The Winter 2015

Growing ExcellenceWITH P r e s i d e n t’s P e r s p e c t i v e

G r e e t i n g s to alumni and friends of Washington Adventist , and welcome to another issue of The Gateway!

This issue documents the many ways our faculty and staff are continuing the rich tradition of excellence in providing the tools and resources to enable our valued students to launch successful careers. Our goal is to continue to connect with you to share how we are preparing students to be critical thinkers and learners who are able to adapt and prosper in their careers, and also to model the life and teachings of Jesus to the world. We are committed to the Luke 2:52 development of our students. Our satisfaction comes from hearing our graduates say that Washington F e a t u r e s Adventist University played a major role in helping them acquire wisdom, and develop their relationship with God and people. 14 School of Graduate and Professional Studies Celebrates 30th Anniversary We are continuing to implement Vision 2020—Growing with Excellence. Vision 2020 is an initiative to Dr. Gurubatham’s faith and determination paved a road that has grow Washington Adventist University with excellence to become a thriving and distinctive institution of provided a pathway to success for working professionals and higher education. Growing with excellence will require a university community that is synchronized and students across the nation. aligned around a committed vision to produce graduates who bring competence and moral leadership to their communities throughout the world. Moving forward together will help this great institution emerge as a 16 Honors Program Celebrates premier private Christian university that engages minds and transforms lives. Together, we will continue to 10th Anniversary Alumni share the significance of the Honors Program implement best practices under the six institutional pillars of excellence: Quality, People, Finance, Growth, and how it enriched their experience. Service and Community.

We hope reading this issue of The Gateway has an effect on your thinking and response to help us 18 Putting on the Ritz Celebrating the Second Annual continue the mission of Christian education in the nation’s capital. Preparing students for service to Visionaries Gala. humanity and for lifelong learning is a value that will produce rewarding outcomes.

Alumni, faculty, staff and friends of Washington Adventist University: On behalf of our students, thank you for your prayers, contributions and long-term commitment to the mission and vision of this University. Thank you for helping us fund scholars, facilities and innovations.

Sincerely,

We y m o u t h Spe n c e , E d.D. P r e s i d e n t The GatewayWinter 2015

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O Campus Baptisms 7 Reflect Spiritual Awakenings

total of 70 students each evening at 7 p.m. to wor- Spirit fell upon the campus were baptized this ship and to hear guest speaker and touched hearts in ways A year at Washington Pastor Myron Edmonds, only God can do,” said WAU Adventist University. Fifty- senior pastor from Glenville Chaplain Regina Johnson. “Say- three of the baptisms took Seventh-day Adventist Church ing God is good would be an place at the second Annual in Cleveland, Ohio. He spoke to understatement. He never fails Campus Revival, which was the revival theme, “I’m Weak,” to exceed my expectations.” held in the spring with a based on 2 Corinthians 12:9, “To me, the revival confirmed everything about my spiritual life that I was afraid to acknowl- edge,” said graduating senior “Saying God is good would be an understatement. Shaniel Francis, who was among those baptized. “I real- He never fails to exceed my expectations.” ized the importance of starting over spiritually.” week of worship and a call to “My grace is sufficient for you, Tyrus Fleetwood, a freshman baptism. for my power is made perfect in who was baptized, said, “The During the revival, hun- weakness.” revival gave me a chance to sit dreds of students, faculty and “We had about 14 people back and take the word of God, staff, and visitors from nearby who planned to participate in and look at what I was doing churches filled the outdoor tent the baptism, and then the Holy wrong in my life. It led me to

2 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y First SDA University to Present the Prestigious Sullivan Award his year, for the first “The WAU community is in Oxford, Miss. The Sullivan time, Washington excited to pause and recognize Foundation board of direc- T Adventist University outstanding members of our tors reviews applications from presented the prestigious Sul- community,” said Dr. Ralph eligible institutions interested in livan awards to two students Johnson, dean of the WAU participating in the awards pre- in recognition of their demon- Betty Howard Center for Stu- sentations, visits the campuses strated passion for commu- dent Success. and approves participation in nity service. Nikole Donovan, Since 1890, the highly the awards program based on who graduated this spring prized Sullivan awards have merit. Participating institutions with a B.S. in general stud- been presented on the cam- may present the awards to ies with special emphasis puses of colleges and univer- graduating seniors, alumni or in social science and social sities across the American community members who meet work, received the Algernon South. These institutions all the award criteria. Notable past Sydney Sullivan Award at the reflect the interests of promi- award recipients include Elea- Academic Awards Chapel on nent lawyer, businessman nor Roosevelt and Supreme April 23 at Sligo Seventh-day and philanthropist Algernon Court Justice Lewis Powell. Adventist Church. Louise Sydney Sullivan and his wife, Attending WAU’s first Sul- Griffin, a student in the School Mary Mildred Sullivan, to edu- livan awards presentations this of Graduate and Professional cate and honor deserving stu- year was Algernon Sydney Studies (SGPS) who is earning dents. The awards are named Sullivan Foundation President her master’s degree in health- for the Sullivans to honor their Stephan L. McDavid, Esq. The care administration, received lives of service. awards themselves are bronze the Mary Mildred Sullivan There are currently 61 col- medallions, each accompanied Award at the SGPS Academic leges and present- by a framed certificate and a Awards Program that same ing Sullivan awards, facili- biography of either Algernon afternoon in the Morrison Hall tated by the Algernon Sydney Sydney Sullivan or Mary Mil- Chapel on campus. Sullivan Foundation, based dred Sullivan.

surrender my life to him. It also showed me how God can really work, and how strong the Holy Spirit moves throughout people.” Participants agreed that the revival came at the perfect time. Vincent Wilson, a junior religion student, said, “I saw the baptism of the Holy Spirit, literally!” Seventeen additional stu- dents who could not attend the revival were baptized on April 26 during a Sabbath service. “It was as if the students saw the train leaving, and they were running so they wouldn’t get left behind,” said Johnson. “I’m excited beyond words that the students are making their deci- sions together as a campus family,” said Johnson.

