Events calendar
May 2, 2026
Date:
Saturday, May 2
Time:
All day
Commencement
View information about ceremonies on commencement webpage.
Date:
Saturday, May 2
Time:
All day
Asian Forum at Western Michigan University
Asian Forum brings together academics, artists, scholars and international education professionals from around the world. This year's theme is "East Asian Perspectives on Aging and the Seasons of…
Date:
Saturday, May 2
Time:
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location:
1710 Sangren Hall
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Celebrate May College of Arts and Sciences Commencement
Immediately before commencement on Saturday, May 2, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., we invite you to join us in the lobby of Dunbar Hall for a special celebration. This is your opportunity to meet Dean…
Date:
Saturday, May 2
Time:
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Location:
Dunbar Hall, Lobby
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
May 3, 2026
Asian Forum at Western Michigan University
Asian Forum brings together academics, artists, scholars and international education professionals from around the world. This year's theme is "East Asian Perspectives on Aging and the Seasons of…
Date:
Sunday, May 3
Time:
9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location:
1710 Sangren Hall
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
May 5, 2026
Kodomo No Hi
Join the Soga Japan Center for a Japanese Golden Week Children's Day Celebration. Learn about the Japanese celebration, food, origami, Japanese language and more.
Date:
Tuesday, May 5
Time:
6 to 7 p.m.
May 6, 2026
Study Abroad Virtual Information Session
Discuss frequently asked questions and learn how to find study abroad programs that meet your academic needs.
Date:
Wednesday, May 6
Time:
4 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Virtual with WMU Study Abroad
May 7, 2026
Science on Tap Series
Head to the Old Dog Tavern to learn about cutting-edge and understandable research from expert scholars while enjoying drinks and eats for 25% off at your brewery.
Date:
Thursday, May 7
Time:
6 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Old Dog Tavern
402 E Kalamazoo Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
K12 Educational Leadership Information Session 5/7
Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about the K-12 Educational Leadership Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Programs at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive…
Date:
Thursday, May 7
Time:
6 to 6:30 p.m.
May 8, 2026
ALSAME Youth Conference
Western Michigan University selected to host 2026 ALSAME Conference!Western Michigan University has been selected to host the 2026 ALSAME Youth Conference, an event that will bring hundreds of high…
Date:
Friday, May 8
Time:
8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location:
WMU Student Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Spring Into Summer - Cooking Demonstration
Join Registered Dietitian, Gretchen Kauth, and her awesome dietetic students, for a cooking demonstration and taste-testing workshop highlighting spring and summer-inspired recipes.
Date:
Friday, May 8
Time:
12:05 to 12:55 p.m.
Location:
3302
Kohrman
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
BEETLEJUICE
Broadway’s “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!”, Variety, musical comedy is scheduled to haunt Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo, MI, May 8-10, 2026!
Date:
Friday, May 8
Time:
7:30 to 10 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US May 9, 2026
BEETLEJUICE
Broadway’s “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!”, Variety, musical comedy is scheduled to haunt Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo, MI, May 8-10, 2026!
Date:
Saturday, May 9
Time:
2 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
BEETLEJUICE
Broadway’s “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!”, Variety, musical comedy is scheduled to haunt Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo, MI, May 8-10, 2026!
Date:
Saturday, May 9
Time:
7:30 to 10 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US May 10, 2026
BEETLEJUICE
Broadway’s “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!”, Variety, musical comedy is scheduled to haunt Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo, MI, May 8-10, 2026!
Date:
Sunday, May 10
Time:
1 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
BEETLEJUICE
Broadway’s “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!”, Variety, musical comedy is scheduled to haunt Miller Auditorium in Kalamazoo, MI, May 8-10, 2026!
Date:
Sunday, May 10
Time:
6:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US May 11, 2026
Date:
Monday, May 11
Time:
All day
Evaluation Planning Retreat
The Evaluation Center is facilitating a five-day, hands-on evaluation planning retreat, May 11-15, 2026, for teams from educational, public sector, and nonprofit organizations. Participants will…
Date:
Monday, May 11
Time:
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location:
The Fetzer Center
2251 Business Ct
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US May 12, 2026
Evaluation Planning Retreat
The Evaluation Center is facilitating a five-day, hands-on evaluation planning retreat, May 11-15, 2026, for teams from educational, public sector, and nonprofit organizations. Participants will…
Date:
Tuesday, May 12
Time:
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location:
The Fetzer Center
2251 Business Ct
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US 
24th Annual Poker Walk
Poker Walk is a fun-filled event designed to celebrate National Employee Health & Fitness Day! Participants will be given a scorecard, which includes a course map, and directions on how to build…
Date:
Tuesday, May 12
Time:
10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location:
Student Recreation Center (outside by the tennis courts)