Topeka Relocation Guide 2009

SCHOOL *Washburn University Topeka, Kansas www.washburn.edu Kansas University Lawrence, Kansas 20 miles east of Topeka www.ku.edu Kansas State University Manhattan, Kansas 50 miles west of Topeka www.k-state.edu Emporia State University Emporia, Kansas 50 miles south of Topeka www.emporia.edu *Friends University Topeka Campus Main Campus: Wichita, Kansas www.friends.edu *Baker University Topeka Campus Main Campus: Baldwin, Kansas www.baker.spgs.edu University of Phoenix Topeka Campus http://graduate.phoenix.edu *Allen County Community College Burlingame Campus www.allencc.net EDUCATIONAL EMPHASIS FALL 2008 ENROLLMENT Law, Liberal Arts, Nursing, 6,545 Business Business, Liberal Arts, Medicine, Law Architecture, Engineering, Agriculture, Veterinary Science Topeka is a hub of higher education, allowing Shawnee County residents access to a wide spectrum of undergraduate and graduate level programs. Mascot: The Ichabod. Washburn’s mascot honors the school’s early benefactor, Ichabod Washburn, a 19th century Massachusetts industrialist. The original design of the studious-looking, tuxedo-clad figure was created in 1938 by Bradbury Thompson (ba ‘34), who became an internationally recognized graphic artist. Washburn’s place in the community extends beyond the traditional classroom. Hundreds of youngsters are welcomed to campus each summer as participants in sports camps, while others explore their creativity through programs offered by the Mulvane Art Museum. Washburn hosts the Quest Academic Competition that brings high school students from across the state to vie for the opportunity to participate in championship matches produced and televised by KTWU. The campus also is a center for cultural, sporting and educational activities. Annual events include Sunflower Music Festival and the Mulvane Mountain/Plains Art Festival, as well as regular performances at the Andrew J. and Georgia Neese Gray Theatre. 30,102 23,520 Education 6,404 Non-traditional adult education program: Business, Computers School of Professional & Graduate Studies: Business, Human Resources, Nursing Adult education; undergraduate degree program Associate Degree program 223 500 Not available 997 Is Washburn private – or public? Washburn is a publicly funded, independently governed, state coordinated university. The school was established in 1865 as Lincoln College by a charter issued by the State of Kansas and the General Association of Congregational Ministers and Churches of Kansas. In 1941, the citizens of Topeka endorsed Washburn by voting to establish a municipal university, supported in part by the city and governed by a local board of regents. In 1999, the university’s primary funding was moved from city property tax to county sales tax sources, with the school retaining status as a municipal subdivision of the state. In addition to local financial support, Washburn has received state funds since 1961, which have been coordinated by the Kansas Board of Regents since 1991. Washburn is governed by its own ninemember Board of Regents. University funding sources: The University is funded by local sales tax, a state operating grant and student tuition. Washburn University Yager Stadium Topek a Reloc at ion Gu ide 20 09 39 http://www.washburn.edu http://www.ku.edu http://www.k-state.edu http://www.emporia.edu http://www.friends.edu http://www.baker.spgs.edu http://graduate.phoenix.edu http://www.allencc.net

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Topeka Relocation Guide 2009 Contents Topeka's Pioneering Spirit Prevails During Turbulent Economic Times The Topeka & Shawnee County Library is "Your" Place Topeka Arts Community Grows Through ARTSConnect Topeka Bragging Rights History of Topeka Choosing Topeka Little Know Facts About Topeka 15 Things to Experience in Topeka What's a Young Professional to Do? Topeka in Profile Transportation Lodging Brick Oven: American Cuisine with a Multi-Cultural Twist Great Overland Station: Rich History, Elegant Architecture Religious Organizations Libraries, Shopping and Child Care Referral Housing Income Demographics Business and Industry Topeka MSA Employment Education Higher Education Opportunities Healthcare Local Transportation Taking Care of Pets Utilities Cultural Activities Trails Festivals Attractions Important Numbers Community Information Sources Licensing Agencies Employment Agencies

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