Events calendar

Dec 6, 2025

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A Choral Christmas

WMU's choirs present two performances of their popular concert of hymns and carols in historic First Presbyterian Church located in Downtown Kalamazoo. Featuring University Chorale, Anima, Amphion,…
Date: Saturday, Dec. 6
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Location:
First Presbyterian Church
321 W South St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Lana Gordon In Next Stop, Broadway!

This annual cabaret showcases our senior musical theatre majors performing with Broadway's LANA GORDON! 
Date: Saturday, Dec. 6
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Williams Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
A choir performing on stage, accompanied by a pianist.

A Choral Christmas

WMU's choirs present two performances of their popular concert of hymns and carols in historic First Presbyterian Church located in Downtown Kalamazoo. Featuring University Chorale, Anima, Amphion,…
Date: Saturday, Dec. 6
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
First Presbyterian Church
321 W South St
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Dec 11, 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, Dec. 11
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Online via Teams

Dec 13, 2025

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Fall semester ends

Date: Saturday, Dec. 13
Time: All day
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Commencement

View information about ceremonies on commencement webpage.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 13
Time: All day
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CEHD Graduation Reception

Join faculty and staff from the College of Education and Human Development in celebrating this year's commencement. Food will be provided.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 13
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location:
1st Floor Lobby Sangren Hall
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Dec 14, 2025

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Brass for the Holidays

The Western Brass Quintet with students and colleagues present their beloved annual holiday greetings to the community.
Date: Sunday, Dec. 14
Time: 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Dec 16, 2025

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze

As the original cirque holiday theatrical event, this annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around awe-inspiring contemporary circus arts.
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 16
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Dec 24, 2025

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 24
Time: All day

Dec 25, 2025

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Thursday, Dec. 25
Time: All day

Dec 26, 2025

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Friday, Dec. 26
Time: All day

Dec 27, 2025

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 27
Time: All day

Dec 28, 2025

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Sunday, Dec. 28
Time: All day

Dec 29, 2025

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Monday, Dec. 29
Time: All day

Dec 30, 2025

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 30
Time: All day

Dec 31, 2025

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Wednesday, Dec. 31
Time: All day

Jan 1, 2026

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Thursday, Jan. 1
Time: All day

Jan 2, 2026

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Winter recess

Most University offices are closed.
Date: Friday, Jan. 2
Time: All day

Jan 12, 2026

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Spring semester classes begin at 8 a.m.

Date: Monday, Jan. 12
Time: All day