TAKOMA PARK, Md. (AP) — Washington Adventist University (WAU) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Leonardo Martins, affectionately known as “Leo,” as the new Chair of the Department of Health, Wellness, and Physical Education (HWPE). Originally from Brazil, Dr. Martins brings over two decades of experience in physical education and a passion for …
TAKOMA PARK, Md. (AP) — Washington Adventist University (WAU) is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. LaVonne Browne as the new Chair and Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling. Dr. Browne brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to student success in her new role, where she will lead the university’s psychology …
TAKOMA PARK, Md. (AP) — Washington Adventist University (WAU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jiwan Stefan Moon as the new chaplain. A third-generation pastor and fourth-generation Adventist, Moon brings a wealth of experience in youth and young adult ministry, along with a deep commitment to mission work. Affectionately known by his mentees …
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Takoma Park, Md. — Junior Aguilar and Ali Bryan, senior and sophomore theology students from Washington Adventist University, embarked on an enriching summer experience from June 27 to August 3. The duo traveled to California to serve as Bible counselors and assistant evangelists at the “Journey to Joy” Bible Conference under the guidance of Dr. …
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While much of the WAU campus was dormant during the summer months, one corner of the campus was alive with music through July and August. From July 8 – 19, Flute-a-rama, run by WAU flute instructor Melissa Lindon, was held in the Peters Music Center. Designed for students from grades 6-12, over 30 students took …
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TAKOMA PARK, MD – Washington Adventist University (WAU) has been honored with the prestigious NAIA Champions of Character Five-Star Institution Award for the 2023-2024 academic year. This accolade recognizes WAU’s unwavering commitment to fostering a culture of integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership within its athletics programs and across its campus community. The NAIA (National …
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Takoma Park, MD – Washington Adventist University (WAU) has been approved for Maryland’s Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund (CCCPDF) grant for the 2024-2025 school year. This grant will cover 100% of tuition and fees for recipients, supporting early childhood care providers in furthering their education. WAU offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in …
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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Dirk Whatley, the accomplished enrollment leader at Washington Adventist University (WAU), has been elected as the President-Elect of the Urban Enrollment Association, part of the Adventist Association of Colleges and Universities (AACU). This esteemed position recognizes Whatley’s significant contributions to the field of enrollment and marketing within the Adventist education system. …
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Twelve Washington Adventist University (WAU) team members, led by university president Dr. Weymouth Spence, traveled to Mandeville, Jamaica, to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Northern Caribbean University (NCU). The MOU between Northern Caribbean University (NCU) and Washington Adventist University (WAU) was born from discussions with the Jamaican Ambassador to the USA, Audrey Patrice …
COLUMBIA, MD – Washington Adventist University is pleased to announce the North American Division Hispanic Scholarship Fund, designed to provide financial aid for full-time graduate and post-graduate Hispanic students who are based in the North American Division. This fund is intended for faithful Seventh-day Adventist Church members in good standing, whose financial resources are inadequate …
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