International Study Abroad Programs Multiple job opportunities upon graduation
Outstanding
Graduate Programs
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Dr. Jane Brown
Dr. Jane Carpenter
Jeanne Catanzaro
Dr. Annie Collins
Caren Dick
Dr. Shirley Dinkel
Lori Edwards
Dr. Karen Fernengel
Mary Beth Fund
Dr. Cindy Hornberger Assistant to the President
Dr. Debbie Isaacson
Dr. Marian Jamison Associate Dean
Patricia Joyce
Dr. Bobbe Mansfield
Susan Maendale
Dr. Marilyn Masterson
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Lara Rivera
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From the Editors
There is no experience more eye-opening and transformational than coming to college. The world you know will suddenly seem so small compared to the brave new world you are entering, and that can be uncomfortable, even daunting.
The Bod Magazine is produced twice a year. This issue was produced with the intent to give incoming students a snapshot into life at and around Washburn. The magazine can be used as a tool to orient yourself on campus, learn about the local community and eateries, and hear from professors about choosing a major, all before your first day of school.
Student Media, through the production of this magazine, hopes to ease the transition for all new students at Washburn. You will learn about Washburn in class, but there are many, many aspects of college life that you won’t learn in the classroom, and covering those aspects is the reason for this publication.
Now read, enjoy and prepare for the next chapter of life here at Washburn.
Good luck, Ichabod.
Contributors
Editors-in-Chief
Ryan Ogle
Chelsea Howe
Cover Design
Chelsea Howe
Advertising & ad designs
Ariele Dutton
Spencer Perry
Yujie Zai
Writers
Ryan Ogle
Adam Vlach
Stephanie Cannon
Abbie Stuart
Trevin Edelman
Katie Wade
Grace Foiles
Anastasia Kazakova
Heather Woods
Amy Reinhardt
Johna McClelland
Derek Richardson
Photography
Ryan Ogle
Scott Stormann
Fahad Faryyan
Heather Woods
Amy Reinhardt
Ichabod Shop
Metro Bikes find out how to register
Mabee Library where books and more are
Topeka Eats where to eat outside campus
Media News that matters to WU
Copy Editors
Adam Vlach
Ryan Ogle
Lisa Herdman
Derek Richardson
Cassell
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FROM THE DESK OF President Farley
Dear Students,
We are excited to welcome you to Washburn during our 150th celebration year. It is truly a great place to be! The journey you are embarking on will be both exciting and challenging, and it will be one of the most memorable experiences of your life. As a student, you will experience personal and intellectual growth as you explore your career options and better understand the world as a whole.
During your time at Washburn, you will be challenged as an Ichabod to dream, achieve, create, lead and excel both inside and outside of the classroom. Your college education will prepare you to become a well-educated, world citizen. As future leaders, you will help society deal with complex challenges and issues. The challenges of today are different than those of tomorrow; and, as a leader, you will create solutions to those problems using skills that you fostered during your time as a collegiate.
As is true in all life experiences, the college experience is what you make it. Commit to being successful during your time here at Washburn. Keys to success include working hard, attending classes, and committing yourself to your studies and assignments. Develop strong working relationships with your professors and peers and take advantage of academic opportunities like study groups and aids. Finally, do not hesitate to reach out for help or to ask questions; Washburn has wonderful faculty members teaching because they are passionate about students. We also have several resources dedicated to helping you succeed. Finally, as we embark on a new academic year, I encourage you to become an active and engaged member of the Washburn and Topeka communities. Becoming involved in your community is an excellent way to balance the rigor of academic life. By taking some time to have fun, you are preparing yourself for civic and community involvement beyond your college years.
Washburn University is an institution built around you. Please take advantage of all that we have to offer. Best wishes for a fantastic year.
Sincerely,
Jerry Farley, President
One stop, Ichabod Shop
The Ichabod Shop is a one-stop shop in the basement of the Memorial Union that caters to students’ textbook, electronic, school supply and Washburn-themed fashion needs.
