Events calendar

Oct 30, 2026

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WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Friday, Oct. 30
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Oct 31, 2026

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WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Saturday, Oct. 31
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 1, 2026

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WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Sunday, Nov. 1
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 2, 2026

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Starting Gate Info Session: Launching of Student-Made Store

Join us for an info session and have questions answered by the director of Starting Gate! Starting Gate is a year-long student business accelerator program that gives students rich and valuable…
Date: Monday, Nov. 2
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
2150 Schneider Hall (Dean's Conference Room)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 3, 2026

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Zhang Career Center: Internship Prep for Accounting Students

Standard deduction? No way—stand out this winter in your internship! This event will prepare you for your internship by detailing how you can stand out as an accountancy intern and build your career…
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 3
Time: 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Location:
1340 Schneider Hall
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 4, 2026

Understanding China: A WMU Asian Initiatives Lecture Series

As part of the "Understanding China" series, join us for a four-part workshop on Mahjong! Discover the rich history and social art of Mahjong, then roll up your sleeves to master the tiles in this…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4
Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location:
Room 1320 Sangren Hall, Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Communication Center Workshop: Salary Negotiation Strategies

Do you want to learn how to determine your worth in the workplace before accepting a job? This workshop will help you develop strategies for negotiating for more than your salary. It will teach you…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4
Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location:
3445 Schneider Hall (Communication Center)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Sanford Center Workshop: Investing Basics for Beginners

Investing does not require wealth or advanced financial knowledge to get started. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces students to the fundamentals of investing, including stocks, bonds, ETFs,…
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 4
Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
3455 Schneider Hall (Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 5, 2026

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Sanford Center Workshop: Investing Basics for Beginners

Investing does not require wealth or advanced financial knowledge to get started. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces students to the fundamentals of investing, including stocks, bonds, ETFs,…
Date: Thursday, Nov. 5
Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Location:
3455 Schneider Hall (Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness)
2200 Business Court
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Amy Burns Retirement Party: Celebrating 46 Years of Service

Join the College of Education and Human Development in celebrating Amy Burns as she retires after an incredible 46 years of service!
Date: Thursday, Nov. 5
Time: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location:
Fireplace Lounge WMU Student Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Science on Tap Lecture Series: November

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for a happy hour followed by a lecture on a rotating scientific topic!
Date: Thursday, Nov. 5
Time: 5 to 7 p.m.
Location:
Burdick's Bar & Grill
100 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 6, 2026

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Opera: The Magic Flute

Presented by Western Michigan University's Opera Workshop. Emanuel-Cristian Caraman, Director.
Date: Friday, Nov. 6
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Friday, Nov. 6
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 7, 2026

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Zoo City Smash! Pickleball Tournament

This is an indoor event at the brand new Latitude 42 Pickleball Complex at West Hills Athletic Club. We have 13 indoor tournament-sized courts with permanent nets. All ages and all skills levels…
Date: Saturday, Nov. 7
Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
South 11th St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5448 US
A female opera singer in an ornate blue dress, performing on stage.

Opera: The Magic Flute

Presented by Western Michigan University's Opera Workshop. Emanuel-Cristian Caraman, Director.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 7
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Saturday, Nov. 7
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Nov 8, 2026

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International Education Week

Join us as we celebrate global diversity and explore cross-cultural connections November 8–15. 
Date: Sunday, Nov. 8 - Sunday
Time: Nov. 15
Location:
Western Michigan University
1903 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Zoo City Smash Pickleball logo that has the circles of the pickleball flying out as it was smashing out.

Zoo City Smash! Pickleball Tournament

This is an indoor event at the brand new Latitude 42 Pickleball Complex at West Hills Athletic Club. We have 13 indoor tournament-sized courts with permanent nets. All ages and all skills levels…
Date: Sunday, Nov. 8
Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location:
West HIlls Athletic Club
South 11th St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5448 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Kinky Boots

Charlie Price inherits a struggling shoe factory he never wanted. Lola has spent her life refusing to become the person the world expects her to be. Somehow, they end up building a dream together…
Date: Sunday, Nov. 8
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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University Symphony Orchestra

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, Nov. 8
Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US