WKU News
Staff Excellence Awards 2021
- Monday, February 1st, 2021
2021 Staff Excellence Awards
Nominations are being accepted NOW through Friday, February 12,2021!
Announcing NEW Categories for 2021:
- Customer Service Award
- Teamwork Award
- Student Support Award
- Inclusion Award
- Unsung Hero Award
- WKU Affiliate Award- Aramark, Sodexo and Barnes & Noble Employees
- Part-Time Award
Nomination forms and full program details- Click Here!
May 10th, 2024
Jeanna Smith, WKU alumna, transitioned from healthcare to sustainable agriculture, founding a thriving small business. Her journey highlights the transformative power of education, mentorship, and community support.
May 9th, 2024
Three WKU students were awarded Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) scholarships for study abroad in the Spring 2024 application cycle, tied for the most of any institution in the country and the only institution in Kentucky with FEA recipients.
May 8th, 2024
All WKU campuses will close at noon CDT today (May 8) due to potentially severe weather.
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.
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.
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