Register now to reserve booth space at Bronco Bash

KALAMAZOO--Booth applications are now being accepted for Bronco Bash, the annual event welcoming more than 25,000 Western Michigan University students, faculty and staff back to campus and to Kalamazoo for the start of a new school year.

Bronco Bash 2012, the 32nd-anniversary event, is set for 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 7. Festivities will be held at Fountain Plaza, near the University's Miller Auditorium.

More than 400 student organizations, University departments and local businesses are expected to participate in this year's free, public event by giving out information and loads of free stuff. Other features include live music, a food court, games and prizes.

The early registration deadline for booth space is Friday, July 20. Applications submitted after that date will be assessed a late fee and processed pending available booth space. No applications will be accepted after Aug. 10.

Separate applications are available for affiliates and non-affiliates. Affiliates include WMU Registered Student Organizations, departments and offices. All other local businesses and organizations should complete a non-affiliate application.

Bronco Bash booth rental

• Affiliates: WMU Registered Student Organizations, departments and offices
  Early registration through July 20: Free
  Late registration after July 20: $15
  Optional load-out assistance: $25
  Affiliate application form [PDF]
• Non-affiliates: All other businesses and organizations not affiliated with WMU
  Early registration through July 20: $125
  Late registration after July 20: $175
  Optional load-out assistance: $25
  Non-affiliate application form [PDF]

For more information, visit Bronco Bash online or call (269) 387-0083.