Events calendar

May 15, 2026

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Classical Poetry and Medieval Commentary: The Textual Archaeology of a Genre

The Reception of the Classics in the Middle Ages lecture at the 61st International Congress on Medieval Studies will be given by David Gura (Univ. of Notre Dame) and is titled "Classical Poetry and…
Date: Friday, May 15
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Sangren 1910
"61st ICMS" in white text on a brown background, next to an illustration of a green dragon with an open mouth and wings outstretched.

The Middle East, North Africa, and Medieval Spain: Music and Languages at the Crossroads of Convivencia

This workshop explores the intersections of languages like Arabic, Ladino, and Spanish and the musical expressions that evolved from them in medieval Spain. Through a combination of music performance…
Date: Friday, May 15
Time: 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Location:
Kanley Chapel
"61st ICMS" in white text on a brown background, next to an illustration of a green dragon with an open mouth and wings outstretched.

The Queerness of Solitude

The second plenary lecture at the 61th International Congress on Medieval Studies, sponsored by the Medieval Academy of America, will be given by Michelle Sauer (Univ. of North Dakota) and is titled …
Date: Friday, May 15
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
Location:
Sangren 1910

May 16, 2026

Menopause 2, Cruising thru the Change

Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change'®

All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies…
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Ziryab: Music & Storytelling

Arabic music, poetry, and songs breathe life into the story of Ziryab, a former slave from Baghdad, whose musical abilities brought him fame throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Andalusia: a…
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 7 to 8:15 p.m.
Location:
Kanley Chapel

May 25, 2026

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U.S. Memorial Day

No classes. Many University offices are closed.
Date: Monday, May 25
Time: All day

May 28, 2026

Wild Kratts Live!

Wild Kratts Live 2.0: Activate Creature Power!

WILD KRATTS—LIVE! is a theatrical stage show based on the hit animated television series Wild Kratts. Martin and Chris Kratt, stars of the Emmy-nominated Wild Kratts, step out live on stage to engage…
Date: Thursday, May 28
Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Jun 10, 2026

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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

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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 27, 2026

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Commencement

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

Jul 1, 2026

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Summer I semester ends

Date: Wednesday, Jul 1
Time: All day

Jul 2, 2026

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Summer II semester classes begin at 8 a.m.

Date: Thursday, Jul 2
Time: All day

Jul 3, 2026

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U.S. Independence Day recess

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

Aug 18, 2026

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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

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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

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Summer II semester ends

Date: Friday, Aug. 21
Time: All day

Oct 13, 2026

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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

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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

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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.