Events calendar

Nov 22, 2026

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University Wind Symphony and University Symphonic Band

A showcase of WMU bands, including the University Wind Symphony and the University Symphonic Band.Scott Boerma and Trey Harris, Conductors.
Date: Sunday, Nov. 22
Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 23, 2026

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Starting Gate Speaker Series: Getting Unstuck!

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. 23
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 24, 2026

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Employer Information Table - Tokusen Hytech

Representatives from Tokusen Hytech will be visiting the WMU College of Engineering and Applied Sciences on Tuesday, November 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 24
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location:
WMU College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
4601 Campus Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving recess begins

Begins at noon. University is open until 5 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 25
Time: All day

Nov 26, 2026

Thanksgiving recess

No classes. Many WMU offices closed.
Date: Thursday, Nov. 26
Time: All day
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Burn the Bird 🔥 Thanksgiving Day Workout

A special Thanksgiving morning Burn the Bird workout at West Hills Athletic Club! This is a high-energy session that'll help you torch those festive calories allowing you to savor every bite of your…
Date: Thursday, Nov. 26
Time: 8 to 9 a.m.
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 27, 2026

Thanksgiving recess

No classes. Many WMU offices closed.
Date: Friday, Nov. 27
Time: All day

Nov 30, 2026

Fall semester classes resume at 8 a.m.

Date: Monday, Nov. 30
Time: All day

Dec 1, 2026

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: Tuesday, Dec. 1
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
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3DnD Dungeons and Dragons Adventure

Join fellow DnD adventurers to play a short 5th Edition campaign.
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 1
Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Multipurpose Room 1070, First Floor Waldo Library
1090 Arcadia Loop
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Dec 2, 2026

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.

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, Dec. 2
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
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Survey Design in Qualtrics

Learn the essentials of building effective surveys in Qualtrics.
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 2
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Location:
In person at Waldo Library and online

MA in Counselor Education Virtual Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts in Counselor Education! Pathways in Clinical Mental Health, Marriage/Couple/Family, and School Counseling. Please register…
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 2
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.

K12 Educational Leadership Information Session

Join us to learn more about the K-12 Educational Leadership Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Programs at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 2
Time: 6 to 6:30 p.m.

PhD in Counselor Education Virtual Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the PhD in Counselor Education program at Western Michigan University. The program includes courses and experiential learning in supervision,…
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 2
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
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Bullock Series: Jeremiah Quarles, Oboe

Oboist Jeremiah Quarles has performed with numerous orchestras throughout the United States, including the Dearborn Symphony, Michigan Philharmonic, Southwest Michigan Symphony, Jackson Symphony,…
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 2
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Dec 3, 2026

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Science on Tap Lecture Series: December

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for a happy hour followed by a lecture on a rotating scientific topic!
Date: Thursday, Dec. 3
Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Heritage Hall Campus Ballroom
625 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Gregory Jbara In Next Stop, Broadway!

From Blue Bloods and Broadway to Kalamazoo, WMU Theatre is excited to welcome Gregory Jbara to campus! This annual cabaret showcases our senior musical theatre majors performing with special guests…
Date: Thursday, Dec. 3
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Williams Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Student Composers I

A showcase of original works by WMU student composers.
Date: Thursday, Dec. 3
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US