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Welcome to Western Kentucky University, where the Spirit Makes the Master!
Bowling Green, KY
Joined April 2011
Official WKU response to the COVID-19 health crisis to be released at 2:00 p.m. CDT today. Refer to the university website and official WKU social media accounts for updates. Students, faculty, and staff should check email this afternoon for additional information.
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Emergency crews are assessing significant storm damage in the Bowling Green area. WKU is in contact with all residential staff, and no injuries are reported on campus at this time.
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Hilltopper fans are in for a big treat Friday when Shaquille O'Neal, also known as DJ Diesel, performs a pre-game concert on WKU's South Lawn. Amy Bingham has a preview in this week's View from the Hill. #WKU #GoTops #Gameday @WKUSports @WKUFootball @WKUAlumni @WKU_SA
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Kentucky’s largest marching band will take to the field in new uniforms this year! Preview them here and then see them for yourself Thursday night when @WKUFootball takes on Central Arkansas at 6:30 at Houchens Industries – L.T. Smith Stadium. @wkubrmb
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As the sun sets on the Hill tonight, we embrace the spirit of WKU. It calls us to accept challenges, take care of each other, and ultimately grow stronger together. No matter where we are, we are Hilltoppers. (1/4)
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WKU is unlike any other place - even when we're not all in one place. As we complete this first week of alternate instruction, we celebrate the Hilltopper Spirit that calls us to come together and overcome challenges. #WKU #HilltopperFamily #TogetherWeClimb
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Beginning in fall 2021, full-time, first-time freshmen from Kentucky who receive Pell Grant assistance and have at least a 3.00 high school GPA will be eligible to attend WKU tuition free. Learn more about the Hilltopper Guarantee at #WKU #ClimbWithUs
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WKU will join Kentuckians across the state in ringing bells each morning at 10am to show solidarity. The Guthrie Bell Tower will begin its usual chime to the tune of God Bless America at 9am Central / 10am Eastern. #WKU #TogetherKY #TeamKentucky #HealthyAtHome
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4:05am Update: WKU will not hold commencement ceremonies today (December 11). WKU remains without power. No injuries are reported on campus, but there is significant tornado damage in the area.
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Congrats to WKU's 2018 Homecoming queen Makaylie Botts of Glasgow, daughter of Jimmy & Cathy Botts. She is a Public Relations major & Communication Studies minor, sponsored by Alpha Omicron Pi and Sigma Phi Epsilon. She was escorted by Pate Shipley. #wkuhc18 #wku #wkuhomecoming
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It is imperative, now more than ever, that we join together in ensuring all members of the WKU Family not only feel welcomed and safe, but experience our campuses as inclusive environments in which to live, learn and grow. Read more at
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The Big Red Marching Band is getting a new look! After more than 110% growth over the past decade, the largest marching band in Kentucky will take to the field in new uniforms this fall at WKU. #MarchWithUs #ClimbWithUs
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WKU alumnus Juan Dozier (’19, ’20) recently made a gift to WKU to establish the Juan H. D. Dozier II Scholarship in honor of the Black Lives Matter movement. Read more at #WKU #WKUAlumni #ClimbWithUs .@WKUAlumni.@wkuphilanthropy
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This Friday, South Lawn turns into Shaq Lawn! ..Make your way to WKU because @djdiesel will have the crowd jumping starting at 5pm. ..After the concert, get ready to cheer on the Tops as @WKUFootball takes on UAB! 🏈 ..#WKU #Gameday @WKUSports @WKUAlumni @WKU_SA
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Coming Soon: The WKU Commons at Helm Library. A social and intellectual hub bringing together the entire WKU community in the heart of campus. More information at #ClimbWithUs #WKUCommons #WKU.Design by @GenslerChicago.
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'There's No Place Like Home' theme for WKU Homecoming 2017. @WKUAlumni Read more on WKU News at
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Congratulations to Dr. Martha Sales, who was named Dean of Students today! 🔴⚪️. A four-time alumna of WKU, she has spent 24 years at WKU in a variety of campus roles serving students and served as the Interim Dean of Students since last summer. #WKU #JourneyToTheTop
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Welcome, Class of 2022! @WKUMASTERPlan attendees gathered last night for the official class photo. #WKU #WKU2022 #CimbWithUs
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Congratulations to WKU’s 2017 Homecoming Queen Katherine Crider of Dawson Springs. #wku #wkuhc17 #noplacelikewku
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Gorgeous photo of our snowy Bowling Green campus from Instagram user @isaywoah. #wkusnowday
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Mike Sanford named 20th head football coach at WKU. Read more on WKU News at…
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College Heights, on hilltop fair,.With beauty all thine own,.Lovely jewel far more rare.Than graces any throne!
