Events calendar

Oct 8, 2025

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Global Social

Hosted weekly, Global Socials are an opportunity to participate in fun cross-cultural activities, guest speeches and events, while mingling with fellow domestic and international students. This is a…
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 8
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
2207 WMU Student Center
1070 Arcadia Loop
Kalamazoo, MI 49006 US
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Supply Chain Career Night

Supply Chain Career Night Fall 2025Hosted by the Zhang Career CenterJoin us on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Fetzer Center for an exciting opportunity…
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 8
Time: 4 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Fetzer Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Student Recital: Best of MAT

A showcase of works by students from WMU's Multimedia Arts Technology department.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 8
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 9, 2025

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WMU's 4th Annual Cybersecurity Summit

Western Michigan University’s Office of Information Technology invites you to the 4th Annual Cybersecurity Summit — a full-day event designed to engage students, faculty, staff, and the broader…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Ballroom A/B, adjacent rooms and spaces Student Center
1070 Student Center Loop
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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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, Oct. 9
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Online via Teams
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Business Career Day

Business Career Day 2025Hosted by the Zhang Career Center Join us on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fetzer Center for an exciting opportunity…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location:
Fetzer Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Timothy Light Center for Chinese Studies Brown Bag Talk

Join us for a Brown Bag Talk given by Dr. Li Yang, School of Environment, Geography and Sustainability, Western Michigan University.Heritage tourism has grown globally over the past two decades,…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
4320 Sangren Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Custer Speaker Series — Dr. Benjamin Yee

Dr. Benjamin Yee will be giving a talk titled "Changes in Plasma Deposition Systems for Semiconductor Manufacturing​," as a part of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences' fall 2025 Custer…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Location:
Parkview Room (D-132) Floyd Hall
4601 Campus Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Managing Your Data in Spreadsheets

Successfully managing your data is the foundation of any project. The purpose of this workshop is to help guide you through more effective data-wrangling strategies. In it, you will use Excel to…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location:
In person at Waldo Library and online
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Registration and Beyond: From Sign Up to Success

Spring registration starts October 21. Learn how to register for classes, schedule advising appointments, mistakes to avoid, and other tips and tricks from the College of Arts and Sciences advising…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location:
3409 Dunbar Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Pumpkin Painting with Public Safety

A special event for to enjoy the American tradition of pumpkin painting with donuts and apple cider! RSVP on Experience WMU to claim your pumpkin! …
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 4 to 6 p.m.
Location:
Goldsworth Valley Pond
1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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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, Oct. 9
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.
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University Jazz Orchestra

This 18-member ensemble has received international acclaim for its high performance standards and creative approach to big band jazz. Recognitions include three-time winners in the college big band…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 10, 2025

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Alumni Achievement Awards

The College of Arts and Sciences proudly celebrates its outstanding alumni annually at the Alumni Achievement Awards Ceremony. Alumni are nominated and selected based upon their exemplary…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location:
Student Center Ballroom
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Fall Noon Dance Showing

A midday, in-studio performance of new works created and performed by WMU Dance students. This informal, fun showing of creativity and spirit provides a chance for students to celebrate dance and…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Black & Bold Homecoming Celebration: Back Together Again

First & Last Name (required) Email (required) …
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Location:
Multicultural Center Adrian Trimpe Building
2466 Ring Rd S
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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CEHD Golden Apple and Keystone Dinner

Join the College of Education and Human Development in celebrating outstanding alumni at the 27th Annual CEHD Alumni Awards. Dinner will be provided.
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location:
Ballroom Student Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 11, 2025

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2nd annual white cane 5K open for registration

The Department of Blindness and Low Vision Studies and Midwest Enterprises for the Blind are hosting their 2nd annual 5K at Spring Valley Park in Kalamazoo On October 11.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location:
Spring Valley Park
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US