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Saint Augustine’s University Names First Woman Board Chair Amid Accreditation Fight

A Historic First for SAU Leadership Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) has made history by appointing Sophie L. Gibson of Atlanta as chair of its Board of Trustees — the first woman ever to hold the position in the school’s 157-year history. The announcement comes at a pivotal moment as the university continues its fight to […]

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Three-Time HBCU Alumnus Willis “Bill” Graves Jr. Honored with Civil Rights Trail Marker 

The legacy of Willis “Bill” Graves Jr., a groundbreaking civil rights attorney known for his relentless fight against racial housing discrimination, was honored this month with a new marker on the North Carolina Civil Rights Trail. The dedication ceremony took place at 814 Oberlin Road, the location of Graves’ birthplace. This location now serves as

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HBCU Aims to Alleviate Financial Struggles with 99-Year Lease

In a significant move toward financial recovery, Saint Augustine’s University is prepared to make a deal to see part of its campus leased to Coral Gables-based 50 Plus 1 Sports for $70 million over 99 years. Monti Valrie, principal and managing partner of 50 Plus 1 Sports, confirmed the agreement. “We are absolutely thrilled to

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Saint Augustine’s University Makes Financial Comeback with $30 Million Partnership 

Saint Augustine’s University has secured a significant financial partnership with Gothic Ventures, designed to propel the institution into a new chapter of growth and stability.  Under this new agreement, SAU will gain access to up to $30 million, starting with an immediate $7 million term loan. This strategic funding comes at a pivotal time for

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