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Welcome

There are many reasons to come to Washburn.

A great one is small class sizes taught by faculty who are experts in their field. Classes offered in flexible learning modes allow teachers to give individualized attention to each student and offer a more relaxed yet mentally challenging atmosphere for learning. Our small class sizes and ease of access to professors allow you to get to know other students in your program as well as your course instructors on a one-on-one basis. Our professors genuinely care for each student and go the extra mile to help our students become successful. Washburn is small enough that you will always be able to find a familiar face, but still large enough that you can meet new people every day.

Washburn also provides a variety of entertainment events as a welcome break from your studies.  We have had comedians, magicians, and musicians come to campus.  Students also get free admission to athletic events.

Other benefits to students include the career services office, the health services and counseling offices, as well as a Recreation and Wellness Center with a rock-climbing wall. These services and more are available to help you throughout your college career. The best part is that all of these activities are easily accessible through the free parking provided for students pursuing on-campus programs!

The Student One Stop is located on the first floor of Morgan Hall Welcome Center. Staff at the One Stop can assist you if you have questions on enrollment or financial aid.  It also conveniently holds frequently visited offices such as admissions, the business office, and the registrar all in one place.

Mabee Library is an important resource that is accessible on-line 24/7 and reference librarians are available to assist you. The library even offers extended, late-night hours for student convenience during finals week. Popular areas in the library are the white board wall and the coffee shop that provides a great place to take a study break and recharge.

There are several reasons to attend Washburn, many that you will find out for yourself when you begin your program studies. Make the most of pursuing your advanced degree and get involved with all that Washburn has to offer you. As Teddy Roosevelt said, “Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, or difficulty.” Higher education involves all three, but Washburn is here to help, and I assure you it will be worth it. Welcome to Washburn!

JuliAnn Mazachek, Ph.D.,President