From Enrollment Services to Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor: Madge Quesenberry’s Story

TAKOMA PARK, MD – Madge Quesenberry is an alumnus of Washington Adventist University (WAU) and former Assistant Director of Enrollment Services (1999-2007). Madge was also a recruiter to Adventist Academies throughout the US and Canada along with other faith-based Christian schools and public high schools. While holding these positions, she obtained her Master’s in Business …

Shallon Thomas Credits University with Shaping Entrepreneurial Success

TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Reflecting on his successful journey in entrepreneurship and project management, Shallon Thomas, a Washington Adventist University (WAU) alumnus, credits the institution with playing a pivotal role in shaping his professional path. Shallon emphasized that WAU provides a foundation that extends beyond academic knowledge, fostering lasting relationships and practical insights that continue …

Washington Adventist University Honors Georgette Godwin for Exemplary Service

TAKOMA PARK, (MD) – Washington Adventist University has honored Georgette “Gigi” Godwin, former President and CEO of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, with its highest recognition for service. The President’s Excellence in Gateway to Service Award was presented by university President Dr. Weymouth Spence, coinciding with Godwin’s retirement after 17 years of leadership and …

Global Thinkers Snapshot of Spring 2024

As the vibrant Spring Semester of 2024 unfolded, the  International Student Services at WAU ushered in a  wave of excitement, camaraderie, and academic  excellence.   The semester kicked off with a bustling New Student  Orientation on January 4th, where eager undergraduates and graduates from across the globe gathered  to embark on their academic journey. We had …

WAU Students Lead Church Service in Belfast, Northern Ireland

On May 18 a group of WAU Honors College students and faculty presented the Sabbath School and Church service for the Belfast Seventh-day Adventist Church in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The group presented music, testimonials, and the morning sermon for more than 250 attendees at the church.     The group was in Belfast as part of …

WAU Honors College Students Hear Lecture from Oxford University Professor at the Home of C.S. Lewis

On Thursday, May 16, 11 WAU students toured The Kilns, the former home of C.S. Lewis in Oxford, England. Lewis, most known for The Chronicles of Narnia series, spent almost thirty years of his life in Oxford where he was a professor at Oxford University’s Magdelane College. While at his home, which is now a popular destination for tourists …

Washington Adventist University Celebrates 120th Anniversary at Commencement Ceremony

Takoma Park, Maryland (MD) – Washington Adventist University recently celebrated its 120th anniversary with a remarkable Commencement Weekend, honoring the achievements of 160 graduates. The event was marked by a series of ceremonies and dedication events, each contributing to the rich tapestry of the university’s history. The weekend kicked off with the Department of Medical …

Center for Law and Public Policy Conference and Dinner on Capitol Hill

Tuesday, April 30, was a busy day for the WAU Center for Law and Public Policy and the WAU Branson Fellows. It began with a full-day symposium titled ‘Evangelicals and Politics: Current Issues in Historical Perspective’ and finished with a dinner on Capitol Hill at the Dirksen Senate Building sponsored by the North American Division’s …

ALUMNI WEEKEND 2024 CELEBRATION MARKS WAU’S 120TH ANNIVERSARY

TAKOMA PARK –  In a jubilant celebration of its 120th anniversary, Washington Adventist University (WAU) welcomed back alumni from across the decades, infusing the campus with a palpable sense of joy, belonging, and nostalgia. From April 5th to 7th, the WAU campus served as a reunion hub, with graduates from the classes of ‘54, ‘64, …

Washington Adventist University Poised for Transformative Growth with Takoma Park Minor Master Plan Approval

TAKOMA PARK— Following extensive deliberations and community engagement, the Montgomery Planning (M-NCPPC) and the City of Takoma Park achieved a significant milestone with the approval of the Takoma Park Minor Master Plan Amendment. The County Council’s recent endorsement on April 2, 2024, marked a pivotal moment in the plan’s journey, holding promise for the advancement …