Performer of the Semester is the final student recital of the semester. A student from each discipline is chosen to perform in front of their faculty and peers. The student chosen to perform has demonstrated remarkable improvement, musicality, and technique in their private lessons throughout the semester.

6:00pm - 8:00am

Hanukkah Before You Go

Location: HCIC 1011
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00am

Join the Department of History as they celebrate "Hanukkah Before You Go" on Wednesday, December 4th, from 6 to 8 PM in HCIC 1011!

Thursday, December 5th

All Day

Fall 2024 Graduating Seniors Exhibition

Location: Main Gallery, 2nd Floor FAC
Time: All Day

This group exhibition presents the work of all Fall
Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in the studio
and design disciplines.

All Day

Final Exams

Time: All Day

Final Exams for Fall 2024 semester

Academic Calendar

Final Exam Schedule

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Math Retirement Celebration: Tom Richmond & Leigh Ann Wells

Location: TBA
Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm

More details to come!

3:00pm - 4:00pm

National Student Exchange Info Session

Location: Virtual
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join National Student Exchange staff to learn more about exchanging to one of over 170 options across the U.S., Canada, and U.S. Territories.

Join HERE!

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Honors Winter Commencement Reception

Location: Honors College & International Center
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Join us for a special evening as we celebrate the achievements of our Honors graduates at the Honors Commencement Reception! Taking place the night before commencement, this event is a wonderful opportunity for graduates and their guests to gather, reflect, and rejoice in their academic accomplishments. Enjoy delicious food and drinks while mingling with fellow graduates, faculty, and friends. Let's toast to your hard work, dedication, and bright futures ahead. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Friday, December 6th

All Day

Fall 2024 Graduating Seniors Exhibition

Location: Main Gallery, 2nd Floor FAC
Time: All Day

This group exhibition presents the work of all Fall
Seniors graduating from WKU Art & Design in the studio
and design disciplines.

6:00pm

Residence Halls Close for Winter Break at 6 PM

Location: All residence halls except Pearce Ford Tower, Meredith, and Zacharias Halls
Time: 6:00pm

All residence halls, except Pearce Ford Tower, Meredith Hall, and Zacharias Hall.

Students in PFT, ME, & ZA who plan to stay over the break will need to opt-in to extended living housing to retain building access. More information forthcoming.

Learn More: wku.edu/housing/events/winterbreak.php

All Day

Fall College Recognition Ceremonies

Location: E. A. Diddle Arena
Time: All Day

WKU's colleges will host recognition ceremonies to celebrate their Fall 2024 graduates.

Graduates will walk up for individual recognition, greet the University President, take their graduate photo and more.

Graduates should plan to arrive 1 hour in advance of their ceremony time and gather in Diddle Arena's Auxiliary Gym to line up for the ceremony.

The ceremony schedule is as follows:

8 a.m.: Potter College of Arts & Letters; College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
10:30 a.m.: Ogden College of Science & Engineering; Gordon Ford College of Business
1 p.m.: College of Health and Human Services

For more information, visit wku.edu/commencement.

Saturday, December 7th

10:30am

SKTPA

Location: L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center Main Arena
Time: 10:30am

Check Facebook for more information

Monday, December 9th

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Costa Rica Summer 2025 Virtual Info Session for Faculty-Led Program

Location: via Zoom:
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Derick Strode & Amelia Kolb will be hosting a Zoom-based info session for their Costa Rica (Summer 2025) Faculty-Led Program on Monday, December 9 at 5:30 pm Central at https://wku.zoom.us/j/2707454061. Bring your friends, family & support networks!

Tuesday, December 10th

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hilltopper Basketball vs. Tennessee State