annual board report — march 2013

Board of Trustees

March 2013

Report

Office of the Provost

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Overview/Mission

Our faculty and staff continue to support the mission of our university by continually engaging

in learning experiences that change lives. The mission of the Office of Academic Affairs at Saint

Augustine's College is to create, implement, and assess learning that embraces and promotes

the mission, goals, and objectives of Saint Augustine’s University. The mission is achieved

through academic policies that facilitate students learning through the mastery of core

competencies that are transparent, transferable, and transportable. The core competencies are

the basis of the Transformative Education Program (TEP).

The TEP along with student learning in the major provides a transformative experience that

prepares students for graduate or professional studies and/or employment opportunities. The

TEP core competencies (communication, critical thinking, identity, wellness, STEM and

quantitative literacy, civic engagement, global perspective, servant leadership and teamwork,

innovation, creativity, and artistic literacy) are abilities that all fields of study require of

students to become effective and engaged leaders and contributors. The last competency, the

capstone encounter, represents an experience or experiences that build on many of the earlier

competencies in a culminating manner that helps to define the signature Saint Augustine’s

University student. Core competencies ensure that a well-rounded signature student is

developed and celebrated within their major field of study, as well as inside and outside the

classroom.

The signature Saint Augustine’s University graduate will be able to demonstrate the following

defined competencies.

1. Communication: The ability to impart, interchange information or expressions within a

meaningful context with the appropriate delivery and interpersonal skills. This includes

the ability to inform, influence, inspire or motivate others.

2. Critical Thinking: Critical thinking is characterized by the comprehensive exploration

of issues, ideas, artifacts, and events before accepting or formulating an opinion or

conclusion. This requires one to analyze arguments, evaluate evidence, and engage in

skeptical inquiry on a variety of topics in and out of one's specialty, as well as being able

to apply this skill to problems both abstract and concrete.

3. Identity: The overarching perception that we have of ourselves and the way that other

people view us from a personal, social, spiritual, informational, or technological

perspective; how we are viewed through the lenses of self-awareness, introspection,

morals, ethics or values.

4. Wellness: Ability to understand, develop and adopt positive behaviors and life

strategies that promote economic, physical, mental, emotional, social or spiritual growth

and wellbeing.

5. STEM and Quantitative Literacy: The ability to understand, interpret and apply

scientific, engineering, and mathematical concepts to solve real world problems.

Problem solving includes designing, evaluating, implementing a strategy to answer an

open ended question or achieve a desired goal.

6. Servant Leadership/Teamwork: The ability to foster positive cooperation and

collaborative growth of a diverse group of individuals by being able to serve others

before one’s self. The servant leader will exhibit characteristics of empathy, listening,

stewardship and commitment of personal growth to act as an effective leader to reach a

common goal or accomplish a task or outcome.

7. Global Perspective: A diverse, multicultural understanding and appreciation of social,

political, environmental, legal, and economic forces that influence and shape our very

existence, both personally and professionally.

8. Civic Engagement: Civic engagement is working to make a difference in the civic life of

our communities and developing the combination of knowledge, skills, values, and

motivation to make that difference. It means promoting the quality of life in a

community, through both political and non-political processes.

9. Innovation, Creativity, and Artistic Literacy: This competency can be demonstrated

through creative/innovative approaches to course-based assignments or projects that

allow students to create a valued product. The Artistic Literacy portion of this

competency means one may create, interpret and evaluate artistic expression

considering the cultural context in which it was created and/or describe how issues in

multiple disciplines may be addressed through creative expression and innovative

practice.

10. Capstone Encounter: An experience or experiences that allow students to organize and

synthesize core competencies, knowledge and skills acquired from a variety of sources,

including in-class and out-of-the class settings that occur during their undergraduate

experience.

During the Fall of 2012 and Spring of 2013, we worked diligently to ensure that our

stakeholders were fully engaged with implementing the TEP.

Faculty Engagement – Artistic Literacy Presentation (Using the Rubric) – Fall 2012 Faculty Institute

TEP Director Reviews the TEP with Freshmen Class – Jan 2013

Our transformative program was highlighted in the February issue of National Institute of

Learning Outcomes Assessment (NILOA) and can be found at the following website:

http://learningoutcomesassessment.org/NILOApieces.html.

Along with the new core competency based TEP, as well as learning within each of our

departments, the institution continues to fully embrace the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP),

“Global Learning for Success.” Our entire community (students, faculty and staff) are being

prepared for global engagement by providing students both academic and social experiences

that highlight the knowledge and skills needed to be competitive in a culturally diverse world.

The QEP accomplishments to date are included herein.

Our students continue to thrive and at present we have 1212 traditional students, 109

Continuing Education students, and 14 Visiting Consortium of Raleigh Colleges (CRC)

students, for a total of 1335 students.

Included below are the activities and accomplishments from the Academic Affairs units.

http://learningoutcomesassessment.org/NILOApieces.html

ACADEMIC ACHIEVERS PROGRAM (TRIO PROGRAMS)

Overview/Mission Saint Augustine’s University has sponsored the Academic Achievers Program, officially known

as Student Support Services since 1978. As a part of the Federal TRIO Programs, under a

directive from the US Department of Education, program participants receive assistance with

basic college requirements, as well as motivation toward the successful completion of their

postsecondary education. The Academic Achievers Program also provides grant aid to current

participants who actively participate and receive Federal Pell Grants. The ultimate goal of the

Academic Achievers Program is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its

participants.

Antonio Stephens serves as our TRIO programs director and the following information gives an

overview of the current accomplishments of the Academic Achievers Program since January

2013:

ENROLLMENT

Currently this Spring Semester, 242 participants are enrolled in the Academic Achievers

Program. The current total for new freshmen participants is 112, while 130 participants are

classified as continuing students.

ADVISING COMPONENT

The Academic Achievers Program currently employs two advisors, Mrs. LaToya C. Reed and

Mrs. Raegan L. Thomas, along with a Program Coordinator, Mrs. Cassandra B. Stone.

Services that participants receive include academic advisement and monitoring, post-

secondary course planning, attendance counseling, graduate information, and study strategies

and financial literacy education. Additionally, advisors worked with students in developing an

education plan, researching college program majors, career opportunities, campus resources

and personnel.

Advisors assisted participants in understanding assessments that were completed during the

group orientation at the beginning of the school year. Checklists and inventories addressed

study skills, college and career planning, motivation, learning styles, and disability needs. An

analysis of the orientation materials was shared with the participant during this interview.

Additionally, Educational Action Plans were completed while meeting with the participant,

which address academic, career, and counseling needs that would facilitate retention,

persistence, and graduation.

Classroom and individual meetings have been conducted with participants including:

Initial Counseling;

Mid-term participant updates;

Various academic follow-ups; and

Attendance, and personal counseling/referral meetings with new and continuing

participants.

Additionally, advisors visit classes to provide information and strategies through programs

such as:

“Getting the Best Out of College”

“Study Skills and Time Management”

“Financial Literacy Education”

Other services included are: graduate school advisement, financial aid assistance, and other

support services that enabled program participants to focus and persist at the institution.

FACULTY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

The Academic Achievers Program faculty understands that non-academic context directly

influences participant’s collegiate preparation and learning processes. This component of the

program’s faculty perspective generates customized approaches for reaching all participants

collectively as a class. Moreover, students in the Academic Achievers Program receive

individualized guidance; thereby, enriching their unique group learning experience. By

focusing on the core subjects of English and Mathematics, and successful pedagogy enables

participants to meet their goals in all academic endeavors.

For the 2013 Spring Semester, the instructors are Mr. Christopher Portwood, Mathematics, and

Mr. Rajendra Dave, English.

CURRICULAR/ TEACHING APPROCHES AND INNOVATIONS

The Academic Achievers Program works collaboratively with each Academic Department to

continue and reinforce relevant and engaging programming. Combining these actions with on-

going thoughtfulness and evaluation of content produces strong programmatic and accessible

core curricula as documented below:

Mathematics

Smartboard technology will continue to be utilized to bring resources from the internet

into the classroom, as well as to post each lecture’s notes on CAMS. Participants will be

given graphing calculators during each test and some class time is devoted for

participants to work in groups and present solutions on the board. Pre-tests are given,

and for each test, students are allowed to submit test corrections on a separate sheet of

paper. Each corrected question may earn half of the points initially lost. This requires the

participants to focus on the material giving them trouble specifically. Moreover, the

confidence gained from overcoming areas of difficulty influences the student’s

perspective of their own abilities in a productive manner.

English

Incorporating new technology in English Composition classes will be utilized to engage

students, rather than past lecture methods. Integrating smartboard technology into

daily lectures produces a multidimensional learning environment where participants

may continue to interact with the learning process. With this, a participants personal

responsibility provides a launching pad for a bilateral learning process; one in which the

teacher and students negotiate a variety of course related work and procedures. This

new approach also helps assess the amount of help needed rather than just the

assessment of the performance.

