Washington Adventist University, university in Takoma Park, Maryland, United States
Washington Adventist University is a private institution in Takoma Park, Maryland, affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church and offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees. The campus features over 49 majors including nursing, music, psychology, business, and theology, with specialized programs for working adults seeking flexible learning options.
The university opened in 1904 on land selected by Ellen G. White, a founder of the Adventist Church, who believed it was meant for this institution. It grew from 50 initial students to become a fully accredited four-year college in 1942 and launched the first student missionary program of the church worldwide in 1971.
The university maintains a strong connection to the Seventh-day Adventist Church, with chapel services and spiritual gatherings woven into the weekly rhythm of campus life. Students engage in community service and international volunteer work, reflecting a faith-based approach where helping others is seen as integral to education.
Campus life includes regular chapel services and twice-yearly Service Days when students engage in community work projects. Prospective students and visitors can explore programs and events through the website wau.edu or contact the university at (301) 891-4052 for information about admissions and academic offerings.
The university hosts the only music program in the entire Adventist system across North America, with students performing at national events and recently appearing alongside tenor Andrea Bocelli. This program demonstrates how the institution blends artistic excellence with its faith-based mission.
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