Western Kentucky University Parent Guide

Dates & Events

• WKU To 'Roll Out The Red' For Homecoming 2009

  Western Kentucky University will "Roll Out the Red" to welcome alumni and friends for Homecoming 2009 festivities Nov. 2-8. "There's no better time than Homecoming to return to WKU," said Ginny Hensley, director of Alumni Programming for the WKU Alumni Association. "Regardless of when you spent your time on campus or where you call home today, Homecoming has something special for every member of the WKU family." Homecoming week activities include reunions, pep rallies, concert, award presentations, parade and a WKU football game. "The Homecoming theme ‘Roll Out the Red' is fun, but it also symbolizes excellence, which is what WKU strives for in all aspect of campus life," Hensley said. Read More

• WKU Honors Family Of The Year during Parent and Family Weekend

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Academics

• Helping your Student get the Spring Semester off to the Right Start

  The holidays are over and it’s time for your student to head back to school. How can you, as a parent, help her get the new semester off on the right track? Take the time to help her get organized now, and when things get hectic later on, she’ll be prepared. Read More

• Welcome to WKU!

• Academic Advising and The Learning Center

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Career Planning

• Career Services Center

  Located in the Downing University Center, the Career Services Center is the place to go. Read More

• WKU, Smart Robots Partner For Unique Student Opportunity

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Health & Safety

• Campus Changes

  New and returning students will find a number of changes to the Bowling Green campus, from the opening of a new academic building to renovated dining facilities and residence halls. Read More

• WKU Health Services

• WKU Police

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Managing Finances

• The Financial Aid Secret Worth Big Bucks

  The yearly phenomenon known within the financial aid community as the “summer melt” is working in students’ favor — this year more than ever — offering the opportunity for extra financial aid that previously didn’t exist. And if you’re one of the few students who know the secret, you can get more cash than ever before. Read More

• Maximizing Winter Break

• Billings and Receivables, Student Finanacial Assistance

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Student Life

• A New Year, a New Beginning: New Year's Resolutions for College Students

  The New Year has arrived and with it comes a new semester and a new start for your college student. While many students will make New Year’s Resolutions, history shows that most resolutions don't last very long – mainly because they are too difficult or simply unrealistic. Read More

• What to get your College Student for the Holidays

• WKU Named A Top Producer Of U.S. Fulbright Students

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Tips for Parents

• Parents’ Association

  The WKU Parents’ Association is coordinated by Alumni Relations and Annual Giving. Read More

• WKU Parents’ Association

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Maps, Numbers & Info

• Campus Map

  Download a campus map Read More

• Parking & Transportation Services

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Financial Planning

• The Financial Aid Secret Worth Big Bucks

  The yearly phenomenon known within the financial aid community as the “summer melt” is working in students’ favor — this year more than ever — offering the opportunity for extra financial aid that previously didn’t exist. And if you’re one of the few students who know the secret, you can get more cash than ever before. Read More

• Maximizing Winter Break

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