Events calendar
Nov 10, 2026
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
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
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
Optional Practical Training Workshops
Students with F-1 visas can learn how to apply for U.S. temporary employment authorization to gain field-related work experience.
Date:
Wednesday, Nov. 11
Time:
10 to 11 a.m.
Location:
International Student & Scholar Services
3110 Faunce Student Services
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Light Center for Chinese Studies Brown Bag Talk
"A Multimedia Approach to Integrate Language, Culture, and Art" by Dr. Xiaojun Wang, Professor of Chinese, and Gloria Gao, Ph.D. student, WMU Department of World Languages and Literatures
Date:
Wednesday, Nov. 11
Time:
12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
4705
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.
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
Understanding China: Mahjong 101
Discover the rich history and social art of Mahjong, then roll up your sleeves to master the tiles in this interactive, beginner-friendly experience.
Date:
Wednesday, Nov. 11
Time:
3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location:
Room 1320
Sangren Hall, Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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
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
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
Fulbright Information Table
Stop by our table to learn more about the Fulbright program and its suite of fellowships and scholarships in more than 160 countries.
Date:
Thursday, Nov. 12
Time:
1 to 3 p.m.
Location:
Waldo Library
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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
Counseling Psychology Master's and Certificate Info Session
Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts and certificate programs in Counseling Psychology! Please register to receive your webex link.
Date:
Thursday, Nov. 12
Time:
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
College Night at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts with the Global Engagement Program
Join the Global Engagement Program at College Night at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, an after-hours event designed for area university students.
Date:
Thursday, Nov. 12
Time:
6 to 8 p.m.
Annual Big Band Swing Tribute
An evening with Western's jazz bands featuring quintessential big band repertoire that defined the swing era.
Date:
Thursday, Nov. 12
Time:
7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall
Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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:
Thursday, Nov. 12
Time:
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US Nov 13, 2026
2026 West Hills Fall Fitness Launch
Join us during our regularly scheduled classes, Nov. 13–15, for all new Les Mills routines, fresh music, and exciting choreography designed to keep you motivated and energized this Winter. Whether…
Date:
Friday, Nov. 13 - Sunday, Nov. 15
Time:
All day
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Cognitive Empathy workshop
What is Cognitive Empathy and how can it make our campus better? To get a better understanding of another person’s experience, and how they think or feel.
Date:
Friday, Nov. 13
Time:
12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
3027
Waldo Library
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
WMU Student Dance Concert
Our student ensembles take over the stage with a diverse and exciting performance of dance. Expect sincerity, bold choices, and glimpses of tomorrow’s dance artists in an intimate setting.
Date:
Friday, Nov. 13
Time:
7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B,
Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US