WORKSHOP/PROGRAMS

Workshops and Programs for the 2013 Spring Semester for the Academic Achievers Program,

have included:

The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Careers: Surviving the First Ninety Days

The “First” of African-American Women

Hampton University Graduate School Open House

Academic Achievers’ “FAFSA” Days

Attendance at the “Imani Winds” Concert (African-American Woodwind and String

Quintet)

STUDENT AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Grant aid for participants this year totals $40,939, and each award presented to participants

begins at a minimum of $555, and can go up to $1,550. The criteria to receive grant aid from the

Academic Achievers Program is as follows:

Participant(s) must:

Currently be receiving a Federal Pell Grant Award;

Attend all scheduled workshop/seminars;

Have less than 5 academic classroom absences in the program;

Kept all appointments made as required by the program Counselor;

Completed all documentation; and

Fully participated in the programs’ tutorial component.

SCHOOL OF APPLIED HEALTH and MEDICAL SCIENCE

Overview/Mission The mission of Saint Augustine’s University’s School of Applied Health and Medical Science is

to prepare competent, compassionate, and culturally-sensitive healthcare professionals with the

ability to provide their knowledge and expertise in enhancing the health, fitness, and wellness

of the public. The Programs in this school promote critical thinking and active participation in

the learning process and service to the community while adhering to ethical standards expected

from each profession. The school also provides an exceptional, culturally-sensitive educational

experience to students with academic potential. A particular emphasis is placed on the

provision of educational opportunities to promising and ethnically diverse students. Saint

Augustine’s School of Applied Health and Medical Sciences takes pride in selecting highly

qualified and competent faculty who through their teaching, service, and research, are

committed to training the future highly qualified, culturally-competent health care

professionals who will play an important part in reducing the existing health disparities by the

delivery of quality health care in the United States and abroad.

The school has been involved in the following activities:

Recruiting a Dean familiar with health and health disparity issues;

Preparing to roll out the PA program and the February 2014 ARC-PA site visit;

Continuing to recruit and grow our new Public Health program; and

Rolling out the new programs out of the Department of Physical Education, Exercise

Science and Athletic Training.

Department of Physical Education, Exercise Science and Athletic Training (PEESAT)

Overview

The mission of the Department of Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Athletic Training is

to provide leadership and contribute to the academic and professional experience of our

students. The faculty has assessed the needs of health and exercise programs for the general

population into the 21st century. They have designed a curriculum to encourage deliberation

and desire to engage in cultivating human performance and wellness. This new department

replaces the former Health, Performance and Wellness department. Overall, this program is

prepared to address the current and future needs in the areas of health, fitness, and wellness.

Yearly, our students have graduated and joined the professional world in their vocation. Their

accomplishments and professionalism are a testament of student and faculty interaction for

lifelong learning.

Faculty Accomplishments

Dr. Derrick L. Sauls (New Faculty and Department Chair)

Collaboration with UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine: Feasibility Exercise Protocol

for Activation of Coagulation in Sickle Cell Trait

Principal Investigator: Modulation of Prothrombin Levels in Type II Diabetes, Durham

Veterans Administration Medical Center: Ongoing study

Benchmarked Health Professional Preparatory Program (HP3), summer program for

fulfillment of prerequisites for graduate medical programs

Benchmarked Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP)

Student Awards and Accomplishments

Graduate School

Jamel Alexander was accepted to graduate school at the University of Arkansas

Internship Placements

Jamel Alexander did an internship coaching track at Ravenscroft School

Julius West did an internship in the Department of Exercise Science and the McAllister

Heart Institute at UNC-Chapel Hill

Vionna Kelly mentored a female youth group (Ambitious Pearls-Mary Phillips High

School)

Dean’s List:

Abeje Hadiya Abeni Carrington

Brea Nicole Davis

Arun Gomez

Shanika Harris

Leonard Nathaniel Hopkins

Dwayne Lee Hymen

Kenneth Dominic Jackson

Sasha Raquel Morton

Christopher George Octetree

Renitta Jo’Landa White

Jeremy Christian Wilkins

Thomas Deon Wooten

NCAA Scholar Athletes Kyle Mackie- Football

Kelly Shaw- Indoor/Outdoor Track

Amber Sirel- Volleyball

Jameel Walcott- Cross Country Track

Julius West- Indoor/Outdoor Track

Renitta White- Softball

Jeremy Wilkins- Baseball

Programs/Conferences/Workshops/Seminars/Presentations

Professor Renee Swain

January 9, 2013: Attended the IHE Gardner-Webb University Institute in Charlotte, NC

February 25, 2013: Attended the 5th Annual Teacher Education Diversity Roundtable

hosted by Wake County Public School System

Dr. Derrick L. Sauls

February 25, 2013: Attended the 5th Annual Teacher Education Diversity Roundtable

hosted by Wake County Public School System

Department of Public Health Science

Overview

The mission of this program is to prepare competent, compassionate, and culturally-sensitive

public health professionals with the ability to provide their knowledge and expertise in

enhancing the health of the public and the advancement of the profession. This Program

promotes critical thinking and active participation in the learning process and provides service

to the community while adhering to ethical standards expected from the public health

profession. This program also provides an exceptional, culturally-sensitive educational

experience to students with academic potential. A particular emphasis is placed on the

provision of educational opportunities to promising and ethnically diverse minority students.

The Saint Augustine’s University Center for Allied Health and Health Disparities Institute takes

pride in selecting highly qualified and competent faculty who through their teaching, service,

and research, are committed to training the future highly qualified, culturally-competent

professionals who will play an important part in reducing the existing health disparities and

delivering quality health care in the United States and abroad.


Dr. Hengameh G. Allen

Developed course content for the following courses:

o Medical Physiology

o Pathophysiology

o Medical Biochemistry

o Pharmacology

Dr. Salimah El-Amin

Dr. El-Amin’s research on Black infant mortality was accepted for publication in the

Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, Close F., Suther, S. Foster, A. El-

Amin, S. (in press) Community Perceptions of Black Infant Mortality: A Qualitative

Inquiry

Dr. El-Amin was elected to the Board of Directors for Alliance AIDS Services of North

Carolina

Dr. El-Amin was elected to the NIEHS Scholars Connect Program, Programming

Committee

Dr. El-Amin was the keynote speaker at the NC State University chapter of the Minority

Association of Pre-Health Students (MAPS) 1st Annual Minority Health Disparities

Conference October 16, 2012

Prof. Gary Matsey

Mr. Gary Matsey developed and implemented a Flipped Classroom curriculum for three

courses: AHS 100, PHS 101, and PHS 210. Students watch lectures online via CAMS and

answer questions germane to the lectures outside of class


Internship Placements

Malcolm Richbourg was accepted to the National Institute of Environmental Health and

Science NIEHS Scholars Internship program

Malcolm Richbourg presented his research at North Carolina State University

Undergraduate Educational Symposium at Duke University November 17, 2012

The first two PHS majors Desiree Jones and Malcolm Richbourg will graduate in May;

Tanisha Perry and Chanel Fuller will graduate over the summer

Five PHS majors applied to the University of Michigan Future Public Health Leaders

Program. The program is a paid summer internship in Ann Arbor at the University of

Michigan in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control

Currently four PHS majors are applying to graduate school

Dean’s List:

Tanisha Perry

Malcolm Richbourg

Chanel Fuller

Grantsmanship

Dr. El-Amin & Dr. Allen submitted Health Literacy Rx a National Institute on Minority

Health and Health Disparities grant however, the grant was not funded. Dr. El-Amin is

in the process of making revisions for resubmission to other funders


Dr. Salimah El-Amin

Dr. El-Amin’s research titled Sexual History Elicitation Practices among Providers of

STD services in Florida was accepted for paper presentation at The Fifth Annual Health

Disparities Conference at Teachers College, Columbia University, New York March 14-

16, 2013

Attended the 33rd Annual Minority Health Conference in February 22, 2013 at UNC-

Chapel Hill

Prof. Gary Matsey

Attended the 33rd Annual Minority Health Conference in February 22, 2013 at UNC-

Chapel Hill

The PHS Department will present a QEP Nutrition seminar in March 2013 in Weston

Hall.

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS and TECHNOLOGY

Overview/Mission

The School of Business and Technology includes the Departments of Accounting, Business

Administration, Computer Information Systems, Sports Management; as well as the Center for

Real Estate Management and Development.


Mr. Elroy Bethell

Participated in a webinar for the NASA Langley Aerospace Research Summer Scholars

(LARSS) Program. The NASA LARSS Program is managed in partnership with NASA,

the National Institute of Aerospace and the Virginia Space Grant Consortium.

Mr. Bethell volunteers at Ultimate Contracting Services, a counseling agency that

provides services for children and adults with mental and behavioral health issues.

He was invited to speak to students at the William Bunn Preparatory School on

Thursday, February 7th, 2013. The school is located on the premises of Moore Square

Middle School in downtown Raleigh. During the visit, he spoke to the students about

the importance of furthering their education after high school. He informed them of the

different fields of study and the wonderful opportunities in higher education that is

offered at Saint Augustine’s University. The speech also covered the Taekwon-Do tenets

of Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit.

