Events calendar

Jun 17, 2026

Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025-26

Join Registered Dietitian Gretchen Kauth for a review of the new Dietary Guidelines.
Date: Wednesday, Jun 17
Time: 12:05 to 12:55 p.m.
Location:
Sindecuse Health Center, Room 3131
Students studying

Conversation Circle

Help international students make connections and practice conversational English.
Date: Wednesday, Jun 17
Time: 2 to 3 p.m.
Location:
Shibam Coffee
2632 W Michigan Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49006 US

From K-12 to the Academy

Explore transitioning from K-12 teaching to academia by leveraging practitioner experience, bridging theory and practice, and understanding the cultural shifts between K-12 and higher education as…
Date: Wednesday, Jun 17
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Jun 18, 2026

K12 Educational Leadership Information Session

Join us virtually to learn more about the K-12 Educational Leadership Master's, Specialist, and Doctoral Programs at Western Michigan University. Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Thursday, Jun 18
Time: 9 to 9:30 a.m.
Students learning at an OPT workshop

Optional Practical Training Workshops for International Students

Students with F-1 visas can learn how to apply for U.S. temporary employment authorization to gain field-related work experience.
Date: Thursday, Jun 18
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
International Student & Scholar Services 3110 Faunce Student Services
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Counseling Psychology Master's and Certificate Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts and certificate programs in Counseling Psychology! Please register to receive your webex link.
Date: Thursday, Jun 18
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.

Jun 19, 2026

Freedom Day, Juneteenth, is June 19, 2026

Juneteenth performance

WMU’s Black Faculty & Staff Council will host a special performance by Rootead Enrichment Center honoring Juneteenth. Sponsored by the Office of Education and Training and the King-Chávez…
Date: Friday, Jun 19
Time: 2:30 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Multicultural Center Trimpe Building
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Jun 20, 2026

2nd Annual Dr. Ben Wilson Memorial Golf Tournament

Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson was a long-time faculty and supporter of black students, faculty, and staff.Date: June 20th, 2026Time: 8 am Registration, 9 am Tee TimeLocation: Crestview Golf Club Kalamazoo…
Date: Saturday, Jun 20
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Crestview Golf Club Kalamazoo
900 D Ave. W.
Kalamazoo, MI 49009 US

Jun 22, 2026

Two kids with raquets chasing after a tennis ball

West Hills Weekly Tennis Summer Camps now through Aug. 24

West Hills Summer Tennis Camp delivers action-packed mornings for kids ages 6–11, running June 8–Aug. 22. Summer camps meet Monday–Thursday from 9 a.m.–noon for $192 per week. Each day includes a…
Date: Monday, Jun 22
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Logo for Junior Pickleball Summer Camp featuring pickleball paddles and a ball arranged like a flower, set above a net.

West Hills Junior Pickleball Summer Camp, June through August

West Hills Summer Pickleball Camp offers energetic half-day summer camps for kids ages seven through high school seniors. Running June 8–Aug. 27, camps meet Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–noon for $144 per…
Date: Monday, Jun 22
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Master of Arts in Counselor Education Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the Master of Arts in Counselor Education! This program includes pathways in Clinical Mental Health, Marriage/Couple/Family, and School…
Date: Monday, Jun 22
Time: 5 to 6 p.m.

PhD in Counselor Education Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the PhD in Counselor Education program at Western Michigan University. The program includes courses and experiential learning in supervision,…
Date: Monday, Jun 22
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.

Jun 23, 2026

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HYROX Fast and Functional 6-wks Small Group Training

Next Session: June 23–July 30—HYROX Fast and Functional is a hybrid training class designed to build speed, strength, and work capacity through efficient, race-style workouts.
Date: Tuesday, Jun 23
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 a.m.
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
A lady runner in the position to start a race on a very with lighting just revealing her outline on a black background

HYROX Fast and Functional 6-wks Small Group Training

Next Session: June 23–July 30—HYROX Fast and Functional is a hybrid training class designed to build speed, strength, and work capacity through efficient, race-style workouts.
Date: Tuesday, Jun 23
Time: 9 to 10 a.m.
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
2001 South 11th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Jun 24, 2026

Students learning at an OPT workshop

Optional Practical Training Workshops for International Students

Students with F-1 visas can learn how to apply for U.S. temporary employment authorization to gain field-related work experience.
Date: Wednesday, Jun 24
Time: 10 to 11 a.m.
Location:
International Student & Scholar Services 3110 Faunce Student Services
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Students studying

Conversation Circle

Help international students make connections and practice conversational English.
Date: Wednesday, Jun 24
Time: 2 to 3 p.m.
Location:
Shibam Coffee
2632 W Michigan Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49006 US

Birthday Celebration for International Students and Scholars

A special celebration for international students and scholars who have a birthday this month.
Date: Wednesday, Jun 24
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
International Student & Scholar Services 3110 Faunce Student Services
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Jun 27, 2026

Commencement

View information about ceremonies on commencement webpage.
Date: Saturday, Jun 27
Time: All day

Celebrate June Commencement and Meet the Dean

We invite June graduates to join us on Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., we invite you to join us in the lobby of Dunbar Hall for a special celebration. This is your opportunity to meet…
Date: Saturday, Jun 27
Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Lobby Dunbar Hall
1190 Arcadia Loop, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008 US
A bright yellow pickleball coming over the net with a silhouette of a detective standing over a caulk outline of a body.

Murder at West Hills: A Pickleball Murder Mystery

Join us on Saturday, June 27, from 5–8 p.m. for pickleball and a murder mystery—an unforgettable evening of pickleball, intrigue, and interactive crime-solving as we uncover who murdered West Hill…
Date: Saturday, Jun 27
Time: 5 to 8 p.m.