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Welcome to Today@WKU, the daily newsletter from WKU Public Affairs, for November 16, 2016.

George and CJ Nichols have been named the 2018 WKU Philanthropists of the Year. Read more

WKU News

• George and CJ Nichols named Philanthropists of the Year: On National Philanthropy Day (Nov. 15), George (’83) and CJ Nichols (’82) have been named the 2018 WKU Philanthropists of the Year. “We are honored and humbled to be recognized as the Philanthropists of the Year,” said George Nichols. “We know that so many others have done so much more than we have even thought about. For WKU to consider our efforts worthy of such an honor makes us proud. We accept it on behalf of all the people in the WKU family who are giving back.”
• Thursday’s snowfall a rare occurrence: Bowling Green received 0.2″ of snow Thursday which is only the second time measurable snow has occurred on Nov. 15, according to Dr. Greg Goodrich, WKU Meteorology Program leader. The previous measurable snow on Nov. 15 occurred in 1906 when 4.5″ fell. The max temperature of 36°F was the fourth coldest since 1893 and was the coldest max temperature for the date since 1940. Receiving measurable snowfall prior to mid-November is rare in Bowling Green and has only happened nine times, most recently on Halloween of 1993.
• A Century Since the Armistice: GREAT WAR IS BROUGHT TO AN END: Greatest Struggle in World’s History Ceases With Signing of Armistice Terms. So declared the now century-old news clipping of November 11, 1918 that Bowling Green’s Martha Potter pasted into her scrapbook.  As we have previously blogged, the Armistice was met with worldwide joy and relief.  Finally, an end to “1,567 days of horror,” read the Associated Press story, “during which virtually the whole civilized world has been convulsed.” More: WKU Libraries Blog
• PoliSci Podcast Episode 7: In the latest episode of the WKU PoliSci Podcast, CNN contributor and RunSwitch PR founder Scott Jennings discusses media and politics as well as the recent midterm elections.
• Campus Traffic Advisory -- Bus Traffic on Avenue of Champions today: There will be increased traffic and bus congestion on Avenue of Champions today (Nov. 16) from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.  School buses will be dropping off and picking up passengers for the Journalism Scholars Day at DSU. 
• WKU Public Radio Weekday Newscast Schedule: Tune into WKU Public Radio for national and international news from NPR, and local newscasts every half hour during Morning Edition (4-9 a.m. Central), and All Things Considered (3-6 p.m. Central), as well as local news features and interviews produced by the WKU news staff. WKU's Public Radio can be heard on WKYU-FM (88.9) in Bowling Green/Glasgow; WDCL-FM (89.7) in Somerset/Campbellsville; WKPB-FM (88.9) in Henderson/Owensboro; WKUE-FM (90.9) in Elizabethtown/Bardstown; and online at http://www.wkyufm.org/

