Events calendar

Jun 3, 2026

Steve Burns on a light blue background with various shades of blue circles and paw prints

An Evening with Steve Burns (From Blue's Clues)

Steve Burns, the original host of Blue's Clues, comes to Miller Auditorium on June 3 for an intimate, moderated conversation, by Stephanie Bishop, that’s equal parts heartfelt, humorous, and…
Date: Wednesday, Jun 3
Time: 7:30 to 8:45 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Jun 10, 2026

MA 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, Jun 10
Time: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Jun 16, 2026

PhD in Organizational Change Leadership Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the PhD in Organizational Change Leadership at 12 p.m. ET. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Tuesday, Jun 16
Time: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Jun 17, 2026

From K-12 to the Academy

Explore transitioning from K-12 teaching to academia by leveraging practitioner experience, bridging theory and practice, and understanding the cultural shifts between K-12 and higher education as…
Date: Wednesday, Jun 17
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Jun 27, 2026

Commencement

View information about ceremonies on commencement webpage.
Date: Saturday, Jun 27
Time: All day

Jul 1, 2026

Summer I semester ends

Date: Wednesday, Jul 1
Time: All day

Jul 2, 2026

Summer II semester classes begin at 8 a.m.

Date: Thursday, Jul 2
Time: All day

Jul 3, 2026

U.S. Independence Day recess

No classes. Many University offices are closed.
Date: Friday, Jul 3
Time: All day

Jul 23, 2026

Person setting up a survey on a laptop.

Survey Design in Qualtrics

Attend this hands-on workshop to learn the essentials of building effective surveys in Qualtrics.
Date: Thursday, Jul 23
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
Waldo Library and online

Jul 28, 2026

Person at computer using Taguette, a tagging tool for qualitative data analysis and qualitative research.

Qualitative Research Tools: Taguette 101

Learn how to code, organize and export your qualitative data using a free, open‑source tool.
Date: Tuesday, Jul 28
Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Waldo Library and online

Aug 11, 2026

Introduction to Data Analysis Using Excel

Join Daria Orlowska, data librarian, for a live demonstration of combining, organizing and analyzing data.
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 11
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Multipurpose Room 1070, First Floor Waldo Library
1090 Arcadia Loop
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Aug 18, 2026

PhD in Organizational Change Leadership Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the PhD in Organizational Change Leadership at 12 p.m. ET. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 18
Time: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Aug 19, 2026

MA 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, Aug. 19
Time: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Aug 21, 2026

Summer II semester ends

Date: Friday, Aug. 21
Time: All day

Aug 25, 2026

Three students at a table.

Preparing for Human Subject Research

Learn best practices for setting up your study, managing and sharing data responsibly, and meeting regulatory requirements.
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 25
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Location:
Online via Webex

Sep 10, 2026

Three students at a table.

Preparing for Human Subject Research

Learn best practices for setting up your study, managing and sharing data responsibly, and meeting regulatory requirements.
Date: Thursday, Sept. 10
Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Waldo Library and online

Oct 13, 2026

PhD in Organizational Change Leadership Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the PhD in Organizational Change Leadership at 12 p.m. ET. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 13
Time: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Oct 14, 2026

MA 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. 14
Time: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Dec 2, 2026

MA 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, Dec. 2
Time: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Jan 11, 2027

Boren Awards - WMU Campus Deadline

Boren Awards are a set of merit-based scholarships and fellowships funded by the National Security Education Program that encourage U.S. undergraduate and graduate students to study in areas of the…
Date: Monday, Jan. 11
Time: All day