WKU News

May 9th, 2025

WKU’s five academic colleges recognized their spring and summer 2025 graduating classes during ceremonies on Friday at Diddle Arena.

May 8th, 2025

Western Kentucky University celebrated the Class of 2025 Thursday evening starting with Topper Walk and ending with a fireworks display at Big Red Bash.

May 6th, 2025

“His state-of-the-art observer and feedback control designs contribute meaningful advancements in the mathematical foundations of control and its engineering applications."

May 5th, 2025

“Before attending WKU, I was shy and afraid to speak out. I would sit in the back of classrooms and not talk to people that I didn't know. Attending WKU changed that quickly."

May 2nd, 2025

“I use the leadership skills I’ve learned in my classes and through ROTC to help me effectively complete my duties as a soldier in the KY Army National Guard."

Apr 30th, 2025

"As someone deeply interested in languages, cultures and archaeology, I knew mastering Chinese would open doors to research opportunities, particularly in East Asia."

Apr 29th, 2025

Graduating senior Danielle Williams never shied away from bold aspirations. From her first steps on the Hill, she used her time at WKU to prepare for a life of service, leadership and self-discovery.

Apr 28th, 2025

What started out as a side gig in middle school blossomed into a dream career that Brett Phelps never expected.

Apr 28th, 2025

Western Kentucky University will celebrate more than 3,400 graduates and recognize top scholars during 2025 Commencement on May 8 at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.

Dec 6th, 2024

Western Kentucky University recognized fall 2024 graduates in three ceremonies on Friday at Diddle Arena. 

Dec 5th, 2024

Western Kentucky University’s five academic colleges will recognize more than 1,000 fall graduates in three ceremonies on December 6.

Dec 4th, 2024

“Visiting Japan and Korea had been a dream of mine for a long time and to be able to do that while simultaneously studying in my future career field seemed like a perfect and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”

Dec 3rd, 2024

“The Interdisciplinary Studies program has given me the flexibility to tailor my education to my interests, allowing me to explore a wide range of topics and develop a well-rounded skill set."

Dec 2nd, 2024

"I’ve become familiar and comfortable with the different ‘seasons’ of the recruiting process and look forward to being able to apply all this experience after I graduate."

Nov 26th, 2024

Who knew that a fascination with remote control toys as a child could turn into a career in engineering? For Jaxom Kitchens, a WKU senior from Franklin, that is exactly what happened.

Nov 25th, 2024

As she prepares for graduation, Kaylie Wise recalls a piece of advice that guided her WKU journey: “Life’s not about finding yourself. Life’s about creating yourself.”

May 3rd, 2024

WKU’s five academic colleges recognized their spring and summer 2024 graduating classes during ceremonies on Friday at Diddle Arena.

May 2nd, 2024

From Topper Walk to the Big Red Bash, the WKU Spirit was on full display Thursday evening as Western Kentucky University celebrated the Class of 2024.

May 1st, 2024

“I chose WKU because out of all the schools I auditioned at and toured this was the only one where I immediately felt like the faculty were invested in my future both as a student and as a person."

Apr 30th, 2024

Western Kentucky University will celebrate more than 3,100 graduates and recognize top scholars during 2024 Commencement on May 2 at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.