“We work with the faculty trying to get adoption information, if there’s any supplies for classes - art packs, lab notebooks, anything they’re going to need for classes - so we can have those in the right amount at the right time at the lowest possible cost to the student,” said Kay Farley, director of The Ichabod Shop.
There are several ways students can get access to the books required for their courses. Besides buying, the Ichabod Shop also gives students the option to rent books as well as the option to sell some books back to the store at the end of the semester. The books can be rented for around half of the retail price and are returned at the end of the semester.
The Ichabod Shop also supplies students with materials that professors request for their students such as art kits.
“One of our missions is to gather as much of the course information that they’re going to need for classes so that we can provide the tools necessary for them to be successful as students at Washburn,” Farley said.
Students also have access to Microsoft Office for free through the Ichabod Shop and there are other softwares
THE ICHABOD SHOP
By Stephanie Cannon
available at educational prices. The shop also offers Apple, Asus and Dell computers at educational prices while trying to provide other electronics that students may need, like flash drives and ear buds.
If souvenirs are more up your alley, the Ichabod Shop also carries a variety of Washburn themed gear from clothing to license plates for the whole family to enjoy.
Topeka Metro Bikes Ready Set Ride!
The Bike Share program is an extension of the relationship started two years ago with Topeka Metro when they started offering the ability to ride the Topeka bus system for free when they present a valid Washburn ID. This new program allows students to buy a membership for the Bike Share program. Members will be able to use any of the 100 bicycles placed across town for up to two hours every day. The yearlong plan costs $25 for Topeka residents and $20 for Washburn students, faculty and staff.
“Washburn will be host to about 25 bicycles, spread across campus bike racks and a few Topeka Metro Bikes stations,” said Karl Fundenberger, Director of Bicycle Operations at
Topeka Metro. “Any member can use the website, topekametrobikes.org, or the mobile application to find the nearest bike and reserve it. The bikes have a built-in lock and GPS unit so they’re always easy to locate, and they can be locked up at any bike rack in the city.”
Several departments all across Washburn have been involved in the Bike Share program from WSGA to the International House.
“Washburn lies at the heart of Topeka city so it’s really convenient to go to any part of Topeka using electric metro bike provided by Topeka Met-
By Grace Foiles & Abigail Stuart
ro,” said Ashish Rijal in a letter to the editor.
“Topeka Metro Bike Share is really helpful for the international students because it’s most convenient to grab a Metro bike and go get groceries using the GPS service available within the bike.” Rijal added that this program will also make sightseeing in Topeka easier as well.
“The goal is for bikes to be useful; Topeka Metro sees this as an opportunity to expand the transportation solutions we provide. Personal mobility is a challenge for many people in Topeka, especially students who may not have easy access to cars or other means of getting around, so we hope that these bicycles make it just a little bit easier,” said Fundenberger.
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The Mabee Library Guide
Main floor
PRINTING
Students are given $17.50 worth of printing access per semester. This is accessed via your WUAD in the library. When you are on any computer on any floor in the library, get to the print screen, and print to “mabpool.” After, you can log out of the computer and go to the main floor and go to the print center. On the computer, you will enter you WUAD to log on to your printing que. This screen will show all pending jobs requested under your WUAD login. The title of the document, cost to print, and your remaining balance will be visible on this screen.
Tips: Double-sided will save you money, but professors don’t like double sided for most assignments. However, printing powerpoint slides as 6 per sheet is the best way to print them all and still have it visible.
By Anastasia Kazakova & Heather Woods
There are a number of PCs on this floor. There is also a handful of Macs. The Macs have the Adobe Suite software, making it possible to do assignments that require this software. Both the PCs and the Macs have Microsoft office and internet access.
You can grab a coffee, candy bar or quick snack at Study Grounds. It is a condensed version of the corner store, operated by Chartwells as well.
Academic Advising in the Center for Student Success
A resource for exploratory (undeclared) and first-year students. Students are assigned an academic advisor to work with one-on-one to discuss educational and career/life goals. Advisors can:
• Assist first year students in the transition to college;
• Provide information about majors and degree options;
• Help choose courses leading to a timely completion of degree requirements;
• Identify campus resources if you encounter challenges
Please call 785-670-1942 or stop by the Advising Office in Mabee 201 to schedule an appointment. Students with current semester issues or quick questions may use walk-in times during regular hours.
