WKU News
Why go to college?
- WKU’s Regional Campuses
- Friday, April 28th, 2017
The decision to further your education is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your life. Often the hardest part of the journey is to get started. When you are ready to take the next step, each campus location at WKU offers a supportive team and environment. We’re here to help you achieve your educational and career goals.
So, why do students at WKU’s Regional Campuses decide to go to college? Click here to view the video.
Aug 5th, 2026
Dr. Patti Minter, former Kentucky State Representative and current Professor of History at WKU, has been appointed to the Kentucky Board of Education by Governor Andy Beshear.
Aug 5th, 2026
The official weather and climate monitoring network for the Bluegrass state – Kentucky Mesonet – cut the ribbon Tuesday on the second of three sites to be added to the network in the mountainous east region in 2025.
Aug 5th, 2026
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Jul 23rd, 2026
WKU received a $100,000 grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to lead a collaborative effort aimed at improving access to mental health services for autistic adults living in rural Kentucky.
Jul 7th, 2026
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Jun 23rd, 2026
Dr. Raymond Poff, professor in the WKU School of Kinesiology, Recreation and Sport, has been selected for the newest cohort of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) Emerging Leaders Program (ELP).
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