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New Chair Eager to Grow Nursing Department

Washington Adventist University (WAU) has appointed Emily Mize, RN, Ph.D., to serve as chair of the department of nursing. The Edyth T. James Department of Nursing is part of the University’s School of Health Professions, Science and Wellness.

“The department is at a point of transitioning from a college program to a university program. I am excited about this opportunity to give back to the Seventh-day Adventist Church and to nursing education,” Mize said. “I am passionate about teaching and mentoring both students and faculty.” 

BADGES CONTENTS

All WAU students must apply for a photo ID card from the Office of Safety and Security General Services Building GS 6. The ID card must be visible at all times when on campus, and must be presented, upon request to the WAU campus authorities. The ID card entitles you to the rights and privileges of …

Strategic Plan

The purpose of the WAUPlan is to provide a directional map for the development and support of a strategic mix of high-quality academic programs, academic support services, instructional delivery systems, and expanded student markets. The WAUPlan encompasses the entire University as well as national and international educational partnerships. It provides the framework and direction for …

WINTER WEATHER TERMINOLOGY

APPENDIX C WINTER WEATHER TERMINOLOGY When a winter storm threatens our area, the local weather forecasts will contain a variety of terms for watches/warnings/advisories and precipitation types. The following is a list of commonly used terms for winter forecasts. Advisories/Warnings/Watches Advisories: Issued for weather conditions that are hazardous, but not necessarily life threatening. Blizzard Warning: …

SUMMER WEATHER TERMINOLOGY AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

APPENDIX B SUMMER WEATHER TERMINOLOGY AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When a summer storm threatens our area, the local weather forecasts will contain a variety of terms for watches/warnings/advisories and precipitation types. The following is a list of commonly used terms for summer forecasts. Flash Flood Warning: a flash flood is imminent; take immediate action. Go to …

EMERGENCY CONTACT LIST

APPENDIX A EMERGENCY CONTACT LIST All non-campus telephone calls made from a WAU campus land line telephone must have a “9” dialed before dialing the phone number you are calling for all local 301 area codes.  All other long distance calls require a “1” to be dialed prior to dialing the long distance area code. …

Music Groups Inspire on Fifth South African Tour

South Africa Music Trip 2From Takoma Park to Pretoria, Washington Adventist University’s Collegiate Choral and New England Youth Ensemble, serve and inspire through the gift of music.

On their fifth visit to South Africa this summer, partly sponsored by the Adventist Development and Relief Agency, the group performed at the University of South Africa, Pretoria; Witwatersrand University, Johannesburg; University of the Free State, Bloemfontein; and Stellenbosch University. Concerts were also given in four cathedrals – St. George’s, Cape Town; St. Michael and St. George, Grahamstown; St. Michael and All Angels, Queenstown; and St. Paul’s, Durban, among others.

Community Renews Commitment to Mission, Vision and Core Values

Staff Dedication 2012-250The Washington Adventist University (WAU) community celebrated its annual Dedication Sabbath at Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church, Saturday, September 8. Scores of students, faculty and staff attended the worship service, symbolizing renewed commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of the University.

“WAU Sabbath at Sligo was beyond an amazing experience,” said Regina Johnson, Chaplain of Ministry. “God most definitely spoke to us and seeing so many students, faculty and staff on one accord was wonderful.”

New Chair Eager to Grow Nursing Department

Emily Mize250Washington Adventist University (WAU) has appointed Emily Mize, RN, Ph.D., to serve as chair of the department of nursing. The Edyth T. James Department of Nursing is part of the University’s School of Health Professions, Science and Wellness.

“The department is at a point of transitioning from a college program to a university program. I am excited about this opportunity to give back to the Seventh-day Adventist Church and to nursing education,” Mize said. “I am passionate about teaching and mentoring both students and faculty.”