Events calendar

Oct 30, 2025

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3DnD Dungeons and Dragons Adventure

Join fellow DnD adventurers to play a short Dungeons & Dragons (5th Edition) campaign.No experience is required. We will have tables for beginners and experienced players. Players can bring their…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 30
Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Multipurpose Room 1070, First Floor Waldo Library
1090 Arcadia Loop
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents CATS

Western Michigan University’s production of CATS brings this beloved musical into the intimate Williams Theatre, placing the audience right in the heart of the Jellicle Ball. The show plays October…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 30
Time: 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Location:
Williams Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 31, 2025

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Open Educational Resources (OER) Grant Program Informational Session

This session will provide an overview of the WMU Libraries Open Education Grants program. Grants are being offered both for adoption of existing OER, and creation of new OER. The session will…
Date: Friday, Oct. 31
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
Online
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Open Rehearsal with Great Works Guest Choreographer Peter Chu

Watch the creative process unfold as guest choreographer Peter Chu works with WMU dancers to shape a new piece for the 2026 Winter Gala Dance Concert. This open rehearsal offers a bhind-the-scenes…
Date: Friday, Oct. 31
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Halloween Bash

Join us on Oct. 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. for a fun Halloween Bash to help international students celebrate this uniquely American holiday.
Date: Friday, Oct. 31
Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Britton/Hadley Lounge Britton/Hadley Hall
301 Valley 1 Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Gold Company Sneak Preview

Gold Company is the internationally regarded and award-winning vocal jazz ensemble from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. Gold Company is comprised of undergraduate and graduate students…
Date: Friday, Oct. 31
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Blue Neon text says CATS with pink neon cats outlines.

WMU Theatre Presents CATS

Western Michigan University’s production of CATS brings this beloved musical into the intimate Williams Theatre, placing the audience right in the heart of the Jellicle Ball. The show plays October…
Date: Friday, Oct. 31
Time: 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Location:
Williams Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 1, 2025

Blue Neon text says CATS with pink neon cats outlines.

WMU Theatre Presents CATS

Western Michigan University’s production of CATS brings this beloved musical into the intimate Williams Theatre, placing the audience right in the heart of the Jellicle Ball. The show plays October…
Date: Saturday, Nov. 1
Time: 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Location:
Williams Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 2, 2025

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Nov. 2 Women's Doubles Tournament Tune-up at West Hills

Women's Doubles 3.0 and 3.5 Divisions Tournament Tune-up, Sunday, Nov. 2 @ 9 a.m.—sharpen your skills, build team chemistry, and face real-game pressure with your partner.
Date: Sunday, Nov. 2
Time: 9 to 10 a.m.
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Blue Neon text says CATS with pink neon cats outlines.

WMU Theatre Presents CATS

Western Michigan University’s production of CATS brings this beloved musical into the intimate Williams Theatre, placing the audience right in the heart of the Jellicle Ball. The show plays October…
Date: Sunday, Nov. 2
Time: 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Williams Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 3, 2025

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International Education Week

Join us as we celebrate global diversity and explore cross-cultural connections through guest lectures, panel discussions, research presentations and more.
Date: Monday, Nov. 3 - Friday
Time: Nov. 7
Location:
WMU Student Center
1903 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Light Center for Chinese Studies Guest Lecture Series

“When AI Meets Chinese Language Teaching: How Teachers Can Thrive in the New Era" by Dr. Zhongqi Shi, a senior lecturer in Chinese at Columbia University.
Date: Monday, Nov. 3
Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location:
3030 Brown Hall, Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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International Education Week

Join us as we celebrate global diversity and explore cross-cultural connections through guest lectures, panel discussions, research presentations and more.
Date: Monday, Nov. 3
Time: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
WMU Student Center
1903 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 4, 2025

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2025 Faculty and Staff Benefits-Wellness Expo

Your benefits, your growth. Explore how our benefits and wellness programs support you and your family. The Western Michigan University Benefits-Wellness Expo will be held in the Student Center this…
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 4
Time: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Ballroom Student Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Establishing Your Scholarly Identity

Learn how to establish and develop your scholarly identity to build your reputation and expand your impact. The workshop will cover:The purposes of various scholarly identity management and social…
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 4
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location:
Online

Nov 5, 2025

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Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology Open House at Sangren Hall

Join us for an in-person open house in Sangren Hall to learn more about Western Michigan University's master's program offerings in counseling psychology, clinical mental health counseling, school…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 5
Time: 12:30 to 2 p.m.
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International Education Week

Join us as we celebrate global diversity and explore cross-cultural connections through guest lectures, panel discussions, research presentations and more.
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 5
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
WMU Student Center
1903 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Fulbright Info Session

Fulbright U.S Student Program Info Session: Fully Funded Opportunities Abroad

Are you dreaming of living abroad after graduation? Learn how the Fulbright U.S. Student Program can help you make that dream a reality with full funding.
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 5
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location:
Room 2122 WMU Student Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Artificial Intelligence and the Complexities of Love and Creativity in Ishiguro's Klara and the Sun

“Artificial Intelligence and the Complexities of Love and Creativity in Ishiguro's Klara and the Sun,” Jil Larson, Professor in the Department of English. 5:30 p.m. in Room 2209 of the Student Center…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 5
Time: 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Student Center Room 2209
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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. The program includes courses and experiential learning in supervision,…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 5
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.