WKU News

Nov 3rd, 2026

Here is a listing of WKU events for Tuesday, November 3 through Saturday, November 21.

Oct 30th, 2026

Join us on the Hill for Big Red’s World Tour! Homecoming 2026 promises a weekend of Hilltopper Spirit and family fun.

Oct 30th, 2026

The Western Kentucky University Board of Regents will conduct committee meetings Friday, November 6, at 9:00 a.m. in the Martin Regents Room of Jody Richards Hall.

Oct 29th, 2026

Western Kentucky University (WKU) and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) have renewed and expanded their mutual tuition discount agreement, adding a master’s degree option for KCTCS employees.

Oct 28th, 2026

The second Kentucky Mesonet site to be built in 2026 is now online, servicing the communities of Nelson County.  

Oct 20th, 2026

Western Kentucky University broke ground today on The Southern Gateway, the first phase of Elevate WKU, a multi-year initiative to transform student housing and create modern, student-centered living environments across the Hill.

Oct 19th, 2026

Enjoy homegrown music with a holiday twist at the seventh edition of the Kentucky Acoustic Music Festival.

Oct 19th, 2026

WKU Forensics took first place in Varsity Lincoln-Douglas Debate at the Steve Hunt Classic hosted by Lewis & Clark College on October 10-11.

Oct 14th, 2026

For the first time in nearly four years, the Kentucky Mesonet app has been updated with a new look to go with new products.

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.

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

The annual 100 Miles of Hope Blood Drive against Middle Tennessee returns Monday, Nov. 2, through Wednesday, Nov. 4, leading up to WKU Football's game at Middle Tennessee on Saturday, Nov. 7.

Sep 26th, 2026

As part of Parent and Family Weekend, the family of WKU senior Carley Givens and WKU sophomore Clayton Givens was recognized as WKU’s 2026 Family of the Year.

Sep 22nd, 2026

Western Kentucky University has been ranked among the best in the country in 13 areas in the U.S. News and World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges rankings. 

Sep 21st, 2026

President Timothy C. Caboni announced that internationally recognized innovation expert Jeremy Utley will serve as the speaker for the university's fourth annual Presidential Speaker Series event.

Sep 10th, 2026

Country music artist Tyler Hubbard will perform a free pregame concert on Tuesday, Oct. 27, prior to WKU Football's home game against Delaware.

Sep 8th, 2026

Students interested in studying abroad are welcome to attend the Global Learning Fair on Wednesday, September 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Sep 1st, 2026

WKU will celebrate Parent & Family Weekend September 25-26 with numerous events, highlighted by recognition of the 2026 Family of the Year during WKU Football’s game against Mercyhurst.

Aug 19th, 2026

The WKU Army ROTC program will host its 16th Eric D. Yates Memorial Run/Walk on Sept. 19.