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Olive Hemmings Publishes New Book

AU Religion professor other New Testament courses STEM Grant Provides Academic Support for Students Olive J. Hemmings, at WAU, and is a commissioned W Ph.D., conceived the minister who preaches locally, new STEM U program to topic of her recently published nationally and internationally. A enhance the academic book, Sacred Texts and Social Hemmings is passionate about success of students majoring in Conflict: the Bible and the Debate her work, and she brings to her biology, biochemistry, chem- Over Women’s Ordination in the teachings the rich cultural and istry, computer science and Seventh-day Adventist Church, historical contexts of Biblical text mathematics was launched this during her first year of college at that reflect a variety of social year by Dr. Melinda Villanueva Northern Caribbean University in struggles, including understand- of the biology department. Jamaica. As a woman studying ing and engaging the divine. The new program provides theology in 1979, she said she Hemmings’ new book springs student mentors, workshops, was frequently questioned about from her doctoral thesis, in which reading support and residential where she hoped to ever find she scrutinized the arguments in the and nonresidential learning work, as the Adventist Church church regarding women’s ordina- communities—all focused on was still far from accepting the tion, dissected the politics, and helping students achieve better ordination of women. focused on the social dynamics that grades, and on increasing their Rather than feeling discour- drive the interpretation and even the success for graduate school aged, Hemmings resolved to fol- formation of sacred texts. and beyond. low her calling. She believes she “The church has come a long way has had divine support, as she on the issue of women’s ordination,” has never had a problem finding said Hemmings. “I am encouraged work. Hemmings earned her by the progress.” master’s degree in New Testa- Last spring, Hemmings spoke ment and Biblical languages from about women’s ordination and the the Seventh-day Adventist Theo- politics of interpretation as part logical Seminary at Andrews of the 34th G. Arthur Keough University in Michigan, and her Lectureship program. Ph.D. in theology, ethics and Hemmings has taught at culture from Claremont Graduate WAU for the past 12 years. University in California. She has been married for She now teaches Biblical Theol- 25 years to Charles Kuuku ogy, Pauline Theology, Introduc- Paintsil, and together they tion to the New Testament and have three children.

4 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y STEM Grant Provides Academic Support for Students

The program is supported planned. Students who take and greater success in class. ticipate in the STEM U program. by a Maryland College Access advantage of the opportunities in The “Reading for Science The goal is to ensure that all Challenge Grant of $55,834 the STEM U program will be Professionals” program will participants will persist in their that was awarded to WAU last better prepared spring following Villanueva’s to compete na- application to the Maryland tionwide for top “Students will be better prepared Higher Education Commission spots in graduate for a “STEM University (STEM and professional to compete nationwide for top spots in graduate U)” program that will increase programs.” academic standing for students The learning and professional programs.” in STEM (Science, Technology, communities will Engineering and Math) fields. make it easier for students to assist all students in acquiring STEM courses so that they may “I’m really excited about this develop friendships with friends better reading skills, which are complete their education and program,” says Dr. Villanueva. with others in their major; col- essential for success in sci- graduate on time, prepared for “We have dedicated student laborate on group projects and ence careers. A survival guide the STEM workforce. mentors, an exciting reading pro- assignments; and join study with campus resources is also For more information about gram and some great workshops groups to achieve higher grades provided to students who par- STEM U, go to wau.edu/stem-u.

New Academic Programs wo new academic pro- Higher Education Commission such as therapists, technologists courses at Washington Adven- T grams were added this (MHEC), will prepare students and technicians. tist University for a bachelor’s fall—a bachelor’s degree in for careers in health care, which A new articulation agreement degree in biology. Students health science, and an articula- is one of the largest industries in with will who complete the program will tion agreement with Montgom- the . This bachelor’s enable students who have com- be prepared to become lab as- ery College for biotechnology. degree is expected to attract pleted their associate degree in sistants in biotechnology firms The health science degree, re- students with interests in the biotechnology at Montgomery or apply to graduate or profes- cently endorsed by the Maryland various allied health professions College to complete their sional schools.

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Summer Camps Helped Local Children

day camp program for 100 our community, Washington The summer program gave Montgomery County gov- A children and teens, ages Adventist Hospital and WAU. participants an opportunity ernment, which provided a 7 to 16, was held on campus Our investment in our city’s to rediscover their creativity; $45,000 grant for performing over the summer, from June 16 youth is an investment in our improve their social skills in arts training and soccer camp through August 10. The camp community.” an environment of coopera- activities; the city of Takoma provided a much-needed re- “It’s not enough to tell our tion and respect; explore new Park, which provided a $6,000 source for low-income families, youth what to do. We must interests; and enhance their grant; Montgomery County who struggle to find affordable show them a better way,” said quality of life. Exposure to the Public Schools, which provided activities for their children in summer camp coordinator WAU campus, professors and free lunches each day for all the summer. Curtis Watkins. “The summer students also served to inspire enrolled participants; and Takoma Park Councilmem- camp is an excellent example participants to seek higher Educare—a research-based ber Jarrett Smith said he was of how combining resources education. program that prepares at-risk thrilled that the camp had and human capital will create The summer program on children for school—which “garnered so much support better short- and long-term campus was made possible provided management support from the county, the city, outcomes for today’s youth.” through a collaboration with for daily operations.

Renovation Work Improves Weis Library eis Library received a much-needed renovation over the summer that included new W paint, carpeting and additional electrical outlets to accommodate mobile devices and chargers. A new textured ceiling replaced water-damaged ceiling tiles, and water- damaged crown molding was also repaired. In addition to the renovation work, deep cleaning of blinds and sofa covers was completed. There is also new furniture in the group study room. “The improvement is huge,” said Lee Wisel, who oversaw the work as library director before her retirement in September. “Students, faculty, staff and visitors will appreciate the work, as the library is once again an inviting place to spend time, reflect and gain new perspectives.” The $70,000 renovation effort is part of the university’s Vision 2020—Growing with Excellence plan to turn WAU into one of the premier universities in the Mid-Atlantic region.

6 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y Mission Trips Philippines & Brazil

ast spring, a team of While on campus at Moun- seven Washington tain View College, the WAU L Adventist University mis- missionaries were invited sionaries, led by Vice Presi- to greet the Youth Ministry dent for Ministry Dr. Baraka workshop, which included G. Muganda, participated in a several hundred youth lead- two-week mission trip to the ers from all over the division. city of Davao, Philippines, that They were also interviewed by resulted in the baptism of 141 the division’s communication individuals. department about Washington “Students love to reach Adventist University’s core out and touch others with the value of being a “Gateway to love of God—most just do not Service” that motivates stu- know it yet,” said Dr. Muganda. dents to serve locally and glob- “When you give them the right ally, and to transform lives. An opportunity and preparation, article about the WAU mission they will discover the joy of trip was published in the daily serving God while serving newsletter that was distributed others, and their lives will be to the 10,000 delegates who changed.” attended the Congress. Seven evangelistic satel- The Davao, Philippines lites were set up in the city of Mission Trip is just one of the Davao, and at the end of the missions that Washington Ad- evening meetings, individuals ventist University participated who wanted to be baptized in to prepare students to serve into the church were invited to beyond classroom boundaries. do so. Dr. Joan Francis, chair An overseas mission trip to of the history department, Brazil in July was a humanitar- participated in the trip and was ian effort by a team of seven, assigned to preach in one of which included WAU Missions the largest churches in Davao. Director Kaneil Williams and She noted that she felt even Chaplain Regina Johnson. more blessed from the experi- They spent two weeks working ence than the Filipinos whose on a variety of projects that lives she had touched. included restoring an aban- During the trip, the mis- doned building to house recov- sionaries took one day to visit ering drug addicts, renovating Mountain View College, one of and building homes, hosting a the major and oldest Seventh- community soccer game and day Adventist institutions of teaching songs, games and higher learning in the Philip- crafts to children at a commu- pines. The purpose for the visit nity center. was to see the campus and to Upcoming mission trips in attend the South Asia Pacific 2015 include Jamaica in March, Division Sabbath School Con- St. Kitts in May and Kenya in gress, which included 10,000 June. Individuals interested in delegates from more than 14 participating should email countries. [email protected].

