Students from the Pegasus advanced rocketry club construct a rocket.

Mission: Possible

In a Bronco first, Western's AIAA Pegasus advanced rocketry club competed in NASA's Student Launch competition. Unlike some first-time teams, their rocket made it to launch day and into the air! But team members say, that wasn't even the best part.

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Wellness at Western

The Western experience is designed to prioritize the whole you. You'll find everything you need to thrive intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially both in and out of the classroom. This holistic approach starts with the skills and abilities you don't see on paper: mental well-being, grit and purpose. That's why Western offers wellness tools to help students explore their strengths and areas for growth.