WKU News

Dear Faculty and Staff,

On Thursday, October 8, Hilltopper Football takes on Missouri State, with a kickoff set for 6 p.m. at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.

While we look forward to sharing this exciting time together as a Hilltopper Family, it is important to plan ahead. Below is the gameday timeline and additional details.

• Beginning at 2 p.m., we are asking offices to operate with minimal staff and encourage employees choosing to leave campus to do so quickly. This will help with parking and traffic as we transition to event operations in support of the game. Those choosing to leave will not be charged vacation time. 
• Classes will continue as scheduled unless otherwise noted by the instructor. If you feel that your class location may be affected by the festivities, we would be happy to move the class up the Hill for the day. Please contact Jessica Steenbergen at jessica.steenbergen@wku.edu.
• Lower South Lawn will open at 2 p.m. for the tailgating festivities, and space is available on a first-come basis.
• Topper Walk will begin at 3:40 p.m.
• Kickoff set for 6 p.m. at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.
• The WKU Community is encouraged to wear black for the nationally televised Black Out football game.
• As a reminder, all faculty and staff receive two free game tickets, two complimentary drinks (bottled water or soda) and two free food items (hotdog or popcorn) for this game. You can pick up your tickets and concession coupons at the Diddle Arena ticket office Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or on game day until noon. Tickets and vouchers must be picked up in advance and will not be available at the stadium box office.
• Parking and Transportation will be sending out detailed parking and street information and reminders.

We hope as many of you as possible can enjoy this memorable Thursday evening experience with the Hilltopper Family!

Sincerely,