2008-2009 Student Ambassadors
Washburn Law Student Ambassadors are active in the recruiting of prospective students, providing tours of the law school and assisting the Admissions Office in a variety of special events.
Our Student Ambassadors are happy to talk with you about their experiences at Washburn Law.
Ashley Barton — 2L
Undergraduate School: Truman State University
Undergraduate Major: French
Hometown/State: Kansas City, Missouri
ashley.barton [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law has a great family atmosphere. This was something for which I looked long and hard. It is nice to have a school family while I am away from my family."
Vo-Laria Brooks — 2L
Undergraduate School: University of Missouri-Columbia
Undergraduate Majors: Marketing, MBA
Hometown/State: Blue Spring, Missouri
volaria.brooks [at] washburn.edu
"I decided to attend Washburn after speaking with an ambassador and visting the campus. The experince I have had as a non-traditional student has been great. The faculty, staff and student body are here to answer any questions you have and help you throughout your legal education."
Jennifer Brown — 2L
Undergraduate School: Colorado State University
Undergraduate Major: Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Real Estate
Hometown/State: Lamar, Colorado
jennifer.brown1 [at] washburn.edu
"After visiting over twenty law schools in cities all over the United States, Washburn was an easy pick for me. Washburn is inviting to all varieties of students and it is such a comfortable place to be."
Kari Burks — 3L
Undergraduate School: Pittsburg State University
Undergraduate Major: Justice and Policy Studies
Hometown/State: Girard, Kansas
kari.burks [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law was the first and only law school I visited. After meeting with admissions and other individuals at Washburn Law, I knew Washburn Law was the right choice."
Angela Carlon — 3L
Undergraduate School: University of Kansas
Undergraduate Majors: Political Science and International Studies
Hometown/State: Shawnee, Kansas
angela.carlon [at] washburn.edu
"Coming to Washburn Law was the best decision I could have made for my legal career. Based upon the personal attention I received from professors and staff and the caliber of education I have received here."
Jessica Casterline — 3L
Undergraduate School: University of Kansas
Undergraduate Majors: Spanish and Political Science
Hometown/State: Dodge City, Kansas
jessica.casterline [at] washburn.edu
"The collegial atmosphere at Washburn Law provides students with the confidence needed to succeed in the classroom and in their legal careers. Also, Washburn Law offers various extracurricular activities that create comradery among the students and professors which produce lasting professional relationships."
Andrew Clark — 2L
Undergraduate School: Creighton University
Undergraduate Major: Finance
Hometown/State: Wichita, Kansas
andrew.clark1 [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn University School of Law was the perfect fit for me. The small class sizes create the perfect environment for me to comfortably take on the rigorous challenges of law school."
Paul Cope — 3L
Undergraduate School: Pittsburg State University
Undergraduate Major: Political Science
Hometown/State: LaCygne, Kansas
paul.cope [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law has been everything I could have hoped for in a school and much more. The faculty is second to none, the resources available are unparalleled by any other institution, and the student body is as good as it gets. The skills taught here and the level of professionalism with which the courses are taught makes Washburn Law an amazing place to learn. I know that when I graduate from Washburn Law and head out into practice that I will be equipped with the proper tools and skills to be a successful attorney."
Alejandro Cuellar — 3L
Undergraduate School: University of Texas at El Paso
Undergraduate Major: Political Science
Hometown/State: El Paso, Texas
alejandro.cuellar [at] washburn.edu
"I attended a Law Career Fair where I was approached by dozens of different law school representatives. Even though I was not familiar with Washburn Law, the representative provided an ample amount of knowledge on both the academic and social perspectives of what Washburn Law had to offer. In such a stressful time of my life, I found her words of wisdom and candor to be quite helpful and reassuring that not all law schools are just in the "business" of making money. Washburn Law's excellent reputation shined through its representative and made me feel welcome at a school which I ultimately call my second home. I want to provide other prospective students with that same level of comfort and reassurance that law school may be an extremely difficult concept to grasp, but with the support of faculty and friends, it can be manageable and extremely joyful."
Regan Duckworth — 3L
Undergraduate School: University of Utah
Undergraduate Major: International Studies
Hometown/State: Salt Lake City, Utah
regan.duckworth [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn's resources have given me opportunities that I would not have found anywhere else. For this reason, I want to share my experience with prospective students."
Alan Dunaway — 2L
Undergraduate School: University of Utah
Undergraduate Major: Music
Hometown/State: Salt Lake City, Utah
alan.dunaway [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn has been a great fit for me. I've spent time individually with professors who are committed to student success. The comraderie between students is incredible."
Daniel Heinz — 2L
Undergraduate School: Kansas State University
Undergraduate Major: Theatre
Hometown/State: Topeka, Kansas
daniel.heinz [at] washburn.edu
"I've found that Washburn strikes a perfect balance: supporting my efforts while challenging me to improve."
Tiffany Hogan — 3L
Undergraduate School: Mercer University
Undergraduate Majors: Marketing and Management
Hometown/State: Milledgeville, Georgia
tiffany.hogan [at] washburn.edu
"As an out-of-state student, I have enjoyed my experience at Washburn Law. I believe it is important that interested out-of-state students have a student ambassador with similar experiences."
