The Washburn Review

Topeka Zoo wins award

January 2, 2019

Topeka Zoo began construction on their new African exhibit under the name of Camp Cowabunga in July 2017. Camp Cowabunga opened their gates to visitors in August 2018 and has been praised since then.Camp Cowabunga mimics a tru...

Penguin visits the Topeka Zoo

November 12, 2018

Recently, a penguin from the Kansas City Zoo made an appearance Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Topeka Zoo. The event started at 6:30 p.m. It was a special treat for everyone visiting the zoo this week. On Thursday, the Conservation Connect...

The Zoo Makes News

October 6, 2018

The Topeka Zoo and Conservation Center is making great strides to create a more enticing experience and reach a broader community. Home to more than 400 animals and with 200,000 visitors a year, the Topeka Zoo has decided tha...

Fall activities in Topeka

October 4, 2018

During the month of October, the Topeka Zoo offers activities for students and families to attend. One event is the Fright Fest at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13.Z'mariah Lee, freshman liberal arts major, enjoys visiting the Topeka Z...

Candy-time: Boo at the Zoo is a sweet event, no matter which age. These scary witches entertained and handed out candy to any daring children brave enough to stop by.

Boo at the Zoo captures spirit of Halloween

October 23, 2017

Players lining up near the entrance. The zoo provided phone charging stations so attendees could continue playing throughout the evening.

Topeka Zoo ‘Safari Zone’ offers Pokemon GO fans a place to play

August 4, 2016

Llama Love: Two best friends lure the llama to the fence with food provided by the Topeka Zoo. The petting zoo was a popular attraction for visitors of all ages.

Topeka Zoo educates students on World’s Oceans Day

June 14, 2016

Bod Brief: Zoo hosts animal Easter egg hunt

March 11, 2016

Professors expand horizons studying abroad in South Africa

February 26, 2014