WKU News

Aug 3rd, 2022

This fall, WKU looks forward to beginning the academic year under normal operations.

Feb 25th, 2022

In recent weeks, positive COVID-19 case counts declined rapidly at the national, state and local levels, with hospitalizations also decreasing. Every individual age five and older has had the opportunity to get vaccinated since November.

Feb 1st, 2022

As of January 15, 2022, we will be covering certain over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 tests for eligible plan participants.

Jan 31st, 2022

When students return to WKU each semester, it affirms our dedication to our primary mission: transforming students’ lives.

Jan 18th, 2022

For those returning from Winter Break, welcome back to the Hill! I hope you found ample opportunities to spend time with loved ones and are ready to begin another semester at WKU.

Jan 6th, 2022

We hope that you found time to relax and recharge during the winter break and are enjoying the year’s first snowfall.

Nov 4th, 2021

WKU is engaged in both internal planning and external conversations concerning OSHA’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard.

Oct 21st, 2021

The midpoint of the semester has provided an opportunity for us to fully assess the effectiveness of our COVID-19 preventative measures, and the data we have acquired confirms that our collective actions have made a difference

Sep 10th, 2021

The WKU COVID-19 Task Force is working to gather additional information about President Biden’s recent announcement regarding vaccination and testing for employers with more than 100 employees.

Aug 20th, 2021

The COVID-19 vaccine has proven to be our most powerful tool in preventing the spread of the virus and in reducing severity of illness if breakthrough occurs.

Aug 13th, 2021

While the late spring and summer yielded lower rates of COVID-19 infections and hospital admissions, in the weeks leading to the start of or fall semester, our region, the Commonwealth, and the nation are seeing a rise in all COVID-19 data points.

Aug 4th, 2021

I hope you enjoyed a summer of rest and renewal and are as excited as I am about the approaching fall semester at WKU.

Jul 28th, 2021

As we approach the fall semester we wanted to share some important information regarding the Covid-19 virus, and the steps WKU is taking to help keep the campus community safe.

Jun 15th, 2021

As we begin our preparations for returning to campus for the fall semester, we will continue to take action to protect our students, faculty, and staff from COVID-19.

May 14th, 2021

Beginning today, in accordance with updated guidance from the CDC and Gov. Beshear, those who are fully-vaccinated no longer have to wear a mask on our campus with very limited exceptions, such as the Preston Center and Graves Gilbert Clinic.

Apr 15th, 2021

As we prepare for a return to normal operations so we can provide the full WKU Experience for our Hilltoppers, we must take the steps necessary to prepare. This includes planning for how we transition back to on-campus work.

Apr 8th, 2021

It’s my pleasure to announce this year’s university award recipients. Congratulations to our 2021 winners!

Apr 2nd, 2021

WKU continues to partner with Graves Gilbert Clinic and Wild Health to offer free COVID-19 vaccinations.

Mar 30th, 2021

One month from today, our students complete their final exams, and the spring semester concludes.

Mar 16th, 2021

Daylight savings time reminds me that Spring, my favorite season, is just around the corner. While I dislike adjusting to the time change, I really do enjoy the longer days.