There are many reasons to come to Washburn.

A great one is small class sizes. Smaller classes allow teachers to give individualized attention to each student, providing for a more relaxed atmosphere for learning, and making students feel more comfortable to ask questions. Our small class sizes and office hours for professors allow individuals and educators alike to get to know each other on a one-on-one basis. Teachers know your name and something about you! Our teachers 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 will meet new people every day.

Washburn offers a number of organizations to fit many interests, from the Washburn Student Government Association, which advocates and delegates funds for and to students, to the Washburn Bowling Club, which meets every month for a relaxing game of bowling. Washburn also provides a variety of entertainment events every semester; we have had comedians, magicians, and musicians come to campus and students get free admission to athletic events.

Other benefits to students include the career services office, the health and counseling services, and a Recreation and Wellness Center with a rock-climbing wall. You will find our services help you to have a smooth transition to college and lots of support once you are settled into college life. The best part is that all of these activities are easily accessible through the free parking for students!

The Student One Stop is located on the first floor of Morgan Hall Welcome Center. Staff at the One Stop can help you take care of a range of school-related business including questions related to enrolling and financial aid.  It also conveniently holds frequently visited offices such as admissions, the business office, and the registrar all in one place.

Mabee Library becomes a second home to our students and offers extended, late-night hours for student convenience during finals week. A popular area in the library is the basement level, complete with plenty of white boards, chairs, and cubby spaces for students to study and work in a group or individually.

Our campus offers great residence halls to enhance your living and learning experience. Our Living Learning Center (LLC) is set apart from larger campuses by features such as an enclosed hallway connecting students to the Union while protecting them from the weather. Our brand-new Lincoln Hall offers new dining options in an all-you-care-to-eat dining hall. It is a popular place to live and fills up quickly. The residential areas allow students to create a community with lounges and study areas that allow students to learn and live together in a social and relaxing environment.

There are several reasons to attend Washburn, many that you will find out for yourself when you arrive on our campus. Make the most of your college experience and get involved with all that Washburn has to offer! 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