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Established 1885

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Aja Carter

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review

Hello, my name is Aja! I am a junior mass media major with a concentration in journalism and a reporter for the Washburn Review. I'm originally from Virginia, but I've lived in a couple of other states. I really enjoy writing, music, and spending time with my family. Outside of school and reporting for Student Media, I volunteer at my church, Light of the World Christian Center.

 

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Employer speaks with students and introduce their organizations. This semester’s career fair held 140 organizations, including graduate schools looking to recruit Washburn students.

2023 Spring Career Fair helps students connect with employers

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
February 23, 2023
Mazachek listens to a student talk about their hopes for the campus future. Students and faculty were able to greet Mazachek in the Memorial Union during “Sip, Sip, Hooray.”

JuliAnn Mazachek starts her first day as Washburn’s new president

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
February 2, 2023
Students raise concerns over the small desks in Morgan Hall. The diversity and inclusion office stated the desks will not be considered for replacement until they are worn out.

[Photo] One size doesn’t fit all: Desks in Morgan Hall raise concerns for students

January 31, 2023
Black Student Union recites a list of requests for Washburn administration. These requests were created by previous BSU members in 2019 and still have not been put into action.

BSU recites a list of requests for Washburn administration

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
December 3, 2022
Holly O’Neil releases a statement apologizing for the incident. ONeil sent this statement to the Washburn Review today and the incident is still under investigation.

Professor accused of cultural appropriation releases statement

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
November 4, 2022
Holly O’Neil releases a statement apologizing for the incident. ONeil sent this statement to the Washburn Review today and the incident is still under investigation.

New details in ongoing cultural appropriation investigation revealed

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
November 3, 2022
Students and the Washburn Fimmakers Association listen as Allan Holzman, editor and director, talks about his film. Tuesday Oct. 25., Holzman showcased his new film C-C-Cut during the WFA meeting.

Allan Holzman showcases new film, ‘C-C-C-ut.’

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
November 2, 2022
Viewers should definitely say yep to Nope

Viewers should definitely say yep to ‘Nope’

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
October 29, 2022
Holly O’Neil releases a statement apologizing for the incident. ONeil sent this statement to the Washburn Review today and the incident is still under investigation.

Chemistry professor under fire after accusations of cultural appropriation 

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
October 29, 2022
Holzman discusses his passion for film editing. He encouraged each student to pursue their passions as well.

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Students and Washburn Fimmakers Association listen as Allan Holzman, editor and director, talks about his film. Tuesday Oct. 25., Holzman showcased his new film C-C-Cut during the WFA meeting.

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Students ask Holzman questions about his new film, life and filmmaking. Holzman kept the students entertained with his life stories and jokes.

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The Campus Activities Board hosts the “It’s Just A Costume” event to teach students about cultural appropriation. The event was held Friday, Oct. 21 in the Union Market.

Megan Dorantes discusses cultural appropriation and Halloween costumes

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
October 26, 2022
Bearman asks Strossen about the importance of free speech. Strossen discussed how free speech is important to every college student.

Nadine Strossen discusses free speech at iREAD lecture

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
October 19, 2022
Zeta Tau Alpha presents philanthropy week to raise awareness and educate students about breast cancer. Zeta raised money thoughout the week and donated it various foundations in support of breast cancer awareness.

Zeta Tau Alpha wraps up its philanthropy week

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
October 12, 2022
Former Washburn University president Jerry Farley holds up a blanket gifted to him by the Washburn athletics department. Washburn athletics gave him the blanket as a thank you for his many years of service and support.

Washburn athletic department welcomes Hall of Fame class of 2022

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
October 5, 2022
Cheerleaders and band celebrate as they await Farley’s send off. Washburn held a farewell send off for former president Jerry Farley on Sept. 30.

Washburn says farewell to former president

October 3, 2022
The annual Russell Jacob’s Lecture in Philosophy returns with Dr. Agnes Callard on the “What Is Free Speech” event. This event began at 7:30 p.m. and was held on Sept. 20, 2022 at the Bradbury Thompson Alumni Center.

Agnes Callard speaks on free speech at recent Russell Jacobs Lecture

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
September 25, 2022
Students of all backgrounds were invited to attend the HALO event. HALO encouraged the sharing of Hispanic culture across people, regardless of their origin.

