Events calendar

Oct 5, 2025

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University Symphony Orchestra with Zekai Chen, Violin Soloist

Under conductor Bruce Uchimura, the University Symphony performs orchestral masterworks, features internationally recognized and WMU faculty soloists, and collaborates with the WMU Grand Chorus and…
Date: Sunday, Oct. 5
Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 6, 2025

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WMU Sales, Marketing and Food Marketing Career Fair Fall 2025

Sales, Marketing, and Food Marketing Career Night Fall 2025Hosted by the Zhang Career CenterJoin us on Monday, October 6, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Fetzer Center for an…
Date: Monday, Oct. 6
Time: 4 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Fetzer Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Guest Artist Recital: Ilan Morgenstern, Bass Trombone

Hailed by the International Trombone Association Journal for his “rhythmically driving, technically flawless, and unfailingly dynamic and exciting" playing, Bass Trombonist Ilan Morgenstern is a…
Date: Monday, Oct. 6
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 7, 2025

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Networking like a Bronco

Networking event specifically designed to connect employers WMU's diverse and driven student body in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere, distinct from traditional career fairs. Open to all students.
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 7
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Location:
Read Field House
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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University Jazz Lab Band

The University Jazz Lab Band is dedicated to the well-prepared performance of big band charts where careful attention is given to style and detail. Literature includes both traditional and…
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 7
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 8, 2025

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Supply Chain Career Night

Supply Chain Career Night Fall 2025Hosted by the Zhang Career CenterJoin us on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Fetzer Center for an exciting opportunity…
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 8
Time: 4 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Fetzer Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Student Recital: Best of MAT

A showcase of works by students from WMU's Multimedia Arts Technology department.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 8
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 9, 2025

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PSAW Executive Board Meeting

The Professional Staff Association of Western (PSAW) Executive Board will meet to discuss important updates, ongoing projects and future plans. This meeting is for PSAW Executive Board members only…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Online via Teams
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Business Career Day

Business Career Day 2025Hosted by the Zhang Career Center Join us on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fetzer Center for an exciting opportunity…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location:
Fetzer Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Managing Your Data in Spreadsheets

Successfully managing your data is the foundation of any project. The purpose of this workshop is to help guide you through more effective data-wrangling strategies. In it, you will use Excel to…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 4 to 5 p.m.
Location:
In person at Waldo Library and online
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University Jazz Orchestra

This 18-member ensemble has received international acclaim for its high performance standards and creative approach to big band jazz. Recognitions include three-time winners in the college big band…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Thursday, Oct. 9
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 10, 2025

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Alumni Achievement Awards

The College of Arts and Sciences proudly celebrates its outstanding alumni annually at the Alumni Achievement Awards Ceremony. Alumni are nominated and selected based upon their exemplary…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location:
Student Center Ballroom
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Fall Noon Dance Showing

A midday, in-studio performance of new works created and performed by WMU Dance students. This informal, fun showing of creativity and spirit provides a chance for students to celebrate dance and…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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CEHD Golden Apple and Keystone Dinner

Join the College of Education and Human Development in celebrating outstanding alumni at the 27th Annual CEHD Alumni Awards. Dinner will be provided.
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Ballroom Student Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Colorful graphic of two people having coffe at a table with the title UTOPIA behind them.

WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Friday, Oct. 10
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 11, 2025

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A Trumpet Summit in Honor of Roy Hargrove: Finale Concert

The Irving S. Gilmore School of Music's Jazz Studies Department and Rev. Millard Southern III will present the Trumpet…
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Colorful graphic of two people having coffe at a table with the title UTOPIA behind them.

WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Saturday, Oct. 11
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 12, 2025

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University Bands

A showcase of WMU bands, including the University Wind Symphony, University Symphonic Band, and the University Concert Band. Scott Boerma, Trey Harris, and Mary Land, Conductors.
Date: Sunday, Oct. 12
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Colorful graphic of two people having coffe at a table with the title UTOPIA behind them.

WMU Theatre Presents Utopia

What if you could step into a world where people simply lived together — enjoying coffee, ice cream, love, and laughter — without the barriers that so often divide us? That’s the quiet beauty of…
Date: Sunday, Oct. 12
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US