WKU News

Nov 11th, 2024

WKU’s “Roaring Red” Homecoming 2024, a nod to the energetic spirit of the 1920s, is set to bring alumni, students and the Bowling Green community together for a weekend of celebration, tradition and fun Nov. 14-16.

Nov 8th, 2024

The WKU Sisterhood awarded $65,960 in grants to fund four University initiatives for 2024. The WKU Sisterhood members voted to allocate two Impact Grants of $20,000 or more, as well as two Small But Mighty Grants for $10,000 or less.

Nov 7th, 2024

Congratulations to Dr. Stacy Leggett and Dr. Marguerita DeSander from Western Kentucky University’s (WKU) School of Leadership and Professional Studies on being awarded the prestigious Journal of Research on Leadership Education 2023 Article of the Ye

Nov 7th, 2024

Christopher Wallace, a 26-year-old veteran, joined WKU in 2022 to study Political Science. Focused on Kentucky’s SEEK funding, he values MHC’s support and mentorship, aiming for a future in education policy and social advocacy.

Nov 4th, 2024

The two Pacemakers are the 24th and 25th for the College Heights Herald and the 48th and 49th for WKU Student Publications.

Nov 4th, 2024

Western Kentucky University Housing & Residence Life received the first place ACUHO-I Marketing Award for Best Poster during the annual ACUHO-I Business Operations Conference, hosted on October 28-31, 2024 in Bethesda, Maryland. 

Nov 4th, 2024

WKU will observe Veterans Day at 11 a.m. November 11 with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Guthrie Bell Tower, followed by the ROTC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.

Nov 4th, 2024

WKU sophomore Emmy Potter, double majoring in Biology and International Affairs, gained cultural empathy and global insights from a study abroad in Senegal, shaping her goal to practice medicine internationally.

Nov 1st, 2024

Serving as a classroom teacher before officially graduating may sound intimidating, but Goodman seized the opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience.

Nov 1st, 2024

Forty-two students are candidates for 2024 Homecoming queen at WKU.

Nov 1st, 2024

The WKU College of Health and Human Services is excited to announce that one of the teams from the Merchandising II course has been selected as a semifinalist in the prestigious NRF Foundation University Challenge.

Nov 1st, 2024

Applications are now open for middle school science teachers nationwide to apply for a spot in the 2025 class of the National STEM Scholar Program.

Oct 31st, 2024

CHHS awarded nearly $1.6 million in scholarships through the Council of Postsecondary Education (CPE) Healthcare Workforce Investment Fund. This funding will support students pursuing BSN, BSW, and MSW degrees.

Oct 31st, 2024

The WKU Forensics Team won the sweepstakes championship at the 2024 Crimson Classic, hosted by the University of Alabama, October 19-20.

Oct 30th, 2024

MHC, SGA, and Housing and Residence Life launched the Civic Engagement Resource Center to empower students in civic and community leadership. Open to all WKU students, the center offers resources, books, and programming to promote civic engagement.

Oct 29th, 2024

On Thursday, October 31st, 2024 The Kentucky Folklife Program in collaboration with the Department of Society, Culture, Crime, & Justice Studies and the Kentucky Museum will present Ellos no Sabían que Éramos Semillas ~ They Didn’t Know We Were Seeds

Oct 29th, 2024

The first thing you’ll notice about Anne Sawasky’s business card is the phrase, “relax about money”. As an investor coach/business advisor for Paul Winkler, this is what sets her apart from other financial advisors in our area. Anne educates her

Oct 28th, 2024

Summer Doris, a WKU first-year from Tennessee, majors in Chinese and International Affairs, inspired by her father's federal service. Drawn by WKU's personalized support, she’s active in the Chinese Flagship, Catalyst Cohort, and building community.

Oct 28th, 2024

The Kentucky Museum and local artists invite you into their studios to view their art, discuss their processes, and watch demonstrations during this free event!

Oct 25th, 2024

WKU Public Media, in collaboration with the Warren County Public Library, will host a preview screening of Carl the Collector on November 2.