Events calendar

Dec 17, 2026

A close-up of three Western Michigan University-themed winter sugar cookies arranged on a snow-dusted wooden surface.

CEHD's Holly & Jolly Winter Party

The College of Education and Human Development is hosting their annual "holly & jolly winter party" for faculty and staff.
Date: Thursday, Dec. 17
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location:
2510 Sangren Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

EdS in School Psychology Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the brand new EdS in School Psychology program at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Thursday, Dec. 17
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.

Dec 19, 2026

Date: Saturday, Dec. 19
Time: All day

Commencement

View information about ceremonies on commencement webpage.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 19
Time: All day

CEHD Fall Graduation Reception

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) is hosting a graduation celebration in honor of our Fall 2026 Graduates! The CEHD Graduation Reception will take place on Saturday, December 19,…
Date: Saturday, Dec. 19
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dec 24, 2026

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Thursday, Dec. 24
Time: All day

Dec 25, 2026

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Friday, Dec. 25
Time: All day

Dec 26, 2026

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 26
Time: All day

Dec 27, 2026

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Sunday, Dec. 27
Time: All day

Dec 28, 2026

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Monday, Dec. 28
Time: All day

Dec 29, 2026

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 29
Time: All day

Dec 30, 2026

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 30
Time: All day

Dec 31, 2026

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Thursday, Dec. 31
Time: All day

Jan 1, 2027

Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Friday, Jan. 1
Time: All day

Jan 7, 2027

Science on tap flyer

Science on Tap Lecture Series: January

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for a happy hour followed by a lecture on a rotating scientific topic!
Date: Thursday, Jan. 7
Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Burdick's Bar & Grill
100 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Jan 8, 2027

Promotional banner for the 2027 New Year's Open tennis tournament at West Hills Athletic Club in Kalamazoo, Michigan, taking place Friday-Sunday, January 8-10.

2027 New Year's Open—Tennis Tournament, Jan. 8–10

New Year's Open Tennis Tournament, Friday–Sunday, Jan. 8–10 at West Hills Athletic Club.
Date: Friday, Jan. 8 - Sunday, Jan. 10
Time: All day
Location:
Latitude 42 Pickleball Complex at West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Jan 9, 2027

Tai Chi and Meditation Workshops

Join us at upcoming fall library outreach Tai Chi and Meditation Workshops.
Date: Saturday, Jan. 9
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
Kalamazoo Public Library - Oshtemo Branch
7265 W Main St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Jan 11, 2027

Boren Awards - WMU Campus Deadline

The Boren Awards are merit-based scholarships and fellowships funded by the National Security Education Program. 
Date: Monday, Jan. 11
Time: All day
Date: Monday, Jan. 11
Time: All day

Jan 14, 2027

Professional Staff Association of Western (PSAW) logo.

PSAW Executive Board Meeting

The Professional Staff Association of Western (PSAW) Executive Board will meet to discuss important updates, ongoing projects and future plans. This meeting is for PSAW Executive Board members only…
Date: Thursday, Jan. 14
Time: 10 to 11 a.m.
Location:
Online via Teams