
SAU Appoints Ricardo Phipps, Ph.D. as Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) has named Dr. Ricardo Phipps, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective June 1, 2023, after an extensive and inclusive national search. As SAU’s chief academic officer, Dr. Phipps will report to SAU President Dr. Christine Johnson McPhail and collaborate with the university’s executive leadership, school deans, and other units […]

SAU Announces the Addition of Nationally Recognized Attorney to its Board of Trustees
David Henson is an attorney and partner with Henson Fuerst, P.A. Saint Augustine’s University (SAU)’s Board of Trustees adds new leadership. As a new member of the Board of Trustees, Attorney David Henson, Partner, Henson Fuerst, P.A., brings over 25 years of award-winning legal experience and a wealth of experience and expertise in legal, business, […]

SAU Professor of Criminal Justice Appointed to Serve on State Ethics Commission for 2023 Term
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper appointed Professor B. Renee Robinson (Department of Criminal Justice) to serve on the State Ethics Commission for the 2023 term. The State Ethics Commission is responsible for interpreting and administering the State Government Ethics Act, including issuing formal advisory opinions, administering the financial disclosure process (Statement of Economic Interest or […]

SAU Graduates Make History as First Master’s Degree Recipients
Eight students received a Master’s Degree from SAU for the first time in the university’s history On Saturday, May 6th, eight students made history as the first to receive a master’s in public administration (MPA) from Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) in the institution’s 156 years during its 92nd commencement ceremony at the Raleigh Convention Center. […]

SAU Cycling Begins Mountain Bike Short Track Summer Race Series
May 11, 2023 – Raleigh, NC: The SAU cycling team began its summer race season at Dorthea Dix Park in the first race of the Berger Hardware Bikes Short Track Series. About 80 total cyclists raced on a 1.25 mile looped course that included several rollers, jumps, hairpin turns, and loose dirt. Several local professional […]

SAU Grants 3 Faculty Members Permanence Through Tenure
On May 5, 2023, the Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) board of trustees voted to approve tenure for faculty members Dr. Sheria D. Rowe, ’07, Dr. Patrick Webb, and Dr. Shirlkeymu L. Winston. “I am truly delighted and proud of the accomplishments of Dr. Sheria Rowe, Dr. Patrick Webb, and Dr. Shirlkeymu Winston. Their hard work, […]

Career Services Announces Students Representing SAU for the Summer 2023 HBCU Governor’s Internship Program
North Carolina Governor’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities Internship Program was created to connect students matriculating at North Carolina’s HBCUs with major corporations and businesses in the private sector throughout the state. The program provides interns with an immersive professional experience that will increase their competitiveness in the job market. Saint Augustine’s University is happy to […]

SAU Appoints Stephen Latson as Interim Executive Director of Institutional Advancement
Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) has named Mr. Stephen Latson, the Interim Executive Director of Institutional Advancement, effective May 9, 2023. Mr. Latson will manage the university’s fundraising initiatives in his new role by establishing and fostering relationships with donors, alumni, foundations, and corporations. With over 18 years of front-line banking, customer experience, and an understanding […]

SAU Appoints Shareese Williams as Interim Director of Alumni Affairs
Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) has named alumna Shareese Williams, ’98, the Interim Director of Alumni Affairs, effective May 9, 2023. Williams will be responsible for strengthening the relationship between alumni and the university in her new role by managing and coordinating alumni events, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising initiatives. Ms. Williams transitions into this role after […]

SAU Alums Willie Dell and Shayne Halls to Receive Distinguished Alumni Awards During Annual Stone of Hope Gala
WRAL evening anchor Lena Tillett will serve as the mistress of ceremonies. Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) will host its eighth annual Stone of Hope Gala on May 5, 2023, at 7 p.m. at the Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Glenwood Ballroom. The university’s largest fundraiser is the Stone of Hope Gala, celebrating giving to SAU and will […]