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WKU Sports

• Men’s basketball: Savage, Hollingsworth Lead Tops over Valpo 83-71 in Myrtle Beach Opener: WKU Hilltopper Basketball was tested throughout its Myrtle Beach Invitational opener by Valparaiso on Thursday, before pulling away in the final minutes for an 83-71 victory. The Hilltoppers (2-1) got 48 combined points from redshirt junior guard/forward Jared Savage and sophomore guard Taveion Hollingsworth and outrebounded the Crusaders 41-31. Next: WKU vs. West Virginia at 8 CT tonight in the semifinals. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU.
• Volleyball: Tops Look to Extend Hot Streak Into C-USA Tournament: Beginning this afternoon, WKU Volleyball (20-9, 11-3 C-USA) will commence play in the 2018 Air Force Reserve Conference USA Volleyball Championship from Huntington, W.Va. as the No. 2 seed. WKU faces Southern Miss at 4 p.m. CT.
• Women’s basketball: Collins Announces First Signing Class: Lady Topper Basketball head coach Greg Collins has announced his first signing class as a trio of prep standouts have inked their National Letters of Intent to play for the Lady Toppers on The Hill next fall. Ready to make an impact, De'Myla Brown, Torrion Starks and Victoria Hunter have signed with the Red and White.
• Women’s golf: Lady Toppers Sign English Golfer Stevenson to Letter of Intent: WKU Lady Topper Golf head coach Adam Gary announced Thursday the signing of Alex Stevenson of Durham, England, to a national letter of intent in the 2018-19 signing class. More: Lady Tops Add Standout Illinois Golfer Arnold to Signing Class
• Men’s basketball: Tops Announce High-Scoring Guard Harlan in 2019 Class: WKU Hilltopper Basketball head coach Rick Stansbury announced Thursday the addition of Jackson Harlan (6-5, Guard) in the 2019 class.
• Football: WKU vs. UTEP on Saturday night: WKU hosts UTEP for Senior Night on Saturday at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.  WKU’s 10-member senior class is the third smallest in the nation, contributing to the program’s overall youthful roster. Game time is set for 6:30 p.m. CT on beIN Sports and the Hilltopper IMG Sports Network. More: Gameday Guide; Clear Bag Policy; tailgating/parking map; Gameday parking/traffic information: for fans;  for WKU commuters and faculty/staff; for WKU Housing students
• Baseball: Countdown to First Pitch - 100 Days of Hilltopper History: As WKU prepares for the 100th Season of Hilltopper Baseball, WKU Athletics is treating fans to unique moments and interesting history from Hilltopper Baseball, leading up to First Pitch at Nick Denes Field on February 15, 2019.

More: For updates on WKU Athletics, follow @WKUSports on Twitter or WKU Athletics on Facebook.

WKU in the News

• Stifling West Virginia squad awaits Hilltoppers tonight: Coach Rick Stansbury’s Hilltoppers will get a unique defensive challenge tonight from a perennial NCAA Tournament squad. West Virginia (1-1) awaits WKU (2-1) in the semifinals of the Myrtle Beach Invitational. Tipoff from the HTC Center is set for 8 p.m. CST, with the game broadcast on ESPNU.

More: Check out WKU in the News page.

WKU Alumni

• WKU Spirit Magazine: Check out the fall 2018 issue of WKU Spirit magazine.
• Upcoming WKU Alumni events: For a listing of Alumni events, visit the Alumni website and click on the Events Calendar. Or contact the WKU Alumni Association at 888-958-2586. For a list of Alumni news, visit the Alumni News page. More: John Asher Scholarship Fund;  2018 Football Central; WKU Alumni Connection App; WKU SpiritFunder; Topper Travelers – Castles of the Rhine 2019

More: Visit the WKU Alumni website.

WKU Admissions

• #ClimbWithUs: The WKU Office of Admissions helps future Hilltoppers as they start their journey on The Hill. You can reach us by calling 270-745-2551, emailing admission@wku.edu or connecting with us on social media. Schedule a tour. Visit https://www.wku.edu/admissions/counselors/ or call 270-745-2551 to get in touch with your WKU Admissions Counselor. Students can reserve their TOP date and take their placement exams at www.wku.edu/top
• #WKU2023: Attention high school seniors, WKU has opened the Fall 2019 application! Join the Hilltopper Family at http://wku.edu/apply. More: DiscoverWKU & Head for The Hill events
• Useful links for prospective/admitted students: Campus tours; Let’s Talk, Topper; Admissions Timeline; Topper Orientation Program; Scholarships; Housing; MASTER Plan

More: Visit the WKU Admissions website; Information for Prospective Students

What’s Happening At-WKU

Ongoing/continuing events

• Exhibits at Kentucky Museum: A Culture Carried: Bosnians in Bowling Green (through May 11, 2019); Highbrow; Kaleidoscope: Kentucky Museum Quilts (through Dec. 15); The Essential Tree (through Dec. 15); Process Oriented Works (through Dec. 14); Salient Features: Trees of Old Forests and Woodland Pastures (through Dec. 1); plus other gallery and on-campus exhibits. (Museum hours/visitor information) Contact Kentucky Museum, (270) 745-2592.
• Exhibits at Downing Museum: The Story of Joe Downing: Select Works From the Collection. Downing Museum, 4801 Morgantown Road. Contact Jack LeSieur, (270) 842-7415.
• Photo Exhibits: WKU Project 68. Through Nov. 27. Jody Richards Hall Atrium. The Women Photojournalists of Washington, D.C. Through Nov. 27. Jody Richards Hall Gallery. Contact School of Journalism & Broadcasting, (270) 745-4144.
• International Year of Cuba: Various events during the 2018-19 academic year. Contact International Programs, (270) 745-5334.