HALO kicks off Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month with a celebration

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
September 22, 2022
Tom Prasch smiles for a picture as he discusses Moorish art at a recent International Brown Bag Lecture. The lecture was held Sept. 7 in the International House.

Prasch discusses architectural history at International Brown Bag lecture

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
September 13, 2022
Students dance and have a good time at the Silent Headphone Disco. The headphone disco took place on Aug. 31.

Students jam in silence

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
September 7, 2022
Students meet sorority and fraternity representatives to learn more about Greek life. Meet the Greeks was held on Friday Aug. 26.

MGC showcases multicultural Greek life to students

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
September 1, 2022
Student Chloe Chaffin showcases the menstrual products that can now be found in womens restrooms on campus. This project took several months to complete.

URGE supplies free menstrual products in women’s restrooms

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
August 29, 2022
B.O.B.What are your thoughts on the Roe v. Wade leak?

B.O.B.What are your thoughts on the Roe v. Wade leak?

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
May 12, 2022
Jayme Burdiek, the 2022 Dicus Teaching award winner. Burdiek was nominated by the Deans Student Advisory Council on April 18th.

School of Business lecturer receives 2022 Dicus Teaching Award

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
May 5, 2022
Students Vladislav Baidin and Anastasia Lurkova pose for a picture during Celebration of Cultures. Washburn International Club hosted the event in the Memorial Union April 20, 2022.

International students showcase their cultures

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
April 28, 2022
Jaharia Vondu’s first round performance. Washburn University Gaypril’s Drag Show, entitled “Hello Darling,” took place April 15, 2022.

Washburn hosts Gaypril drag show

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
April 22, 2022
Participants finish their second lap around the Eastern Union Lawn. WSGA hosted the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event April 9, 2022.

Students “Walk a mile in her shoes”: bringing awareness to sexual assault

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
April 13, 2022
Washburn University Theatre presents “Urinetown: The Musical” April 7-9 at 7:30 p.m. and April 10 at 2 p.m. The show will be held in the Neese Gray Theatre on campus.

Washburn University Theatre presents “Urinetown: The Musical”

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
April 7, 2022
Students fill up on water and throw colored powder at the Holi Festival. The Holi Festival was held on Saturday, March 26.

Holi Festival comes to Topeka

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
March 31, 2022
Bods on the block: Who do you think will win the March Madness Tournament?

Bods on the block: Who do you think will win the March Madness Tournament?

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
March 25, 2022
Sophomore Aja Carter and activist Albert Woodfox shake hands at WUmesters spring event. This event was held on Mar. 1, 2022.

Albert Woodfox tells his truth at recent WUmester event

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
March 8, 2022
Jane Bolin was the first Black female judge to serve in the United States. She was a trailblazing attorney and an advocate for civil service, civil rights, childrens rights and education.

Prominent African Americans in History: Jane Bolin served as the first female African American judge in the United States

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
February 28, 2022
Benjamin O. Davis Sr. dedicated 50 years to desegregating the U.S. Army. He became the first African American to attain the rank of brigadier general.

Prominent African Americans in History: Benjamin O. Davis Sr. strives for a desegregated army

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
February 21, 2022
Claudette Colvin is an activist whos actions paved the way for other activists such as Rosa Parks. After refusing to give up her seat on the bus, she got detained for her actions.

Prominent African Americans from History: Claudette Colvin refuses to move to the back of the bus

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
February 14, 2022
Robert Sengstacke Abbott, also known as the the “Father of Black Journalism” was able to shine a light on the injustices during his lifetime. He is still remembered for his remarkable career.

Prominent African Americans from History: the “Father of Black Journalism”

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
February 7, 2022
Shirley Chisholm is the first in this series that are going to be highlighted. She was an advocate for the rights of African Americans and women throughout her career.

Prominent African Americans from History: Shirley Chisholm fights for equality

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
February 1, 2022
Freshman Brianna Buss studies in the Mabee Library. Buss is a radiologic technology major.

Ichabods get back to the basics

Aja Carter, Editor-in-Chief Washburn Review
January 26, 2022
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