Pictures provided below:

Students from William Bunn Preparatory School

Elroy Bethel with young men from William Bunn Preparatory School

Mr. Bethell chaperoned the students of the SAU chapter of the National Society of Black

Engineers. We took a group of students to the Research Triangle Park campus of Cisco

Systems Inc. on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 for various tours, panel discussion, and

mock interviews. The event was open to students of all classifications and all majors.

Mrs. Evangeline Brodie

Workshop Facilitator: NC Association of CPA’s, Accounting Forum 2013 (February 15,

2013)

Dr. F. Perna Carter

The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking to partner with

HBCUs around the state. Dean F. Perna Carter has been working with representatives

from the SBA to develop a Memorandum of Understanding to explore avenues to

partner with the SBA on a mutually beneficial endeavor.

The new Community and Economic Development major was APPROVED by Curriculum

Council and the Provost Office

Mr. Jason Perry

Jason Perry spoke to a group of high school football players at a training session with the

Cary Coaching Precision Organization about pursuing college and the Sport Management

Department at SAU


Students in the School of Business and Technology have accomplished much during this period.

They have been involved with various co-curricular activities. Additionally, since the last

Board Report the following students have achieved some noteworthy accomplishments that

deserve recognition and accolades:

Student Spotlights:

Saint Augustine's University and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) were well

represented on October 16, 2012 at the Foot Locker "On Your Feet" Annual Gala to benefit

UNCF by Dawaun Dawson who is a second year Foot Locker Scholar. Dawaun, a senior

accounting major, did an outstanding job letting more than 1100 of Foot Locker's venders

and guest know what their support has meant to him and over 600 other Foot Locker

scholars over the past eight years. In fact, he did so well; he was approached by a number of

Foot Locker executives after his remarks relative to full-time employment with Foot Locker

once he has graduated. Dawaun is a great example of the kind of students Saint

Augustine's University and other UNCF member institutions produce each year.

On December 7, 2012, Maylon Rowland, a non-traditional student, was issued the first Right

of Way Certificate of Completion.

SAU Sport Management Students served as volunteers during the 2012 CIAA Cross

Country Championships. Their duties ranged from finish line assistance, course directional

assistant, awards, results, timing, and general set-up and breakdown. Everyone raved about

how well dressed, engaged, and helpful the students were.

Highlight photos of the volunteers at the 2012 CIAA Cross Country Championships are

shown below:

Student Volunteer keeps score at the 2012 CIAA Cross Country Championships

Group Shot of Student Volunteers at the 2012 CIAA Cross Country Championships

A group of Sport Management Majors completed internships with various agencies on

campus and in the surrounding community during the Fall 2012 semester. These students

obtained a minimum of 100 hours during this semester.

Shannon Morris SAU Athletics (Associate AD)

Kheri Rhymer SAU Athletics (Coordinator of Sport Administration and Operations)

Nicholas Chamblee SAU Athletics (Men Basketball)

Jonathan Kindred SAU Athletics (Sports Information Director/Coordinator of Sport

Administration & Operations.)

Kenneth Bryant- (City of Raleigh Parks & Recreation)

Tyron Laughinghouse – SAU (Division of Student Development and Services)

Steven Woods (C/O 2013) won a $500 scholarship through the Dr. Pepper North Carolina

Scholarship Sweepstakes.

Joseph Reed (C/O 2013) is currently interning (Spring 2013) with the SAU Athletic

Department under the supervision of Lewis Card, Associate Athletic Director.

Christopher Rogers (2013), Nicholas Chamblee (2013), Jonathan Kindred (2013), Shannon

Morris (2013) and Alex Munro (2014) applied for the National Association of Collegiate

Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Jim Host Internship Program. The program is a yearlong

paid internship program for aspiring collegiate athletic administrators.

Conference/Workshop Participation by Students:

Sports Management students attended the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

Action Academy at Shaw University on October 3, 2012.

On November 27, 2012, Sport Management students Unique Connor, Shannon Morris,

Kheri Rhymer, Christopher Tucker (c/o 2011), and Byron Alex Munro attended a “Meet-

And-Greet” featuring Dr. Patrena Benton, Dean of the Graduate College at Hampton

University. She enlightened students about the available graduate programs at Hampton

University and informed the special invited students about the start of their new Masters of

Sport Administration Program that has been approved by Hampton University’s Board of

Trustees and is awaiting approval from its accrediting agency, the Southern Association for

Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Mr. Jaron Torain, President of the SAU Real Estate Club, attended the National Fall

Leadership Conference of IREM in New Orleans in October. The all expenses paid trip was

secured by the Center for Real Estate Management and Development (CREMD). He joined

students from other colleges and universities in a formal program established for IREM’s

Student Members. SAU is a recognized Academic Partner of IREM, a formal affiliation that

includes Virginia Tech, Cornell University, Georgetown, and the University of Phoenix.

On November 8, 2012, twelve (12) students participated in the Sanderson Farms Inc.’s 2012

Raleigh, North Carolina Super Chicken Road Show. Representatives from Sanderson Farms

Inc. shared job related opportunities the company has to fill including internships and full-

time job opportunities.

The Department of Computer Information Systems hosted a Quality Enhancement Plan

(QEP) program on November 12, 2012 at 11:00am entitled “Major Steps Inc. – Small Local

Company doing Large International Business”. It was held in Latham Hall and featured a

presentation by guest speaker Felix Batts, the CEO of Major Steps Inc. The QEP was

developed by the University to address issues critical to enhancing educational quality and

is directly related to specific student learning outcomes. The University’s QEP is entitled

“Global Learning for Success”.

The Sport Management Department host the QEP program "Global Sports Marketing:

Preparing Minority Students for the International Sport Business Industry" on Tuesday

November 13, 2012 from 6:00pm-7:30pm in Latham Hall. The guest speaker was

Lindsay LaBennett, a consultant for the Wasserman Media Group. As an advisor to her

client Nationwide Insurance, Ms. LaBennett is charged with providing strategic direction for

the company’s sponsorships of teams such as the Pittsburgh Steelers, UNC men’s basketball,

Ohio State football and the Columbus Blue Jackets of the NHL. A group of nearly 50

students, faculty, and staff attended the Global Sport Marketing Program.

The photo above is an “audience shot” from the "Global Sports Marketing: Preparing Minority

Students for the International Sport Business Industry" program hosted by the Department of

Sports Management.

Pictured below: Accounting majors, Rodneisha Clark and Roy Cofield, were selected from

a national pool of candidates to attend the Leadership Excellence in the Accounting

Profession (LEAP) Program that took place February 8-10, 2013. This program was hosted

by the McIntire School of Commerce at the University of Virginia. During the conference,

Rodneisha, Roy, and other accounting scholars were able to enhance their career

development skills, improve their leadership skills, and learn about graduate school

opportunities. Beyond the conference, they will continue to receive one-on-one mentoring

from accounting professionals employed by the "Big Four" international accounting firms

(i.e., Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, and PricewaterhouseCoopers). This network may lead

to internship offers, graduate school fellowships, and full-time employment in audit or tax

after earning their graduate degrees.

L to R (Rodneisha Clark and Roy Cofield)

The Center for Real Estate Management and Development hosted the 2nd Annual Real

Estate Career and Networking Luncheon on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 in the Martin

Luther King, Jr. Auditorium on the campus of Saint Augustine’s University. A record

number of students were in attendance at this year’s event.

The Sport Management Department hosted their latest Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)

program on February 22, 2013 at 9:00am entitled “Emerging Trends in the Global Sports

Market”. The program focused on providing students the opportunity to learn about

current global marketing strategies from a professional in sports business industry. It was

held in Latham Hall and featured a presentation by Dr. Mark Janas, Owner of the Cary

Invasion Minor League Basketball Team, Scoretrax.com (Founder), and Co-Chairman of the

Tobacco Road Basketball League.

The photo above is an “audience shot” from the “Emerging Trends in the Global Sports Market”

program hosted by the Department of Sports Management.

Student Organizations Spotlight:

Delta Mu Delta Honor Society inducted seven (7) new members on Friday, November

16, 2012. Delta Mu Delta is a business honor society that recognizes and encourages

academic excellence of students at qualifying colleges and universities to create a DMD

community that fosters the well-being of its individual members and the business

community through life-time membership.

Delta Mu Delta Membership Requirements

Minimum 3.25 G. P. A

Minimum 60 earned/accumulated credit hours

Business Administration or Accounting Major

The new 2012-13 inductees were:

Mr. Quitain D. Ferguson

Ms. Dorothea Barrow

Ms. Kamaya F. Jabari

Ms. Jacqueline M. Clinton-Harris

Mr. Mallory D. Davis

Ms. Tania S. Clark

Ms. Jasmin A. Ruiz

Highlight photos from the Induction Ceremony are shown below:

Photo of Delta Mu Delta Honor Society Inductees with Advisors

Photo of Dean, Department Chair/Advisor and Delta Mu Delta Honor Society Inductees

Saint Augustine's University Chapter of Working to Educate, Build and Develop (W.E.B.D)

will lead the effort to identify fourteen (14) freshmen to represent Saint Augustine’s

University at the annual W.E.B.D Freshman Leadership Conference that will be held on

April 20, 2013 at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro,

NC. The conference provides freshmen the opportunity to network with peers and

professionals from member companies for a one-day leadership event. The conference

focuses on developing skills through professional workshops and teambuilding exercises,

with an intense focus on leadership skills.

