WKU News

May 5th, 2023

WKU’s five academic colleges recognized their spring and summer 2023 graduating classes during ceremonies on Friday at Diddle Arena.

May 4th, 2023

Western Kentucky University’s Class of 2023 celebrated the completion of an educational journey disrupted by a global pandemic.

May 4th, 2023

More than 2,800 graduates are being recognized at WKU’s Commencement ceremony tonight, including the Ogden Foundation Scholar. WKU’s Amy Bingham has more on the student receiving the university’s top undergraduate award in this week’s View from t

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."

May 1st, 2023

“The best part of WKU for me was getting to do what I loved each and every day with pursuing my education degree while also being a student-athlete."

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 27th, 2023

With about 200 graduates earning initial or advanced certification this year, Western Kentucky University’s School of Teacher Education continues its work to address the state and national teacher shortage.

Apr 26th, 2023

Divine Lokuku, a senior from Louisville, who graduates next week with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a certificate in Personal Financial Planning, is no stranger to working hard and overcoming obstacles.

Apr 24th, 2023

Western Kentucky University will celebrate more than 2,800 graduates and recognize top scholars during 2023 Commencement on May 4 at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.

Apr 24th, 2023

Bridget Beavin, a History and Political Science major and Mahurin Honors College student from Louisville, was selected as the spring 2023 Ogden Foundation Scholar, WKU’s top undergraduate academic award.

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.

Dec 9th, 2022

Western Kentucky University recognized fall 2022 graduates in three ceremonies on Friday.

Dec 8th, 2022

WKU senior Maria Wells from nearby Lewisburg comes from a family full of WKU alums. Western was the last place she wanted to go because as she says, she thought to do something awesome, she had to do something different.

Dec 8th, 2022

When Alexandra Renee Mohamed lost her home in the December 11 tornadoes, the support she received from the WKU School of Nursing impacted her decision to return to college in January. Almost a year later, she will graduate from Western Kentucky University

Dec 6th, 2022

“It is something I have always done, my entire life. It has always been a peace - a tranquil place to go to. It has always been consistent for me. It never ran away from me. It has always been one of my greatest gifts.”

Dec 2nd, 2022

"I have really been pushed out of my comfort zone in this program and it has boosted my self-confidence. This program has also given me the best people to learn and grow with."

Nov 30th, 2022

“I chose WKU because I knew it would give me the best undergraduate experience and set me up for success better than any university in the state.”

Nov 30th, 2022

Western Kentucky University’s five academic colleges will recognize nearly 1,000 fall graduates in three ceremonies on Dec. 9.

Nov 28th, 2022

Maria Wells of Lewisburg is the December 2022 recipient of the Ogden Foundation Scholar Award, WKU’s top undergraduate academic honor.

Sep 8th, 2022

A college degree more than 40 years in the making has finally become a reality for a Tennessee man who says WKU made him the person he is today. WKU’s Amy Bingham has more on his nostalgic return to campus in this week’s View from the Hill.