Events calendar

Nov 5, 2026

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Sanford Center Workshop: Investing Basics for Beginners

Investing does not require wealth or advanced financial knowledge to get started. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces students to the fundamentals of investing, including stocks, bonds, ETFs,…
Date: Thursday, Nov. 5
Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Location:
3455 Schneider Hall (Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 6, 2026

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Opera: The Magic Flute

Presented by Western Michigan University's Opera Workshop. Emanuel-Cristian Caraman, Director.
Date: Friday, Nov. 6
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: Friday, Nov. 6
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 7, 2026

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Opera: The Magic Flute

Presented by Western Michigan University's Opera Workshop. Emanuel-Cristian Caraman, Director.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 7
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital 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: Saturday, Nov. 7
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 8, 2026

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International Education Week

Join us as we celebrate global diversity and explore cross-cultural connections November 8–15. 
Date: Sunday, Nov. 8 - Sunday
Time: Nov. 15
Location:
Western Michigan University
1903 West Michigan Avenue
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: Sunday, Nov. 8
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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University Symphony Orchestra

Under conductor Bruce Uchimura, the University Symphony performs orchestral masterworks, features internationally recognized and WMU faculty soloists, and collaborates with the WMU Grand Chorus and…
Date: Sunday, Nov. 8
Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 9, 2026

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Scholarly Publishing: Finding the Best Publication Option to Maximize Your Impact While Avoiding “Predatory Publishers”

Discover tools for finding reputable journals, evaluating journal impact and quality, and avoiding predatory publishers.
Date: Monday, Nov. 9
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location:
Online
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Starting Gate Speaker Series: Legal Considerations Within a Startup Venture

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. 9
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 10, 2026

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Organizing Your Data in Spreadsheets

Explore more effective data-wrangling strategies using Excel.
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 10
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location:
In person at Waldo Library and online
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University Concert Band

Featuring the Western Michigan University Concert Band.  
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 10
Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 11, 2026

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CEHD Scholarship Scoop

Join the College of Education and Human Development's Scholarship Specialist for a hands-on workshop designed to break down the application process, share insider tips, and help you confidently…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 11
Time: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Location:
2510 Sangren Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

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: Wednesday, Nov. 11
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
A purple event flyer decorated with colorful star confetti and pennants advertising the "CEHD Scholarship SCOOP."

CEHD Scholarship Scoop

Join the College of Education and Human Development's Scholarship Specialist for a hands-on workshop designed to break down the application process, share insider tips, and help you confidently…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 11
Time: 1 to 2 p.m.
Location:
2510 Sangren Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Zhang Career Center: Major Match-Up

Major Match-Up is a one evening event for all students wishing to explore Haworth College of Business majors. A student could explore all of the majors with knowledgeable and engaged B.B.A. students…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 11
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location:
2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Campus Choir

Campus Choir, a 40–60 voice SATB concert choir, is open to everyone at Western Michigan University. The core of Campus Choir is a dedicated group of singers from the Kalamazoo and University…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 11
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 12, 2026

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PSAW Executive Board Meeting

The Professional Staff Association of Western (PSAW) Executive Board will meet to discuss important updates, ongoing projects and future plans. This meeting is for PSAW Executive Board members only…
Date: Thursday, Nov. 12
Time: 10 to 11 a.m.
Location:
Online via Teams
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FRAME™ Workshop: Asking Good Interview Questions

Join this 2-hour, interactive workshop to learn more about the college's FRAME™ methodology—asking good questions—and apply it to preparing career values-based questions for an upcoming interview…
Date: Thursday, Nov. 12
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
3150 Schneider Hall
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Financial Planning Speaker Series: LVM Capital

Charles Prudhomme is a financial advisor and compliance officer for LVM Capital. He is also in charge of their internship program. Prudhomme will share his expertise in the area of regulatory…
Date: Thursday, Nov. 12
Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location:
3455 Schneider Hall (Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US