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Dining Services Director Mike Womack takes the ASL Ice Bucket Challenge. Back-to-School Bash The sounds of laughter and summer fun filled the air as faculty and students celebrated the beginning of the fall semester. Friends had to prove their physical prowess as water balloons flew through the air. The third annual back-to- school bash is organized by the Student Association and provides a fun environment for students to make friends, break the ice and reconnect.

8 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y President Spence, Provost Kisunzu and Chaplain Regina Johnson take the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

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HAIL TO THE CHAMPS ashington Adventist University’s application for active mem- W bership in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has been approved, effective August 1, 2014. “We are extremely pleased with our move to the NAIA, as it will help enhance support for our athletic program and better align the university with other schools that have similar character initiatives,” said WAU Director of Athletics Patrick E. Crarey II, who is also head coach of the men’s basketball team, which won the U.S. Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) Division I National Championship this year. Institutions applying to the NAIA must meet membership criteria that include financial stability, sports sponsorship, accreditation and a commitment to character-driven athletics. The Membership Committee also reviews enrollment numbers, graduation percentages, retention rates and overall athletics budgets. WAU is one of five new members in the NAIA, including Lincoln Christian University (Ill.), Middle Georgia State College, Texas A&M University – Texarkana and the University of Win- nipeg (Can.). Trinity Lutheran College (Wash.) was approved as an associate member and will be evaluated for active member- ship at the end of the 2014-15 academic year. “We are always pleased to welcome new members to the As- sociation,” said Les Purce, chair of the NAIA Council of Presidents and President of Evergreen State College (Wash.). “These are quality insti- tutions that have been through a rigorous review process and meet the high standards the NAIA Membership Committee has set.” Competitive sports teams are part of the vision for excellence that WAU President Dr. Weymouth Spence has for the university. This year, the men’s soccer team earned the No. 7 seed in the 2013 USCAA National Championships in Charleston, W.Va. The women’s basketball team recorded the most wins in 20 years by finishing the 2013-14 season with an overall record of 9-18, and the cross-country team had one of its strongest years in recent history.

10 W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y wau.edu ■ W i n t e r 2015 ■ 11 WAU Today Welcome New Faces on Campus

Candace Sinclair Special Assistant for the Dean of Women, MA Jacqueline Sanchez Office Manager for WGTS 91.9, BA What is your favorite app? Pinterest. What made you want to work at WAU? I had What is your favorite app? Pinterest. been working as a sub-dean for a year, and I What made you want to work at WAU? I saw it really enjoyed my experience engaging with the as a great opportunity. residents. So, when the opportunity arose to be What is your favorite book? Beyond Opinion by more involved, I was happy to pursue it. Ravi Zacharias. What is your favorite book? The Help. How would you describe yourself? How would you describe yourself? Spanish, fun and organized. Industrious, loyal and loving. What is your favorite activity outside of work? What is your favorite activity outside of Singing! work? Shopping and cake decorating.

James Brent Clemmer Medical Imaging Faculty and Clinical Claudette Haynes Coordinator, BA Assistant Professor for the Education What is your favorite app? Sabbath Department, MA, MS School Quarterly. What made you want to work at WAU? What is your favorite app? App Store. I previously taught at State College, and I found What made you want to work at WAU? it impossible to teach about the human body and Although it is my ninth year here, I have always not connect it to God in some way. Thankfully, I wanted to work at a place that shared my values had an opportunity to work at WAU, and I have and was SDA friendly. been here ever since. What is your favorite book? The Bible. What is your favorite book? Jiu-Jitsu How would you describe yourself? University by Saulo Ribeiro. Compassionate, creative and adventurous. How would you describe yourself? Full of joy. What is your favorite activity outside of work? What is your favorite activity outside of work? Reading and traveling. Surfing, jiujitsu and running.

Clifford Wright James Butler Special Assistant for Student Activities, CSEd Vice President for Information Technology What is your favorite app? Brite Radio. Services, MA What made you want to work at WAU? What is your favorite app? WhatsApp. I really wanted an opportunity to help and What made you want to work at WAU? The mentor students. diversity and continued service in SDA education. What is your favorite book? Switch, What is your favorite book? Who Moved The Circle Maker and Robin Hood. My Cheese? and How to Get Along with How would you describe yourself? Difficult People. Humble, resilient and determined. How would you describe yourself? What is your favorite activity outside of work? Hardworking, dependable and professional. Going through education books to What is your favorite activity outside of work? make webinars. Racquetball and cricket.

12 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y Jeanette Bryson Melissa Henley Chair and Associate Professor for the Instructor for the Social Work Education Department, PhD Department, MSW What is your favorite app? Maps. What is your favorite app? WhatsApp. What made you want to work at WAU? When I What made you want to work at WAU? I gradu- met with students and listened to their concerns, I ated from Oakwood College, and I had a wonder- realized that this is where I needed to be. ful experience. I knew while I was a student that I What is your favorite book? What’s in a Phrase wanted to continue the tradition of academic rigor, by Marilyn Chandler McEntyre and The Song of nurturance and spiritual guidance that my profes- the Lark by Willa Cather. sors provided, so when the opportunity presented How would you describe yourself? itself at WAU, I knew that it was God’s answer to Determined, abstract and a traveler. my prayer all these years. What is your favorite activity outside of work? What is your favorite book? The Shack. Reading, traveling and walking on the beach. How would you describe yourself? Committed, driven and compassionate. What is your favorite activity outside of work? Spending time with my husband.

Jered Lyons Natalie Thomas Sports Information Director & Athletics Assessment Coordinator for the Education Department, MEd Compliance Coordinator, MA What is your favorite app? Facebook. What is your favorite app? Banking App. What made you want to work at WAU? WAU is What made you want to work at WAU? I felt a diamond in the rough. I see it as Takoma Park that my profession matched WAU’s values. and Montgomery counties’ best kept secret, and it What is your favorite book? The Leadership is what I want to be a part of. Challenge by James Kouzes. What is your favorite book? The Immortal Life How would you describe yourself? of Henrietta Lack by Rebecca Skloot. Passionate, friendly and adventurous. How would you describe yourself? What is your favorite activity outside of work? Enthusiastic, patient and kind. Traveling and exploring different cultures. What is your favorite activity outside of work? Reading.

Kristin Mitas Chair and Associate Professor for Medical Imaging, MHA What is your favorite app? I have a flip phone (laughing)! What made you want to work at WAU? The program transferred from Washington Adventist Hospital to WAU’s campus. What is your favorite book? Bushong’s Physics Book. How would you describe yourself? Energetic, fun and enjoys life. What is your favorite activity outside of work? Flying! I’m a licensed pilot.

