WKU News

Dec 12th, 2025

Western Kentucky University recognized fall 2025 graduates in three ceremonies on Friday at Diddle Arena.

Dec 11th, 2025

The Western Kentucky University Board of Regents today approved a pre-development agreement with Gilbane, initiating the first phase of a bold, multi-year effort to modernize student housing on the Hill.

Dec 11th, 2025

The Western Kentucky University Board of Regents today (December 11) approved a pre-development agreement partnership with Gilbane, launching the first phase of a bold, multi-year initiative to transform student housing on the Hill.

Dec 10th, 2025

Woodard has pursued a bachelor’s degree in Geological Sciences, and his determination to pursue Geology extended beyond regular studies to include geochemistry research, research presentations at conferences, organizational leadership roles and graduat

Dec 9th, 2025

Here is a listing of WKU events for Tuesday, December 9 through Saturday, January 10.

Dec 8th, 2025

A Psychology major, Solomon spent her years at WKU growing as a leader and building her knowledge to support children with developmental and behavioral challenges. Solomon will graduate Summa Cum Laude from WKU on Dec. 12 with a Bachelor's in Psychology.

Dec 5th, 2025

“Growing up, I had always been a creative individual and knew I wanted to do something to use my creativity,” said Bailey Jones, a graduating senior from Nashville, Tn.

Dec 4th, 2025

WKU Board of Regents to meet December 11

Dec 4th, 2025

The Council for Advancement and Support of Education recently announced its Best of District III Honors, spotlighting the strongest advancement work from institutions from nine states in the Southeast.

Dec 3rd, 2025

As a Marketing major with a concentration in Sales, Donato found clear ways to mix knowledge gained in the classroom with his role with the football team. Donato works with the Equipment Operations team, providing input on designs for helmets, jerseys and

Dec 2nd, 2025

Western Kentucky University’s five academic colleges will recognize more than 1,000 fall graduates in three ceremonies next Friday (December 12).

Dec 2nd, 2025

Here's a WKU winter weather update for Tuesday, December 2.

Dec 1st, 2025

“I have always had a strong passion for sports, both as a fan and as someone who loves being a part on and off the field,” said Ireland Latkovski, a graduating senior from Louisville.

Nov 21st, 2025

Western Kentucky University’s Fresh Food Company has achieved 4 Star Certified Green Restaurant® status from the Green Restaurant Association.

Nov 21st, 2025

WKU Communications and Marketing and WKU Imagewest were recognized during the 2025 AMA Bowling Green Markie Awards for outstanding work in the field of marketing.

Nov 21st, 2025

Serving others is Lindsey Sargent’s calling, and it was her little sister’s autism diagnosis that sparked her interest in the medical field and inspired her to pursue pre-med coursework at WKU.

Nov 17th, 2025

Attention WKU students: It's time to complete course evaluations

Nov 14th, 2025

Several WKU departments are coordinating a campus-wide food and toiletry drive through the end of the semester to help sustain the WKU Food Pantry. 

Nov 14th, 2025

WKU's fall enrollment numbers won’t be official until November 17, when data are submitted to the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education, but preliminary figures released this week point to new heights in student retention.

Nov 13th, 2025

WKU’s Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) inducted 49 new members to the society on Wednesday (Nov. 12).