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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University students gained valuable insights into securing college scholarships and navigating the financial challenges of higher education during the university’s monthly Business Forum on Sept. 23. Hosted by WAU’s Department of Business and Communications, the forum featured Kiara Scott, founder and CEO of Free Money Meister, a scholarship platform …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University alumna Omonigho Michelle Oziegbe, Class of 2023, is taking another significant step toward becoming a physician and podiatric surgeon after receiving her white coat at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. Oziegbe, affectionately known as “Omo,” received her white coat March 27 during Temple University’s Podiatry School White …

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The three-time NBA All-Star and Takoma Park native unveiled the Steven Francis Scholarship Fund at the 13th Annual Visionaries Gala, honoring his late mother and opening doors for students across the DMV. Steve Francis has played in arenas around the world. But the court that shaped him sits a few blocks from where he grew …

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TAKOMA PARK, MD. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) has earned significant recognition in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, including a No. 4 ranking among Top Performers on Social Mobility, further affirming the university’s commitment to expanding access to higher education and preparing students for meaningful personal and professional success. In …

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TAKOMA PARK, MD. — A new initiative at Washington Adventist University is turning clothing donations into something much larger: an opportunity to strengthen community, support students and demonstrate the University’s commitment to service. Hangers of Hope, created in Halcyon Hall, provides students with convenient access to clothing, professional attire, personal items and other essentials. The …

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        TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) welcomed faculty, staff, and administrators back to campus for the start of the 2026–2027 academic year with its annual Colloquium, a time dedicated to spiritual renewal, institutional vision, professional development, and preparation for the year ahead. Held under the banner “Our 2026–2027 Academic …

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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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