W.E.B.D is a mentoring program committed to providing the necessary resources, training

and professional expertise to the diverse student population of HBCUs and other schools,

with the goal of maximizing their talents. This program was created to prepare and

introduce students to the vast range of careers in today's business environment. W.E.B.D

provides opportunities to minority students to observe the current marketplace and to assist

with their transition into a global workforce.

Curricular/Teaching Approaches and Innovations

The Right of Way Program, under the leadership of Mr. Glenn French, Executive Director of

the Center for Real Estate Management and Development has implemented web-based

distance learning and is offering its’ first course using this technology. This course is being

taught by an instructor located in Wilmington, NC, who is using the video conferencing

software, Skype Our implementation of this course addresses one of the program’s most

critical issues: finding local experts to teach our courses. This initiative increases our

potential for recruiting qualified instructors.

Proposal Development/Grantsmanship

Dr. F. Perna Carter, Dean of the School of Business and Technology was awarded an $8,000

Sponsorship from representatives of State Farm to develop a Financial Literacy/Financial

Wellness Series for the School of Business and Technology for the Spring 2013 semester. State

Farm will be the “presenting sponsor” for this endeavor. The Financial Literacy/Financial

Wellness Series will be open to students in the School of Business and Technology who are

majoring in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information System, Sports

Management, Business Administration- Real Estate Management and the Right-of-Way

program. Possible topics would include:

Youth Economic Energy and Entrepreneurship

The Power of Small Business and Credit

Financial Literacy….What You Do Now Will Impact Your Future

The Mortgage Debate: Is Homeownership a Thing of the Past

Renting vs. Owning

Investing for Tomorrow………..By Starting Today

The CREMD’s Right of Way Program Extension Proposal was submitted on December 6, 2012

and we are awaiting its approval. The Right of Way Program’s funding agency, North Carolina

Department of Transportation, requested a program update presentation. A presentation was

made by the staffs of the ROW Program and Office of Research The original amount of the

grant was $510,323. The university was represented by the staffs of the Right of Way Program

and the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.

The CREMD director, Mr. Glenn French secured a grant in the amount of $30,000 from IREM

for scholarships, internships, and student representation at their national meetings.

SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION

Overview/Mission

The School of Continuing Education, formerly the Division of Extended Studies, focuses on

providing quality education and support to non-traditional adult learners. The Gateway

Program is within the School, and it caters to nurturing intelligence and valuing experience in

an environment built on improving writing and presenting projects. This School creates an

atmosphere and supports pedagogy for these adults to appreciate learning, find usefulness in

educational opportunities, and increase the chances of forward and upward movement in their

careers.

As they navigate through the curriculum and the challenges of life, non-traditional students

begin believing that graduate school is a possibility when they complete one of three

bachelorette degrees in Criminal Justice, Organizational Management and Religious Studies.

The School of Continuing Education has sites in Raleigh and Henderson. It also holds classes in

Rocky Mount. Major courses are conducted in five-week modules at an accelerated pace during

evenings. These opportunities continue to promote personal and professional growth in all

students.

The School of Continuing Education directly emulates the mission of the Institution. One part of

the Institution’s mission states it “pursues excellence by developing: purposeful and individualized

programs of study for non-traditional students, through preparation for a career change or re-entry into

the work force.”

Therefore, the mission of the School of Continuing Education at Saint Augustine’s University is

to offer non-traditional, continuing and alternative academic educational opportunities for

adult learners. In addition, its mission is achieved through enhancing imaginative thinking,

increasing the understanding of the intersection of liberal arts and science, and encouraging the

use of technological advancements and internships for transformative action and experiences.

The mission involves developing a diverse environment for high performance and producing

citizens who are trained and providing superior value to their respective industries.

Goals

The Administration has directed Admissions to attract and admit only students with an

Associate’s degree into this School.

The School is collaborating with the School of Applied Health to offer certifications in the

Pre-PA program.

The School will offer a variety of certificate programs including post-baccalaureate and masters’

certificates. Other goals include non-degree courses and an Online Masters program.


The School does not have full-time faculty. However, some accomplishments of the adjunct

professors are highlighted within this report.

Specifically, Adjunct Professor Lisa Young has published a book and has completed the

academic coursework toward her doctoral degree.

Professor Diane Riggsbee taught the first online course (BUS375 Managerial Marketing) at Saint

Augustine's University last semester through CAMS. She always had used CAMS for the class

roster and grades, but now she utilizes CAMS for everything. All of courses are totally

paperless. She uploads a document into CAMS to introduce herself and tell the students what

they are going to need to successfully complete the course. She posts all of the course

assignments and the assignment due dates in CAMS under the course schedule, so students can

see when assignments are due without having to refer to their syllabus. She types detailed

instructions on each Course Document that is uploaded into CAMS, so students know what is

expected.

In addition, she is enrolled in her second semester of the eLearning Graduate Certificate

program at NC State University. The Chapel Hill Chapter of AKA acknowledged and presented

an entrepreneurial award to The Real Estate Specialist, where she is owner and Broker-in-

Charge.

Dr. James Seymour was a guest speaker at a Leadership Conference for Clergy in San Jose Costa

Rica June 8-15, 2012. He also has been invited to speak at a Conference of Christian Refugees in

Bamako, Mali in North Africa March 10-14, 2013.

Dr. Seymour led a team from Raleigh to Costa Rica to bring school supplies to children

living along a river in sub standard housing, do a painting project at a church, and speak

at a Leadership Conference for clergy.

In March 2012 there was a coup in Mali and during the time of political destabilization,

Al Qaida invaded the northern part of the nation and overran the ancient cities of

Timbuktu and Gao. As this is a predominantly Moslem nation, the Christian community

fled 1,000 miles south to the capital city of Bamako where the military provided a

measure of protection. It is to these refugees that Dr. Seymour will be speaking.

Dr. Astrid Billat presented at conferences and workshops. He presented “L’enseignement des

cultures et littératures francophones au niveau universitaire” with Dr. BénédicteBoisseron. 2e

Colloque international sur l’enseignement du français langue étrangère February 29- March 2

2012. San Juan, Puerto Rico.

He participated in the 2012 Common Core and Essential Standard workshop offered by the

Public schools of North Carolina. Winston-Salem, NC 10/10/2012.

He completed a textbook which is designed to be used in 300 level French courses. He

submitted it to the publisher.

•Le monde à l’écoute: la culture francophone. In co-authorship with Bénédicte Boisseron. Focus

Publishing, Newburyport, MA. Forthcoming spring 2013.

Professor Charles Brooks, with his wife, Regina, received the Sapphire Community

Achievement Award last year for services rendered to the community. The Sorority has a long

standing relationship with Saint Augustine’s University.

Professor Hyacinth E. Reece-Headley participated in a ten weeks training and development for

online instructors. She purchased corporate training material and was engaged in preparing the

topics below:

a) Leadership Development Training;

b) Leadership training for Interpersonal communication skills; and

c) Leadership in conducting effective meetings.

Professor Chuck Johnson in 2012 he recently completed dual certification from American

Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) as an Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI)

tester of Spanish and French. He has begun working as a second rater of ACTFL OPI's and

second certification with Language Testing International (LTI).

Students Awards and Accomplishments

The School inducted eleven (11) members into the Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor

Society on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. The inductees for Fall 2012 represented the

Raleigh and Henderson Sties, in addition to the Rocky Mount students and were from all three

programs of study. The students were Jasmin Ruiz, Brian Kilgore, Larry Bynum, Detrae B.

Washington, Mahlon D. Nicholson, Charmaine P. White, Shawn R. Burton, Charlain H. Taylor,

Calvin T. Boyd, Jean Y. Terry, Wilhelmina S. Ratliff, and Kim I. Reeves.

The School hosted a reception for the new members, family, friends, faculty and staff

immediately following the induction ceremony. Currently, the Sigma Pi Chapter at Saint

Augustine’s University has inducted 21 members. The chapter was chartered on March 25, 2011

under Dr. Roland Bullard. The charter class induction ceremony occurred that year on

Tuesday, December 13, 2011 under Dean Dekhasta Rozier.

Two students are applying for the Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society scholarship for

the amount of $2,000.00 for each award. The students are Anthony Harris (Raleigh) and Tiana

Royster (Henderson)

Students are encouraged to seek scholarships and have applied for them consistently.

Specifically, Charmaine Phillips White, a senior and Organizational Management student,

received the following scholarships: Scholarship of Excellence for 2012-2013 school year for

$3,000.00, the Austin Cooper Scholarship for $1,500.00, and Master Card Scholarship from

the United Negro Scholarship Program for $5,000.00. She previously received a Footlocker

Scholarship for $4,000.00 and Scholarship of Excellence for $3,000.00.

