WKU News

Apr 24th, 2026

The WKU Forensics was crowned debate sweepstakes champion and placed second in individual events at the National Forensics Association National Championship tournament April 16-20 at Tennessee State University.

Apr 24th, 2026

Emma Thorn found community at WKU, transformed into a campus leader, and is now heading to pharmacy school—carrying forward lessons in balance, connection, and growth.

Apr 24th, 2026

Western Kentucky University recognized the recipients of this year’s Staff Excellence Awards, University Faculty Awards and the ONE WKU Awards as well as the newest University Distinguished Professors at the Employee Excellence Awards Dinner on Thursda

Apr 24th, 2026

“When I first stepped on campus, I was excited but unsure of exactly how I would find my place. Looking back now, I realize that getting involved is what transformed WKU from just a university into a true home."

Apr 23rd, 2026

The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky has selected 98 Kentucky sophomores for the Class of 2028, marking The Gatton Academy’s 21st incoming class.

Apr 22nd, 2026

The Western Kentucky University Board of Regents will conduct a special called meeting on Friday, April 24 at 9:00 a.m. to discuss and take action on the execution and delivery of project documents for the university's public-private partnership.

Apr 22nd, 2026

The research laboratory or the art studio? For graduating senior Maria Elena Carmichael, the exploration of science and art created a unique educational pathway for her journey on the Hill.

Apr 22nd, 2026

Western Kentucky University’s Fresh Food Company has won the 2026 Sustainable Food Award, the 2026 Sustainable Seafood Award and the 2026 Green Marketing Award from the Green Restaurant Association.

Apr 22nd, 2026

Apr 22nd, 2026

WKU English is proud to showcase Dr. Dawn Winters who has had a co-authored article: “Strengthening Faculty Retention and Belonging: Applying and Expanding Job Embeddedness Theory through an Onboarding Initiative in Higher Education.”

Apr 21st, 2026

Apr 21st, 2026

Attention WKU students: Please visit wku.evaluationkit.com  to complete your course evaluations.

Apr 21st, 2026

The state’s official weather and climate monitoring network – Kentucky Mesonet – held a ceremony Monday (April 20) for one of its newest sites in north-central Kentucky: Trimble County.

Apr 20th, 2026

A rising junior whose reporting on WKU's dorm situation won national honors will lead the College Heights Herald for Fall 2026.

Apr 20th, 2026

“I chose WKU because it felt like a place where I could grow academically, personally and as a leader. From the moment I stepped on campus, I saw opportunities to get involved, build relationships and make a difference in the community."

Apr 20th, 2026

On Saturday (April 18), WKU Greek fraternities and sororities culminated their food drive collections for CanStruct, donating approximately 55,424 food items to House on the Hill.

Apr 20th, 2026

December 2025 graduate Emma Bunch of Glasgow has earned the highly competitive National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship. NSF Graduate Research Fellows receive a three-year award valued at $159,000 for master's or Ph.D. study.

Apr 17th, 2026

The new executive council for Western Kentucky University’s Student Government Association was elected on Wednesday, April 15.

Apr 17th, 2026

Apr 17th, 2026

Caleb Penick shifted from communication disorders to child therapy, finding purpose through coursework, camp work, and service—now pursuing grad school to support children’s mental health.