TOPEKA, Kan. — Washburn University has announced its graduating class of students in fall 2018.

Washburn’s commencement ceremony took place Dec. 14 in Lee Arena.

“This class of students has accomplished great things while at Washburn and I know they will continue to succeed in their careers. I congratulate all of them on their hard work and dedication to success,” said Dr. Jerry Farley, Washburn University president.

Local students who were among the fall 2018 graduating class include the following

Bennington
Zachery Schuman, Associate of Liberal Studies in Liberal Studies

Salina
Anita Sampson, Master of Arts in Human Services

Smolan
Brooke Petty, Master of Arts in Communication and Leadership

About Washburn- Founded in 1865, Washburn University is a public institution with more than 8,000 students and 1,000 faculty and staff involved in more than 200 academic programs. Washburn’s programs lead to certification, associate, bachelor, master’s degree or doctor of nursing practice and juris doctor degrees.