Several students have published books. ...including Lamont Jackson and Marcy Corprew.

At least eight (8) students reported that they were accepted into graduate schools, including law

school. (Regina Alston, Tomocus Alston, Arlene Burwell, Melissa Elliott, Stephanie Harris,

Elisha Howerton, III, Tonya James and Jessie Jones)

Several students reportedly received promotions in different fields, from state government to a

software company. (Ruby Matos, Jimmy Condrey, Jasmin Ruiz and Anthony Vann)

Curriculum/Teaching Approach and Innovations

The School partnered with CTL to do distance learning pilot with Business 340 through CAMS

with Professor Dianne Riggsbee. It was tested and successful after working out certain

challenges. The professor advised that she wanted to do it again.

BUS375 Managerial Marketing was offered online as a pilot course in the 2012 Fall semester and

will be offered as a hybrid course 2013 Spring semester. Marketing is a five-week accelerated

course in the School of Continuing Education. The Pros and Cons for using CAMS include:

Pros – Faculty and Students

Download Word, PowerPoint, pdf, and

Google Doc files into and from Course

Documents.

Upload and View course assignments

(Word and PowerPoint files).

Cons – Faculty and Students

Students were informed by the instructor

that they were taking an online course.

Course Documents ‘Document Types’ (i.e.,

Unassigned, Assignment, Lectures,

Readings, Resources, Syllabus) are sorted

by their document type instead of ‘Sort

Order.’

Emails do not include a signature with

name and contact information (i.e., name,

telephone number).

‘Sent emails’ do not appear in Outlook

‘Inbox’ or ‘Sent Items.’

Cannot upload a photo.

Pros – Faculty

Select one or all of the courses to reveal the

names of the students on the ‘Class Roster.’

Download information into Course

Information (i.e., Google Drive), Course

Cons – Faculty

Four Managerial Marketing students had

no email address listed in CAMS (same

problem in other courses).

Must type Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, etc.

Announcements (i.e., online course

notification), and Course Textbook.

Display date and time to begin and end

access to course documents.

Download Google Doc files and marketing

website links into Course Hyperlinks.

Emails can be sent to all or some students

in one course in ‘Email Students’

Emails can be sent to all or some students

in one or all my courses or to a group in

‘Email.’

‘Email’ allows for an attachment to be sent

with emails.

Insert assignment due dates on Student

Calendar.

Information Technology Department

updated four student’s email accounts that

had no email address in CAMS.

Grades can be recorded under an

individual assignment or by a Student’s

name.

before the course document’s document

description.

Course Hyperlinks does not allow for

displaying the date and time to begin and

end access to hyperlinks.

Discussion Forum does not allow for

displaying the date and time to begin and

end access to forums.

PowerPoint slide presentations, with the

course objectives, were extremely slow

downloading into Course Documents, so I

converted the slides to a pdf file and

downloaded the pdf files instead.

Must manually indicate an extension for

students to download late assignments.

‘Email Students’ does not allow for an

attachment to be sent with emails.

Do not have a Calendar link.

Can’t view the student’s final numerical or

letter grade when on the ‘Record Grades

by Student’ screen.

Pros – Students

Assignment due dates are displayed on

their course information screen and

Student Calendar.

Students allowed me to share their

telephone number and email address via a

Google Doc.

Allows for uploading a photo

Cons – Students

Information Technology Department

wants students to go to Benson Bldg. to

obtain their St Aug email address.

‘Email’ does not allow for an attachment to

be sent with emails.

From the Professor:

My recommendations are 1) continue offering the Marketing course online; 2) offer more online

and blended courses; 3) make several program changes in CAMS; and 4) continue to provide

CAMS training to faculty, staff, and students. Usually, course information and materials are

organized in a course management system. Saint Augustine’s University’s course management

system is CAMS (Comprehensive Academic Management System). Whether a faculty member

is utilizing CAMS to download course content for a face-to-face or online course, the needs are

still the same. No matter, which course management system an institution uses, other

technology has to be incorporated via a document download or web link.

I have observed the faculty’s and student’s screens on CAMS. I have only observed the

student’s screen on Moodle at NC State University. NCSU utilizes Moodle for face-to-to-face,

blended, and online courses. The primary differences I have observed between CAMS and

Moodle are the format for organizing information and methods of communicating with

students and faculty. Although, I revealed course documents each week and numerically sorted

all the documents, by week five, faculty and students were viewing 28 documents that were

sorted by their document type.

In addition, professors are using smart technology more. They are using CAMS more effectively

to communicate with students. The professors also became more consistent with grading and

attendance record keeping.

Grantsmanship

The School has ordered the 2013 American Grants and Loans Catalog that is now in CD version.

The new catalog contains more than 2800 financial programs, subsidies, scholarships, grants,

and loans that are offered by the U.S. federal government.

Dean Rozier continues to attend grant writing forums and workshops, and a concept paper

seminar. She discusses opportunities and meets with the Office of Research and Sponsored

Programs to develop the Concept Paper that best represents the needs and interests of the adult

learners in the School to prepare for potential grants. They have developed a grant plan.

The School of Continuing Education has no full time professors publishing work.

Special Programs/Workshops/Seminars/Presentations

Dean Rozier and staff have attended the Institution’s professional development trainings

concerning Smarthinking software, classroom observations, grant writing, ADA compliance,

administrative summer training and fall trainings.

They hosted Fall Orientation for new and returning students, and summer programs to

encourage attendance to the University.

The Students are in a pilot program to improve their access to technology and campus

advantages by having Raleigh classes temporarily on campus.

The students are attending the Career Development Week and getting more engaged with the

Belk Center and the College Central Network (CCN) for career and graduate school assistance

and exposure.

Likewise, the School created stronger ties to the community to create opportunities for students,

with Benefit Bank and Veterans programs for recruitment.

It has communicated with Wake Technical Community College, Edgecombe Community

College and Vance-Granville Community College repeatedly for partnership and opportunities.

The School also creates opportunities by allowing students and businesses to advertise and

leave business cards for those attending classes.

Biology Lab is using technology through the book and we will open another section for students

to have the ability to learn and have hands-on training without overcrowding.

Dean Rozier and staff have attended the Institution’s professional development trainings

concerning Smarthinking software, classroom observations, grant writing, ADA compliance,

administrative summer training and fall trainings.

SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS AND EDUCATIONS

Overview/Mission

The School of Liberal Arts and Education strives for excellence in teaching, research, and

creative activity in the arts, humanities, and education. It fosters student academic advancement

through community involvement and global outreach. The School of Liberal Arts and

Education is comprised of nine departments: Education, English, Film and Interactive Media

(FIM), International Studies, Journalism and Mass Communication (JMC), Liberal Studies,

Philosophy and Religion, Theatre, and Visual and Performing Arts (VPA). Departments within

the School offer 12 degree programs and provide auxiliary courses to all students as they

complete their transformative education or general education core requirements.

The mission of the School of Liberal Arts and Education is to prepare professionals who can

excel and lead as enlightened citizens who will impact and transform the diverse global

community. In accord with the liberal arts tradition and mission of the university, the School of

Liberal Arts and Education provides educational opportunities that prepare students for a

myriad of careers, graduate study, teaching, and professional schools, while enhancing their

understanding and appreciation of various cultural and historical heritages.

Central to this mission is the development of a global aesthetic sense, informed by strong

communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills that inextricably connect success and ethical

choices. Thus, faculty employ various pedagogies in which educational, cultural, socio-

economic, political and religious concepts are profoundly examined, including experiential

learning, learning communities, problem-based learning, instructional technology, and

mentoring.

Students graduating from the Liberal Arts and Education programs are prepared to become

lifelong learners who exhibit compassion, creativity, are problem solvers and grounded in civic

engagement. A recent example of mentoring and student engagement in real life explorations

of the arts was the recent visit to a performance of the North Carolina Symphony’s production

of “Freedom! The Eternal Struggle.” Students, faculty and an administrator attended the

performance and were treated to a personal interview with Maestro William Henry Curry,

Resident Conductor of the symphony following the program.

Ms. Shepard, Dr. Moses and SAU students with Maestro Curry in Meymandi Concert Hall

Additional details of other faculty and student accomplishments as well as curricular program

initiatives and grants for some of the departments are shared within


English – Dr. Lynne T. Jefferson, department chair is currently working on a book review of

Freud Upside Down: African American Literature and Psychoanalytic Culture.

Assistant professor, Dr. Raphael Comprone, is currently working on a book review for Deleuze

Studies

Chris Massenburg, assistant professor, released a second book of poetry entitled “Freedom

Papers” that is available worldwide at any online book retailer.

Dr. Lucy Melbourne, Professor of English, is the editor of a recent book, Kaleidoscope:

Women’s Cross- Cultural Perspectives (Rabat: Marsam, 2012). Dr. Melbourne’s essay,

“Passport”, and her poems “Moroccan Contraries and “TALIM” are included in the volume.

