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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) has approved a significant organizational restructuring designed to strengthen the University’s external engagement, institutional communications, alumni relations, and advancement efforts. The University’s Cabinet has approved the merger of the Integrated Marketing & Communications (IMC) Department with the Advancement & Alumni Relations Department to establish a new University …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Karine Brown as its new Director of Advancement & Alumni Relations, effective July 27, 2026. Brown brings more than a decade of leadership experience in higher education administration, executive operations, institutional governance, and strategic project management to this important role. …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) was honored to welcome Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna K. Miller to campus as the keynote speaker for the closing ceremony of the UNESCO Center for Peace Summer Camp 2026, held at the Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church on the university campus. The international event brought together approximately 150 …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. (July 29, 2026) — Washington Adventist University proudly hosted the 3rd Bi-Annual Seventh-day Adventist Directors of Athletics Conference from July 23–27, bringing together athletic leaders from across the Seventh-day Adventist higher education system for five days of collaboration, fellowship, and strategic planning. Centered on the theme found in Psalm 127:1, “Unless the …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) is celebrating another successful academic year as its international students continue to make significant contributions in academics, leadership, service, and campus life. Representing more than 60 countries, WAU’s international student community exemplifies the university’s commitment to preparing graduates for lives of purpose, leadership, and global service. Throughout …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) welcomes for the first time, young leaders from around the world as the host site for the UNESCO Center for Peace (UCP) Summer Program, taking place July 19 through August 1, 2026. The two-week international program is designed to equip the next generation of global changemakers through …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) has appointed Dr. Elfreda V. Blue as its new provost, effective July 27, 2026. A seasoned higher education leader with more than three decades of experience in academic administration, Dr. Blue brings a distinguished record of advancing academic excellence, student success, and institutional effectiveness. Dr. Blue joins …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) has appointed Dr. Jercilla Murmu, DNP, MSN, RN, CNE, as the new Director of the Department of Nursing, effective immediately. Dr. Murmu brings more than 26 years of nursing experience to the position, including 12 years of dedicated service at Washington Adventist University. Since 2023, she has …

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 TAKOMA PARK, Md.  — Washington Adventist University (WAU) has announced the appointment of Dr. Cheryl Harris Kisunzu, Ph.D., MSN, NP, RN, as interim president following a unanimous vote by the university’s Board of Trustees. Her appointment became effective July 1, 2026, ushering in a new chapter of leadership for the institution. Dr. Kisunzu assumes the …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) Athletics proudly partnered with Manchester City’s Young Player Development Program to host one of the world’s premier youth soccer development experiences on the university’s campus. Held July 13–17, the five-day camp welcomed boys and girls born between 2011 and 2018 for an unforgettable week of elite training …

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