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Together, we stand up to help our #WKUFamily and our community in this time of great need. Hilltoppers, thank you for leading, serving, and helping Bowling Green heal. #WKUFamily #BGStrong
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A message from Skipper, Bob to the students of Western Kentucky University http://t.co/hOssIkf0J8.
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Big Red showed off some killer moves tonight at Topper U. @WKUMASTERPlan #WKU #WKU2022 #InMyFeelingsChallenge
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WKU has activated contingency plans to mitigate the effects of COVID-19. Please refer to for the most up-to-date information.
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Welcome to the Hill, #WKU2024. As you finish M.A.S.T.E.R. Plan and prepare to begin classes next week, we are excited for you to start your WKU journey. Thanks to the creative team in @wkuhrl, your class photo brings together your individual photos (1/2). #WKU @WKUMASTERPlan
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Something about the Topper Walk that really brings out the Hilltopper spirit!! Let’s get ready for some @WKUFootball.
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Congratulations to Coach Travis Hudson, the 2021 recipient of the Spirit of WKU Award! . #WKU #WKUConvocation .@WKUVolleyball @WKUSports @TravisHudsonWKU
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For the first time in the history of @WKUFootball, a female is in charge of the athletic training staff, overseeing the overall health and wellness of the team. WKU’s Amy Bingham talks to Jessica Judd in this week’s View from the Hill at
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What weighs 350 pounds and took more than 500 hours to build? The answer is a lifesize replica of Big Red made entirely of Legos. WKU’s Amy Bingham talks to the people behind this labor of love in this week's View from the Hill at
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Hilltoppers, let's support @CheerWKU as they travel to UCA College Nationals in Orlando, FL this weekend!. The team is competing in multiple categories & defending their national championship title in the D1A All-Girl Division. #GoTops! 📣. #WKU #ChampionsClimbHere @WKUSports
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Say cheese, #WKU2026! 🧀📸 We’re so excited that you’re finally here! . #WKU #HilltopperBeginnings #HomeToTheHill @WKUMASTERPlan
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We are saddened to learn of the passing of former WKU First Lady Harriet Downing. Mrs. Downing served as First Lady from 1969 to 1979 during her husband Dero’s term as WKU’s 4th President. The entire WKU community extends its deepest sympathies to the Downing family. @WKUAlumni
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Delvagus Jackson was told he "wasn't college material." He proved the world wrong and graduated twice from #WKU. In fact, he has spent his career in education inspiring and mentoring students. Thanks to @WKUAlumni for this incredible story! Read more at
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Today is National Squirrel Appreciation Day! Share your #WKUWhiteSquirrel pics with us today @wku
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Today, we join our students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends in celebrating Juneteenth. (1/3)
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Congratulations to the WKU Big Red Marching Band, which has received an invitation to perform in the 2025 London New Year’s Day Parade (@Lnydp)!. Read more at #WKU News: 📷 Tess Hillman Photography . #HilltopToTheWorld #BigRedMarchingBand @WKUMusicDept
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Just in time for #MardiGras, @caboni shares his favorite #Cajun recipe with the help of some #WKU Hospitality and Dietetics students! ⚜️🎭🎉 #CookingwithCaboni
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Four former @WKUBasketball student-athletes have united to honor their alma mater and provide opportunities for underrepresented groups at WKU. Read more at #WKU #WKUAlumni.@AdamHoward14 @A_Winchester10 .@dallasmavs @omv2033 .@WKUAlumni @WKUSports
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Calling on all Hilltoppers to do your part to protect all members of the WKU family and keep us #HealthyOnTheHill. #WKU #TopsCovered .#TogetherWKU #TeamKentucky
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Hilltoppers, now is the time to remind the world that Big Red really is above the rest! Vote now in the SiriusXM Mascot Bracket Championship and help @WKUBigRed win!
SiriusXM Mascot Bracket Championship. #16 @WKUSports vs #16 @BYUCougars . @WKUBigRed #GoTops @byu_cosmo #GoCougs.
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Med Center Health, WKU expand affiliation with new sports medicine complex on campus. Read…
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"I’m glad students have embraced the true spirit of Skipper, Bob." Bob Skipper, Director-Media Relations #PeopleofWKU
http://t.co/z6qMOPsXeo.
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