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![WKU Spanish Students Discuss the Life of Julio Torri with Dr. Elena Madrigal](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/10007.jpg)
Oct 28th, 2021
Dr. Inmaculada Pertusa, a professor of Spanish and Literature at WKU, invited Dr. Elena Madrigal to engage students through a Zoom presentation about Torri. Dr. Madrigal is a principal researcher of Julio Torri from a literary and academic standpoint and
View Article![WKU Russian Program Hosts a Tatar Tea Party](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/10005.jpg)
Oct 28th, 2021
On November 21, 2021, WKU students had the opportunity to take a “trip around the world” without leaving the third floor of the WKU Honors College and International Center (HCIC) where Ekaterina Myakshina, professor of Russian, holds her classes.
View ArticleOct 27th, 2021
WKU’s index rating for 2021-22 is an increase from 2 stars in 2016-17 and 3 stars in 2018-19. “Through a collaborative effort, WKU has worked diligently over the past two years to increase that rating and create a more welcoming environment for all
View Article![Student attains financial coaching experience through WKU Center for Financial Success](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9997.jpg)
Oct 27th, 2021
“I have learned to become more comfortable, confident, and convey my ideas clearly when presenting in front of an audience.”
View Article![WKU receives 4.5-star rating on Campus Pride Index](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9996.jpg)
Oct 27th, 2021
WKU has officially increased its national Campus Pride Index rating to 4.5 stars.
View ArticleOct 26th, 2021
After a year's hiatus due to COVID-19, the WKU English Club is hosting a book sale this week with prizes, tasty treats, and amazing book deal! Cash and Venmo payments are accepted!
View Article![Dylan Carmona Spotlight](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9991.jpg)
Oct 25th, 2021
Dylan Carmona (MHC ‘25) is one of the newest scholars in The Mahurin Honors College (MHC)
View Article![WKU Folk Studies Presentations and Award at American Folklore Society Annual Meeting](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9990.jpg)
Oct 24th, 2021
WKU Folk Studies students, faculty, and staff attended the American Folklore Society 2021 Annual Meeting, presenting research and projects, connecting with alumni, and celebrating the awarding of a prestigious honor to alumnus Teresa Hollingsworth.
View Article![Evening of Chamber Music to feature works by female composers](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9989.jpg)
Oct 22nd, 2021
WKU Music Department faculty members will present An Evening of Chamber Music on Sunday, featuring classical and new works by female composers from the 1800s to 2019.
View Article![WKU Regents committees approve personnel actions, emeritus status](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9988.jpg)
Oct 22nd, 2021
During committee meetings on Friday, the Western Kentucky University Board of Regents’ Academic Affairs Committee approved awarding emeritus status to a number of faculty members in each of the university’s academic colleges.
View Article![30 WKU students candidates for 2021 Homecoming queen](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9987.jpg)
Oct 22nd, 2021
Thirty students are candidates for 2021 Homecoming queen at WKU. The 2021 queen will be crowned Saturday, Oct. 30, during halftime of WKU Football vs. Charlotte at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.
View Article![The Power of Pairing International Affairs and Language Study](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9986.jpg)
Oct 21st, 2021
On October 19, 2021, the WKU Department of Modern Languages collaborated with the WKU Department of Political Science as alumni of both departments shared the power and prospects of pairing international affairs (IA) and language study in the professional
View Article![Linguistic and Cultural Learning at the PCAL Fall Festival](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9985.jpg)
Oct 21st, 2021
Faculty and students of Potter College of Arts and Letters gathered on Tuesday 19, 2021 at the Kentucky Museum to commemorate the beginning of the fall season and celebrate a staple WKU tradition: the PCAL Fall Festival. Students experienced the usual-- m
View Article![View from the Hill: Spirit Masters to celebrate 40th anniversary](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9984.jpg)
Oct 21st, 2021
Spirit Masters are the official student ambassadors for WKU. Founded in 1981, the organization is celebrating its 40th anniversary at homecoming this year. WKU’s Amy Bingham has more on how it all began in this week’s View from the Hill.
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Oct 21st, 2021
"Styles &thegistofit" is now open at the Kentucky Museum, in honor of late WKU professor Dr. Sallye R. Clark and Bowling Green's first fashionista, Carrie Burnam Taylor.
View Article![WKU Forensics Team wins Bowling Green State University tournament](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9982.jpg)
Oct 20th, 2021
The WKU Forensics Team took first place in sweepstakes at The Cyber Falcon, a virtual tournament hosted by Bowling Green State University on Oct. 17.
View Article![Van Winkle Prepares for Higher Education Career with Student Affairs JUMP Program](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9979.jpg)
Oct 20th, 2021
"I have thoroughly enjoyed earning credit for undergraduate and graduate courses at the same time. The JUMP program has given me the chance to start pursuing my chosen career early, so that completing it is more efficient and effective."
View Article![Students from Hardin Valley Academy Visit WKU Mahurin Honors College and Chinese Flagship Programs](https://www.wku.edu/img_news/article_thumbs/9980.jpg)
Oct 19th, 2021
On Friday, October 8, 28 high school students from Hardin Valley Academy in Knoxville, Tenn. visited the Mahurin Honors College and International Center at WKU to learn more about WKU’s MHC and Chinese Flagship programs.
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