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Your First Stop

All students look for guidance during the educational journey. At Washburn Tech, you will find that support in the Student Services Office. Located in the middle of the main hallway in Building A, our staff is ready to help. If you have questions about paying your bill, graduation or you just need someone to talk to, this is the place to turn. Stop by or make an appointment by calling 785.670.2010.
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Student Support

The student experience is different for every person. Events happen in both your college life and your personal life. Some of them are expected while others might take you by surprise. We are here to help! Our Program Navigators/Advisors work with students as they traverse career training while our Campus Advocate offers a listening ear and can connect you with university and community services.

Navigators/Advisors

Your education can be an easier journey with good guidance and a solid plan. Together, we’ll prepare a route that takes you where you want to go. Invest in yourself at Washburn Tech. 

Program Navigators/Advisors are assigned to you based on your program of study.

Morgan Eggert, Program Navigator/Advisor
Morgan.Eggert@washburn.edu or 785.670.3358

  • Health Care (Advanced Health Care Tech, CMA, CNA, EMT, Health Care Tech, Home Health Aide, Phlebotomy, Practical Nursing, Surgical Technology and prerequisites)
  • Hospitality & Human Services (Culinary and Early Childhood Professional)
  • Transportation (Auto Collision, Auto Service Technician, Diesel Technology and Heavy Diesel Construction Technology)

Taylor Mather, Program Navigator/Advisor
Taylor.Mather@washburn.edu or 785.670.3359

  • Advanced Manufacturing (Advanced Systems Technology, Machine Tool Tech, Fast-Track Machine Tool, Welding, Fast-Track Welding and Welding Fabrication)
  • Business (Business Bookkeeping & Accounting, Health Services Asst., Legal Office Professional, Medical Office Asst., Medical Office Specialist and Office Careers Technology)
  • Computer & Networking Technology (Information Systems Technology)
  • Construction (Building Automation Systems, Building Technology (Carpentry), Cabinet/Millwork, Climate & Energy Control Technologies, Commercial & Heavy Construction and Electrical Technology)
  • Design & Drafting (Graphics Technology and Technical Drafting)

Angela Rice, Program Navigator/Advisor
Angela.Rice@washburn.edu or 785.670.3387

  • Carpentry - Building Technology (East Campus)
  • Certified Production Technician
  • Cosmetology

Campus Advocate

Our Campus Advocate is a person who is trained to provide support. Examples include navigating campus resources, completing forms, providing emotional support or sharing reporting options. The campus advocate offers these confidential services free of cost to all Washburn Tech students, instructors and staff. Services include:

• Safety planning
• ADA accomodations contact
• Emotional support
• Referrals to campus and community resources
• Client support at legal proceedings related to campus incidents
• Client support when seeking medical assistance related to campus incidents
• Assistance in providing transit between classes

Contact Shelley Bearman at 785.670.3364 or shelley.bearman@washburn.edu. Her office hours are 7:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Becoming an Ichabod

Our commitment to your success goes beyond top-notch technical instructors and cutting-edge technology. As an Ichabod, you have access to many services and programs on the Washburn Tech campus.

Little Learners at Washburn Tech offers child care to students who qualify. The Ichabod Shop at Washburn Tech makes textbook and supply purchases more convenient. Are you looking to make special connections? Join a student leadership organization and build relationships while giving back to the community.

Resources and activities are also available to you on the Washburn University campus. All Washburn Tech students may utilize Student Health Services and Student Counseling Services. If you are a post-secondary student, use your iCard to workout at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center or catch a football game in Yager Stadium. Some of our students live in residence halls on the Washburn University campus while attending class at Washburn Tech, allowing them to live a traditional college experience.

Check out all of the services, organizations and activities that are open to you and welcome to life as an Ichabod!

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Student Organizations

  • Explore the student organizations at Washburn Tech and how you can become involved in campus life.
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Campus Services

  • Washburn Tech students may utilize services on both the Washburn Tech and Washburn University campuses.
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Advantage Center

  • The Advantage Center offers tutoring as well as adult basic education classes that can prepare you for the GED exam.
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Little Learners

  • Little Learners provides child care services for Washburn Tech students, instructors and staff. Community families also may apply.
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iCard & IAlert

  • Sign up for these services which provide a great connection to both the Washburn Tech and Washburn University campuses.
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Campus Events

  • Washburn Tech hosts a series of events each academic year. Mark your calendar with important dates after checking out the 2020-21 calendar.
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Graduation

  • Washburn Tech schedules commencement in December and May. Find information and forms that will help prepare you for the celebration!
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Policies & Forms

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Dates & Deadlines

Fall 2020

  • August 12 - fall semester begins
  • August 28 - payment deadline (last day to set up payment plan)
  • September 7 - Labor Day holiday
  • September 21 - instructor inservice (no classes)
  • November 6 - last day to withdraw for fall semester
  • November 8-14 - Washburn Homecoming Week
  • November 25 - no instructors or classes
  • November 26 & 27 - Thanksgiving holiday break
  • December 10 - fall commencement
  • December 11 - end of fall semester
  • December 14 - instructor work day
  • December 15-24 - no instructors or students
  • December 25-31 - building closed

Spring 2021

  • January 1 - building closed
  • January 4-8 - instructor inservice (no students)
  • January 11 - spring semester begins
  • January 18 - MLK holiday (building closed)
  • January 29 - payment deadline (last day to set up payment plan)
  • March 8-12 - Spring Break
  • March 29 - last day to withdraw for spring semester
  • April 15 - National Technical Signing Day (virtual)
  • May 13 - spring commencement
  • May 14 - end of spring semester
  • May 17 - instructor work day
  • May 31 - Memorial Day holiday (building closed)

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