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he School of Graduate and Profession- al Studies (SGPS) began 30 years ago T at what was then known as Columbia Union College. The adult evening program was initially conceived as a way to boost en- rollment and enhance the school’s financial situation, but a considerable amount of dis- cussion and prayer preceded the program’s implementation, according to founder Dr. Gladstone Gurubatham, a professor of psy- chology at WAU. Gurubatham—who is himself a life- long learner—saw great opportunity in the confluence of empty classrooms in the evening and the lack of convenient educational opportunities available to working adults. He proposed starting an adult evening program as a way to im- prove the school’s finances. When asked to identify the participants in such a pro- gram, he was less certain of who might actually enroll, and the Board of Trust- ees turned the proposal down twice be- fore finally agreeing to an adult program that offered only undergraduate degrees in business administration, psychology and organizational management. “Dr. William Loveless, school presi- (Above) Alumni Timothy Hatfield (’14), Shawn dent at the time, delivered the good news Fordham (’14) and Rebecca Kabba (’08 and ’10) that my proposal had finally been accept- describe their unique experiences. Dr. Gladstone Gurubatham (right) tells the story of how the ed when we were standing in front of the program started. old music building,” said Gurubatham, “but he made it clear that the program would receive no funding support from the school.” In order to get it off the School of ground, Gurubatham financed that first adult evening program himself. “In the days before the first enrollment, I told a lot of people about the new pro- Graduate gram and encouraged them to enroll,” said Gurubatham. “But I still wasn’t sure how many people would actually come and to the registration. So I prayed—a lot.” Thirty-five adults showed up to that first enrollment event on campus, and 35 regis- Professional Studies tered. Each paid his or her tuition in cash, as required by the financial officer of the time. Gurubatham recalls having to handle a lot th of cash that evening—$35,000, to be exact. Celebrates 3o Anniversary He said he was greatly relieved when the

14 financial officer agreed to accept checks who are thinking about returning to the organizational management program and financial aid after that first semester. school, Hatfield said “the excellent WAU as a significant help when he was a po- Over the years, the SGPS has grown programs can get you to where you need litical consultant and campaign manager, to include eight graduate programs and to be in the shortest amount of time.” He just as the graduate-level courses are 11 accelerated undergraduate programs, also noted that “the campus environ- helping him in his current job. tailored to the needs of working adults. ment is supportive and friendly.” Fordham comes from a long line of In addition, online classes have been Hatfield is the proud father of a son Adventist ministers and teachers who added, and two of the master’s programs who “motivates me every day to better gave him “a unique perspective on the are now offered fully online. myself and accomplish my goals.” power of God in the life of families and Timothy Hatfield (’14), who is a lieuten- Another recent graduate of the SGPS individuals.” He has great admiration ant with the Prince George’s County Police is Shawn Fordham (’14). He is a federal and respect for his parents, and names Department, recently earned his bache- worker who was attracted to WAU for the his son as one of his greatest influences. lor’s degree in organizational management convenience and accessibility it provides An avid bike rider, sports fan, and read- from WAU. His goal is to remain in pub- to working adults. He said he also appre- ing and research enthusiast, Fordham en- lic service, and possibly become a federal ciated the spiritual foundation, ethics and courages potential students to consider a prosecutor. He is now attending law school practical instruction the school provides. WAU education, whether on campus or at George Washington University. He earned his master’s degree in pub- online. “It is the perfect program for the According to Hatfield, he was initially lic administration in May, and is looking traditional student or the working profes- attracted to WAU because “it was the forward to using his new knowledge and sional. The online classes are taught by the only school in the D.C. area that had an skills as he continues his pursuits in public same professors who teach in the class- rooms. I was able to do a combination of the two, which allowed me to be able to take more classes in a shorter amount of time. That was extremely valuable to me “But I still wasn’t sure how many people in raising a family, working full time, and attending and participating in class.” would actually come to the registration. Rebecca Kabba (’08 and ’10), who earned both a nursing degree and a mas- So I prayed—a lot.” ter’s in business administration, said she appreciated the flexibility the SGPS programs offer. The availability of Sun- day classes allowed her to work on her accelerated bachelor’s program, which service and supports the Adventist Church. degree over the weekend, which accom- helped me accomplish my goals sooner He plans to apply to law school in 2015. modated her Monday-through-Friday than anticipated. For the past seven years, he has been an work schedule. She also said that only “Pursuing higher education is impor- assistant district manager for the Social Se- four hours a week of class time was “an tant for future success, and WAU gave curity Administration in the Washington, invaluable asset” to her, as it gave her me the opportunity to pursue and ac- D.C., and Philadelphia, Pa., area, but he time to deal with the other challenges of complish my goal of obtaining a college previously worked for Philadelphia Mayor working full time and raising a family. degree within a time frame that was rea- John F. Street, serving as his campaign “I don’t know why more people don’t sonable,” said Hatfield. manager and senior advisor. Fordham also take advantage of the SGPS program,” Hatfield said he appreciated the small- served on the board of directors of the said Kabba, who is originally from er, more intimate classes with professors Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority. Sierra Leone in West Africa, where she and staff who are committed to student Once named to the “Annual Most Influ- attended an Adventist high school. success. He pointed out that “when you ential Philadelphians Mover and Shaker “I loved the program. Once I finished don’t have a large number of students, List” by The Philadelphia Tribune, and to my bachelor’s degree, I went right back no one gets lost in the mix,” adding that the “10 People to Watch” list by the Phil- to WAU to complete my MBA.” Kab- “your professors recognize and remem- adelphia News in 2004, Fordham credits ba was among the first graduates of ber you, and are always willing to help.” WAU for much of his success over the Washington Adventist University, after Offering this advice to other adults years, citing a statistics course he took in Columbia Union College was renamed.

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his year marks the 10th anniversary of Washington Adventist Univer- T sity’s Honors Program, which was inaugurated in the summer of 2004 as a way to enhance the academic experience for students. The program, which offers interdisciplinary courses and innovative teaching strategies, was first discussed in the late 1990s. It was then researched and designed in the early 2000s by a formal Honors Council, which was charged with constructing a program that would sup- port academic excellence, while offering opportunities for leadership and service. Since its creation, the Honors Program has offered unique interdisciplinary cours- es that range from The History of Diseases (a combination of microbiology and histo- ry) to a two-week Civil War study course that includes visits to museums and battle- fields. Program courses give students an opportunity to pursue other disciplines and interests, and offer chances for stu- dents to engage with others who are curi- (Above) Tyson Shaw (’08) and ous and interested in learning. Kelly Wiedemann (’08) share what Professor Bradford Haas is director they enjoyed most about being of the Honors Program and chair of the members of the Honors Program. university’s English Department. He (Left) Bradford Haas serves as the sees great value in the program. It of- Honors Program director. (Right) Adam Buttrick is this fers students the opportunity to explore year’s Honors Program a variety of disciplines and gain critical student president. thinking skills, and it helps support aca- (Far right) 2014 Honors Program demic excellence within the university faculty and students. through grants and donations. WAU Alumnus Tyson Shaw (’08), who is now an attorney with the U.S. Bureau of Prisons, participated in the inaugural Honors Program. He helped write the constitution for the program and develop Honors the executive office structure. He also par- ticipated in the first Honors retreat. “My ground-floor involvement in Honors holds special meaning to me, and I count Program my participation as a highlight of my col- legiate experience,” said Shaw. “My early investment in the process helped me to develop relationships with the key Hon- ors Program faculty, many of whom have served as mentors and recommenders for Celebrates 1oth Anniversary me, even after my time at WAU concluded.”

