WKU News

Oct 13th, 2026

Here is a listing of WKU events for Tuesday, October 13 through Saturday, October 31.

Oct 12th, 2026

Oct 12th, 2026

The abstract portal is open for WKU’s 57th Student Scholar Showcase on March 6, 2027, at DSU. Students can submit abstracts by Feb. 5, and faculty, staff, and alumni can volunteer as Session Chairs. Details at wku.edu/showcase.

Oct 12th, 2026

Oct 12th, 2026

Oct 12th, 2026

Gatton Academy senior Jiwoo Kim (Model Laboratory School) earned Third Award and a cash prize at the renowned Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in the cellular and molecular biology category.

Oct 12th, 2026

Oct 7th, 2026

WKU Department of Physics & Astronomy will host “A Nightmare on Physics Avenue 2026" from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CDT on Tuesday, October 27, in Kelly Thompson Hall on WKU’s campus.

Oct 7th, 2026

The CITL Faculty Spotlight was instituted in Spring 2024 to highlight faculty who have gone above and beyond in their work with and/or service to the CITL. These faculty are identified and selected by the CITL staff.

Oct 7th, 2026

John Taft, Vice Chair of Baird, spoke at WKU’s Gordon Ford College of Business, emphasizing authentic leadership, stewardship, and core principles in business and finance. He also met with students and faculty to share insights from his industry experi

Oct 7th, 2026

On Saturday evening July 25th the Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences awarded the EMMY for Historical Documentary to a group of WKU-based folklorists, Community Scholars, and media professionals for their production

Oct 7th, 2026

October 8, 2026

Oct 7th, 2026

With more than 4,500 student nominations submitted since 2019, this year’s honorees span history, psychology, ASL studies, engineering and finance — recognized for the ways they challenge, encourage and support students.

Oct 2nd, 2026

The 18th class of The Louis B. Nunn Kentucky Teacher Hall of Fame has been named.

Oct 1st, 2026

A team of Western Kentucky University faculty and staff recently won an award from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for their strong education preparation programs.

Oct 1st, 2026

The Kentucky Folklife Program in partnership with The Kentucky Museum and the Department of Society, Culture, Crime, and Justice Studies is proud to announce the return of our Día de los Muertos Community Ofrenda for the 2026 Fall Season!

Oct 1st, 2026

Sep 30th, 2026

WKU Forensics’ college policy debate program started the NDT/CEDA season reaching new heights, with elimination round appearances at both of the major tournament season openers.

Sep 29th, 2026

The official weather and climate monitoring network for the Commonwealth – Kentucky Mesonet – continues to grow. 

Sep 29th, 2026

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