When Kendrick Cunningham was in high school in Charlotte, NC, a few years ago, he wanted to attend college at North Carolina A&T. That institution in Greensboro is about 10 times the size of Saint Augustine’s and is the largest HBCU in the nation. But Cunningham’s guidance counselor recommended Saint […]
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Falcon returns to the nest
Owen Forbes graduated from Saint Augustine’s University in 1997 but he has returned to the Falcon’s nest. Mr. Forbes started in the fall as Residence Hall Director for Falk Crest dorms. Mr. Forbes has 16 years of experience in residential life at several universities includingWinston-Salem State University, North Carolina Central […]
Wait…don’t you play basketball?
It’s shortly before 1 p.m. on Aug. 25, and students are gathered in the courtyard outside MLK Center for ‘Club Fest,’ where all the organizations, from the Student Government Association to Greek organizations, have tables set up to showcase their groups. The purpose of the event is to spark the […]
New faces, new roles
As students and faculty returned to Saint Augustine’s University for the fall 2016, they were met with several changes in leadership among university administrators. Our guide includes name, title, contact information and a statement from each about their goals for or approach to their job. We hope it assists you […]
Several factors caused registration problems
The process of registering at any college, whether it is an HBCU or PWI, can be long and stressful, and Saint Augustine’s University is no exception. Registration for new and returning students at Saint Augustine’s University in the Fall 2016 semester was difficult. Students were forced to wait in long lines, and sit […]
University launches ‘SAU Experience’
Saint Augustine’s University President Everett Ward often mentions his days as a student at Saint Augustine’s. His interaction with Dr. James Boyer, who was the seventh President of Saint Augustine, included the roles of professor-student, mentor-mentee and family friend. Dr. Ward’s family has known the Boyer family for many years; […]
Looking forward, looking back
Each year, Saint Augustine’s honors students for their academic achievements. Below, we highlight three of those winners. (A list of winners for 2016 follows.) Austin Jamal Keith Outstanding Senior Student, Division of Military Science How did it feel to receive your award? “It was a humbling experience for me receiving […]
Faculty spotlight: Prof. Natalie Bullock-Brown
By Amber Hagin Natalie Bullock-Brown, an assistant professor in the Media and Communications Department, first got the idea for her documentary during a conversation with her 10-year-old daughter about her appearance. Among the things her daughter, said Prof. Bullock-Brown recalls, was, “I don’t like my nose.” Prof. Bullock-Brown realized that […]
SAU sending delegation to Cuba this summer
As the semester comes to an end, two students have the privilege of taking an exciting, educational adventure. Amber Hagin and Adonica Stewart, both seniors majoring in Journalism and Mass Communication, will be journeying to the Cuba to report and write news articles. “At first I was like, ‘Wait, do […]
SAU begins offering online classes
The end of the academic year doesn’t mean school is out for everyone – many students take courses in summer school. But those students who do have to continue their education during the vacation will benefit from an educational and technological innovation. Beginning with Maymester, a three-week long summer session […]
