
- Location: First Christian Church
- Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for the first Fall 2023 choir concert.
- Location: Preston Center
- Time: 10:30am - 6:30pm
The WKU campus and surrounding community are invited to participate in the WKU Blood Drive benefiting the American Red Cross in September 2023.
Appointments are encouraged, but not required.
There are appointments available for the blood drive on September 25 - 27, 2023 from 10:30am - 5:30pm. While we encourage making an appointment, you can still walk-in to make a donation. To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code WKU. or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Learn more at https://www.wku.edu/blood-drive/.
- Location: DSU 2001
- Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Career workshop series for international students and study abroad returnees. Learn how to make the most out of your global experiences as you prepare for a career and how to effectively navigate the USA job market. Pre-registration was required by September 10th to participate in this series. Students are expected to attend at least 4/5 workshops.
- Monday, September 11th @ 4pm- WKU Career Development Services, Handshake, and Stepping Blocks
- Monday, September 18th @ 4pm- Resumes & Cover Letters
- Monday, September 25th @ 4pm- Interviewing Skills
- Monday, October 9th @ 4pm- Searching for Jobs/Internships Part 1
- Monday, October 16th @ 4pm- Search for Jobs/Internships Part 2
- Location: Enter at 1355 Kentucky Street
- Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
WKU Apartments Open House
Join us for WKU Kentucky Street Apartment tours and free pizza
Monday, September 25 | 5:00-6:30 PM | Tours Every 30 Min.
Enter at 1355 Kentucky Street
The WKU Kentucky Street Apartments offer students with 60 or more credit hours at the time of lease the opportunity to have an apartment experience without leaving the Hill!
- Scholarships and financial aid can be applied toward rent.
- WKU Apartments are available in 1 or 2-bedroom options.
- All Utilities Included - water, internet, trash; electricity allowance of $50 per person
- Fully Furnished
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Washer & Dryer
- Crown Molding
- Granite Counter Tops
- Access to Residential Parking
- Recreation spaces including a gym, movie theater, community & study rooms
- Free, timely maintenance
- On-site staff
- On-campus commute
- Monthly or semester rent payment options
- No application fee if you currently live on campus; application fee for off-campus students is only collected if an apartment offer is made and accepted by the student.
The WKU Kentucky Street Apartments Application for 2024-2025 is open February 1-14.
Learn more and apply at www.wku.edu/housing/apartments
- Location: Preston Center
- Time: 10:30am - 6:30pm
The WKU campus and surrounding community are invited to participate in the WKU Blood Drive benefiting the American Red Cross in September 2023.
Appointments are encouraged, but not required.
There are appointments available for the blood drive on September 25 - 27, 2023 from 10:30am - 5:30pm. While we encourage making an appointment, you can still walk-in to make a donation. To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code WKU. or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Learn more at https://www.wku.edu/blood-drive/.
- Location: Centennial Mall
- Time: 10:30am - 2:30pm
A retro styled Jeep and trailer will be serving free Coca-Cola floats! While Supplies Last!
- Location: FAC 146
- Time: 5:00pm
Artist Talk & Workshop with Georganna Greene
- Location: Downing Student Union 2004
- Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Advising & Career Development Center (ACDC) will be offering Registration Workshops to help students prepare for registration later this semester. During these workshops, we will cover topics such as: 5th Week Check In, Meeting with your Academic Advisor, Understanding your Degree Audit, and Registration Tools/Dates.
Learn more https://www.wku.edu/advising/registrationworkshops.php
- Location: Preston Center
- Time: 10:30am - 6:30pm
The WKU campus and surrounding community are invited to participate in the WKU Blood Drive benefiting the American Red Cross in September 2023.
Appointments are encouraged, but not required.
There are appointments available for the blood drive on September 25 - 27, 2023 from 10:30am - 5:30pm. While we encourage making an appointment, you can still walk-in to make a donation. To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code WKU. or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Learn more at https://www.wku.edu/blood-drive/.
- Location: Medical Center - WKU Health Sciences Complex
- Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Are you a nursing student looking to network with employers in healthcare industries? Are you hoping to gain experience in your desired career field before graduating college? Then this opportunity is just for you!
There will be 30 employers coming to the Medical Center – WKU Health Sciences Complex, and they want to meet YOU! These employers will be expressing opportunities within their companies. Why not take advantage of this free opportunity to showcase yourself in a positive light! So come on out and show them what you have to offer!
Want to know how you can stand out from others? Register for this event and find out! Log into Handshake for more details. If you don’t have a Handshake account, sign up here for free.
- Location: Minton Hall First Floor Study Lounge
- Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
*Exclusively for MHC LLC residents.* Face off against your very own WKU librarians in a trivia competition to win prizes and ultimate bragging rights! Pizza will be served for everyone attending the event.
