Bronco Beginnings
The Blue Turf
Campus Landmarks
Famous Broncos
Traditions & Student Life
100

This was the year Boise State was founded as Boise Junior College.

What is 1932?

100

Boise State won this iconic bowl game in 2007, remembered for the Statue of Liberty play.

What is the Fiesta Bowl?

100

This landmark is a scenic gateway from campus to Julia Davis Park. 

What is Friendship Bridge?

100

This Boise State running back became the highest NFL draft pick in program history, selected 6th overall in 2025.

Who is Ashton Jeanty?

100

This event showcases Boise State to prospective students.

What is Bronco Day?

200

Boise State became a four-year degree granting institution in this decade.

What are the 1960s?

200

Boise State was the first university to have a blue field. Now, they hold a trademark called this.

What is “The Blue”?

200

This building, constructed in 1953, was designed with 12 classrooms with observation rooms with one-way mirrors.  

What is the Campus School?

200

This dog became famous for retrieving the kickoff tee at Boise State football games.

Who is Blitz?

200

These lyrics were posted in campus bathrooms to help you wash your hands appropriately. 

What is the Boise State Fight Song?

300

Boise State’s first mascot wasn’t Buster the Bronco, but this animal.

What is a mule?

300

This year marked the installation of the first “Smurf Turf.”

1986.

300

This area was funded by the Wally Byam Caravan Club and the Class of 1987 to build a garden in honor of the Year of the Teacher in 1986. 

What is the Teacher's Court?

300

This Boise State quarterback holds the NCAA record for the most career wins (50) and later became an NFL offensive coordinator.

Who is Kellen Moore?

300

Boise State’s marching band is known by this nickname.

What is Blue Thunder?