Third floor
of the library has many books, computers and private study areas. You can bring your laptop or use one of the library’s.
GROUP STUDY
The basement floor in the library is mainly a group study floor. There are big tables and lots of white boards which can be moved according to your needs, so you can create your own little “room” for your study group by surrounding your table with some boards. Also, here you can find the library’s archive collections, rare books and university papers. Our special collections include books about Kansas or which are written by Kansas authors, paper journals and art books.
In addition, the floor has computers and a conference room, which can be reserved by students whenever it’s needed.
WRITING AND TUTORING CENTER
The Writing and Tutoring center is located on the third floor in the southeast corner. This is the best place to go when you need some assistance with school. The tutors are there for you! They want to help you succeed in your academic efforts. They provide many helpful resources including: resource links, academic workshops and referrals to other campus services.
THE QUIET READING CENTER
If you ever just want to be in a quiet, comfortable room, head to the third floor of Mabee Library. It is located north of the main stairs. It is very nice when you really need to get some studying done or if you just need a quiet place to read your favorite book. The third floor is the only quiet study floor in Mabee Library. If you need to do group work, head on downstairs.
FALL SEMESTER SCHEDULE
By Amy Reinhardt
Home to over 300 local, franchise and chain restaurants, Topeka offers a wide variety of dining options that are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. With so many places to pick and choose from, we’ve picked a handful of our favorite locally-owned eateries, all conveniently located within walking distance from Washburn University.
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PT’s at College Hill opened in 2011 and strives to create an appealing atmosphere to both students and community members. PT’s is known for serving direct trade coffee and espresso, along with a diverse food menu that offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whether you’re studying, meeting up with a friend or just need some time to relax, PT’s is a great place to visit. The shop includes all types of seating from plush chairs to tables and high tops to outdoor seating on the patio. PT’s Coffee is a unique coffee shop that has a lot to offer. They’ve stuck by their motto since day one: “Without the love, it’s just coffee.”
Henry T’s 1521 SW 21st St. HenryTs.com
A Topeka landmark, Tortilla Jack’s has been the place to go for great Mexican food for over 30 years. T-Jack’s, as it has been affectionatley dubbed by locals, serves cooked-to-order tacos, burritos, taco burgers and more at a price that’s friendly for even the tightest student budget. Check out their trademark menu items like The Burraco, El Presidente and Jack’s Ligeros to see why Tortilla Jack’s has kept Topekans coming back for generations. But save room for the Gran-Crustos, one of the best dessert items in town. For great food and a casual dining experience, head over to Tortilla Jack’s.
at College Hill 1635 SW Washburn Ave Facebook.com/PTsCollegeHill
Henry T’s is a bar and grill that offers daily specials ranging from half price appetizers on Tuesday and Thursday nights to $12 steak dinners on Saturdays. This restaurant offers a huge variety of food and beverages that appeal to all kinds of people. Henry T’s is a great place to meet up with friends and have a good time. The atmosphere is loud, upbeat and fun. Music resonates throughout the restaurant and adds to the guests’ overall experience. The servers and bartenders at Henry T’s are outgoing and enthusiastic individuals who work hard to make your experience worthwhile.
Tortilla Jack’s 1618 SE College Ave. Facebook.com/TortillaJacks
PT’s
The Burger Stand 1601 SW Lane St. Burgerstandrestaurants.com
University Chinese Restaurant is a Chinese buffet that specializes in delectable Asian cuisine. This restaurant works hard to efficiently restock their buffet items so guests are always presented with fresh choices. The employees are helpful and care about your dining experience. The large seating area allows for large groups to dine casually and enjoy each other’s company as well as the appetizing buffet.
