Meet the SOCs | Washburn University

Student Orientation Counselors

Student Orientation Counselors (SOCs) are current Washburn students who are here to help with your transition to college at Washburn University. SOCs are student who like to welcome new students and share their college experience with new students and families. Each year, we look to create a team of diverse identities, represent various different majors, hometowns, and involvement.

Apply to be a SOC for Summer 2024

Applications for the Student Orientation Counselor position will open in September for Summer 2024.

Questions? Please contact the Director of Student Orientation and Transition Programs, Carissa Schmidtlein at carissa.schmidtlein@washburn.edu or at 785-670-1834.

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GET IN TOUCH WITH Student Orientation & Transition Programs

Student Orientation & Transition Programs
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621

Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Phone & Email
785.670.2034
orientation@washburn.edu