Saint Augustine's University showed support for the American Heart Association on Friday, February 3 by participating in National Wear Red Day. St. Aug faculty, staff and students donned red and denim in support of heart disease awareness.
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women. More women die of heart disease than all forms of cancer combined. For more information on the American Heart Association's "Go Red" initiative, click here.
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St. Aug Shows Support for American Heart Association's "Go Red" Initiative
Feb. 6, 2012
Saint Augustine's University showed support for the American Heart Association on Friday, February 3 by participating in National Wear Red Day. St. Aug faculty, staff and students donned red and denim in support of heart disease awareness.
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women. More women die of heart disease than all forms of cancer combined. For more information on the American Heart Association's "Go Red" initiative, click here.
Saint Augustine's University showed support for the American Heart Association on Friday, February 3 by participating in National Wear Red Day. St. Aug faculty, staff and students donned red and denim in support of heart disease awareness.
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women. More women die of heart disease than all forms of cancer combined. For more information on the American Heart Association's "Go Red" initiative, click here.
On Thursday, February 2 the Student Government Association (SGA) of Saint Augustine's University kicked off their "Go Green" initiative, as they performed various maintenance projects throughout campus.
In addition, members of the SGA plan to tour 1 of 3 green McDonalds restaurants in the country on Wednesday, February 8.
Part II of the initiative involves placing various recycling receptacles in select areas of campus. SGA will also host educational programs concerning environmental issues and protective environmental practices, such as tips on recycling.
"The association would like to leave this [green initiative] as a legacy for students, staff and faculty to continue recycling and conserving the Saint Augustine's University environment," stated Anthony Ross, SGA President.
Pictured: Various SGA members completed their maintenance project in the University's cafeteria.
Saint Augustine's University celebrated 145 years of academic excellence January 22 through January 29 during Founders Week. Founders Week is a time when the University pays homage to the past, celebrates the present and plans for the future. This year's celebration included various annual events such as the Wreath Laying Ceremony in honor of the University's founders and the Classy Hat/Bold Tie Luncheon.
The University also celebrated with new events such as the candle lighting ceremony and the inaugural honors convocation. The University recognized more than 450 students for excellent academic achievement during convocation. Honors convocation featured Dr. Charlie Nelms, Chancellor of North Carolina Central University.
Founders Week concluded Sunday, January 29 with chapel service. Bishop Michael Curry served as the keynote speaker, he spoke on the "importance of letting your light shine."
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During the 2012 Founders Week Community Service Day, the Sociology Club of Saint Augustine's University collaborated with Habitat for Humanity's "Brush with Kindness" program to gather vital information on elderly Oakwood locals.
Habitat for Humanity's A Brush with Kindness (ABWK) is an exterior home preservation service that offers painting, landscaping, weather stripping and minor repair services for homeowners in need.
President Dianne Boardley Suber was a featured speaker Saturday, January 28, at the 11th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at the N.C. Museum of History. Suber addressed the college's success in engaging student athletes, which begins with stressing academics over a career in professional sports.
"The media has sent the message, if you play ball well, you will become a professional athlete and never have to work again," Suber said. "All I can promise is that you will graduate. The reality is very few - black or white - will play professional ball."
Suber said she has challenged the entire university community to get involved to protect and prepare student athletes to be successful. "That is our responsibility," she said.
The event also featured speeches and performances by Saint Augustine's University alumni Sherrod Gresham and Dasan Ahanu, and the college's E-Cubed class. Representatives from the college's Gateway Program were also at the celebration.
