Annual Events

Presidential Scholars

This annual event honors Western Michigan University's outstanding undergraduate students. The Presidential Scholars are chosen by the faculty on the basis of academic and/or artistic excellence in their major programs, as well as their overall promise of success.

Department Scholar Selection Form

Presidential Scholar Awardee Information Form

2026 Presidential Scholars - March 20 - WMU Student Center-Ballroom A/B - 4 to 6 pm

The forty-sixth annual Presidential Scholars Convocation will feature administrative and student speakers prior to the presentation of the undergraduate student scholars.

2025 Presidential Scholars - March 14 - WMU Student Center-Ballroom A/B - 4 to 6 pm

2025 Presidential Scholars Program

2024 Presidential Scholars - March 15 - Heritage hall ballroom and lobby - 4 to 6 pm

2024 Presidential Scholars Program