- Location: Gordon Wilson Hall Lab Theatre
- Time: 7:30pm
Turning Points: Three Short Plays
- Location: FAC - FAC 0189
- Time: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
- Location: FAC - FAC 0189
- Time: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
- Location: 1777 Creason Street
- Time: 10:00am
WKU and WKU Athletics are set to unveil the state-of-the-art Soccer/Softball Complex in a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. The event is open to the public.
The complex will serve as home to both the soccer and softball programs with dedicated locker rooms, coach's offices, training turf with batting cages, athletic training and nutrition space, and a team room/classroom.
The complex is located at 1777 Creason St., Bowling Green, KY 42101 and parking is available for those attending in the Creason Lot.
For more information, visit https://wkusports.com/news/2023/9/18/general-wku-set-to-unveil-soccer-softball-complex-in-ribbon-cutting-ceremony.
- Location: Downing Student Union
- Time: 12:30pm - 4:30pm
We C U at WKU is an on campus event dedicated to showcasing resources for multicultural students. This is an opportunity for students and their guests to spend a day on the Hill touring campus, hearing from various members of our campus community, and getting an inside look at the spirit of WKU.
Register online at https://www.wku.edu/admissions/wecuatwku/
- Location: Downing Student Union 2004
- Time: 2:20pm - 3:20pm
The Advising & Career Development Center (ACDC) will be offering Registration Workshops to help students prepare for registration later this semester. During these workshops, we will cover topics such as: 5th Week Check In, Meeting with your Academic Advisor, Understanding your Degree Audit, and Registration Tools/Dates.
Learn more https://www.wku.edu/advising/registrationworkshops.php
- Location: Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium
- Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
The Hilltoppers open Conference USA action against Middle Tennessee. The Thursday night game is a Red Out and will be televised on CBS Sports Network.
Tailgating activities begin at 2:30 p.m. with a performance by Steel Hill at 3:30 p.m. on South Lawn and Topper Walk on Avenue of Champions at 4:10 p.m. Members of WKU’s Class of 2027 will participate in the pregame Big Red Rush. The winner of the WKU-MTSU 100 Miles of Hope Blood Drive will be announced during the game. Event Parking/Traffic Information
Reminder for the campus community from Provost Robert “Bud” Fischer: Beginning at 2:30 p.m., we are asking offices to operate with minimal staff and encourage employees choosing to leave campus to do so quickly. This will help with parking and traffic as we transition to event operations in support of the game. Those choosing to leave will not be charged vacation time.
Classes will continue as scheduled. If you feel that your class location may be affected by the festivities, we would be happy to move the class up the Hill for the day. Please contact Jessica Steenbergen at jessica.steenbergen@wku.edu.
Gameday promotions
- Faculty/Staff can claim two free tickets (at Diddle Arena ticket office or on game day at gates 3 or 4)
- Two free youth tickets with purchase of one adult ticket (claim at Gates 3-4)
- $100 Season Ticket for last four home games in lower level spirit sections HERE
- Teachers can claim a $15 ticket HERE
- Big Red Rush – first 500 freshmen students will receive free red t-shirt
- Extra Yard For Teachers
Pregame schedule
- 2:30 PM - Tailgating Areas Open and Topper Town Opens at Centennial Plaza
- 3:30 PM – Steel Hill performs pregame on South Lawn
- 4:10 PM – Topper Walk on Avenue of Champions
- 4:30 PM – Topper Tailgate pregame radio show live on South Lawn
- 5 PM – Gates Open
Gameday information
- Event Parking/Traffic
- Parking Lot Closings
- Reserved Lots/Road Closings Map
- 2023 Gameday Guide
- 2023 Tailgating Map
- WKU vs. MTSU Preview
For more about WKU Football, visit https://wkusports.com/sports/football
- Location: Gordon Wilson Hall Lab Theatre
- Time: 7:30pm
Turning Points: Three Short Plays
- Location: DA - DA 0100
- Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
- Location: In person (COHH 2117) or on Zoom (https://wku.zoom.us/j/97693191445)
- Time: 3:00pm
Emily Greenwood (BA '12) will talk about her career as a Lead Business Intelligence Analyst at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital (and her former work at the FBI). She will highlight how studying mathematics at WKU has been beneficial to her in both her career and her further studies. This will be followed by a Q&A Session.
Since Emily will be speaking to us via Zoom from Cincinnati, you have the option of joining us in person (in COHH 2117, where light refreshments will be served) or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 97693191445).
- Location: L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center
- Time: All Day
- Location: L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center
- Time: All Day
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