16 Shaw also noted that “the Honors Pro- even started painting. Thanks to History this year. Programs will include the 200th gram brightened and intensified my edu- of Diseases, I now find science fascinat- anniversary of “The Star-Spangled Ban- cation at WAU. Through ‘Honors,’ as we ing (instead of scary) and read science ner” (written by 35-year-old American came to call it, I was placed in a cohort articles for fun.” lawyer Francis Scott Key in September with many intelligent and curious class- “I also learned to be comfortable in 1814); the 170th anniversary of the “Great mates, who quickly became trusted peers an environment where there were many Disappointment” (the failed 1844 prophe- and friends. The innovative Honors cours- backgrounds, religious viewpoints and cy of Baptist farmer William Miller upon es, taught by invested and engaged pro- opinions,” she noted. “In Honors, we which the Seventh-day Adventist Church fessors, explored relevant topics through had heated debates, and yet remained was built); and an exhibition that recog- a balanced, multidisciplinary approach, good friends afterward. I think this pro- nizes the 100th anniversary of the short- providing me with a broad-based educa- vided a positive model for relationships lived Blast literary magazine, which was tional experience. Both colleagues and that continues to influence the way I in- a catalyst for avant-garde art and litera- coursework pushed me to achieve, provid- teract with others today.” ture from 1914 to 1922. ing me with a strong foundation for future Current Honors Student President This year, Buttrick is also serving as the academic and professional pursuits.” Adam Buttrick said the program “offers Honors Program events coordinator, with Kelly Wiedemann (’08), who was also opportunities to interact with people who responsibility for organizing the Honors part of that first Honors group and is now want to learn, and to enhance the overall retreat and planning events, including the the orchestra director at Shenandoah academic experience with relevant activi- Christmas party, commiseration brunch Valley Academy in , credits the ties.” Last year, the Honors group trav- and senior dedication. program with “making the learning and eled to New York to attend what was, for For WAU students who are consider- classwork so much more enjoyable and him, a memorable performance of Wait- ing participation in the Honors Program, Tyson Shaw offers this advice: “Taking ownership of your college career is key to a running start in the job market. The Hon- ors Program offers a supportive and engag- ing community, marketable educational experiences and the opportunity to criti- cally engage with the world around you. “Through Honors, you will gain men- tors and colleagues who will remain with you far beyond graduation. Don’t sign up if you are merely seeking a degree, relevant. It got me excited about topics that ing for Godot that featured English actors or college is solely a social endeavor. Do I had previously avoided, such as science. Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. sign up if you are willing to push your- It also gave me a chance to meet people A graduate of the Pine Tree Academy self, and if you are seeking to maximize outside of music. Music majors tend to be a in Freeport, Maine, Buttrick came to your experience at WAU. tight-knit group, and we are gone so much WAU to continue his Adventist educa- “I came to WAU because I was commit- on tours that we can lose touch with the tion. He also was drawn to the school ted to an Adventist education, but was in- rest of campus. Being in Honors expanded for its location so close to the nation’s terested in political studies and law,” said my social network, and helped me find in- capital. A counseling psychology major Shaw, who attended law school at Duke terests and outlets outside of music.” who is now in his senior year, Buttrick University. “I conditionally recommend Wiedemann had come to WAU for the has participated in the Honors Program WAU to others, particularly to those who opportunity to perform with the New since arriving at WAU. He said he values are self-starters and high achievers.” England Youth Ensemble. She was seek- the variety of interdisciplinary courses Since the program’s inception, partici- ing an Adventist education and liked the and appreciates that they are often tied pants have been accepted into graduate location of the university. to local resources. programs all over the country, including Through Honors, Wiedemann said, “I As student president of the group, But- Georgetown, Duke, USC, Chicago, Penn learned to expand my interests outside trick has responsibilities that include as- State, Union Theological Seminary, the Uni- of music. Thanks to Art & , I sisting with the weekly Honors seminar, versity of Baltimore, , now love going to art galleries and have which will feature an anniversaries theme Catholic University and Loma Linda.

wau.edu ■ W i n t e r 2015 ■ 17 (Below) King Peggy Bartels Second Annual Visionaries Gala received the Award for Excellence in Humanitarian Service. Putting On The itz

he second annual Washington and chairman of Sloan Management, Inc. AdventistR University Visionaries and Premier HealthCare, Inc., and is also T Gala was held on September 21 at a member of the Washington Adventist Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, University Board of Trustees. In his 42- and approximately 300 people attended year career, Boyer has developed nursing the event, which was emceed by award- and assisted living facilities across the winning journalist Suzanne Malveaux, Mid-Atlantic region, and is founder of CNN’s national correspondent and for- American Heritage Communities for ac- mer anchor of the network’s international tive senior adults. news program, Around the World. Dr. Gladstone Gurubatham In keeping with WAU’s commitment to was honored this year with the “Excel- excellence and moral leadership, the gala lence in Teaching Psychology and Social included a recognition of five individuals Sciences, and Excellence in Educational who have provided exemplary leadership Leadership” award. He is the longest- to the university, the community, the serving faculty member at Washington country and the world. Adventist University, with a 50-year This year’s Gateway award for “Ex- tenure. As the founder and architect of cellence in Humanitarian Service” was the university’s adult evening program, presented to Peggielene Bartels which is now the School of Graduate and (King Peggy) for her global contributions Professional Studies, Dr. Gurubatham as king of a small fishing village in Gha- has succeeded in creating a convenient na. Bartels is a Ghanaian-born Ameri- and accessible program that accommo- can citizen who works at the Embassy of dates the needs of working adults who Ghana in Washington, D.C. Six years ago, are seeking accelerated undergraduate or when she was chosen to succeed her uncle graduate degrees. as king of Otuam, Bartels began to live Washington Adventist University an unusual dual life. From two continents, alumni, Dr. Milton Morris and his King Peggy is now leading 7,000 villagers wife, Merrillie, were honored with to a more prosperous future. the “Excellence in Entrepreneurial Lead- As someone who has made consider- ership” award for building their Standard able contributions to the world of health- Office Supply Company on a founda- care, Bruce Boyer was honored with tion of service excellence and integrity. the “Excellence in Health and Human Standard Office Supply is now one of the Mr. and Mrs. Milton Morris Services” award this year. He is president largest independent, full-service office received the Award for Excellence in Entrepreneurial Leadership.