Alice Hughes — 2L
Undergraduate School: Washburn University
Undergraduate Major: History
Hometown/State: Leavenworth, Kansas
alice.hughes [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law is a school dedicated to each and every student. From helping you to succeed in class, to ensuring that you pass the bar and find the career of your dreams, every faculty and staff member strives to make sure you excel."
Brent Johnston — 3L
Undergraduate School: Arizona State University
Undergraduate Majors: Business / Communications
Hometown/State: Mesa, Arizona
brent.johnston [at] washburn.edu
"I have been extremely impressed with the experience I have had at Washburn Law. I believe Washburn Law offers a combination of a high quality legal education and a friendly, enjoyable environment that cannot be found anywhere else."
Tawna Leach — 2L
Undergraduate School: University of Nebraska-Kearney
Undergraduate Major: Political Science
Hometown/State: Holdrege, Nebraska
tawna.leach [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn has been an amazing experience because the people here are so friendly and willing to help. It is like a home away from home."
Kimberly Lynch — 3L
Undergraduate School: Washburn University
Hometown/State: Kansas City, Kansas
kimberly.lynch [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law is unique compared to typical law school because the staff, professors, and students are more like family. Professors have an open door policy and encourage students to ask questions and get excited about their legal education. If a student is struggling both fellow students and professors work to help that student become successful. It is not about competition at Washburn Law, it is about teamwork just like in practice."
Katherine McBride — 2L
Undergraduate School: St. Olaf College (Minnesota)
Undergraduate Majora: Philosophy and American Studies
Hometown/State: Tampa, Florida
katherine.mcbride [at] washburn.edu
"When I came to Washburn Law, I was immediately welcomed into the legal and academic atmosphere. Even as an out-of-state and minority student, I have always felt that I was a valued part of the Washburn Law community."
Megan McCann — 3L
Undergraduate School: Kansas State University
Undergraduate Major: Business Administration
Hometown/State: Cimarron, Kansas
megan.mccann [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law is a great place to go to school. The atmosphere is welcoming and the people are friendly. It was definitely the right choice for me."
Kevin Mechtley — 3L
Undergraduate School: University of Kansas
Undergraduate Major: Political Science
Hometown/State: Topeka, Kansas
kevin.mechtley [at] washburn.edu
"I have found a home at Washburn Law. Coming here has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. I have found so many wonderful friends, a great environment to study the law, and have made connections with multiple professors that have given me a great opportunity to learn."
Ryan Meyer — 2L
Undergraduate School: Wichita State University
Undergraduate Major: History
Hometown/State: Augusta, Kansas
ryan.meyer [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law provides a opportunity to earn a great legal education as well as having a faculty and administration that really care about each student. My experience thus far has been extremely challenging and exciting."
Blake Murray — 2L
Undergraduate School: Brigham Young University-Idaho
Undergraduate Major: Business Management
Hometown/State: Idaho Falls, Idaho
blake.murray [at] washburn.edu
"I was concerned about going through law school with a family, but the faculty and staff at Washburn have made it a very enjoyable and doable process. It has been a great experience for both me and my family."
Andrea Ohlman — 2L
Undergraduate School: Bethany College
Undergraduate Majors: History and Political Science
Hometown/State: Emporia, Kansas
andrea.ohlman [at] washburn.edu
"My decision to attend Washburn Law was not difficult. I knew I wanted to stay in Kansas, and it was evident that Washburn would provide both the education and tools I would need to have a successful legal career."
Joseph Parsons — 3L
Undergraduate School: Wayland Baptist University
Undergraduate Majors: Political Science and Business Administration
Hometown/State: Amarillo, Texas
joseph.parsons [at] washburn.edu
"I would like to represent Washburn Law and help encourage prospective students to make the right decision. I am very pleased with my experience at Washburn Law and would like to share this with those wondering what our school is all about."
Stephanie Ralston — 2L
Undergraduate School: University of Kansas
Undergraduate Major: History
Hometown/State: Topeka, Kansas
stephanie.ralston [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law feels like my second home. The atmosphere is very welcoming and everyone is easy to talk to. I enjoyed my first tour of the law school, and I hope to provide the same experience for prospective students!"
Rebecca Rookstool — 3L
Undergraduate School: Kansas State University
Undergraduate Majors: Agriculture and Animal Sciences & Industry
Hometown/State: El Dorado, Kansas
rebecca.rookstool [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law is a school that supports learning in a respectful and friendly atmosphere."
Theresa Staudinger — 2L
Undergraduate School: Kansas State University
Undergraduate Major: Family Studies Human Services with emphasis in Financial Planning
Hometown/State: Wilson, Kansas
theresa.staudinger [at] washburn.edu
"When you walk into Washburn Law you can feel the support of students and faculty members that is important to success in law school."
Jonathan Stokes — 2L
Undergraduate School: Louisiana College
Undergraduate Major: History
Hometown/State: Alexandria, Louisiana
jonathan.stokes [at] washburn.edu
"Washburn Law immediately impressed me with its focus on student learning. As an out-of-stater, I at once felt welcomed. As a law student, I felt challenged."
Eric Weslander — 2L
Undergraduate School: University of Kansas
Undergraduate Major: Journalism
Hometown/State: Lawrence, Kansas
john.weslander [at] washburn.edu
"Two things stand out about Washburn Law: first, the student-friendly environment, which is challenging but collegial, and second, the loyal network of alumni who provide strong support for the school and for students. Since coming here, I have met great friends and people who I hope will become lifelong mentors."
