WAU Week of Prayer Opens with Worship, Gratitude, and a Message on Hope “In All Things”

Wilkinson Hall filled with song and testimony Monday morning as Washington Adventist University launched its fall Week of Prayer with student-led worship and an opening message from Pastor Charles A. Tapp, president of the Potomac Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. The service opened with worship led by music therapy students, followed by a stirring special music …

WAU Observes Constitution Day With Civic Dialogue, Worship, and Reflection

Washington Adventist University (WAU) commemorated Constitution Day with a program that blended student-led worship and a faculty panel discussion examining the enduring relevance of the U.S. Constitution. The morning service opened with music led by a student vocalist, including We Praise You and Do It Again. A student prayer of gratitude and intercession emphasized the …

Title of Takoma Park: Second Annual President’s Invitational Showcases Local Soccer Powerhouses

Takoma Park, MD — High school boys’ soccer takes center stage as Takoma Academy and Don Bosco High School square off in the Second Annual President’s Invitational, proudly themed “The Title of Takoma Park.” The match will be held on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 3:30 PM on the campus of Washington Adventist University, uniting the Takoma Park community for …

WAU’s 12th Annual Visionaries Gala Celebrates Leadership, Diversity and Student Success

Washington Adventist University hosted its 12th Annual Visionaries Gala, a night filled with music, storytelling, awards and fundraising to support scholarships and the university’s Vision 2030 initiatives. The event highlighted WAU’s commitment to faith, service and leadership while honoring individuals who embody those values. The gala, co-chaired by Founder Dr. Chandohok Jasdip Singh and CEO …

Washington Adventist University Marks World Suicide Prevention Day With Campuswide Conversation, Resources

TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University devoted its Sept. 10 convocation to suicide awareness and prevention, pairing worship with a candid, research-grounded panel discussion that urged students to seek help for themselves and one another. The program opened with music and testimony before transitioning to a conversation led by the chair of WAU’s Department …

From Student to Healthcare Leader: Gopi Sunkara’s Journey from WAU Classroom to White Oak Medical Center

When Gopi Sunkara began his undergraduate studies at Washington Adventist University, he knew he wanted to make a difference. What he didn’t yet realize was that his time at WAU would ignite a passion not only for service—but for transformational leadership in healthcare. Today, Gopi serves as a Human Resources Coordinator at Adventist HealthCare’s White …

Washington Adventist University is Top Ranked Adventist University in 2025 Washington Monthly Rankings

TAKOMA PARK, Md. —According to the 2025 Washington Monthly university rankings, , Washington Adventist University (WAU) is the top-ranked Adventist University thanks to lower net cost and higher earnings for graduates, as well as top 100 marks nationally for Student Outcomes (83) and Service (81).  The Washington Monthly rankings aim to highlight schools that focus …

Washington Adventist University Nursing Graduates Celebrate 100% Initial Board Passage Rate

Takoma Park, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) proudly announces that its May 2025 nursing graduates have achieved a 100% first-time board passage rate, reaffirming the university’s reputation for producing highly skilled, compassionate healthcare professionals. This achievement highlights WAU’s proactive role in addressing the nation’s nursing shortage, which is projected to exceed 1 million registered …

Washington Adventist University Opens 2025–2026 School Year with Call to “Be Strong”

Washington Adventist University (WAU) launched the 2025–2026 academic year with a powerful Opening Convocation at Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church on Wednesday, Aug. 27. The service, centered on the charge “Be Strong,” blended scripture, prayer, and stirring music to call the campus community to courage and faith. The tone was set from the very first note. …

Kettering Seminar Review Prepares Future Radiologic Technologists

The Medical Imaging program at Washington Adventist University has strengthened its position as a cornerstone of academic excellence and professional preparation for future radiologic technologists through its annual Kettering Seminar Review. Hosted by WAU’s Department of Medical Imaging, the Kettering Seminar Review is designed to equip students with the knowledge and confidence to pass the …