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SILVER SPRING, Md. — Washington Adventist University student Gabriella Apola and her siblings brought music and ministry together in a moving family concert held Tuesday, June 24, at the Inter-Faith Chapel of Leisure World Retirement Community. Gabriella, a rising junior at WAU, is double majoring in biology and chemistry, as well as music. Her performance …

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Washington Adventist University — Everett Wiles, Vice President for Integrated Marketing and Communication at Washington Adventist University (WAU) in Takoma Park, Maryland, was honored on May 10, 2025 for his outstanding contributions to media & leadership during the inaugural Film Festival and Symposium hosted by the Jamaica Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists (JAMU). The event, …

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Takoma Park, MD — At Washington Adventist University (WAU), musical excellence is more than a tradition — it’s a global opportunity. Thanks to the leadership and vision of Dr. Virginia G. Rittenhouse which was passed on to Dr. Preston Hawes, WAU students are performing on the world’s most prestigious stages, including New York City’s Carnegie …

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The WAU Performance Workshop (WPW) has provided a theatrical and educational music “playground” for any students wanting to hone their theatre craft since the 1989-1990 school year. Led by Artistic Director Dr. Deborah Thurlow, WPW has mounted either a full production or a “entertainment” featuring scenes from opera, operetta or musical theatre, often with a …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — In an era driven by data, Washington Adventist University (WAU) is equipping students to lead with its Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program, offering a specialized concentration in Business Data Analytics. With a projected annual growth rate of 10 to 25 percent between 2025 and 2032, the demand for data …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md.—Washington Adventist University is proud to welcome youth from across the region to its campus for a series of exciting and enriching camps this summer. From sports and music to math, global affairs, and leadership training, WAU is offering a dynamic slate of programs designed to educate, inspire, and empower students of all …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Alumni Weekend 2025, held April 4–6, brought Washington Adventist University graduates together for a weekend of reflection, celebration and reconnection. From Friday’s welcome reception to Sunday’s closing brunch, the weekend served as a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy and vibrant spirit of the WAU alumni community. Festivities began Friday with …

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TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Washington Adventist University (WAU) will host its 2025 Graduation Weekend from May 2–4, welcoming esteemed speakers and honoring exemplary individuals who embody the institution’s values of service, excellence, and faith. The weekend will begin with the Friday evening Consecration Service featuring Dr. Anwar Ottley, associate professor and director of choral activities …

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How do countries navigate our world in the digital age? That was the theme at the 7th annual Capital Model United Nations Conference (CAPITALMUN), held on the Campus of Washington Adventist University on March 30-31, 2025. Students from public and private high schools from Maryland (Takoma Academy, Spencerville Adventist Academy, Highland View Academy, Montgomery Blair …

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