18 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y (Left) Weymouth Spence, Lois and Leroy Peters.

products dealerships in the greater Wash- ington-Baltimore region. The Morrises also encourage entrepreneurship and as- sist small businesses through the Morris Entrepreneurship Centre at Northern Ca- ribbean University in Jamaica. The annual Gala serves as a fundraiser for the university’s Vision 2020—Grow- (Far left) Gladstone Gurubatham ing with Excellence plan, which is guid- received the Award for Excellence in ing the school’s metamorphosis into one Health and Human Services. of the premier small universities in the Mid-Atlantic region. The plan aims to (Above) Benin Lee ’91, Weymouth Spence, enhance all facets of WAU operations, Celeste Ryan Blyden ’93 and Ronald Anderson ’64. which includes exceeding accreditation standards; developing a strong curricu- (Left) Bruce Boyer received the Award lum in science, technology, engineer- for Excellence in Health and ing and mathematics; expanding service Human Services. learning; conducting ongoing program review; making strategic reinvestments in the quality of programs; and promot- ing and strengthening support services that reflect 21st century best practices. At the centerpiece of the Vision 2020 plan is a new Health Professions and Well- ness Center, which will enable collabora- tion and provide vibrant opportunity for holistic development through education, health and wellness for the WAU com- munity and beyond. Also part of the plan is phase two of the Leroy & Lois Peters Music Center, which will help integrate performance and curriculum by adding Suzanne Malveaux with Ron and Beverly Anderson. a performance hall to facilitate practice, teaching and study of performing arts.

wau.edu ■ W i n t e r 2015 ■ 19 WAU In Memoriam

WAU Remembers Dr. William A. Loveless University President 1978–1990

considerable interest and support from the was president. At that time, Loveless area’s working adults, the college’s use of was senior pastor at nearby Sligo Sev- empty classrooms in the evening for the enth-day Adventist Church, and his sug- adult program helped balance the budget. gestion was considered by some to be a “Dr. William Loveless was an ex- radical idea. In spite of initial disapproval Born: January 17, 1928 traordinary influence on this university,” from headquarters, Marlin Mathiesen said current WAU President Weymouth was sent as the first student missionary Died: September 15, 2014 Spence, Ed.D., R.T. “Under his leader- to Mexico. Since that time, programs at ship, this university was among the first Adventist colleges and universities have in the nation to launch an evening pro- sent thousands of student missionaries he WAU community remembers gram designed specifically to meet the to countries around the world. William A. Loveless, Ph.D., who needs of working adults. That program “He was a genuine person. You T served as the university’s presi- today is known as our School of Gradu- never felt that he was putting on airs. dent from 1978 to 1990 when the insti- ate and Professional Studies.” When he spoke, it was with authenticity tution was known as Columbia Union In an effort to become better and he had an amazing sense of humor,” College. Loveless came to the campus acquainted with academy faculty and said WAU Director of Student Financial at a time when heated discussions were prospective students, Loveless began to Services Sharon Conway, who knew taking place over plans to move the col- use the college’s presidential residence him. “He loved a good clean joke. He lege to a different and more remote lo- as a guest house, where he often hosted was a visionary and very persistent.” cation. He argued against the move and as many as 14 visitors in a weekend. In addition to his years as president in favor of keeping the college close He also invited all freshmen to his home of the university and his time as pastor to the nation’s capital, where students for a fall reception, and hosted another at Sligo Seventh-day Adventist Church, could access museums, concert halls, reception for graduates and their families Loveless served twice as senior pas- historic sites and other local institutions prior to commencement. He enjoyed get- tor of North America’s largest Adventist that would provide them with a rich ting to know people. congregation on the campus of Loma supplemental education. One former student, now a universi- Linda University—from 1970 to 1976, When discussions about a move ty professor, recalls the open door policy and again from 1990 to 2000. As a pas- finally ended, Loveless engaged in that he maintained: “I often dropped by tor, he was a compelling preacher, and another effort to preserve the institu- his office to chat about my career or extraordinarily gifted at relating the Bible tion and its identity. He ultimately won studies. When I transferred to another to contemporary life. He also served as a 10-year battle to secure state fund- university, I thought I’d get acquainted president of the Pennsylvania Confer- ing, overcoming charges by Maryland with the president there, so I went to see ence from 1976 to 1978. officials that the college was “just a Bible him. I became uneasy when it was clear At the time of his death on September college proselytizing students.” that drop-ins weren’t part of his agenda.” 15, 2014, Loveless was employed at Loma In another innovation, Loveless Loveless was also the first to sug- Linda University. He is survived by his wife launched an adult evening program. He gest that a student missionary program of 62 years, Edna Maye (Alexander) Love- and his academic dean, Dr. Joseph Guru- be established at the university in 1959, less; a sister, Joan Harding; two daugh- batham, taught the initial courses, and re- when it was still known as Washington ters, Marti Olson and Marilynn Howard; cruited local professionals as faculty. With Missionary College and Charles Hirsch and a granddaughter, Laura Olson.

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WAU Alumni News

Greetings Alumni and Friends! As the year comes to a close and I reflect on 2014, I am Alumni Weekend overwhelmed by what an amazing year this was. As the director of Alumni Relations, I have the opportunity to meet alumni from across the country, from California to Florida. Everywhere I go, I find individuals who are passionate about and dedicated to Washing- ton Adventist University. The number one question I get from alumni is “What’s going on, on campus?” I am always happy to tell alumni, but I encourage you to visit campus to see for yourself. Plan to come to Alumni Weekend April 9-12, 2015; attend the Alumni Association Induction Ceremony in May before graduation; participate in the university’s career fair; or join us for one of our many alumni and community events throughout the year. Come see for yourself how we are Engaging Minds and Transforming Lives on the campus of Washington Adventist University. Another question I commonly hear is “How can we support the university?” There are a number of opportunities for you to make a donation to scholarships, building projects, individual departments or the university’s greatest need. But making a donation isn’t the only way you can support the university. You can join the Alumni Association board of directors and provide leadership for the Alumni Association, you can become a Student Mentor and influence the life Mission-Airs 5K Fun Run of a current student, or you can be an Alumni Ambassador and help the Office of Admissions en- courage prospective students to attend WAU. The ways you can support the university are nearly limitless. The Office of Alumni Relations is here to help you connect with the university and with each other. This summer, at an alumni event in Michigan, I was privileged to witness the reunion of former roommates who had not seen each other since they graduated over 25 years ago! Both ladies were overjoyed at seeing each other and were so grateful for the opportunity to reconnect. For me, it was amazing to be part of the event, but I was also reminded of a greater reunion we are all looking forward to. Thank you for your continued support and prayers for our alma mater. This is Washington Adventist University.

