The newsletter for the WKU community
February 8, 2024
WKU Online bachelor's programs ranked among top in Kentucky, nation
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Western Kentucky University among the top 100 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in the nation – and No. 2 in Kentucky. 

The 2024 rankings were determined based on each program’s engagement, services and technology, faculty credentials and training, and expert opinion. According to the report, “U.S. News chose factors that weigh how these programs are being delivered and their effectiveness at awarding affordable degrees in a reasonable amount of time.”

Dr. Robert Fischer, Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs, remarked that, “This ranking speaks directly to the quality of our courses and the expertise of our faculty. It reflects our commitment to providing an educational experience that is not only accessible but also enriching and comprehensive.”
CLIMBING HIGHER
The website for the College Heights Herald, WKUHerald.com, is a finalist for the 2024 Online Pacemaker from Associated Collegiate Press. Learn More
NIOSH grant seeks to address farmer mental health
Dr. Kim Link, Co-director of the WKU Institute for Rural Health and a faculty member of the WKU School of Nursing and Allied Health, is working on a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) funded grant for a project titled Building Bridges to Farmer Mental Health.
Spotlight: Kids' Science Night
The Gatton Academy will host Kids’ Science Night featuring Emily Calandrelli and the Kentucky Science Center at 6 p.m. Tuesday (February 13) at Van Meter Hall. Doors open at 5 p.m. with activities in the lobby. Fewer than 50 tickets remain.
Hearts On The Hill
The WKU Alumni Association is sharing WKU love stories in Hearts On The Hill:
Spring 2024 WKU Global Learning Fair Wednesday
WKU Global Learning & International Affairs will host the spring 2024 Global Learning Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday (February 14) in the Honors College & International Center Multipurpose room. Meet study abroad program providers, plan your global experience, learn about scholarship opportunities, and more. Last year, WKU students received $675,000 in scholarships.
11th annual IdeaFestival Bowling Green February 15
The Center for Gifted Studies at WKU will welcome more than 850 middle and high school students to campus from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday (February 15) for the 11th annual IdeaFestival® Bowling Green.
Campus Traffic Advisory
Here's an update from WKU Parking & Transportation: There will be increased bus congestion on College Heights Boulevard near Van Meter Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday as school buses drop off and pick up passengers for a school day performance of Finding Nemo at Van Meter Hall.
WKU Night at the Preds
Show your WKU Spirit at WKU Night at the Preds on February 29 as the Nashville Predators take on the Minnesota Wild at 7 p.m. at Bridgestone Arena. A WKU pregame reception will be held from 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame.
Lost River Sessions Live
The Lost River Sessions Live series will feature Zachary Lucky with opening act Tramp at 7 p.m. Thursday (February 15) at The Capitol, 416 E. Main St. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15; students free with ID.
Athletics
February
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Thursday
Documentary Screening

The Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers Series, co-sponsored by the PCAL Cultural Enhancement Series, will present Butterfly in the Sky: The Story of Reading Rainbow at 6:30 tonight at The Capitol in downtown Bowling Green. Learn More
February
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Thursday
The Dance Project

The WKU Dance Program will present The Dance Project 2024 at 7:30 tonight, Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Gordon Wilson Hall Lab Theatre. Tickets are $7. Learn More
February
9
Friday
Lone Star Rodeo

The 42nd Annual Lone Star Rodeo will begin at 8 p.m. Friday at the L.D. Brown Agricultural Exposition Center and will continue at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Learn More
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