Identity and Dialogue: Unveiling the Spectrum of Seventh-day Adventism at the 2024 Keough Conference

  TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) hosted the 2024 Keough Conference on March 15-16, under the leadership of Dr. Hemmings, chair of the Religion Department. The event brought together experts on the WAU campus to explore the question, “Who is a Seventh-day Adventist?” The conference featured keynote speaker Dr. Michael Campbell, director …

Excellence in Nursing Education: Recognizing Dr. Oluwakemi Opanubi and Dr. Jercilla Murmu at Washington Adventist University

TAKOMA PARK, MD –   Maryland Higher Education Commission institutes nursing awards annually, aiming to support nursing programs in the state. For the past year 2023, Washington Adventist University is honored to be acknowledged for two certificates: Excellent in Teaching assigned to Dr. Oluwakemi Opanubi, and Engagement in Nursing Program & Institution to Dr. Jercilla …

Notes of Distinction: WAU Students Solo at Carnegie Hall

TAKOMA PARK, MD – The Music department of Washington Adventist University is warming up the wheels for the next big event on the schedule. On Sunday 31st of March, two students from the Carnegie Scholars Program will perform as soloists in New York, at the world-famous Carnegie Hall, on the Perelman Stage.  The Carnegie Scholars …

The Journey of International Students LaToya Evans-Swain and Glenese Tulloch at WAU

TAKOMA PARK, Md. — At Washington Adventist University (WAU), the international community is vibrant and integral. It draws students from across the globe eager to make a mark in the world. The university prides itself on fostering an environment that is not only welcoming but also deeply committed to its students’ success. Navigating the complexities …

WAU Students Win Awards at Model United Nations Event at the U.S. State Department

On Friday, February 23, 2024, Dr. Jonathan Scriven, Associate Director of the WAU Honors College and Director of the Center for Global Programs, took 16 students to participate in the first International Labor Organization Model UN conference (Model ILO) held at the U.S. State Department in Washington, DC.  The event focused on legislation that would …

WAU Secures Automatic Bid to the 2024 NAIA National Tournament and Advances to the CAC Finals After a 67-60 Victory Over #2 Florida National

LAWRENCE, KS – The Washington Adventist University (WAU) men’s basketball team secured a triumphant path to the 2024 CAC Championship Tournament finals with a resounding victory last night. As the third seed, WAU (18-9, 5-2) claimed a decisive 67-60 win over the second-seeded Florida National University (FNU) in Lawrence, KS. Derrick Hopkins of the Shock …

Washington Adventist University Soccer Stars Shine Bright: Selected for DC United Under-23 Squad

TAKOMA PARK, MD – The regular season has drawn to a close, but the soccer team of Washington Adventist University shows no signs of slowing down. Following their historic achievement as the first team to ever reach the Conference Tournament, Danny Carroll’s squad wasted no time, hitting the training ground once again in February. The …

Washington Adventist University’s Music Department Earns Nomination for ACDA Regional Conference 2024

TAKOMA PARK, MD  — The music department of Washington Adventist University continues to demonstrate the remarkable potential of its students with its latest achievement: a nomination to perform for the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Regional Conference of 2024. Each year, ACDA alternates between regional and national conferences. This year’s regional conferences are being held …

Washington Adventist University’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies Launches Workforce Development Training with the Center for Social Change

Washington Adventist University is delighted to partner with the Center for Social Change in Elkridge, MD in continually realizing its mission of providing services of the highest quality for people with cognitive and developmental disabilities and related disorders. The Center for Social Change operates more than 40 residential facilities across the state of Maryland and a …

WAU Competes in American Mock Trial Association Regional Finals

Pre-Law students from Washington Adventist University participated in the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) Regional Finals Tournament on February 16-18 at American University in Washington, DC. The DC Regional is one of 32 regional tournaments held across the country. Over the course of three days, the team competed in four full trials — representing both …