Transformational Experience culminates in one day event

The conversation begins as freshmen step on campus. Because of the Washburn Transformational Experience, it doesn’t end when they graduate.

Every semester since the TE began, students are given the opportunity to share their experience at Day of Transformation. Preparing for their public display or presentation helps them gain a rich appreciation of what their experience means to them in a formal way.

Rick Ellis, director of Center for Community Service and Civic Engagement, is overseeing the 13 oral and 31 poster presentations happening April 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mabee Library.

The director of the scholarly aspect of WTE, Donna LaLonde, said that viewers of Day of Transformation learn that the Transformational Experience is one of the greatest things this campus offers.

“Day of Transformation is a benefit to the college campus because of the great conversations of people doing great things,” said LaLonde.

Students and community members are encouraged to alter their path on Thursday and spend a few minutes walking through the library. There will be many opportunities for people to participate throughout the day and spend a talk with student presenters.

“If they come as skeptics, they leave as believers,” said LaLonde.

And the conversation continues.