College Hill Pizza Pub 1418 SW Lane St, Topeka, KS 66604 Facebook.com/CollegeHillPizzaPub
The Burger Stand is one of the most popular restaurants in College Hill. In addition to the delicious food and fun atmosphere, Ichabods with student ID get half-price food every Monday and 10 percent off the rest of the week. The Burger Stand offers friendly, efficient service and prides itself on serving mouth-watering burgers cooked to perfection along with tasty alcoholic beverages. On Saturday nights, The Burger Stand has open karaoke, which has been a great way for students as well as members of the community to relax and have a good time.
College Hill Pizza Pub is a popular lunch and late-night spot for Washburn students. It is open seven days a week, from 11 - 3 a.m. Pizza Pub’s 10-inch pies are custom-made to order with over 2 billion topping combinations. Also featuring beer, wine and spirits, Pizza Pub has a casual, enticing environment that caters well to college students. Pizza Pub is the perfect cure if you need a break from studying or want to grab a late night bite with your friends. $ $
I$AVE DISCOUNTS
The Washburn iSave program offers student discounts at several Topeka-area retailers and businesses. Bring your Washburn ID to any of the locations below and save!
ENTERTAINMENT
Family Video
Gage Center Bowl
Topeka Civic Theater
SHOPPING
Charlotte Russe
Einstein’s Outdoor Outfitters
Jock’s Nitch Sporting Goods
Salvation Army Thrift Store
University Flowers
AUTOMOTIVE
Ace Rent-A-Car
Big O Tires
Eagle Auto Wash & Detailing
Washburn Auto Service Center
SALON & TATTOO
Great Clips
Island Tan
Skin Art Creations
Sunshine Tan Sun-Tana Supercuts
FOOD & DRINK
Bobo’s Drive-In
The Burger Stand
CiCi’s Pizza
Cold Stone Creamery
Grace’s Liquor Store
Hazel Hill Chocolate
Hu-Hot
Ice & Olive’s Cafe
Papa John’s
Pizagel’s Pizza and Bakery
PT’s Coffee House
Schlotzky’s Deli
The Break Room
World Cup
Washburn Student Media News that matters to WU
Looking to get involved on campus in an organization which gives you the opportunity to received real-life experience in a multitude of fields? Student Media is the perfect place to network and practice skills from writing to marketing to graphic designing, and much, much more.Joining Student Media also will give you the opportunity to have work published in a variety of mediums, which is a musthave to show future employers.And it doesn’t take much to join Student Media.
Apply online at washburnreview. org, and you will be contacted shortly by one of our members. We’re looking for fresh faces who are eager to learn No previous experience is required, and you don’t need to major in mass
media to work for Student Media. In addition to mass media majors, we have people majoring in English, history, psychology, art, business, theatre, biology, political science and others. Student Media will also prepare you for internships and “the real world” by allowing you to practice working on multiple projects at once and organizational skills.
“One of the biggest benefits Student Media provides is that ‹real world› experience of working in a fast-paced office environment,” Ogle
By Adam Vlach
said. “Meeting deadlines and scrambling to break stories as they happen can seem like a stressful undertaking when you factor in classes and other responsibilities, but learning how juggle under pressure really pays off in the end. Between athletics, campus events and activities, music, theater, arts and everything in between, Washburn truly does have something to offer everyone. By being a part of Student Media, you get to be in the thick of it all. Plus, having your work published in an award-winning publication looks great on your resume.”
If you’re interested in getting involved, networking, building your resume and honing your talents, Student Media is where you belong!
WSGA
By Adam Vlach
The Student Government Association
Are you a leader, or would like to be one? Washburn Student Government Association is where leaders are born and grow at Washburn, and it is where students have an exclusive opportunity to make huge change on campus.
Washburn Student Government Association, or WSGA, encourages students of all class standings to engage, especially freshmen.
At the beginning of every school year, WSGA holds freshman elections.
“Freshmen apply, they get their name put on the ballot, and everyone who’s a freshman by credit hours can vote in those elections,” explained Blake Porter, president of WSGA. “The top-five voted on will be part of Senate.”
