Events calendar

Oct 10, 2025

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Alumni Achievement Awards

The College of Arts and Sciences proudly celebrates its outstanding alumni annually at the Alumni Achievement Awards Ceremony. Alumni are nominated and selected based upon their exemplary…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location:
Student Center Ballroom
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Fall Noon Dance Showing

A midday, in-studio performance of new works created and performed by WMU Dance students. This informal, fun showing of creativity and spirit provides a chance for students to celebrate dance and…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Fireside Chat with Dr. Karen Korematsu

Dr. Karen Korematsu advocates for civil liberties, social justice, civics and ethnic studies education.
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
2209/2211 Student Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Medieval Research Group - Cistercian Women's Houses Project

Join us in the Zhang Legacy Collections Center for a presentation on the process and progress on the Cistercian Women's Houses project. This presentation will be made by Halle Martin (PhD student,…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 3 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Zhang Legacy Collections Center
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Black & Bold Homecoming Celebration: Back Together Again

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Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Location:
Multicultural Center Adrian Trimpe Building
2466 Ring Rd S
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Gwen Frostic Reading Series

Gwen Frostic Reading Series

The Gwen Frostic Reading Series has returned, and the first event will feature two English alumni who are also state poet laureates: Traci Brimhall and Melba Joyce Boyd. 
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.
Location:
1110 Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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CEHD Golden Apple and Keystone Dinner

Join the College of Education and Human Development in celebrating outstanding alumni at the 27th Annual CEHD Alumni Awards. Dinner will be provided.
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location:
Ballroom Student Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Guest Artist Recital: John Hagstrom, Trumpet

John Hagstrom joined the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s trumpet section as fourth trumpet in 1996. A year later, he won the Orchestra’s second trumpet position, carrying on the tradition…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 11, 2025

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2nd annual white cane 5K open for registration

The Department of Blindness and Low Vision Studies and Midwest Enterprises for the Blind are hosting their 2nd annual 5K at Spring Valley Park in Kalamazoo On October 11.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location:
Spring Valley Park
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Relax and Meditate with Tai Chi, a WMU Asian Initiatives and Kalamazoo Public Library Event

Learn basic Tai Chi moves that you can do at home.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
Kalamazoo Public Library, Oshtemo Branch
7265 W Main St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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A Trumpet Summit in Honor of Roy Hargrove: Finale Concert

This monumental tribute to the late great Roy Hargrove will feature performances by five dynamic trumpeters including Jon Faddis, Maurice Brown, Freddie Hendrix, Ashlin Parker, and Corey Wilkes. 
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 12, 2025

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University Bands

A showcase of WMU bands, including the University Wind Symphony, University Symphonic Band, and the University Concert Band. Scott Boerma, Trey Harris, and Mary Land, Conductors.
Date: Sunday, Oct. 12
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Colorful graphic of two people having coffe at a table with the title UTOPIA behind them.

WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Sunday, Oct. 12
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 14, 2025

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Study Abroad and Global Engagement Table

Learn more about study abroad and the Global Engagement Program by speaking with program alumni.
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 14
Time: 12:15 to 1:45 p.m.
Location:
WMU Student Center
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Study Abroad Information Session

Discuss frequently asked questions and learn how to find study abroad programs that meet your academic needs.
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 14
Time: 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Virtual with WMU Study Abroad
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Toxic Communities: Environmental Racism, Industrial Pollution, and Residential Mobility

Toxic Communities: Environmental Racism, Industrial Pollution, and Residential Mobility by sociologist Dorceta Taylor. The author develops new theoretical understandings of environmental justice by…
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 14
Time: 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
3120 Sangren Hall

Oct 15, 2025

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Fall recess

No classes. University is open regular office hours.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 15
Time: All day
study abroad application deadlines

Study Abroad Application Deadline: Spring 2026

Application deadlines for upcoming study abroad programs.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 15
Time: All day