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TAKOMA PARK, Md. – Washington Adventist University (WAU) recently hosted its first-ever Talent Identification Camp, designed to expedite the matriculation process for prospective student-athletes. This innovative event resulted in the signing of four players to the university’s athletic programs: Kemoi Jones – North County High School Nicholas Vega – E.L. Haynes Public Charter School Steven …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. – Two Washington Adventist University (WAU) graduates, Francisca Kimbembe and Vanya Huarca, recently shared highlights of their enriching experiences studying abroad through the Adventist Colleges Abroad (ACA) program. Both students, who graduated in December 2024, majored in Biology and Honors Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Chemistry. They will join their classmates …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. (AP) — January marks Mental Wellness Month, an annual opportunity to prioritize mental health and develop habits that foster emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being. At Washington Adventist University (WAU), the Department of Psychology and Counseling, in collaboration with the newly established WAU Psychology Club, is urging the campus community to focus on …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) welcomed students, faculty, and staff to the spring semester with its first convocation of 2025 on Wednesday, January 15th. The program, set a hopeful and inspiring tone for the new year with a focus on faith, growth, and academic excellence. Junior Aguilar, president of the Student Association, …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) held its final convocation of the year on Wednesday, December 4, a spiritually uplifting event marked by the baptism of two students, Titus Aina and Chenelle Gordon. Their testimonies of faith and redemption inspired attendees, showcasing the transformative power of God in their lives. For Titus Aina, …

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A delegation of WAU Honors College students participated in the National Model United Nations Conference (NMUN) last weekend and earned an Honorable Mention for their work drafting and debating resolutions. WAU has been attending the NMUN conference since 2022 and this year marks the first time it has received one of the awards handed out by conference organizers.   WAU students …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md: Marking 10 successful years of Indo-US Strategic Partnership for Equitable World, Global Equity Alliance Summit was hosted by Washington Adventist University at Sligo Seventh Day-Adventist Church, on November 22. Aimed primarily at advancing minority empowerment by fostering dialogue on minority welfare and education, renowned academicians, business and thought leaders and policymakers held …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Dr. Ekaterina Tomenko, a Washington Adventist University (WAU) alumna, recently sat down with students and faculty during a WAU convocation, sharing her journey of faith, resilience, and dedication to service. Her story, from her roots in Russia to her impactful career in dentistry, exemplifies the university’s mission of compassionate outreach. Reflecting …

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Washington Adventist University (WAU) celebrates its diverse and inclusive campus environment, with students from 55 countries across five continents calling the university their “second home.” Entering Wilkinson Hall, visitors are greeted by a vibrant display of flags, each representing WAU’s international community. This academic year, WAU’s largest international student populations hail from India, Brazil, Mexico, …

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