Events calendar

Oct 11, 2025

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A Trumpet Summit in Honor of Roy Hargrove: Finale Concert

The Irving S. Gilmore School of Music's Jazz Studies Department and Rev. Millard Southern III present the Trumpet Summit in Honor of Roy Hargrove on Saturday, October 11, 2025.This monumental tribute…
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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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
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Master's and Certificate in Organizational Change Leadership Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master's Degree and Graduate Certificate in Organizational Change Leadership at 12 p.m. ET. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 15
Time: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Oct 16, 2025

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Fall recess

No classes. University is open regular office hours.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 16
Time: All day
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PhD in Counseling Psychology Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Counseling Psychology PhD program at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 16
Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Oct 17, 2025

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Fall recess

No classes. Some University offices are closed. Check hours before visiting.
Date: Friday, Oct. 17
Time: All day
Fall Classic 2025

2025 Fall Classic Tennis Tournament at West Hills

Men’s and Women’s Singles 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5. First Match Consolation.Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 and 9.0. First Match Consolation.
Date: Friday, Oct. 17
Time: 5 to 11 p.m.
Location:
West Hills Athletic Club
2001 S 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 18, 2025

Fall Classic 2025

2025 Fall Classic Tennis Tournament at West Hills

Men’s and Women’s Singles 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5. First Match Consolation.Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 and 9.0. First Match Consolation.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 18
Time: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Location:
West Hills Athletic Club
2001 S 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 19, 2025

Fall Classic 2025

2025 Fall Classic Tennis Tournament at West Hills

Men’s and Women’s Singles 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5. First Match Consolation.Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed Doubles 6.0, 7.0, 8.0 and 9.0. First Match Consolation.
Date: Sunday, Oct. 19
Time: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location:
West Hills Athletic Club
2001 S 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 21, 2025

Ethics Center Fall 2025 Book Club graphic

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. 21
Time: 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
3120 Sangren Hall

Oct 22, 2025

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PhD in Counselor Education Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the PhD in Counselor Education program at Western Michigan University. We offer pathways in Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling, and…
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
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When Living Becomes Assisted: OLLI Senior Readers Theater

“When Living Becomes Assisted,” Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Senior Readers Theater. 4:30 p.m. in Room 1010 of the College of Health and Human Services Building. Director: D. Terry…
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22
Time: 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Room 1010 College of Health and Human Services Building
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Counselor Education Master's Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts in Counselor Education! Clinical Mental Health, Marriage/Couple/Family, and School Counseling. Please register to receive…
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.
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K-12 Educational Leadership Info Session

Join us virtually to learn more about the K-12 Educational Leadership Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Programs at Western Michigan University. Please register.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22
Time: 6 to 6:30 p.m.
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Social Work Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Social Work program.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Location:
Sessions are virtual
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Bullock Series: VOCES8

Presented in collaboration with Fontana Chamber Arts.The GRAMMY® Award-nominated British vocal ensemble VOCES8 is proud to inspire people through music and share the joy of singing. Touring globally,…
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US