E l l i e B a r k e r ’0 8 D i r e c t o r , A l u m n i R e l a t i o n s

Worship Services Mark Your Calendar April 9 – 12, 2O15 Alumni Weekend Honoring the classes of 2005, 1995, 1990, 1985, 1975, 1965, 1960, 1955, 1950, 1945 Join us for ■■ Honors Program 10th Anniversary ■■ Departmental Open Houses Celebration ■■ 5K Fun Run ■■ School of Graduate and Professional Studies 30th Anniversary Celebration ■■ Family Fun Festival ■■ Alumni Awards Banquet ■■ Acro-Airs Home Show ■■ And much more! For questions, contact Ellie Barker, Director for Alumni Relations: [email protected] or 301-891-4151.

22 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y Weddings Alumni Weekend 2014

ina Gopala-Rao (’04 and ’10) T married Joel Kibble on May 11, 2014, in Takoma Park, Maryland. Tina Kibble earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in finance from Washington Adventist University, formerly and at the time Columbia Union College, in 2004. In 2010, she earned her th Anniversary master’s in business administration Respiratory Care 40 from Washington Adventist Univer- sity. Joel Kibble is a world-renowned, dynamic motivational speaker, singer, songwriter, producer and member of the 10-time Grammy Award-winning group Take 6. They currently live in Nashville, Tennessee.

Alumni Awards Banquet

Zella Holbert Award Recipient

on Peter (’10) married Sandra J Kemboi on June 29, 2014, in Laurel, Maryland. Jon Peter earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in management from Washington Adven- tist University in 2010 and is currently enrolled in the master’s of business ad- ministration program. He works as the associate director for Institutional Re- search and Effectiveness at Washing- ton Adventist University. They currently Kickoff Social live in Takoma Park, Maryland.

Academic Departmentals W i n t e r 2015 ■ 23 WAU Advancement

Athletic Field Grand Opening

lumni, community members and students celebrated the new $1.8 million artificial turf ath- letic field in Takoma Park on September 9, and the university’s men’s soccer team will play A its first home game on the field. The field includes new lights, a new scoreboard and new bleachers. “The new athletic field is another exciting enhancement to WAU’s campus, and it represents an- other step forward in our efforts to turn this good university into a great university,” said Washington Adventist University President Weymouth Spence, Ed.D., R.T. “The new field will better serve our students, faculty and staff, and the community. It also supports our health and wellness program, which promotes a healthy mind in a healthy body.” The field—which accommodates soccer games, intramural sports and a variety of community ac- tivities throughout the year—is part of an overall effort by WAU to improve its physical campus. Dur- ing the past five years, the university has made investments of more than $16 million, reaping visible and effective results. The list of completed projects includes a new $6.3 million music building; a $1.2 million dining hall renovation; a $1.1 million activity center; and a host of smaller renovation projects that include new paint, furniture and flooring in the dormitories, classrooms and library. Transforming the physical campus is part of Washington Adventist University’s Vision 2020— Growing with Excellence plan, which is guiding the university’s metamorphosis into one of the pre- mier small universities in the Mid-Atlantic region.

24 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y Vision 2o2o Health Professions, Science and Wellness Center

he new Health Profes- citing and endless possibilities promote healthy living.” wellness activities. sions, Science and for this university as we find new When completed, the Funding for the new center TWellness Center is now ways to enhance the education 50,000-square-foot center will comes from the annual Vision- in the planning and design of our students in the health accommodate WAU’s health aries Gala event, along with phase, advancing WAU’s and science professions, and professions and science pro- support from the state through Vision 2020—Growing with improve community wellness,” grams, as well as community a $4 million matching grant Excellence plan. The center said WAU President Weymouth programs to enhance well- from the Governor’s Office. will be built as a $10.3 million Spence, Ed.D., R.T. “Adventists ness. It will provide opportuni- The grant application is being renovation and addition to the are known for their attention to ties for the university to part- completed, and funding ap- existing Health Professions health and wellness issues, and ner with the city and county in proval is expected next year. Building on campus. we look forward to having space offering healthy cooking and The architect for the project “This new center will offer ex- where we can offer programs to exercise classes, among other is Hord Coplan and Macht.

wau.edu ■ W i n t e r 2015 ■ 25 WAU Gifts

The following represents those who contributed cash gifts or gifts in kind to Washington Adventist University from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. Thank you for selecting Washington Adventist University as the recipient of your donation. We are also thankful for the organizations in the community that share our mission, values and vision. If we have inadvertently left your name off the list, please accept our apology and contact the Office of Advancement at 301-891-4133. Gifts given by Seventh-day Adventist Conferences under the direction of the president are listed by conference name.

The following list represents Report of Gifts

Pioneer Society $100+ Krista Byrd, ’13 Elie S. Honore Ruby A. Rice, ’56 ($14,045.92) Adell Claypool Faith D. Housen, ’84 Alice F. Rich, ’91 Conewago Enterprises, Inc. Charlotte A. Huenergardt, ’60 Lee M. Roberts William & Bernie Albright Elaine R. Congdon, ’67 William E. Jackson, ’74 Genevieve Rogers Reginald D. Alexander Anniechiel B. Correces Melinda Jaeger, ’57 Vicki S. Rosette, ’86 George Allen Jose H. Cortes, ’94 Andre & Cecilia Johnson, ’98 & ’96 Dean Sadat-Aalaee Enga I. Almeida, ’00 Dorothy L. Creveling, ’53 Ralph Johnson Robert W. Sauer, ’04 Denise Anderson Redentor F. Dakanay, ’09 Grant Leitma, ’78 Natasha M. Shamone-Gilmore, ’93 Becky Barker Bettye A. Darden Angella Lingard Lawrence R. Show Ellie R. Barker, ’08 Calvin David Josephine Y. Loh, ’70 Phyllis Y. Simons, ’62 Edward L. Barnette, ’71 Thomas L. Diggs, ’09 Faye L. Long Judine B. Slaughter, 03 Viola Battle Desiree R. Dixon, ’12 Linda D. Lowe, ’06 Betty E. Smith Jerry G. Baugher, ’70 Eric & Diana L. Engen, ’86 Linda J. Lundberg, ’70 Myschelle W. Spears, ’70 Lee D. Beers, ’58 Dexter M. Frederick, ’92 Beulah Manuel Linda L. Steinberg June Benson, ’45 Linda O. Frias, ’85 Elizabeth E. Matthews, ’58 Patricia Swensen, ’89 Tina M. Bjarekull Ruth O. Gelford Ryle, ’53 Marla L. Maybrook, ’75 Deborah J. Szasz, ’75 Gregory S. Black, ’70 Betty Giang Pedrito U. Maynard-Reid Yoshihiro J. Takata, ’63 Larry Boggess Charles J. Goodacre Pedrito Maynard-Zhang LeRoy K. Thompson, ’45 John F. Bohner, ’52 Raina E. Groover, ’05 Neftali and Marisa Medina Deborah A. Thurlow, ’86 Grethel Bradford Cheryl A. Haag-Schaeffer, ’73 Erika Y. Mejia Dawn L. Vesco, ’13 Janet Brode, ’11 Ray Hartwell John R. Melnick, ’67 Amy L. Wallish, ’12 James A. Brown, ’53 Daniel Miongo Carol A. Warren Marshena Moncrieffe-Clarke Ouida E. Westney, ’59 Edwin Monge Daniella S. Williams, ’13 How Your Gifts Were Used John R. Moore Hattie J. Williams, ’70 Douglas Morgan Debra W. Wood, ’82 Misc. Projects Scholarships Annual Fund $27,899.30 $70,231.80 $37,303.21 John L. Murdoch, ’59 Donald A. Woolever Janette Neufville Ruth E. Wright, ’62 Lyndrey A. Niles, ’63 Valentine Zaft Ronald A. Norman, ’64 Charlotte C. Zane, ’60 Mary Nowrangi Naomi Zeismer, ’57 Jane Ogora, ’14 Departments Oliver S. Palmerm, ’64 Gateway Society $250+ $327,318.30 Tana L. Plauger, ’68 ($10,951.91) Herma Percy Rebecca J. Alignay, ’99 Wilma J. Raub, ’94 Aspire Services, Inc. Glenn S. Rea, ’69 Eugene F. Burgess, ’73 Duane O. Reid, ’12 Melinda D. Chapman, ’92 Capital Projects Harold E. Rhodes, ’61 $509,761 Marianne Clemmer Betty C. Rivera Jose Cortes