FIM - Ellen Shepard is currently producing and directing a documentary titled "The

Conversation." This documentary is centered around three religions: Christian, Jewish, and

Muslim and features five prestigious religious leaders from the Triangle area: Bishop William

Curry (Episcopal Church in central North Carolina), Father Mark Reamer (The Catholic

Community of St. Francis of Assisi), Rabbi Lucy Dinner (Temple Beth Or), Dr. David Hailey

(Hayes Barton Baptist Church), and Shakil Ahmed (founder of The Islamic Association of Cary).

Pictured above are: Bishop William Curry, Shakil Ahmed, Dr. David Hailey, Father Mark Reamer, Rabbi

Dinner, and the documentary producer and director, Ellen Shepard.

JMC – Department chair, J. Peder Zane served as Master of Ceremonies at the 2012 Induction

Ceremonies for the North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame in Southern Pines. This year’s

inductees included the poet Maya Angelou. He continues to publish articles in the Raleigh

News and Observer.

Professor Dan Holley was named as an associated editor of Diversity MBA Magazine.

Marjorie Newman submitted an article for the holiday issue of diamonddivamag.com. The

article focused on the stress on families associated with holiday travel and offered words of

encouragement to mothers.

Philosophy & Religion - Dr. Stephen Scholz has been part of the TEP Leadership Team

developing the University’s new TEP program. Dr. Scholz has taken the lead to add the TEP to

the University’s CAMS Degree Audit.

Theatre - In November, Dr. K. Celeste Evans premiered the opening of Saint Augustine’s

Youth Theatre Academy with the production of Happy Happy Kwanzaa, directed by Evans and

co-written by Evans and visual artist, Dr. Synthia SAINT JAMES. Saint Augustine’s University

students along with children ranging from ages four to ten performed.

In December, Evans wrote, compiled, performed, and directed a Reader’s Theatre production

that was performed at the Association of Episcopal Colleges event, hosted by Saint Augustine’s

University. Evans also directed and developed a Flash Mob scene as an advertising strategy for

the ETS examination.

George Jack, as a director, staged and designed the Saint Augustine’s University Theatre

production of AFTERWORLDS, a series of one-act plays including SUBTERRANEAN

HOMESICK BLUES AGAIN by Dennis Reardon, HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL by W. Colin

McKay, and CUTTIN’ LINE by David S. Raine, November 2012

Mr. Jack continues to perform professionally in several Burning Coal Theatre productions. He

also is continuing for a THIRD year as a member of the Board of Directors of CVNC, an arts

advocacy group and internet clearinghouse for reviews and production calendars.

VPA – Linda Dallas, assistant professor, received the Dahler-Rowney Award from the

Watercolor Society of North Carolina 67th Annual Juried Exhibition 2012. Ms. Dallas has also

been appointed to serve on the City of Raleigh Arts Commission for 2012 – 2014.

Virginia Tyler runs a non-profit artists group called “The Quality Individuals,” which makes

small sculptures and necklaces in Ghana to raise money for tuition for girls in a metal casting

village to go to school.

Thurman D. Hollins, assistant professor and director of bands served as adjudicator for the

North Carolina Show-style Band Directors Marching Band Competition, November, 2012.

Albert Strong, assistant professor is a trumpeter, arranger, and composer and is an integral

figure in the current local jazz scene. He is co-founder of the Art of Cool Project, a jazz advocacy

group that presents concerts 1st Fridays in Raleigh and Third Fridays in Durham.

Albert Strong, Assistant Professor of Music and SAU Jazz Band Director


Education – Two education majors, Chelsea Farrior and Newton Miller successfully passed the

Praxis I examinations and are now candidates in the Elementary Education program.

English - Jacquez B. Griffin participated in the study abroad program during fall 2012 semester

at Queen Mary Campus of the University of London

Theatre - Mariah Jacques and Chris Acevedo, along with two music majors, visited New York

City on a Study Tour. Students attended the Broadway performance of Porgy and Bess starring

Audra McDonald and after the production were invited backstage to speak with co-stars and a

crew member from the production.

VPA

Senior Visual Arts major’s work selected by the North Carolina Museum of Art

Isaiah Johnson’s work, “Poe Woman’s Dreams,” was selected for inclusion in the third annual

Art of the Auction at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Mr. Johnson is a senior visual art

major with a concentration in graphic design.

Eight students were selected to participate in the IMA band and choir as part of the annual

conference February 7-9, 2013. The students were Cassy Brummell-Samuels, Lamont Epps,

Cianna Fisher, Biyan Layo, Dabness Talbert, Gavin Thomas, Stephanie Tucker, and Dion

Wright-Nelson.

Superior Marching Band in Action


Education- Candidates in the EDUCA 361, integrating the Arts in the Elementary School

Curriculum course hone their research skills through the WebQuest assignment that requires

them to use the Internet to assist them in creating an Annotated Bibliography. The assignment

further requires student reflection to determine the efficacy of their research for their actual

teaching practices.

English - Successful implantation of ENGL 131/L which includes self-paced grammar and

writing modules.

JMC – Dan Holley led two Directed Studies classes that completed the template for the Falcon

Forum online student publication and put the template online as a functional website.

Jenny Spiker’s fall Introduction to Public Relations course students served as the public

relations/event planning agency for the launching of The Falcon Forum online student news

site. The group organized a kickoff event, a survey and social media posts about the new site.

Theatre - In September, the department in conjunction with the Department of Visual and

Performing Arts sponsored a Study Tour to New York City. Drs. Evans and Poole accompanied

two theatre majors and two music majors to the Broadway performance of Porgy and Bess

starring Audra McDonald, The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and the

famous Abyssinian Baptist Church.

In October, the Department produced the 2012 Miss Saint Augustine’s University Coronation.

In November, the Department produced its Fall production, Afterworlds. The play was directed

by Mr. George Jack.

VPA


Student Art Work Critiqued by Professional Artist

The Visual Arts program hosted Chris Watts as a visiting artist who critiqued projects

created by the students in the African American Art History course. Students from Painting II

class and Art Project class along with any interested majors took a field trip to Art Space in

Raleigh, NC to view and hear Mr. Watts discuss his art exhibition currently on display.

Grantsmanship

Education - Dr. M. Iyailu Moses participated in a collaborative effort with faculty at NCCU,

Shaw U, and Fayetteville State University to submit a grant for a summer enrichment program

bringing candidates into direct contact with science professionals in their laboratories in

Research Triangle Park. The grant proposal, submitted to NSF, was not funded

Dr. C. Annette Wilson, department chair, attended 4 of 5, 2-hour grant training sessions with

the SAU Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. Her abstract, “The Mechanics of

Developing Competitive Proposals, SEA/NSF”, Saint Augustine’s University was accepted for

the training session and resulted in an invitation to Baltimore for QEM training.

English – Chris Massenburg earned grant funding in 2012 from the Durham Arts Council for

poetry year two programming at the Hayti Heritage Center in Durham in conjunction with the

St. Joseph’s Historic Foundation.

Philosophy & Religion – Dr. Scholz is working on a grant to research applying Game

Psychology (Challenges and Rewards) to an academic environment.


Education - Dr. C. Annette Wilson and Mrs. Juanita Morrison participated in a LiveText

Webinar, “ExamSoft,” February 21, 2013.

Dr. Marcia Davis, Adjunct Professor presented “Positive Parenting” at the Southeast Raleigh

Family Connection. Charles Bugg Creative Arts and Science Magnet Elementary School.

November 15, 2012.

Dr. C. Annette Wilson presented “Food for the Traveling Parent: Feeding kids While on the

Go” at the Southeast Raleigh Family Connection at Charles Bugg Creative Arts and Science

Magnet Elementary School, November 15, 2012

Dr. M. Iyailu Moses presented “Who Am I” at @rise, a community based center that provides

counseling services to individuals and families at their Martin Luther King, Jr. commemoration,

January 21.

English - Dr. Lynne T. Jefferson was a participant in the 2012 BRIDGES Academic Leadership

for Women, UNC-CH.

Dr. Lucy Melbourne was a panel member at the Middle East Studies Association meeting in

Denver, November 17-20. The panel title was called, “Revisiting the Early Generation of

Francophone Maghrebian Writers and Artists: Are They Relevant Today?”

The TEP Committee’s work was recently reported in the National Institute for Learning

Outcomes Assessment (NILOA): http://learningoutcomesassessment.org/NILOApieces.html

VPA – Virginia Tyler attended the Nor’Easter Iron Conference and Exhibition at Buffalo State

College, November 2012; Tri-State Sculptors’ conference in Greenville, NC, October 2012, and

meeting for Board of Directors, October, 2012 and February 2013.

