Sustainability

Prior Years’ Results

The Bronco Challenge encourages innovative solutions that will have a long-term impact on communities. The challenge promotes the development of eco-friendly products and practices by requiring students to solve problems together. 

The outcomes include the development of scalable programs to reduce carbon footprints, improve resource efficiency, and encourage environmental stewardship. students acquire practical experience in sustainability, preparing them to be future leaders in environmental innovation. The challenge ultimately leads to a more sustainable future, in line with global efforts to prevent climate change.

Office for Sustainability
Western ¾ÅÒ»Â鶹ÖÆƬ³§ University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5286 USA
(269) 387-0943

Solutions from the Previous Years

Challenge is heading into another year of innovation with the Bronco Challenge. Building on the success of the past two years, where projects like Copia, SafeDi, Green Cat, and Full Disclosure made a big difference, this year's challenge invites students to come up with innovative solutions to pressing sustainability issues. Students can put their creative ideas into effect by increasing ethical behaviors, promoting eco-friendly purchasing choices, or improving waste disposal through this competition. Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future.

(Check out the presentations videos from the past two years of challenges below.)

2022-23 Final Presentations - The Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact
2023-24 Final Presentations - The Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact

Recognition Across Various Platforms

In recognition of its significant sustainability initiatives, Western ¾ÅÒ»Â鶹ÖÆƬ³§ University has been named a top performer in the 2023 Sustainable Campus Index. 

AASHE has praised the Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact, which inspires students to come up with creative solutions for implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Notable initiatives include "Full Disclosure," which promotes ethical work practices, and "Seed," which improves urban gardening. 

As the challenge continues to drive significant student interest and industry support, showcasing WMU’s commitment to advancing sustainability and preparing future leaders.

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Recognition in Board of Trustees Meetings The Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact

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Western ¾ÅÒ»Â鶹ÖÆƬ³§ University recognized for innovation in sustainability

Climate change is among the greatest challenges facing the world today, and Western ¾ÅÒ»Â鶹ÖÆƬ³§ University students aren't waiting until graduation to make an impact. Experience-driven learning opportunities focused on closing the sustainability skills gap have earned the University recognition as a top performer in the 2023 Sustainable Campus Index.
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Ethical labor, sustainable supply chain among topics tackled in second Bronco Challenge

An interdisciplinary challenge to imagine solutions to sustainability problems drew innovative pitches from Western ¾ÅÒ»Â鶹ÖÆƬ³§ University students at the second annual Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact.
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Western ¾ÅÒ»Â鶹ÖÆƬ³§ University receives national recognition from AASHE

As reported by Fox 17 News, Western ¾ÅÒ»Â鶹ÖÆƬ³§ University has earned national recognition from The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education for its outstanding sustainability initiatives.


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              MEET the Bronco Challenge Team!

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Leadership & Development team ✨

(From left to right: Usman, Dr. Neil, Tirth, and Cloe)

Led by Dr. Neil L. Drobny, Program Director of the Bronco Challenge for Sustainable Impact.

Developer & Strategist  -  Tirth Harshadkumar Patel.
Matching Tool Developer  -  Usman Ayobami.
Marketing Coordinator - Cloe Fetterolf.

Made with love and passion for sustainability 💚.