Research, Technology and Library
"The research materials available through the Washburn Law Library are invaluable to me. As a solo practitioner, I rely on the library's voluminous collection of titles, which are essential to completing thorough research for my clients. I appreciate the law library's convenient schedule and extended hours and am impressed with the knowledge and expertise of the staff."
— Richard Harmon, Washburn Law Alumnus, Class of 1982
Research: The Nationally Recognized Washburn Law Library
The Washburn University School of Law Library consistently ranks high among law school libraries because of its extensive collection, innovative use of technology, and high praise by students, legal professionals, and others using the library's services.
One of the first to offer a web-based online catalog, the Washburn Law Library continues to adopt new technology and provide additional resources such as extensive digital collections to enhance its research capabilities.
Each year the Washburn Law Library adds more than 8,000 volumes to its collection, which now includes more than 385,000 total volumes. For the past 25 years, the Law Library has ranked in the top quarter of all law school libraries for new titles added to its collection. The Law Library actively collects law-related videos and DVDs to enhance the learning experience of students. More than 1,200 video titles are available from the library.
WashLaw, the legal research portal created by Washburn Law librarians, provides users with links to law-related materials on the Internet. It is one of the premier legal Internet research services, available to a worldwide audience of practicing and academic legal experts. It also hosts a large number of law-related discussion groups. The law school has three computer labs with the largest located on the second floor of the library.
Videoconferencing adds another dimension to the law school's communications. It is used for guest lectures, student organizations, trial advocacy, remote depositions, law-related continuing education, and student job interviews.
A Sophisticated Technological Learning Environment
In continuing its reputation for leading technology in legal education and enhancing academic excellence, every classroom is wired to facilitate laptop use. State-of-the-art teaching devices are installed in each classroom.
These enhancements complement the already existing high-speed wireless network available to students throughout the law building. Also, new courses in law practice technologies give students additional skills upon graduation.
The Robinson Courtroom and Bianchino Technology Center features one of the finest training courtrooms in legal education. Washburn Law’s classrooms, library, clinic, study areas, computer labs, and administrative offices are all located in an inviting 87,000 square-foot building.
Courtroom
The contemporary courtroom incorporates current technology, including video teleconferencing, Internet access for remote broadcast of trials, evidence presentation, and electronic legal research. Washburn Law students trained in this courtroom are comfortable and knowledgeable about courtroom technology and presenting evidence electronically.
