Events calendar
Nov 20, 2026
Fall Harvest Cooking Demo
Join Registered Dietitian Gretchen Kauth and dietetic students for a cooking demonstration and taste-testing workshop highlighting autumn-inspired recipes.
Date:
Friday, Nov. 20
Time:
12:05 to 12:55 p.m.
Location:
3302
Khorman Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Trans 101 workshop
Join the Office of LBGT Student Services to learn the basics of what it means to be transgender including primers on social, legal, and medical processes.
Date:
Friday, Nov. 20
Time:
2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
2401
Sangren Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Black Faculty Staff Council Friendsgiving & Fellowship
Join BFSC at Revel & Roll for an evening of bowling, food, fellowship, and Friendsgiving fun! Come celebrate the season, connect with friends, and enjoy some time together as a community.This…
Date:
Friday, Nov. 20
Time:
6 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Revel & Roll West
4500 Stadium Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US 
ROOTS: MODA Fall Fashion Show
Join us for MODA’s 2026 Fall Fundraiser Gala on November 20, 2026, from 7–10 p.m. at the Student Center!This fall, we’re celebrating our ROOTS, exploring the cultural identities, personal stories,…
Date:
Friday, Nov. 20
Time:
7 to 10 p.m.
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. 20
Time:
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US 
INVINCIBLE: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson
INVINCIBLE: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson comes to Miller Auditorium, in Kalamazoo, MI on Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Get your tickets today.
Date:
Friday, Nov. 20
Time:
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US Nov 21, 2026
Kalamazoo Math Carnival
The Kalamazoo Math Carnival is an event with a range of fun and engaging activities meant to appeal to students in grades K-8 and their families and caregivers. Parents, older siblings, younger…
Date:
Saturday, Nov. 21
Time:
3 to 5 p.m.
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. 21
Time:
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US Nov 22, 2026
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. 22
Time:
2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US 
University Wind Symphony and University Symphonic Band
A showcase of WMU bands, including the University Wind Symphony and the University Symphonic Band.Scott Boerma and Trey Harris, Conductors.
Date:
Sunday, Nov. 22
Time:
3 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Nov 23, 2026
Donuts & Data
Enjoy some free donuts, cider, and hot chocolate while you get the first look at findings from the 2026 survey of WMU undergraduates. Designed for students but open to all, this interactive event is…
Date:
Monday, Nov. 23
Time:
10:15 to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
2209-2213
WMU Student Center
Starting Gate Speaker Series: Getting Unstuck!
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. 23
Time:
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US Nov 24, 2026
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:
Tuesday, Nov. 24
Time:
4 to 5 p.m.
Nov 25, 2026
Thanksgiving recess begins
Begins at noon. University is open until 5 p.m.
Date:
Wednesday, Nov. 25
Time:
All day
Nov 26, 2026
Thanksgiving recess
No classes. Many WMU offices closed.
Date:
Thursday, Nov. 26
Time:
All day
Burn the Bird 🔥 Thanksgiving Day Workout
A special Thanksgiving morning Burn the Bird workout at West Hills Athletic Club! This is a high-energy session that'll help you torch those festive calories allowing you to savor every bite of your…
Date:
Thursday, Nov. 26
Time:
8 to 9 a.m.
Location:
Latitude 42 Pickleball Complex at
West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US Nov 27, 2026
Thanksgiving recess
No classes. Many WMU offices closed.
Date:
Friday, Nov. 27
Time:
All day
Nov 30, 2026
Date:
Monday, Nov. 30
Time:
All day
Study Abroad and Global Engagement Table
Learn more about WMU study abroad and the Global Engagement Program by speaking with program alumni.
Date:
Monday, Nov. 30
Time:
1:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Location:
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Dec 1, 2026
MA in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership Info Session
Join us for a virtual meeting to learn more about our 33-credit Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership, available online and in-person. Please register to receive your zoom…
Date:
Tuesday, Dec. 1
Time:
12 to 1 p.m.