Washington Adventist University Offers New 8th Semester Free Program for Incoming Freshmen Provides Motivation to Earn Degree in Four Years

TAKOMA PARK, MD (JUNE 12, 2014)   A new 8th Semester Free Program is being offered this fall at Washington Adventist University (WAU) to incoming full-time freshmen.  Students who stay on track to earn their degree within four years will be provided with free tuition in their last semester. “We take very seriously our responsibility to …

Registration Starts June 15 for School of Graduate and Professional Studies Classes

Takoma Park, Md. (June 4, 2015) Registration starts June 15 for fall classes offered by Washington Adventist University’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies.  The SGPS provides eight graduate and 11 undergraduate degree programs, offering classes on weeknights and Sunday afternoons. “The SGPS accommodates the needs of busy, working adults,” said SGPS Dean Nicole Currier.  …

Washington Adventist University Earns Place on President’s 2014 Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll

Takoma Park, MD (May 27, 2015) Washington Adventist University (WAU) has just been recognized and congratulated by President of the United States Barack Obama for “the extraordinary and exemplary community service contributions of its students, faculty and staff in meeting critical community and national needs.”  The university has been awarded a place on the President’s …

Washington Adventist University Offers “Success Your Summer” Courses, Starting June 9

Takoma Park, MD (May 18, 2015) Washington Adventist University (WAU) is offering a variety of summer courses, starting June 9. They range from culinary techniques and vegetarian cooking to substance abuse awareness, college readiness and Biblical principles for entrepreneurs. The dates, times and fees for each of the courses is as follows: Blue Zone: Culinary …

Washington Adventist University Mourns the Death of Adjunct Professor of Education Myschelle Spears

Takoma Park, MD (May 13, 2015) The May 2 death of Adjunct Professor of Education Myschelle Spears, Ph.D. is being mourned this week by Washington Adventist University (WAU) faculty, staff and students. Until recently, she taught an undergraduate education course, Material for Teaching Reading, for the university’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies. “It is …

Adjunct Professor of Public Policy Offers Unique Perspective on Race and Social Justice Issues Affecting Baltimore, Ferguson and other Cities

Takoma Park, Md. (May 1, 2015) Adjunct Professor of Public Policy Colin Wellenkamp, who teaches in Washington Adventist University’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies, offers a unique perspective on the race and social justice issues that are currently affecting Baltimore, Maryland. According to Wellenkamp, “A community’s relationship with its police force is linked to …

Washington Adventist University Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Accelerated Evening Degree Program

Among the first to offer programs designed to accommodate working adults Takoma Park, Md. (May 1, 2015) Washington Adventist University (WAU) faculty, staff and alumni recently gathered to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the university’s accelerated evening degree program – one of the first adult evening programs in the nation — and to pay tribute …

Washington Adventist University Enactus Team Wins at U.S. National Competition

Takoma Park, MD (April 21, 2015)  Washington Adventist University’s Enactus team travelled to St. Louis, Missouri to participate in the Enactus United States National Exposition, held April 13-16.  The team received a number of awards, including being named finalists in the opening round of the competition, along with placing as finalists in their Walmart project. …

Washington Adventist University Chapter of International Business Honor Society Inducts New Members

Takoma Park, MD (April 7, 2015) New members were inducted recently into the Washington Adventist University (WAU) Chapter of Sigma Beta Delta International Business Honor Society, which encourages and recognizes scholarship and accomplishment among students in the school of business. The Honor Society also promotes personal and professional improvement and distinguished service. Membership is by …