Established 1885

The Washburn Review
Established 1885

The Washburn Review
Established 1885

The Washburn Review
Alijah McCracken

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer

I am an Art History major and Museum and Curatorial Studies minor. My role in student media is copy editor and photographer.
All content by Alijah McCracken
Delicate art: Anyone in the Topeka community is welcome to view, buy and create glass art of their choice. Washburn grad and owner Kymm Ledbetter offers classes to the community to create their own custom pieces.

Prairie glass brings robust, unique art to Topeka community

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer
January 28, 2021
Exhibit: Simplifying life is the main theme of this gallery. Japanese design and natural elements was incorporated in each furniture set.

“The Swaddling House” a senior exhibition by Michaela Conley

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer
January 21, 2021
Catherine Tew stars as Alice in Wonderland in her installation that tells her life story. She intended to bring a sense of calmness to the viewers with her gallery.

“Escaping Reality” an art gallery by Catherine Tew

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer
January 14, 2021
Blue and white: This large holiday wreath decorates the entrance to the dining hall. It has helped add an element of Christmas cheer to the building.

Washburn Winter Walk

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer
December 21, 2020
Whats in a name?: Studio 62 is a popular art bar located in NOTO. Chelsea Smith and Jacques Smith wanted to create an inclusive space where people can feel welcomed and entertained.

[Photo] Foster your creativity at Studio 62

December 11, 2020
Light the way: The winding paths through the zoo are adorned with all manner of decorative lights. They ensure that guests dont get lost.

[Photo] WU-Tech carpentry students help build winter wonderland at the Topeka zoo

Matthew Self, Senior Editor
December 11, 2020
Look to the Past: Zandra Sneed-Dawkinss Woman of the Ages gallery is a dedication to womens value, strength, and determination. The seven women represent solidarity and responsibility in wearing a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Zandra Sneed-Dawkins Gallery

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer
November 17, 2020
An ofrenda, which is Spanish for the word offering, is a collection of objects placed on a ritual altar during the annual Day of the Dead Celebration.

[Photo] Organizations set up Día de los Muertos altar in the Union

Student Media Staff, Staff Reporter
November 5, 2020
Everlasting Imprint is a gallery show designed by senior art major Sarina Smith. It was created to show how plastic pollutes the environment and negatively affects animals, especially aquatic life.

Everlasting Imprint by Sarina Smith

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer
October 30, 2020
Another voice: A mask, a shirt and a few pins with the theme of human rights. Many businesses have sold such items with the issue of social injustice on our minds.

[Photo] Topeka Public Library gallery on pandemic

October 23, 2020
Truth: This is a slogan of the Black Lives Matter movement. It means that there cannot be any justice without any peace and vice versa.

[Photo] Washburn students target racial injustices


October 14, 2020
Melinda Hedgecorth performing a Flamenco dance during the Spanish songs Sevillanas and Son Cubano. Hedgecorth has studied, performed and taught Flamenco for many years.

Flamenco performance brings new colors to campus

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer
October 12, 2020
A protestor, participating in the Black Lives Matter-Topeka silent march/rally, holding a sign stating Breonna Taylor Deserves Justice. Breonna Taylor is a victim of injustice and wrongful acts from a police officer; which is one of the catalysts for many people to participate heavily in the Black Lives Matter movement.

Topeka Black Lives Matter Rally

Alijah McCracken, Copy Editor / Photographer
October 9, 2020
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