Friday, November 16

• 7:30 a.m.: WKU CPE Program for Accountants. Augenstein Alumni Center. Contact Continuing and Professional Development, (270) 745-1912.
• 8 a.m.: Journalism Scholars Day. Downing Student Union, room 3003. Contact School of Journalism & Broadcasting, (270) 745-4144.
• 10 a.m.: Drawing Workshop, Charles Brindley workshop targeted to WKU students. Kentucky Museum. Part of Salient Features exhibit. Contact Kentucky Museum, (270) 745-2592.
• 11:30 a.m.: Student Recital. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center Recital Hall. Contact Music, (270) 745-3751.
• 2:30 p.m.: Gallery Talk: Charles Brindley. Kentucky Museum. Part of Salient Features exhibit. Contact Kentucky Museum, (270) 745-2592.
• 7:30 p.m.: Concert: East Meets West featuring WKU Symphonic Band. Van Meter Hall. Admission is $5; $3 for students. Contact Music, (270) 745-3751.
• 8 p.m.: Theatre Production: Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center’s Russell Miller Theatre. Admission is $20; $16 for students and seniors. Recommended for mature audiences. Contact Theatre and Dance, (270) 745-5845.

Saturday, November 17

• 8 a.m.: Football Tailgating Areas Open. Various locations. 2018 tailgating map. Contact Campus and Community Events, (270) 745-2497.
• 8 a.m.: Sonatina Tournament. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center Recital Hall. Contact Music, (270) 745-3751.
• 9:30 a.m.: Black Leadership and Academic Conference: Portraits of Success. Mahurin Honors College-International Center. Contact Student Activities, (270) 745-2459.
• 4 p.m.: WKU Alumni Tailgate & Celebrate. WKU South Lawn. Contact Alumni, (270) 745-2586.
• 6:30 p.m.: WKU Football vs. UTEP. Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Contact Athletic Communications, (270) 745-4298.
• 7:25 p.m.: Student Recital. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center Recital Hall. Contact Music, (270) 745-3751.
• 8 p.m.: Theatre Production: Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center’s Russell Miller Theatre. Admission is $20; $16 for students and seniors. Recommended for mature audiences. Contact Theatre and Dance, (270) 745-5845.

Sunday, November 18

• 1 p.m.: ACT Fall Blitz. Knicely Conference Center. Contact DELO, (270) 745-1910.
• 2 p.m.: Hardin Planetarium Show: Lives of the Stars. Hardin Planetarium. Contact Planetarium, (270) 745-4044.
• 3 p.m.: Theatre Production: Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center’s Russell Miller Theatre. Admission is $20; $16 for students and seniors. Recommended for mature audiences. Contact Theatre and Dance, (270) 745-5845.
• 3 p.m.: Recital: Cello Studio. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center Recital Hall. Contact Music, (270) 745-3751.
• 3 p.m.: Student Recital: Brooke Thornsberry. First Christian Church, 1106 State St. Contact Music, (270) 745-3751.
• 7:30 p.m.: Performance: Opera Theatre. Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center Recital Hall. Admission is $2. Contact Music, (270) 745-3751.

Monday, November 19

• 4 p.m.: Social Justice Salons: Cinema & Social Justice from 1968 to Present  by Dr. Marla Zubel, Department of English. Downing Student Union, room 2123. Contact Center for Citizenship & Social Justice, (270) 745-3218.

For upcoming events: Visit What's Happening at WKU or WKU’s online events calendar

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