Art Exhibition - February 4 - February 28, 2013

“The Tanzania Project,” a photography exhibition by Georges Le Chevallier showcased a series

of 45 photographs at the Seby B. Jones Fine Arts Center Art Gallery. Mr. Le Chevallier was born

in France and grew up in Puerto Rico. He studied painting at the Academia de Bellas Artes de

http://learningoutcomesassessment.org/NILOApieces.html

San Fernando in Madrid, received his BFA in Drawing and Painting from Cal State Long Beach,

and his MFA in Painting from Hunter College in New York City.

Visual Arts Students Participate

In Art Conference

Seventeen art students participated in the

Southern Entrepreneurship in the Art

conference and Iron Pour at UNC-G in

Greensboro. Each student had the

opportunity to make an iron casting of his

or her own design. Students participating

at the conference were Dario Barnes, Sara

Collins Sha'Ray Davis, Blair Gray, Bryttni

Hawkins, Rashawn Hynes, Kaili Ingram,

Marcus Jackson, Daniel Johnson, Dyshon

Martin, Isaiah Johnson, Jamila Kimbrue,

Anthony McKinney, Rogeli Paulino,

Rodricaus Peters-Clay, Parrish

Richardson, and Blake Stacy.

Department of Journalism and Mass Communication

Overview/Mission

Our mission is to provide students with the theoretical understanding and practical experience

they need to have meaningful careers in journalism and public relations.

The department offers three areas of study: Broadcasting, Print/Electronic Journalism, and

Public Relations. Each area emphasizes specific critical skills that will enhance students'

preparation for chosen careers in mass communication. As these fields evolve, they are

converging. As newspapers and magazines continue to migrate online, print journalists need a

range of multi-media skills; as broadcast outlets raise their online profile, TV and radio people

are increasingly expected to have strong writing skills. In response the Department is

redesigning its curriculum to help students thrive in the new landscape.


Department Chair J. Peder Zane

Served as Master of Ceremonies at the 2012 Induction Ceremonies for the North Carolina

Literary Hall of Fame in Southern Pines. This year’s inductees included the poet Maya Angelou.

He published the following articles:

Sept. 10, 2012, The Daily Caller, “Joe Paterno, the Catholic Church and the Darkness within

Us All”

http://dailycaller.com/2012/09/10/joe-paterno-the-catholic-church-and-the-darkness-within-us-all/

http://dailycaller.com/2012/09/10/joe-paterno-the-catholic-church-and-the-darkness-within-us-all/

Oct. 26, 2012, The New York Times, “How ‘Pawn Stars’ Crosses Paths with Museums”

Nov. 9, 2012, The New York Times, “Imaginary Prizes Take Aim At Real Problems”

Nov. 16, 2012, The News & Observer, “We the Voters Own That Debt”

Dec. 21, 2012, The Daily Caller, “New Laws No Magic Bullet for Curbing Gun Violence”

Jan. 11, 2013, The Daily Caller, “What To Read in 2013”

Feb. 12, 2013, The New York Times, “In Pursuit of Taste, en Masse”

Professor Dan Holly

Led two Directed Studies classes that completed the template for the Falcon Forum online

student publication and put the template online as a functional website.

Organized the official launch of the Falcon Forum in October, 2012 with a ceremony

attended by administrators, faculty, staff and students.

Oversaw the creation of the Falcon Forum Registered Student Organization and became

faculty advisor to that organization.

Published an article in the autumn issue of Diversity MBA magazine about challenges

minority corporate managers face implementing diversity policies even after rising to the

top.

Was named as an associated editor of Diversity MBA Magazine.

Dr. Shawn Lewis

Layout and Design of the Buzz, the Academic Affairs Newsletter

Working on Book 2, communication and relationships

Developing course in Interactive Social Media

Will be submitting research article to NCA

Working with students to attend graduate school, GREs prep exams, application dates

etc.

Professor Marjorie Newman

Continues to serve as the lead representative for Bric a Brac; the in-house publication for

the School of Liberal Arts and Education. This publication highlights student

achievements, faculty achievements and various on-going events in the school.

Appointed to the newly reorganized Curriculum Council. The reorganized Council is a

direct result of the recent transition of the institution from a college to university and the

new TEP curriculum.

Submitted an article for the holiday issue of diamonddivamag.com. The article focused

on the stress on families associated with holiday travel and offered words of

encouragement to mothers.

Jenny Spiker

In Fall 2012 her Introduction to Public Relations course students served as the public

relations/event planning agency for the launching of The Falcon Forum online student

news site. The group organized a kickoff event, a survey and social media posts about

the new site.

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/28/arts/artsspecial/museums-and-tv-educate-viewers-on-antiques-and-art.html?pagewanted=all

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/09/giving/macarthur-fellows-imagine-prizes-to-spur-problem-solving.html?ref=macarthurjohndandcatherinetfoundation

http://www.newsobserver.com/2012/11/15/2486140/we-the-voters-own-that-debt.html

http://dailycaller.com/2012/12/21/new-laws-no-magic-bullet-for-curbing-gun-violence/

http://dailycaller.com/2013/01/11/what-to-read-in-2013/


Princess Goodridge, has received the Ailes Rising Apprentice/Fox News Internship

scholarship for 2012-13.

Naomi Afari completed an internship in the Office of Communications at the North

Carolina Department of Transportation.

Naomi Afari, Ranell Jenkins, Christopher Coleman-Johnson, Ariana Kendall and

Aisha Taylor was inducted into Lambda Pi Eta, a communications honor society.


JMC is engaged in a wide-ranging reassessment of our program in response to the changing

landscape our graduates face. Our mission at JMC is to provide students with the theoretical

understanding and practical experience they need to have meaningful careers in journalism and

public relations. We do this by offering three areas of study: Broadcasting, Print Journalism, and

Public Relations. Each area emphasizes specific critical skills that will enhance students'

preparation for chosen careers in mass communication. Through the years, each of these areas

has evolved – and converged with one another. As newspapers and magazines continue to

migrate online, print journalists need a range of multi-media skills; as broadcast outlets raise

their online profile, TV and radio people are increasingly expected to have strong writing skills;

the public relations professional’s toolkit now includes the mastery of video and social media as

well as strong writing skills. In response JMC has:

Developed a new required course, “Introduction to Photography and Video,”

that will teach all majors the basics skills required to shoot and edit still

photographs and video. Dr. Shawn Lewis is revamping our “Desktop Design”

course to focus on social media skills essential for journalists and public relations

professionals.

Expanding our use Smartboard technology to bring resources from the internet

into the classroom.

Continuing to develop our on-line newspaper/magazine, The Falcon Forum, this

showcases student work.

Using grant money to purchase a software package – Adobe Captivate 6 – that

will allow us to present enhanced lectures and equipment demonstrations online.

This will allow us to better reach students who excel at learning visually and to

reinforce lessons from the textbook and lecture. As many of our courses depend

on technology, this will allow us to provide another resource to students about

how to use and care for these vital tools.

Grantsmanship

Applied for and received a $3,000 grant from the Albert & Bessie Warner Foundation in

New York City to purchase equipment for the department.

Working with North Carolina State University to apply for a grant from the Teagle

Foundation to integrate methods for promoting civic engagement into our coursework.

Working with the News & Observer newspaper to donate computers and software to

the department.


Marjorie Newman spent a November weekend in Chicago, Illinois at JournCamp

sponsored by the Society of Professional Journalists. There were several sessions and

workshops pertaining to the field of journalism; including Social Media as a Reporting and

Engagement Tool and Copyright Law for a Copy Cat Age.

DEPARTMENT OF FILM AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA

Overview/Mission

In order to become a competitive program, and certainly to fall in line with the QEP of Saint

Augustine’s College, emphasis on the theory, analysis and cultural impact of film has been

added to the Film program through the development of new courses that steep students in

these considerations. Accordingly, the goals of the Film major are consistent with the missions

of our Division (Liberal Arts and Education), and Saint Augustine’s as a liberal arts college: to

foster strong reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills. We also seek to equip

students with the skills, confidence and competencies to read and analyze feature films,

documentaries and film texts closely, and interpret their various meanings and messages—

social, economic, political, historical, anthropological, philosophical, psychological, and so forth.

Expansion of the curriculum to include courses from across the disciplines will help to broaden

student understanding of these meanings and messages.

In this manner, the Film major is taking on a more interdisciplinary feel, through which

students will not only receive the depth, structure and coherence of a major field of study, but

will also have the opportunity to make connections across disciplines to develop a breadth of

knowledge that will stimulate intellectual, creative and artistic discoveries—another goal that

our program embraces.

Because film is an international medium, we will strive to put special emphasis on the cultural

importance of film—and the film traditions in Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa, as well

as the diaspora, in particular. Additionally, we will introduce students to the institutional and

business models of film that have arisen out of Hollywood and the studio system through

instruction dealing in acquisitions, equity, rights clearance, and more. With blockbuster

Hollywood films being exported to virtually every corner of the planet, it’s critical that students

learn the global realities of filmmaking, and the American institution – Hollywood - that

spawned this international power structure.

Major Goals of the Department of Film & Interactive Media are that:

A. Students will fulfill production roles in films and videos.

B. Students will produce and direct film/video productions.

C. Students will write screenplays.

D. Students will use technical (lighting, sound, camera, editing) equipment in film/video

productions.

