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The Washburn Tech experience is more than just classrooms and labs. We host various events throughout the academic year that are not only fun, but allow you to connect to instructors, other students and our local community. Mark your calendar with these special events that are now tradition for the Washburn Tech family.

Washburn Tech Events

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Fall Events

Back 2 School Bash

Celebrate the beginning of the fall semester by attending the Back 2 School Bash on Friday, August 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m at the McPherson Campus. Set up in the parking lot behind Building A, the event is a fun way to kick-off the new school year. Whether you are a student, instructor or staff member, you can enjoy music, games and free food while reconnecting with folks or meeting students for the first time.

Fall Career Fair

Employers have an opportunity to recruit Washburn Tech students and share important information about their companies. We host two separate events. One event is exclusively for healthcare companies and students while the second event includes all other programs. Launch connections that can lead to rewarding relationships!

We will host two career fairs this fall:

Thursday, October 15th – Health Care Programs Only Career Fair, 9:00am – 1:30pm.
Friday, October 16th – All Programs (except Health Care), 9:00am – 2:00pm.

How do I register to attend?

New System – Washburn Tech is now using a new platform, Handshake, to manage career fair registrations and all job postings – part-time, full-time, internships and practicums. All Washburn Tech and Washburn University students are able to see your posted opportunities once you connect to Washburn University. The Handshake platform is free for employers to use!
- Click here to access the fair in Handshake
- Once you have created an employer account, navigate to the “Fairs” tab on the lefthand side and search for “Washburn Tech Career Fairs.”
Cost: $100 per event (this includes 2 recruiters for your organization)
Includes: A table & 2 chairs, breakfast (continental) and lunch.
Registration and Payment are required to secure placement in the event.

When is the deadline to register?

Deadline: Thursday, October 2nd
Registration is first-come, first-serve.
- There are limited spots available each day.

Open House

Come see us in action! Washburn Tech hosts an open house every fall and spring semester. Our Fall Open House will take place on Tuesday, October 21. This come-an-go event provides an opportunity for prospective students to explore their career options. Visitors experience tours while talking to instructors and staff. This event is designed to help you find the right fit!

Turkey Bowl

Prepare to hit the gridiron and compete for the coveted Turkey Bowl trophy! This annual competition, held the Tuesday before Thanksgiving break (Nov. 24, 2026), pits students from various programs against one another in a spirited game of flag football. The day-long event provides another way to feel part of the Washburn Tech family.

Washburn Tech Toy Build

Washburn Tech's Auto Collision lab turns into Santa's workshop the first Friday of every December for the annual Toy Build. Students, instructors and volunteers from the community assist in assembling items that are donated to Toys for Tots Foundation. Projects include homemade wooden step stools and hobby horses. This year the event takes place on Dec. 4 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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