Events calendar

Nov 12, 2026

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Annual Big Band Swing Tribute

An evening with Western's jazz bands featuring quintessential big band repertoire that defined the swing era.
Date: Thursday, Nov. 12
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Thursday, Nov. 12
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 13, 2026

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Cognitive Empathy workshop

What is Cognitive Empathy and how can it make our campus better? To get a better understanding of another person’s experience, and how they think or feel. 
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
3027 Waldo Library
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Student Dance Concert

Our student ensembles take over the stage with a diverse and exciting performance of dance. Expect sincerity, bold choices, and glimpses of tomorrow’s dance artists in an intimate setting.  
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Airmen of Note

Created in 1950 to continue the tradition of Major Glenn Miller’s Army Air Forces dance band, the Airmen of Note consists of 17 active-duty musicians and one vocalist. Stationed at Joint Base…
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Guest Artist Recital: Thomas Barth, Cello

Praised for his “expansive and fervent” style (Musical America) and “superb phrasing” (Boston Musical Intelligencer), cellist Thomas Barth enjoys a varied career as a chamber and orchestral musician…
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Lecture Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Text that reads "Kinky Boots" in white with a pink and black background.

WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents The Three Musketeers

In this bold and exhilarating adaptation, playwright Kirsten Childs brings Alexandre Dumas himself into the story, reimagining the classic adventure through the eyes of the man who created it – the…
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 14, 2026

Tai Chi and Meditation Workshops

Join us at upcoming fall library outreach Tai Chi and Meditation Workshops.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 14
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
Kalamazoo Public Library - Oshtemo Branch
7265 W Main St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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WMU Student Dance Concert

Our student ensembles take over the stage with a diverse and exciting performance of dance. Expect sincerity, bold choices, and glimpses of tomorrow’s dance artists in an intimate setting.  
Date: Saturday, Nov. 14
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Hot Pink curtain graphic with text reading WMU Student Dance Concert.

WMU Student Dance Concert

Our student ensembles take over the stage with a diverse and exciting performance of dance. Expect sincerity, bold choices, and glimpses of tomorrow’s dance artists in an intimate setting.  
Date: Saturday, Nov. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Text that reads "Kinky Boots" in white with a pink and black background.

WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Saturday, Nov. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Graphic featuring The Three Musketeers in white text.

WMU Theatre Presents The Three Musketeers

In this bold and exhilarating adaptation, playwright Kirsten Childs brings Alexandre Dumas himself into the story, reimagining the classic adventure through the eyes of the man who created it – the…
Date: Saturday, Nov. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 15, 2026

Hot Pink curtain graphic with text reading WMU Student Dance Concert.

WMU Student Dance Concert

Our student ensembles take over the stage with a diverse and exciting performance of dance. Expect sincerity, bold choices, and glimpses of tomorrow’s dance artists in an intimate setting.  
Date: Sunday, Nov. 15
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Text that reads "Kinky Boots" in white with a pink and black background.

WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Sunday, Nov. 15
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Graphic featuring The Three Musketeers in white text.

WMU Theatre Presents The Three Musketeers

In this bold and exhilarating adaptation, playwright Kirsten Childs brings Alexandre Dumas himself into the story, reimagining the classic adventure through the eyes of the man who created it – the…
Date: Sunday, Nov. 15
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 16, 2026

Master's of Literacy Studies Virtual Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the fully online Master's of Literacy Studies at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Monday, Nov. 16
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.

Understanding China: Mahjong 101

Discover the rich history and social art of Mahjong, then roll up your sleeves to master the tiles in this interactive, beginner-friendly experience.
Date: Monday, Nov. 16
Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location:
Room 1320 Sangren Hall, Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Starting Gate Speaker Series: Finding a Business Niche to Exploit

Starting Gate is a year-long student business accelerator program that gives WMU students rich and valuable resources to develop their startup companies. Each week, a speaker will address a new topic…
Date: Monday, Nov. 16
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 17, 2026

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Employer Information Table - Tokusen Hytech

Representatives from Tokusen Hytech will be visiting the WMU Student Center on Tuesday, Novmeber 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 17
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location:
WMU Student Center
1070 Arcadia Loop
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US