TOPEKA, KANSAS (June 16, 2026) — Washburn University is pleased to announce the students in its spring 2026 graduating class. These students completed their courses for certificates, Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and doctorate degrees — more than 1,400 total from Washburn University, Washburn University School of Law, and Washburn Institute of Technology (Washburn Tech).
"Commencement is one of my favorite traditions because it gives us the opportunity to celebrate our students and all they have achieved," said Dr JuliAnn Mazachek, President, Washburn University.
"Their hard work, perseverance, and commitment have brought them to this milestone. We are proud to welcome them into our alumni community and look forward to the impact they will make in their professions, communities, and beyond."
Ryan Simatovich from Eldridge, Iowa, 52748, graduated with a certificate or degree in Law
About Washburn — Founded in 1865, Washburn University is a public institution with more than 8,000 students involved in more than 200 academic programs. Washburn's programs lead to certification, Associate, Bachelor's, Master's degree, or doctor of nursing practice and juris doctor degrees. The programs are offered through Washburn's six primary academic units — the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Applied Studies, the Gregory D and Ronda K Brenneman School of Business, the Harmony J Hines School of Nursing, the School of Law, and Washburn Tech.
All programs are offered on either the 160-acre residential campus in the heart of Topeka, Kansas, at Washburn Tech's McPherson Campus, Washburn Tech East, or Washburn Tech North. Washburn University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association and many of the individual programs have additional accreditations.
