Today@WKU Newsletter -- September 25, 2024

Today@WKU

The newsletter for the WKU community -- September 25, 2024

WKU recognizes 2024 Family of the Year

As part of Parent and Family Weekend, the family of WKU senior Emma Grace Young of Bowling Green was recognized as WKU’s 2024 Family of the Year.

Young, a fourth generation Hilltopper, is majoring in computer science and Chinese. She is also a Mahurin Honors College scholar and part of WKU's Chinese Flagship program.

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Flo Rida to present free, pregame concert

During Parent and Family Weekend, WKU Athletics announced that award-winning rapper Flo Rida will perform a free, pregame concert on Wednesday, October 30, prior to WKU's home football game vs. Kennesaw State. The one-hour concert will begin at 5 p.m. on South Lawn with kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium.

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WKU IN THE NEWS

WKU professor leads effort to preserve area's Jewish history

New Americans in Kentucky panelists discuss diverse history and future

'Ken Bragg Way': He's helped others move forward. Now a Lake Tech road is named after him

Department of Agriculture hosts annual Farmers Appreciation and Awards Day

Topper Tuesday: Nick Uhlenhopp with Red Towel Trust

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CLIMBING HIGHER

Members of the WKU Family gathered Friday evening to celebrate the success of the WKU Opportunity Fund and the achievements of WKU students. At the event, WKU President Timothy C. Caboni shared updates on the Opportunity Fund campaign results and how WKU students benefit from private support. Watch Video

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Award-winning playwright visits WKU

On Thursday night, the Potter College of Arts & Letters (PCAL) hosted Pulitzer-winning playwright, author, and Tony-winning musician, Quiara Alegría Hudes, as part of their Cultural Enhancement Series.

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Spotlight: Community Ofrenda

The Kentucky Folklife Program, in partnership with The Kentucky Museum and the Department of Society, Culture, Crime, and Justice Studies, will present the 2024 Día de los Muertos Community Ofrenda from October 2 through November 2 at the Kentucky Museum.

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Herald finalist for Multiplatform Pacemaker

WKU's College Heights Herald is a finalist for the 2024 Multiplatform Pacemaker Award from Associated Collegiate Press. The Herald also is a finalist for the Newsmagazine Pacemaker and for the Innovation Pacemaker.

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PCAL Program Highlight: Sociology

Sociology is the study of life and society, examining how various aspects of our lives shape and mold the world around us. The sociology major in the Potter College of Arts & Letters (PCAL) dives deep into these broad yet essential questions, allowing students to explore and understand the complexities of human behavior and social structures.

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Evie's journey to WKU and beyond

Growing up in a large family of six children in Frankfort, Kentucky, Evie always knew she wanted to explore the world beyond her hometown. With two of her siblings adopted from China, Evie was deeply motivated to learn about different languages and cultures from an early age. "My parents were always intentional about making sure my siblings stayed connected to their home culture," she shares. This personal connection to Chinese culture sparked Evie's passion for language learning and set her on a path to explore global education opportunities.

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ONE WKU Lunch & Learn Series Friday

The ONE WKU Lunch & Learn Series will host a presentation by Dr. Timothy Eatman from noon to 2 p.m. Friday at the Honors College & International Center Multipurpose Room.

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Photo exhibit on display through Nov. 16

The Highest Office, a photo exhibit by alumni of WKU’s School of Media and Communication's Visual Journalism and Photography program, is on display through November 16 at the Jody Richards Hall Gallery.

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Author Lauren Markham to visit WKU Friday

WKU’s School of Media & Communication will host a discussion Friday afternoon with author and journalist Lauren Markham about immigration, the upcoming election, and her latest book, A Map of Future Ruins: On Borders and Belonging. The discussion will begin at 2 p.m. in the Jody Richards Hall Auditorium.

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Theatre production opens Saturday

The WKU Department of Theatre & Dance's production of Alice by Heart will open at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center’s Russell H. Miller Theatre. Showtimes are 2 p.m. Sunday and 7:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday. Tickets are $21 for adults and $16 for students/seniors (62+).

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WKU Innovation Campus Events

Upcoming events at the WKU Innovation Campus include a Leadership Summit on Thursday and Friday and a presentation by Tom O’Connell on Friday evening.

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WKU Week in Photos

Check out the latest WKU Week in Photos for Healthy Days 2024, Opportunity Fund Celebration, PCAL Cultural Enhancement Series event, WKU Staff Senate Meet and Greet, WKU Choral Concert and more by Clinton Lewis and Carol Coronado of WKU Communications & Marketing.

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Athletics

WKU Football at Boston College on Saturday; Tyson Helton Weekly Press Conference; Where Opportunity Leads: Hear from Dallas Walker; Tops Live Football Podcast With Tyson Helton

Hilltoppers Come Back, Hold Off Toledo For 26-21 Win; Mathews, Maynard Earn CUSA Player Of The Week Awards

Warren Finishes Tied For Fifth At Purdue Fall Invitational

Cline’s Career Day Leads WKU Women’s Golf To Runner-Up Finish

WKU Volleyball Sweeps Austin Peay to Close Out Non-Conference Play; Cox, Van De Wiele Named CUSA Players of the Week; Travis Hudson Weekly Press Conference

WKU and LA Tech Tie in CUSA Soccer Opener; Davis Earns CUSA Goalkeeper of the Week Honors

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Upcoming Events

September

Friday

Brown Bag Lecture

The Department of Society, Culture, Crime and Justice Studies will host its Brown Bag Lecture with Dr. Marcus Brooks at 12:40 p.m. Friday at Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center, room 249. Learn More

October

Tuesday

Differentiation Workshop

The Center for Gifted Studies will host Differentiation Workshop 2024 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Eva and Jim Martens Alumni Center. Guest speaker is Dr. Julia Roberts. Learn More