The newsletter for the WKU community
August 26, 2019
First day of the fall semester
Welcome back, WKU! Here are some photos from this morning's first day of the fall 2019 semester. (WKU photos by Bryan Lemon)
CLIMBING HIGHER
Dr. Sophia Rose Arjana , assistant professor of Religious Studies in the Department of Philosophy and Religion , has received a grant from the Center for Islam in the Contemporary World at Shenandoah University to continue her research on the practice of Islam in Indonesia. She will use the grant to support her book project The Mosque with the Thatched Roof: Embodiment, Material Religion, and Gender in Indonesia. Learn More
Several departments, programs in new locations on campus
As the fall semester begins, several departments and programs have new homes on the WKU campus, including the following:
 
  • Psychological Sciences: Kelly Thompson Hall, room 1039
  • SkyTeach: Kelly Thompson Hall, room 1011
  • Chemistry: Kelly Thompson Hall, room 4016
  • Biology: Kelly Thompson Hall, room 3007
  • Physics & Astronomy: Kelly Thompson Hall, room 2009
  • Professional Studies: Gary Ransdell Hall, room 2011
  • Military Student Services: Gary Ransdell Hall, room 2065
  • Paralegal Services: Grise Hall, room 301
  • Anthropology/Folk Studies (storage/labs): Cherry Hall, rooms 21-36
  • ESLI offices: Mahurin Honors College/International Center, room 3047
  • Advertising/Public Relations: Ivan Wilson Fine Arts Center, room 130
  • ITS Operations (AV/Communications/Offices): Jody Richards Hall (within ITS division)
WKU to host international cave and karst meeting in May 2020
WKU, the George Wright Society and the Mammoth Cave Area Biosphere Reserve invite you to attend  Conservation of Fragile Karst Resources: A Workshop on Sustainability and Community   to be held May 18-22, 2020, at Downing Student Union. The purpose of this meeting is to enhance communication and the sharing of ideas and resources between major international conservation and science programs that protect, study, or manage cave and karst resources and brings together a diverse group of international scientists, educators, resource managers, and community partners. 
 
Activities will include keynote addresses from prominent karst scientists, workshops, technical paper, poster and flash-talk sessions, mid-week field excursions to Mammoth Cave Area Biosphere Reserve, the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the International Association of Hydrogeologists Karst Commission, in addition to evening banquets, local music and tours at Hidden River Cave and Lost River Cave.  Register online . Discount student and early bird registration rates are available through January 31. Abstract submission deadline: November 30.

Sponsors needed for Mammoth Cave exhibit: In 2020, the Kentucky Museum will open Gazing Deeply: The Art and Science of Mammoth Cave , an exhibition that showcases how WKU’s backyard—the unique landscape of Mammoth Cave—is being studied, interpreted, and inspiring action on environmental change. The exhibition will coincide with the cave and karst workshop and the 50 th anniversary of Earth Day. Learn More
Public Relations major earns renewal of certification
WKU’s Public Relations major in the Department of Communication has earned renewal of its international Certification in Education for Public Relations (CEPR) by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The award will be presented in October at the 2019 PRSA International Conference in San Diego.
Fall 2019 regular hours for WKU Restaurant Group
In case you missed it, check out the fall 2019 hours for campus locations from the WKU Restaurant Group . ( More: Faculty & Staff meal plans )
Spotlight: Out of the Box
In honor of its 80th anniversary, the Kentucky Museum presents Out of the Box , an exhibition that showcases how historical artifacts, photos and records tell multiple stories. Artifacts include selections from Mammoth Cave, entrepreneur Carrie Burnam Taylor, local doctors and nurses, music and musical instruments, and religious traditions of South Central Kentucky.
WKU construction webcams
Check out webcam images from exterior work on The WKU Commons at Helm Library and the First Year Village.
August
26
Monday
Fall Semester Begins

Classes for the fall 2019 semester begin today.
August
26
Monday
Graduate School Open House

The Graduate School is hosting an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wetherby Administration Building, room 207. More Info
August
28
Wednesday
Welcome Back WKU

Welcome Back WKU will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the WKU South Lawn. More Info
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