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NOBLE Comes to Campus

July 9, 2012

Tuesday, June 26, the Saint Augustine's University Criminal Justice Department, in conjunction with the Eastern North Carolina (ENC) Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), hosted a day of criminal justice/law enforcement related activities for children attending St. Aug's 2012 Summer Enrichment Program.

The students were exposed to law enforcement through a variety of planned activities. The morning began with a presentation and demonstration from Officer C. Rodriguez and his K-9 partner Bruno from the Morrisville Police Department. They learned about Bruno, his training, what he does for the police department and how he protects Officer Rodriguez. The students got an up close view of the K-9 special purpose SUV and a loaded unmarked Radio Patrol Unit.

Before lunch, NOBLE member, Captain C. Wilson Morrisville Police Department, spoke with the students about physical fitness requirements for a law enforcement career and how good nutrition plays a role in their physical well-being. The students participated in a physical fitness regiment similar to one that most law enforcement officers and/or agencies use for physical training to maintain a high level of fitness. Some of the exercises included push-ups, sit-ups, jumping jacks, jump rope, knee lift-squat thrusts, arm and shoulder extensions and a sprint exercise.

During the afternoon, Chief Ira W. Jones of Morrisville Police Department and alumnus spoke with the students about state and local law enforcement and how they differ, as well as how they work together. Saint Augustine's University alumna and ENC NOBLE chapter president, retired US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) supervisory special agent and adjunct professor Rosalynde Fenner spoke with the students about federal law enforcement and how it differs from state and local law enforcement.

Fenner also shared a video clip of a DEA raid in Detroit from the 2008 Spike TV series, "DEA." The students learned about the requirements for becoming a police officer and a federal agent, and what it takes to be successful and safe. They were able to get all of their questions about law enforcement answered. The ENC Chapter of NOBLE provided the each student with "The Law and You" pamphlet and a DNA registry kit, donated by the Morrisville Police Department, to take home.

The students were shown a Sherry Dorsey film, "Justice For All: The Documentary," a three-year comprehensive study of juvenile justice in America and abroad.

For more information on NOBLE, contact Rosalynde Fenner at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Pictured: Summer campers seen here with Bruno, the K9 officer.

New Campus Police Officers

July 9, 2012

Saint Augustine's University recently welcomed three new campus police officers. The officers were hired in June of this year. The new officers are: Jared S. Ollison, Dustin Q. Pennington and Ralph L. Viuex.

Officer Jared Ollison is a native of North Carolina. He served honorably in the United States Air Force and has thirteen years of law enforcement experience. Ollison comes to us from GS4 Company Police, Morrisville, NC. He began his career with the Wake County Sheriffs' Office in 1999.

Officer Dustin Pennington is a native of North Carolina. He comes to St. Aug from Randolph County Community University. Pennington is a recent graduate of its Basic Law Enforcement Training program.

Officer Ralph Vieux is a native of Haiti. Vieux joins the Saint Augustine's University Police Department from Newton Grove Police Department, where he gained more than twelve years of law enforcement experience. He holds certifications in General Instruction and Firearms Training as well as being trained in Investigations.

Officer Kevin Merritt is a native of North Carolina and earned his state police officer certification through Johnston County Community University. Merritt previously worked for Crabtree Valley Mall Special Police Department.

Pictured, left to right: Cpl. Eric L. Townes, Ralph L. Viuex, Dustin Q. Oennington, Jared S. Ollison and Chief George H. Boykin.

Four Saint Augustine's College Students Selected as Gateways Fellows

Saint Augustine's University | Press Releases | Page 2 June 25, 2012

Four Saint Augustine's University students were recently selected as Gateways Fellows in the Gateways to Science Careers program (G2SC) at Stanford University. The students are: Justin Williams-Woodstock, G.a., Raymond K. Smith III-Chicago, Ill., Candice Brown- Charlotte, N.C. and Mallory D. Felder, Jr.- Charlotte, N.C. The students were selected from an application and interview process.

The Gateways to Science Careers program was created to increase access into science careers for minority students. Additionally, the G2SC seeks to provide innovative research experiences for the students.

“There is undoubtedly a disproportionate amount of minorities seeking employment in the science field,” stated Dr. Dianne Boardley Suber, president of Saint Augustine's University. “On behalf of Saint Augustine's University, we salute Stanford for hosting such a program and applaud the students’ diligence as they work to bridge the gap in the scientific field.”

To view the students’ eprofiles, click here.

Pictured: Justin Williams, one of the four students selected is a sophomore, Engineering Mathematics from Woodstock, G.A.

Office of Student Activities & Engagement Hold Inaugural Fourth of July Cookout

July 9, 2012

The Office of Student Activities & Engagement hosted a celebration to commemorate the significance of the fourth of July, Tuesday, July 2, on the mall of the MLK Conference Center. "We wanted to do something special not only for our students, but faculty and staff who have served in the military," stated Tonya Gooch, interim director of Student Activities & Engagement.

"This event is so important because the Declaration of Independence is more than just a piece of paper. It is a symbol of our country's independence and commitment and we wanted to convey that message to our students," said Gooch.

The Office of Student Activities & Engagement plans to make this an annual event.

Pictured: Summer Program attendees smile for a picture during the cookout.

The Significance of title IX at St. Aug

Saint Augustine's University | Press Releases | Page 2 June 25, 2012

June 20, 2012 marked 40 years the Title IX educational amendment was signed into law. Title IX is an amendment to the Higher Education Law of 1965 which forbids sexual discrimination in any educational arena, whether athletically, academically, socially or professionally. It requires that all individuals be treated equally.

Not only did Title IX change the tone of the educational environment, it also spawned substantial changes for women’s athletics. “The passing of Title IX in 1972 has done a great deal for women throughout all facets of education,” stated Kristene Kelly, Associate Athletic Director/Senior Woman Administrator at Saint Augustine's University. Kelly went on to say, “I know most often, people associate Title IX with athletics and in fact, that is an area which has seen significant growth for women. However, the intent of the law was to give women more opportunities in education.”

Title IX had a monumental impact on the athletic scene at St. Aug. “Athletically, Saint Augustine's University has experienced huge growth in opportunities for women in leadership and coaching positions as well as opportunities to participate in different sports,” stated Kelly. “ Our president, Dr. Dianne Boardley Suber has made it a point to enhance the scholarship dollars for our women’s sports as well as increase the number of women we have employed in athletics. When I was hired three-and-a-half years ago, we had just three full-time females in athletics. Now, we have nine full-time female employees. Think about it, forty years ago, there would not have been a woman with the decision-making authority to help other women. Title IX helped make that happen.”

Pictured: The women's basketball team during the 2012 CIAA basketball tournament with the first female president of the University, Dr. Dianne Boardley Suber.

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