Rendering of the exterior of the new residence hall replacing Valley 3.

Innovative new residence hall for first-year students coming fall 2026

Coming soon to campus is a new residence hall in the heart of Goldsworth Valley. Build your community from day one alongside more than 1,000 first-year students living in pod-style rooms with plenty of open spaces to connect.

Live in modern accommodations at an affordable price, supporting your academic, career and well-being goals your first year at Western.


A look inside

Your Bronco experience is at the center of this new design, complete with a central lounge with all the essentials: kitchen, laundry and multipurpose rooms. We're also creating a collaboration hub to connect with fellow first-year students as well as a health and well-being studio to support you physically, mentally, socially and emotionally. In each residential wing, you can connect with your classmates in cutting-edge study lounges and hybrid learning phone booths. You'll also have lots of options for room styles whether you want to live alone or with a roommate.

Valley Dining view from the pond in the fall.

Close to friends, food and fun

The new residence hall gives you plenty of space to hang out, be active and socialize outside along with a more tranquil north courtyard if you want a little peace and quiet. You'll be situated on campus nearby the other first-year residence halls. You can get the best eats on campus at Valley Dining Center, a state-of-the-art multi-venue dining facility, or enjoy serene nature walks at Goldsworth Valley Pond.