Events calendar

Nov 13, 2026

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Airmen of Note

Created in 1950 to continue the tradition of Major Glenn Miller’s Army Air Forces dance band, the Airmen of Note consists of 17 active-duty musicians and one vocalist. Stationed at Joint Base…
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Guest Artist Recital: Thomas Barth, Cello

Praised for his “expansive and fervent” style (Musical America) and “superb phrasing” (Boston Musical Intelligencer), cellist Thomas Barth enjoys a varied career as a chamber and orchestral musician…
Date: Friday, Nov. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Lecture 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. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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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. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 14, 2026

Tai Chi and Meditation Workshops

Join us at upcoming fall library outreach Tai Chi and Meditation Workshops.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 14
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
Kalamazoo Public Library - Oshtemo Branch
7265 W Main St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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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: Saturday, Nov. 14
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Hot Pink curtain graphic with text reading WMU Student Dance Concert.

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: Saturday, Nov. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
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. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Graphic featuring The Three Musketeers in white text.

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. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 15, 2026

Hot Pink curtain graphic with text reading WMU Student Dance Concert.

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: Sunday, Nov. 15
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
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: Sunday, Nov. 15
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Graphic featuring The Three Musketeers in white text.

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. 15
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, D. Terry Williams Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 16, 2026

Master's of Literacy Studies Virtual Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the fully online Master's of Literacy Studies at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Monday, Nov. 16
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.

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: Monday, Nov. 16
Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location:
Room 1320 Sangren Hall, Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Starting Gate Speaker Series: Finding a Business Niche to Exploit

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. 16
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 17, 2026

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Employer Information Table - Tokusen Hytech

Representatives from Tokusen Hytech will be visiting the WMU Student Center on Tuesday, Novmeber 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 17
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location:
WMU Student Center
1070 Arcadia Loop
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Black Faculty Staff Council Meeting

We invite all interested faculty and staff to join us for our monthly Black Faculty Staff Council meetings, held virtually on the third Tuesday of each month at 12 p.m. If you are not currently…
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 17
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
Multicultural Center Trimpe Building
2466 Ring Rd S
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Communication Studio Workshop: Elevating Your Presentations

Your slides speak before you do—make sure they're saying the right thing. In this hands-on workshop, seniors and business majors will master animations, transitions and professional graphics in Canva…
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 17
Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location:
3445 Schneider Hall (Communication Studio)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 18, 2026

Master of Family and Consumer Science Virtual Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about WMU's Master of Family and Consumer Sciences - emphasis areas in Family Science & Services and Youth & Community Development! Please…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 18
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
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Sanford Center Workshop: Paychecks, Taxes and Benefits 101

Many students enter the workforce without understanding how to read a paycheck or evaluate employee benefits. This workshop explains payroll deductions, taxes, W-4 forms, common tax documents and the…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 18
Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
3455 Schneider Hall (Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US