'Idol' star Matt Giraud headlines Bronco BashAug. 26, 2010 KALAMAZOO--More than 25,000 Western Michigan University students and other members of the community are expected to turn out Friday, Sept. 10, for the 30th annual Bronco Bash.
Five bands have been booked for this year's event, including headliner Matt Giraud, former "American Idol" finalist and WMU graduate, who will perform at 6 p.m. 2010 Bronco Bash Band Lineup
Bronco Bash 2010, the 30th-anniversary event, is sponsored by WMU Student Activities and Leadership Programs, the Campus Activities Board, FedEx Office, WIDR 89.1 FM, WZUU 92.5 FM, Papa John's Pizza, Sweetwater's Donut Mill and Custom Specialties. For more information, visit Bronco Bash online at wmich.edu/broncobash. Media contact: Tonya Durlach, (269) 387-8400, tonya.durlach@wmich.edu WMU News |
The event, which will run from 3 to 7 p.m. at Fountain Plaza near Miller Auditorium, is a huge celebration welcoming students back to campus and the city of Kalamazoo for the start of a new school year. It features games, music and nearly 400 booths, where students can peruse the wares of area merchants, pick up loads of free stuff, and get information about WMU departments, student organizations and local volunteer opportunities.