Forbes 30 Under 30
Tinashe Chaponda, B.S.’18, founded Sosani Studios, an influencer marketing company that's worked with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Alicia Keys, earning a spot on the 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
3x Grammy winner
Bronco alumna Johnaye Kendrick, B.M.’05, won her third Grammy Award in 2026 with her vocal group säje, winning in the best arrangement, instruments and vocals category for their song "Big Fish."
Stanley Cup-winning goalie
Former Bronco goalie Brandon Bussi went from Lawson to legendary after stepping into the spotlight to help clinch the 2026 Stanley Cup. His performance was straight out of a sports movie, coming off the bench to turn the series around and prove that Broncos are always ready for the big stage.
Employer-sought skills
Future-proof your career with change-ready knowledge such as complex problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, judgment and effective communication.
The research university advantage
Experience rare opportunities to participate in undergraduate research beginning as early as your first year.
Internship opportunities
Paid internships are available starting in your sophomore year through the Broncos Lead Internship Program.
9 of 10
Broncos are employed quickly, working in their field in jobs they like*
93%
of graduates participated in Experience-Driven Learning**
98%
of students had instructors who made them excited about learning**
Find out who you’re meant to become
With friendly faces on every corner and a community that has your back, Bronco Nation is built for belonging. You don’t need to arrive on campus with everything figured out. Curiosity is the whole point—ask questions, try something new and change your mind. We’ve got you. Western is where you’ll figure out who you’re meant to be while gaining real-world experience that sets you apart.
An authentic college experience
With a gorgeous campus, a welcoming community and career-launching connections, Bronco life prepares you for whatever comes next. You’ll build confidence in the classroom, in the lab and alongside a community that has your back, helping you graduate career-ready. At Western, we greet each other as we pass, faculty learn your name and we show up for Bronco football—no matter the outcome. This is the campus experience you’ve been waiting for.
*WMU collected data for 3,124 graduates, of which 2,240 were employed full time, 67 were employed part time, 603 employed their degree to gain admittance to graduate school or were otherwise continuing their education, 18 were engaged in military service and 4 were volunteering full time. In addition, 872 of those working full time were satisfied with their job, based on 922 responses, and 1,645 of those working full time had a job related to their degree, based on 1,742 responses. 2024-25 Career Outcomes Report, wmich.edu/about/facts
**2024-25 Career Outcomes Report, wmich.edu/about/facts