Saint Augustine's University

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day from SAU! 🐦💙👔

06/20/2026

🎓 “Having professors who genuinely cared about my success made a tremendous difference.”

Inspired by a passion for science and a desire to improve health outcomes in communities around the world, Israel Pennerman traveled from The Bahamas to SAU to pursue her dreams. Through academic excellence, research opportunities, and the support of faculty mentors, she transformed that passion into purpose.

Today, we proudly celebrate Fall 2025 graduate Israel Pennerman, whose journey has already led to acceptance into a graduate program in Biomedical Science. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, mentorship, and believing in what’s possible.

Read her inspiring Falcon Graduate Spotlight story: https://www.st-aug.edu/israel-pennerman-from-the-bahamas-to-biomedical-science-a-journey-of-discovery-purpose/ 🐦💙🙌🏾

Fall 2025 Graduate | Public Health Science For Israel Pennerman, pursuing a degree in Public Health Science was never simply about earning a diploma. It was about gaining the knowledge and skills needed to address health challenges facing communities around the world. Originally from Nassau, The Bah...

06/19/2026

The Rev. Hershey Mallette Stephens, Dean of the Chapel and Spiritual Life at SAU, shares in our Juneteenth video that June 19, 1865, was a day of jubilation as emancipation finally reached the last enslaved Americans in Texas. This moment of triumph inspired a wave of hope, leading the Episcopal Church to establish mission schools to uplift the newly freed individuals, including Saint Augustine’s Normal School, which was founded in 1867 and is now known as Saint Augustine’s University.

In North Carolina, unsung heroes like Abraham Galloway seized their freedom and forged new paths of Black leadership and self-determination  . Their courage and vision helped ensure that freedom would mean more than a moment – it became a movement that empowered generations.

For over 150 years, Saint Augustine’s University has carried that legacy. Today’s existence is a testament to the faith, education, and resilience that grew from Juneteenth’s promise. SAU, the “Miracle on Oakwood,” is still alive – a beacon of hope worth believing in and supporting.

Let’s celebrate Juneteenth – now a national holiday – celebrating freedom and living our ancestors’ dreams. 🐦💙✊🏾

06/16/2026

🎓 “Every experience helped shape the person I am today.”

Whether on the track, in the classroom, or serving the campus community, Nazir Imhotep embraced every opportunity SAU had to offer. From competing on one of the nation’s biggest stages as a hurdler to earning academic honors and developing leadership skills that will serve him for years to come, his journey reflects the very best of the Falcon spirit.

Join us in celebrating Fall 2025 graduate Nazir Imhotep and his inspiring story of excellence, growth, and perseverance.

Read his story: https://www.st-aug.edu/nazir-imhotep-excellence-on-the-track-in-the-classroom-across-campus/ 🐦💙🙌🏾

Fall 2025 Graduate | Sport Management For Nazir Imhotep, Saint Augustine’s University provided opportunities to grow as a student, athlete, leader, and marketing professional. A native of Chesapeake, Virginia, Imhotep graduated with a degree in Sport Management after building an impressive record ...

06/13/2026

🎓 “Against all odds, I finished what I started.”

Breann Bannister’s journey to graduation was marked by challenges, sacrifice, and perseverance. Through motherhood, Hurricane Dorian, the COVID-19 pandemic, and countless obstacles along the way, she never lost sight of her dream.

Today, she stands as a Spring 2026 graduate of SAU with an accredited degree and a testament to the resilience of the Falcon spirit.

Read her story: https://www.st-aug.edu/breann-bannister-a-mothers-determination-a-teachers-calling/ 🐦💙🙌🏾

For Breann Bannister, earning her degree from Saint Augustine’s University represents far more than completing a college program. It represents perseverance through some of life’s most difficult challenges and a tireless commitment to achieving her dream of becoming an educator. Originally from ...

06/12/2026

Please join the in wishing a Happy 50th Anniversary to the SAU Golden Class of 1976! 🐦💙🙌🏾

05/30/2026

Thank you North Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities! 💙🤍💙

Honor the legacy of one of Raleigh’s historic HBCUs. SAU has been a beacon of leadership and community since 1867.

Why we love it:

✨ A rich heritage of producing leaders who have impacted the world socially, spiritually, economically and culturally.
✨ A brand new era of vision to reimagine the campus and provide certificate, certification and apprenticeship programs
✨ Located just blocks from the NC State Capitol.

SAU’s “Blue & White” tradition and Falcon Pride remain a vital anchor to the Southeast Raleigh community.

🔗 Learn more about their legacy: https://ncicu.org/saint-augustines-university

05/25/2026

Today, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. SAU proudly remembers all who served, especially our alumni whose courage, sacrifice, and legacy continue to inspire generations. 🇺🇸

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from SAU! 🐦💙🙏🏾

05/04/2026

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