Porter said he joined WSGA as a freshman and believes students who start in the organization when they first get to Washburn get a unique experi-
“I think it’s a great opportunity right as students come to Washburn to get instant leadership experience,” Porter said. “As elected WSGA members, they would be representatives of the entire student body, and it would be their responsibility to hear the concerns of the students and hear their ideas and to bring those forward. As a freshman in particular, it would be useful in our administration to get the perspective of the underclassmen here at Washburn.”
But it doesn’t take years to advance in WSGA either. Malcolm Mikkelsen started in WSGA as a freshman senator in the fall of 2014 and now, less than a year later, sits as the vice president.
“Here, you actually get to make a change,” Mikkelsen said about the best part of being in WSGA. “It was really cool to see that coming in, that I can write a bill that would affect the whole student body. There’s just been a good experience to meet a lot of upperclassmen. It’s also a good way to get involved in Washburn and understand what goes on at Washburn, because a lot of people come to Senate and tell us about things across campus.”
If meeting some of the most active students on campus and working to bring positive change to the university interests you, WSGA is the right fit for you.
Liberal Arts Degree: What it can do for
“What’s your major?”
It’s an experience everyone has had. It’s usually the first question people ask you when they learn that you go to college, and the answers can vary. But for people with a degree in the humanities, such as English, history or theatre, the response will usually be a slightly dazed expression and a hesitant, “What do you want to do?”
This comes from the outdated view that liberal art degrees are “useless” or “dust collecting degrees” in the work force.
“First off, it’s worth saying that the liberal arts gets a rather unfair bad rap in public statements on the job market,” said Tom Prasch, chair of the history department. “In fact, a number of recent surveys have suggested that businesses actually prefer to hire folks with the degrees you call ‘useless.’”
“Part of twenty-first century skills is the ability to read well, write well, communicate effectively with people, critical thinking, the ability to use technology…the ability to collaborate, to work in groups, all those skills are really important in this day and age,” said Danny Wade, chair of the English department. “The English major and other liberal studies, other humanities, really hone in on those skills through the curriculum.”
According to a survey from Millennial Branding and Ex-
By Abbie Stuart
perience Inc., thirty percent of the 225 employers surveyed said that they look for people with liberal arts degrees.
“We are a service oriented society, so a lot of the shift in the work force has shifted to providing service to people and within that those skills are more important than actually what knowledge you bring to the table because they will teach you the job knowledge that you need,” Wade said. Wade shared a story about a small business owner who wanted “your best English major” because he needed someone who could read and write well and who could teach those skills to others.
When discussing the job market for humanities majors, Prasch mentioned that he’s had students who have succeeded in law, museum studies, library studies, teaching, seminary and other areas.
“My main advice, at both undergraduate and graduate levels [is] explore,” Prasch said. “As an undergraduate, don’t stick too exclusively to a single field, or a single professor. Get a good range of different experiences.”
“My advice would be don’t worry about jobs. There are plenty of jobs out there,” Wade said. “Don’t be fearful about ‘Oh, I’m not going to be employable’ or ‘Oh, I’m not going to be able to get a job’ because that’s not true. There’s a lot of work out there that needs to be done.”
HISTORICALLY WASHBURN
SOME FUN FACTS
• Washburn was founded as Lincoln College in 1865. The first classes began on January 3, 1865 with a total enrollment of 76 people, including 38 high schoolers.
• Lincoln College was facing financial crisis and possible closure in 1868 when Ichabod Washburn donated $25,000, saving the school, which was renamed after him.
• In 1891, a male and female student were expelled from Washburn for walking together without permission.
• Washburn’s first yearbook was published in 1895.
• Exactly one century ago, Washburn undergraduate enrollment was 632, it’s law school enrollment was 90 and tuition was $65 per year.
• The first homecoming was celebrated in 1928.
• Eleven Washburn Law graduates played a role in the Brown v. Board of Education case.
• On June 8, 1966 Washburn was hit by a devastating tornado that destroyed eight buildings and caused $8 million in damage.
• The School of Nursing was established in 1982.
• Total fall enrollment one decade ago was 7,261
Ichabods Help Bods Feeding Bods
Since November 2014, student organization Bods Feeding Bods has worked to make food available to students in need.