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WAU Gifts

Sylvia Dennis, ’01 French-American Seventh-day Joyce A. Hill, ’69 LeRoy G. Cain Diane Dubois Adventist Church The Kerala Adventist Church, Inc. Patrick K. Farley, ’81 East Silver Spring Elementary Jose A. Fuentes Frances A. Laing, ’49 General Conference of Seventh- School PTA Harrodine Greene H. Lyndon Marter day Adventists Max Faulkner Stanley M. Grube, ’61 Angus W. McDonald, ’74 The M&T Charitable Foundation Lawrence Geraty Gladstone Gurubatham Margaret McFarland Michael Lee Richard & Linda Guldin Joseph & Juanita Gurubatham, ’66 L. Roo & Nellie McKenzie Michael D. Miller Claudette B. Haynes, ’13 & ’74 Donald E. Melnick, ’71 Weymouth Spence Kathy E. Hecht, ’84 Leslie Hardware Milton & Merrillie Morris, ’64 & ’66 Rebekah Wang Cheng Olive Hemmings Marilyn J. Herrmann, ’65 Mountain View Conference of Valerie Jackson Cynthia L. Isensee-Boyle, ’82 Seventh-day Adventists Visionary’s Society Donna M. Janetzko, ’75 Rebecca V. Kabba, ’10 Baraka Muganda $10,000+ ($270,000.00) Cheryl H. Kisunzu Erytheia Lambert-Jones Joyce P. Newmyer Ronald L. Anderson, ’64 Peter M. Lombard, ’05 Kimberly S. Malin, ’87 Richard & Norma Osborn, ’69 Glen H. Bennett, ’70 Scott & Sandra Loughlin, ’02 Lorena Martinez Henry H. Pittman H. Dean Bouland, ’75 Christopher & Heather Lundsford, ’01 Adrienne Matthews Potomac Conference of Seventh- John Y. Chang, ’62 Harpal S. Mangat day Adventists Darlene E. McGiveron Columbia Union Conference Medical Health Center of Frederick Sandy Spring Bank Olney Branch Justin D. Mezetin, ’06 Frank S. Damazo LLC Ruben Smith Chantel D. Miller Joy K. Faehner Timothy L. Nelson, ’11 Suburban Signs William Miller Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Dessa J. Noel Janet F. Stoehr, ’69 Mylander Builders, LLC The Foundation for Adventist North American Division of Janet L. Nelson, ’65 City of Takoma Park Education Seventh-day Adventists Richard H. Paul, ’56 Joseph Tobing, ’87 Friedenwald Memorial Fund, Inc. Joyce Passer, ’45 Molly S. Peters, ’80 William G. Robertson Leroy & Janet Haas, Attended & Kathryn S. Pearson, ’84 Rick Remmers Patrick A. Williams ’67 Leslie H. Pitton, ’67 Howard M. Schwartz The Henry M. Jackson Foundation RCN Telecom Services, LLC Michael K. Shelton, ’05 Founder’s Society The Herbert N. Gundersheimer Reid Temple AME Church/Queen $5,000+ ($88,805.67) Foundation, Inc. Khadene Taffe Jefferson Missionary Society David P. Malin, ’62 Madge Richards Quesenberry, ’11 Ricoh USA, Inc. Adventist Health Care-Community Partnership Fund Medical Group Foundation, Inc. Russell J. Wetherell, ’74 Genevieve Singh Cheree Aitken Orion Charitable Foundation, Inc. Raymond F. Wheltle Bodgan & Zorica Scur, ’14 Aladdin Food Management Leroy & Lois Peters Mark A. Young, ’95 Hilton & Doris Suddarth, ’50 Services, LLC Skanska USA Building Inc. Michael & Leslie Tinati Robert & Charmaine Bainum, ’50 Farid Srour, ’49 H.M.S. Richard’s Society TrayPML, Inc. & ’49 John S. Wang $500+ ($30,718.67) Robert Vandeman Evelyn J. Bata Douglas & Elisabeth Wear Donald L. Albright A. Jean Warden Bruce E. Boyer Edward & Ann Zinke Allegheny East Conference of Dave Weigley SDAs Lee M. Wisel, ’74 Raj Attiken Linda J. Wood, ’87 Seth Bardu Lloyd Yutuc Five-Year Giving Trends Lisa Beardsley-Hardy Dan Zinke Karen Benn Marshall 2009–2014 Larry Blackmer James Lawhead Society Melanie C. Bowen, ’13 $1,000+ ($69,809.11) $1,000,000 Vincent D. Burruano Nirmala R. Abraham, ’94 Hamlet Canosa Robinson & Vimala Abraham, ’74 $800,000 Vijayan Charles & ’66 Gaspar Colon Russell G. Arnold, ’59 Linda M. Comilang, ’87 James Bingham $600,000 Lowell Cooper CentiMark Corporation/David Violet O. Cox Souders Angie Crews, ’07 Judith Cichosz $400,000 Sonia Donaldson Commonweal Foundation William Ellis Dennis & Linda Currier Kazuko Y. Ervin Faithsearch Partners, Inc. $200,000 Lahna C. Farver Terry Forde Joan Francis $0 Dorothy M. Gardner, ’64 2009–2010 2010–2011 2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 $292,990 $516,345 $686,657 $653,482 $972,513

28 ■ W a s h i n g t o n A d v e n t i s t U n i v e r s i t y In Support of Washington Adventist University’s “Vision 2020” Master Plan May You Continue to Grow With Excellence

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Join us for Alumni Weekend Honoring the classes of

■■ 2005 ■■ 1965 ■■ 1995 ■■ 1960 ■■ 1990 ■■ 1955 ■■ 1985 ■■ 1950 ■■ 1975 ■■ 1945

See page 22 for more information. wau.edu/alumni