WKU News

Apr 17th, 2025

"Every idea begins with a seed, and if you water that seed and provide it the right resources, it can sprout into a beautiful thing that changes your community, state, nation, and world."

Mar 31st, 2025

By studying how limestone dissolution influences atmospheric CO₂ levels, Lich’s work contributes to ongoing efforts to measure these processes on a larger scale.

Dec 4th, 2024

“Visiting Japan and Korea had been a dream of mine for a long time and to be able to do that while simultaneously studying in my future career field seemed like a perfect and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”

Nov 26th, 2024

Who knew that a fascination with remote control toys as a child could turn into a career in engineering? For Jaxom Kitchens, a WKU senior from Franklin, that is exactly what happened.

Aug 12th, 2024

Western Kentucky University President Timothy C. Caboni addressed faculty and staff during his annual Convocation address Monday (August 12) in WKU’s Van Meter Auditorium.

Apr 26th, 2024

Matthew J. Bowers, a Biology graduate student from Kenhorst, Pennsylvania, is the 2023-24 recipient of WKU’s John D. Minton Graduate Student Award.

Apr 24th, 2024

By honing skills during project-based learning opportunities, cultivating a strong support network on campus and giving back through leadership roles, graduating senior Carelynn Hartmann built a strong foundation for her future during her time at WKU.

Mar 29th, 2024

Western Kentucky University’s 54th Annual WKU Student Scholar Showcase will be held Saturday, April 6, at Downing Student Union.

Mar 1st, 2024

The 22nd annual Posters-at-the-Capitol event will be held March 7 in Frankfort.

Dec 13th, 2023

The WKU Office of Research and Creativity Activity recognized several faculty and staff members at its 2023 awards reception on December 6 at Downing Student Union.

Dec 11th, 2023

A dozen Western Kentucky University students ranked among the top scorers for research presentations given at the Kentucky Academy of Science’s 2023 Annual Meeting in November.

Dec 4th, 2023

“Last summer, I shadowed many dietitians and other professionals, such as chefs, athletic trainers, coaches and operation directors. I was able to see the impact dietitians have on athletes in the sports world."

Aug 14th, 2023

Western Kentucky University President Timothy C. Caboni addressed faculty and staff at the University’s annual Convocation Monday (August 14) in Van Meter Auditorium.

Jul 31st, 2023

The American Chemical Society (ACS) has named Dr. Ranjit T. Koodali, WKU’s Associate Provost for Research and Graduate Education, to the 2023 class of ACS Fellows.

Jun 7th, 2023

The Kentucky Mesonet at WKU continues to grow its network of automated stations across the Commonwealth. On Tuesday, the ribbon was cut on a new weather and climate monitoring site in Russell County, about five miles east of Jamestown.

May 3rd, 2023

“I have met so many interesting, unique people just because we were struggling through the same physics, calculus and chemistry courses. These people have pushed me to be a better and more productive and prepared version of myself."

Apr 29th, 2023

"Through taking advantage of the countless opportunities WKU provides, I have been blessed with mentors, friendships and lessons that have allowed me to grow and break barriers as a first-generation college student."

Apr 7th, 2023

Lindsey Powell, a Social Work graduate student from Versailles, is the 2022-23 recipient of WKU’s John D. Minton Graduate Student Award.

Apr 3rd, 2023

WKU’s 2nd Annual Data Science Day, sponsored by the Applied Research & Technology Program and the Applied Center for Data Science, will be held Tuesday afternoon (April 4).

Mar 30th, 2023

More than 230 research projects will be shared this weekend at the 53rd Annual WKU Student Scholar Showcase (formerly known as the Student Research Conference). WKU’s Amy Bingham has a preview in this week’s View from the Hill.