After recognizing the need to combat student hunger, student organization Bods Feeding Bods created the Exchange, a studentrun food pantry in the basement of Henderson. Its goal is to provide a place where Washburn students could have access to food when they need it the most.
The Exchange is stocked with food items donated by students, faculty and
community members. Food drives, such as the WSGA-sponsored Can Emporia - which brings in roughly 2,000 canned goods each year during homecoming - also help keep the shelves stocked with non-perishables. Mabee Library, Christian Challenge, the social work department, the education department and the Washburn Non-Traditional Student Association have been among the biggest on-campus contributors to The Exchange. Food donations can be dropped off at The Exchange or in one of the donation bins found across campus.
Visit The Exhange in the basement of Henderson Monday: 3-6 p.m. Thursday: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
By Yujie Zai
Students with an active Washburn iCard are welcome to visit The Exchange twice a month to receive food for themselves and their families. Distribution is based on family size and The Exchange assures confidentiality for both donors and recipients.
Bods Feeding Bods hopes to further expand the Exchange in the near future and provide an even greater selection of food items, including fresh fruits and vegetables.
Sports SPORTS sports
At Washburn, you don’t have to look too hard to find free sports right here on campus. The athletics program here is one of the best in the country. There are many factors that make the Washburn Ichabods so relevant. You obviously have the student-athletes that make the teams great. With great athletes, you have to have coaches who need to lead those athletes. With the human aspect covered, another element of Washburn Athletics is sometimes overlooked.
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championships of the various sports in NCAA DII and you will find an MIAA team in contention.
Another factor in WU’s success is the coaching staffs of each team.
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Part of what makes WU athletics the best is playing in the conference. The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association is considered by many to be the best conference in Division II. You can look at the
Coach Bob Chipman, 36 year head man of the men’s basketball team, is the winningest coach in the MIAA and has the 25th most wins in all levels of NCAA basketball. On the other side of the coin, first year head coach Harley Douglas has led his baseball team to one of the best seasons in Ichabod baseball. New or experienced, Washburn has many coaches who demand the respect Washburn deserves.
The final and maybe most important aspect of the athletic programs are the athletes. Nobody makes the
By Trevin Edelman
sports teams what they are like the athletes do. You will see these student-athletes next to you in your classes and around campus. Knowing the athletes will add to your enjoyment of going to the games. It is fun to see how the athletes grow from being a freshman on the sideline to a star on the golf course.
There is so much to do around campus and around town, making it easy to overlook the convenience of attending a game. Just a quick walk across campus with your friends and your Washburn ID can provide an afternoon or evening of fun cheering on your fellow classmates.
You can’t go wrong with any of these sports. The teams are good, the games are cheap and Ichabod spirit flows through the stands like water. You are out of excuses.
A Washburn How-To Avoid the Freshman 15
At Washburn University, we are very lucky to have such a useful Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Inside what students call “The Rec” there is a full basketball court that can also be used for other sports such as volleyball, soccer and badminton to name a few.
Above the basketball court is an indoor track and weight room. The weight room features free weights, as well as weight machines and tracks. Also cardio machines like bikes, stair climbers, treadmills, and ellipticals can be found here.
All of these cardio machines face the Washburn football field and are a great place to watch the football and soccer teams play! Off to the side there is a special place to work on building up core strength and
flexibility.
These two things are extremely important while exercising. If you aren’t into the regular weights and conditioning, the Rec also offers a rock climbing wall and a dance studio. Students can get involved in groups that use these features or they can just go in and use them at their convenience.
Another cool feature offered to Washburn students are the fitness competitions. WU’s most fit competition is in place to decide who is the most fit on campus. It includes competition in the biking, flexibility, treadmill, abdominal strength and bench press. In the SRWC minitriathlon students compete for time on the treadmill, elliptical and bike.
