Remembering Jim Richards: 1936 - 2026

Jim Richards (’59, ’60, ’61), former Coach, Director of Athletics, and Executive Director of the WKU Alumni Association, died on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026.

Stephanie Prichard named Director of WKU Regional Campuses

WKU has selected Stephanie Prichard as Director of WKU Regional Campuses.

WKU to break ground on The Southern Gateway, the first phase of Elevate WKU

On Tuesday, October 20, at 10:00 a.m. C.T., WKU will break ground on The Southern Gateway, the first phase of its campus housing transformation, known as Elevate WKU.

Reminder: Tyler Hubbard to perform concert

Multi-platinum country music star Tyler Hubbard is coming to The Hill for a pregame concert at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, on the WKU South Lawn before WKU Football's home game against Delaware.

More: Provost's Message: Delaware Game/Concert Early Campus Modifications

2026 WKU Homecoming Grand Marshal

The WKU Alumni Association has named Alex Downing (’88), a longtime University leader, advocate and supporter, as the 2026 WKU Homecoming Grand Marshal.

WKU team receives education award

A team of WKU faculty and staff recently won an award from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation for their strong education preparation programs.

Five honored with CITL Teaching Honors

The CITL Teaching Honors recognize faculty who challenge, encourage and support students across the university.

WKU Mesonet app receives a makeover

For the first time in nearly four years, the Kentucky Mesonet app has been updated with a new look to go with new products. The app, which debuted in 2018 for both iOS and Android devices, provides users with real-time, local weather conditions for nearly 90 sites.

Film Screening: Minnie Evans: Draw or Die

Join PCAL on Wednesday, October 21, at 6:30 p.m. at The Capitol downtown for the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers Series with a showing of Minnie Evans - Draw or Die. Following the film screening, a Q&A with the filmmakers will be offered.

Nightmare on Physics Avenue returns

WKU Department of Physics & Astronomy will host Nightmare on Physics Avenue on Tuesday, October 27, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Kelly Thompson Hall.

WKU Forensics begins with strong start

WKU Forensics’ college policy debate program started the NDT/CEDA season reaching new heights, with elimination round appearances at both of the major tournament season openers.

Four honored with Faculty Spotlight Honors

CITL recently named the 2025-2026 Faculty Spotlight Honor recipients.

Jonesville documentary brings home Emmy

The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences recently awarded the Emmy for Historical Documentary to a group of WKU-based folklorists, Community Scholars and media professionals for their production of the film Jonesville: When Sunflowers Fall.

Baird Vice Chair brings message of trust

Gordon Ford College of Business welcomed John Taft, Vice Chair of Baird and a member of the firm's Executive Committee, as the featured speaker for the Experiencing Business Speaker Series.

57th Annual Student Scholar Showcase

The Student Scholar Showcase abstract portal is now open for the 57th Annual Student Scholar Showcase, which takes place on Saturday, March 6, 2027, at Downing Student Union. Abstracts are due by February 5.

Open Enrollment for 2027

Here's a reminder for benefits-eligible WKU employees:



Open Enrollment for 2027 benefits will run through October 23. All benefits-eligible employees must complete online enrollment every year — even if you don’t wish to make any changes, opt out of medical coverage or you’re a new hire and recently completed enrollment for 2026 benefits.