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Guyer graduates musically-inclined and focused on economics

May 7th, 2025

For Taryn Guyer, a graduating senior earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Chinese, the numbers matter, specifically the numbers and the program matter.

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Mathematics graduate receives Minton Award

May 6th, 2025

“His state-of-the-art observer and feedback control designs contribute meaningful advancements in the mathematical foundations of control and its engineering applications."

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January-April 2025 the wettest start to the year on record for Kentucky

May 5th, 2025

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WKU grad heads back to the classroom

May 5th, 2025

“Before attending WKU, I was shy and afraid to speak out. I would sit in the back of classrooms and not talk to people that I didn't know. Attending WKU changed that quickly."

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WKU Professor Receives ASME Student Advisor Award

May 5th, 2025

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Finals Week and End of Semester Updates

May 5th, 2025

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WKU MPA Celebrates 50th Anniversary; Offers Discounted Tuition Rate to Government Employees

May 5th, 2025

The Department of Political Science celebrated the MPA program’s 50th Anniversary with a reception and hooding ceremony, and announced a new discounted tuition rate for government employees.

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Commencement Activities This Week

May 5th, 2025

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Beyond Words: Riley Hurm’s Journey in Speech-Language Pathology

May 5th, 2025

Riley Hurm, a WKU senior in Communication Sciences & Disorders, found her calling in speech-language pathology, blending science, service, and global insight—from Kentucky to London and beyond.

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Adjustments to May 8 Board of Regents meeting schedule

May 5th, 2025

The times for the Thursday meetings of the Western Kentucky University Board of Regents have been adjusted. The Board will enter closed session at 1:00 p.m., immediately followed by committee meetings in the Martin Regents Room of Jody Richards Hall.

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Yaste Combines Military Service with Health Sciences at WKU

May 2nd, 2025

“I use the leadership skills I’ve learned in my classes and through ROTC to help me effectively complete my duties as a soldier in the KY Army National Guard."

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WKU reveals renovation plans for historic Cherry Hall

May 1st, 2025

Western Kentucky University revealed renovation plans today for the historic Cherry Hall.

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Spring 2025 Recognition Ceremonies Event Parking

May 1st, 2025

May 9, 2025

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Spring 2025 Commencement Event Parking

May 1st, 2025

May 8, 2025

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WKU Grad engages with languages, cultures, and archaeology through applied learning experiences

Apr 30th, 2025

"As someone deeply interested in languages, cultures and archaeology, I knew mastering Chinese would open doors to research opportunities, particularly in East Asia."

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