Another fun competition is
Upcoming Intramural Deadlines
College Football Pick ‘Em: Weekly, beginning September 4th
Volleyball: Entries due September 4th at 11:00pm, begins September 9th
Outdoor Soccer: Entries due September 4th, begins September 8th
Flag Football: Entries due September 4th, begins September 9th
Tennis Singles: Entries due 10th, selfscheduled by participants
Tennis Doubles: Entires due September 24th, self-schedueld by participants
Badminton Singles: Entries due September 17th, begins September 22nd
Getting involved
*visit the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, in person, to receive a sign-up form
For more information visit www.washburn.edu/campus-life/rec
By Johna McClelland
the Bench Press Max Out. This competition assesses your strength on bench press against others on campus. There are many fun ways to get involved and get fit at the Rec.
Group exercise is also an option here at Washburn. Indoor cycling, Yoga and total body training are just a few of the groups here on the campus. Each training group has someone to lead it and meets a couple times a week. This option is ideal for someone who doesn’t like working out alone or would like to meet new people.
As you can see, there are many different options offered at the rec and wellness center.
It is easy to get involved, get healthy and stay in shape. Working out at the Rec is the best way to combat that dreaded “Freshman 15.”
Stay safe Tips from WUPD
The Washburn University Police Department spends time each year speaking to incoming freshmen about opportunities to feel safe around campus and gives them tips and advice to use to maintain a balance between their newfound freedom and their continued safety.
“For most students, it will be their first time away from home and they will be on their own,” said Dean Forster, chief of the Washburn Police Department. “They’ll obviously have the police department here, faculty and staff that will look out for them, but they’re going to be making a lot of decisions on their own that they didn’t make before. ‘Do I want to go here? Do I want to go there? Do I want to stay out late?’”
He recommends students find where the safe places are on campus, including the locations of the help phones, which contain a button students can hit to immediately contact university police, even though most students now carry cell phones.
“Some of the recommendations I give new students when they first get to campus are to go out in a group -they’ll make friends - go out in a group, look around, walk the campus, learn where the dark spots are, learn where the bushes are and those types of things. Then, if they have concerns about it they can come and see the police department and talk to us about what their concerns are while they’re out
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there. Of course, there’s always learning how to park your car but that’s another story in itself,” Forster says.
In addition to other campus tips, Washburn University has a special system in place, called the iAlert program, to inform students during times of extreme emergency. A company called Rave Mobile Safety administers the iAlert program. It works to keep Washburn and Washburn Tech students and faculty safe during times of extreme emergency. When activated, the iAlert system alerts all active participants to life threatening events, as dictated by the Washburn Police Department.
“The iAlert system is used to notify participants if there are situations threatening the safety and security of the campus or closings due to severe weather,” said Chris Enos, captain of the Washburn Police Department. “If it’s a closing due to bad weather, we usually just send a text message and the email, but not the phone call.”
The WUPD will still send out emails if they believe that there is something that the campus should be aware of, but these will only be safety bulletins, not sent out to phones or by texts.
“If you get a message from iAlert it is something you need to pay attention to,” Enos added. “This is only for pertinent, ongoing situations because we don’t ever want it to become so blasé that people ignore it.”
Emergency Phone Locations
NE of Morgan Hall by Parking Lot K
SE entrance of Petro
Behind KTWU
SW of Garvey Fine Arts Center
North of the Law School
NE of Mabee Library
South end of the LLC
SW corner of Keuhne Hall, near Parking Lot 9
19th & Jewell by Henderson 21st & Jewell, by Washburn Village South of SWRC
East of Washburn University Foundation (1729 MacVicar Ave.)
BECOME INVESTED WITH SCHOOL PRIDE: You Bod’er believe we’re the
FIND A STUDY GROUP: Grades won’t just get handed to you. Sometimes putting in “extra” effort is required. It is okay to be “undecided”: Explore your interests. Whatever you do, make sure it’s something you love.
USE STUDENT LOANS WISELY:
A penny saved is a penny earned. It’s tempting to spend lots of money when you’re on your own, but it’s important to be frugal. Stay healthy and active: There’s a bikeshare, intramurals and a free rec! STAY INFORMED ABOUT YOUR COMMUNITY: By reading the Washburn Review.
Don’t procrastinate on anything: Except procrastination. Take deadlines very seriously and don’t risk missing them by putting things off.
