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The Washburn Review
Established 1885

The Washburn Review
Established 1885

The Washburn Review
Rakesh Swarnakar

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor

Hi, I am Rakesh! I am a sophomore majoring in Computer Information Science and Mathematics. I work as a copy editor and content creator for student media. I also sever as one of the tutor for Mathematics department. I like watching sci-fi movies, series and I enjoy cooking a lot.

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WU Fest holds over 30 organizations on the Union Lawn on Aug. 29 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Students walked from booth to booth to check out each organization as well as able to play different games and activities.

WU Fest introduces students to campus organizations

Malachi Lewis and Rakesh Swarnakar
September 5, 2023
"The Exorcist" is a cinematic masterpiece that will make your head spin long after viewing

“The Exorcist” is a cinematic masterpiece that will make your head spin long after viewing

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
October 28, 2022
Shane Van Dalsem wins the Kaw Valley Bank Award for his excellence in research. Val Dalsem has been at Washburn since 2015.

Business professor receives the Kaw Valley Bank Award for Research Excellence

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
May 9, 2022
Washburn’s tenth Big Event will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 30. Volunteers will be helping the local community of Topeka.

Bods give back to the community through Big Event

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
April 25, 2022
Dr. Andrew Herbig honoring students with Tri Beta cord. The Tri Beta initiation was conducted on Tuesday, April 5 at the Bradbury Thompson alumni center.

Biological science honor society inducts new members

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
April 12, 2022
Shota Nagino (left), senior sociology major, and Jackson Woods (right), senior sociology major, volunteer their time to repackage bundles of diapers together at Community Action. Repackaged diapers are given to families in need every month.

Students give back by facilitating a diaper drive

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
March 29, 2022
Study with buddies: Students prepare themselves for mid-term and finals. Students can be seen studying in groups for the exams and helping each other out with questions.

On-campus resources to finish the semester strong

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
March 23, 2022
Quinn Leffingwell has some great ideas to make the university more safe and interactive. Voting for WSGA President and Vice President opens March, 8.

Leffingwell hopes to improve campus life for students as VP

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
March 7, 2022
Various student organizations and departments set up tables and talked to students at BOWTIE on Thursday, Feb. 10. BOWTIE happens every semester in Washburn A & B and is an opportunity for new and returning students to find ways to get involved.

Bowtie encourages students engage on campus

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
February 14, 2022
High school participants work eagerly during the 2021 Leadership Challenge Event. 37 teams will be competing this year.

Students challenge themselves in Leadership Challenge Event

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
February 11, 2022
Christmas Lights on the streets of Columbia, South Carolina. Houses were lit up to spread Christmas cheer.

Having a holly and jolly first christmas

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
January 4, 2022
The construction work is planned by Washburn University Alumni Association and Foundation

New architecture gets built next to Yager Stadium

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
December 17, 2021
In motion: Rudy Currence performing his new song "I belong Here" on Nov. 3, 2021. The event was organized by CAB and OSID.

Rudy Currence spreads joy in Washburn A&B

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
November 10, 2021
Get jazzy: The trio preforms a cover of "Ain't Miss Behavin'". Live Music was provided by Baby J.

Fun fills the union during Scorch on the Porch

Rakesh Swarnakar, Copy Editor
November 2, 2021
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