E. Students will articulate a global understanding of the history, theory and criticism of film.

F. Students will develop their individual sense of cinematic style and approach.

G. Students will gain proficiency in the necessary skills and concepts to matriculate into

graduate school, production jobs, or additional professional training.

Vision Statement

The better students are at telling stories, and understanding the meaning, culture and history

behind the stories they’d like to tell, the more sensitive and critical they will be in their

approach to filmmaking and life in general. We want to foster not just great filmmakers, but

great global leaders who will care about the stories of others, especially those without a voice,

as well as their own stories.


Professor Natalie Bullock Brown presented break-out session entitled "Hottentots, Girdles and

Tip Drills: Representations of the Black Female Body Yesterday and Today" during the 2013

SAU Spring Colloquium ("Representations of Black Masculinity and Femininity in the Telling of

Our Stories"), which Natalie conceived of and coordinated with Professor Chris Massenburg.

Professor Ellen Shepherd participated on Screenwriter's Panel, Network's 2012 Fall Conference

- North Carolina Writer's Network

Ms. Shepherd also served as a juror for the UFVA (University of Film & Video Association)

Carol Fielding Grant Competition

She was also selected as a juror for the NC Arts Council Fellowship Panel in the

playwriting/screenwriting category

FIELD TRIPS:

Professors Ellen Shepard, Natalie Bullock-Brown and Janet Gustafson took film students to

the Southern Documentary Summit. Funding came from Professor Sheppard’s Restricted Film

Account.

Professor Ellen Shepard took LAE students, including Film students, to NC Symphony

Freedom concert with Dr. Iyailu Moses, Dean of School of LAE, to celebrate the 150th

anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. They had special meeting with Maestro

William H. Curry at this event.


Film major Jamal Hubbard’s short narrative video “Nothing Personal Just Business” has been

chosen as an Official Film Selection for 12th Annual North Carolina Black Film Festival. The

festival takes place March 14-17 in Wilmington, NC, and Jamal’s short video will be premiered

on the same day as Byron Hurt’s documentary is being screened. Jamal’s narrative video was

produced/directed in the Motion Picture Directing class.

James McLaurin and Demetrius Woodward, from this semester’s Producing class have been

recommended to participate with their Power Point presentation at this April’s Research Day.


Professor Natalie Bullock Brown travelled to Boston, MA and Hartford, CT to visit Boston

University, Northeastern University, Emerson College and Trinity College in order to meet with

faculty and staff affiliated with the film programs (and interactive media program at

Northeastern) at the various schools. Professor Natalie Bullock Brown came away with

information and insight regarding the development of curriculum, designated resources,

departmental challenges for film programs, and new colleagues to add to her network.

While in Hartford, CT, Professor Natalie Bullock Brown also met with J. Stan McCauley, who

serves as a member of the SAU Film Program Advisory Board. We discussed opportunities for

film students to contribute to McCauley's on-line television network, and the possibility of

coordinating a workshop for middle schools at a Hartford technology school that would be

taught during the summer by SAU film faculty.

Bullock-Brown coordinated the return to campus of award winning documentary filmmaker

Byron Hurt, February 12-14. Hurt's visit was supported by the Falcon Center for Leadership

(Dr. Roland Bullard), the Athletics Department (Coach George Williams), the Freshman Writing

Initiative (Dr. Erica Russell), and the Department of Film & Interactive Media. BHurt

moderated the panel discussions for the "Representations of Black Masculinity and Femininity

in the Telling of our Stories" colloquium.

Mentorship:

Classy Hat & Bold Tie Luncheon

Mentee Aaron Thomas (Professor Ellen Shepherd )

Mentee Claude Simeus (Professor Natalie Bullock Brown )

College Committees:

African American Studies Program Development Committee Professor Natalie Bullock Brown

Honors Awards Day Committee (speaker liaison) (Professor Natalie Bullock Brown)

Recruitment Committee for LAE Dean's Search (Professor Ellen Shepherd)

Diversity Committee (Professor Ellen Shepherd)

Grantsmanship

Professor Ellen Shepherd is developing Grant for Teen Summer Film Workshop w/Dean

Roseboro

Professor Natalie Bullock Brown is waiting to hear the status of a grant to which she

contributed that was spearheaded by Dr. Heggie Allen last Fall.

Programs/Conference/Workshop/Seminars/Presentation

Alumni Speakers:

Tony Middleton, TDF Alumni, spoke to Professor Ellen Shepherd’s' Producing class

Teen Summer Film Workshop:

Professor Ellen Shepherd continues to develop and implement the Teen Summer Film

Workshop for Summer 2013

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Overview/Mission:

The Department of Education is a cohesive unit of professionals dedicated to preparing

students for the advancement of careers in education. In collaboration with the liberal arts

sector of the schools and the college's three additional academic schools, the department

believes that it can produce persons who are committed to the education of all students,

advance their chosen profession, and serve as change agents in the educational arena.

The Department of Education at Saint Augustine's University prepares future teachers utilizing

a conceptual framework that is based upon the concept of change. The conceptual framework,

"Teacher as Change Agent," embraces the basic assumption that the primary role of a teacher is

to actively initiate innovations in the learning process. The Department of Education's mission

is to produce teachers as change agents with exceptional teaching skills through providing

sound theoretical and practical experiences for its students, collaboration, engagement,

innovation, and impact.



Praxis I-Passed

1. Chelsea Farrior- 10/30/12

2. Newton Miller-11/10/12


Dr. Iyailu Moses-Candidates in the EDUCA 361, Integrating the Arts in the Elementary School

Curriculum, course hone their research skills through the WebQuest assignment that requires

them to use the Internet to assist them to create an Annotated Bibliography. The assignment

further requires student reflection to determine the efficacy of their research for their actual

teaching practices.

Dr. Carol Wilson-February 21, 2013 Registered for Livetext webinar for updated instructions

for the use of the e-folio.

Dr. Carol Wilson-Education Lab 207 repaired and updated so that faculty now may use web

and CAMS teaching strategies. Three (3) adjuncts were trained on the use of projectors and one

(1) adjunct was trained on the use of YouTube educational web sites. All education students

must attempt to use a sample of YouTube in EDUCA 113 Bridge to Teaching.

Dr. Carol Wilson-Created a new Student Teaching Handbook that is in a trial stages for Spring

Semester. Has activities aligned with the TEP Competencies: Diversity, Identity, and Critical

Thinking through qualitative evidence. The new handbook represents the content needed to

initiate e-folio graduation evidence and documentation.

Dr. Carol Wilson-The Field Experience students in EDUCA 250, sections 01 and 02; EDUCA 350

Field II, and EDUCA 450 Field III were required for the first time to have an e-mail address to

submit to the North Carolina Department of Instruction criminal background information

electronically. Saint Augustine’s University e-mail address was used in order to submit the

field request for Fall 2012. The Spring 2013 senior class is the first class of EDUCA 461, sections

01 and 02 Student Teachers to participate in the North Carolina Department of

Instruction/Wake County electronic student teaching application process and electronic

criminal background check.

Dr. Carol Wilson-Three Adjuncts have been guided in moving students to an electronic e-folio

for the senior capstone project. Sample curriculum and instruction lesson plans and unit plans

were used in the training.

Dr. Carol Wilson and Mrs. Juanita Morrison-Participated in a Livetext Webinar, ExamSoft

Webinar, and February 21, 2013.

Grantsmanship

Dr. Iyailu Moses- Participated in a collaborative effort with faculty at NCCU, Shaw U, and

Fayetteville State University to submit a grant for a summer enrichment program bringing

candidates into direct contact with science professionals in their laboratories in Research

Triangle Park. The grant proposal was submitted to NSF; it was not funded.

C. Annette Wilson attended 4 of 5, 2 hour training sessions of Office of Research and Sponsored

Programs Grant Training Sessions, Robertson Library

C. Annette Wilson-“The Mechanics of Developing Competitive Proposals, SEA/NSF”, Saint

Augustine’s University. Abstract written and accepted for the training session. Resulted in an

Invitation to Baltimore for QEM training.

C. Annette Wilson and Darryl K. Bing, “Proposal Development Workshop: Quality Education

for Minorities Network”, Baltimore, MD. Completed 3 intense days of training and pre-

proposal writing.

C. Annette Wilson and Darryl K. Bing have submitted a Letter of Intent to the Office of Grants

and Sponsored programs for review as a notice of the intent to submit a proposal to the Robert

Wood Noyce Scholarship Program: National Science Foundation.

Co/PIs-C. Annette Wilson & Allen, Hengameh G.; submitted a pre-proposal to Robert Woods

Johnson. Title: “Transform”, 10/10/2012. Proposal not accepted


Dr. Iyailu Moses-I presented at @rise, a community based center that provides counseling

services to individuals and families at their Martin Luther King, Jr. commemoration, January 21.

Dr. Marcia Davis, Adjunct Professor

“Positive Parenting”, Southeast Raleigh Family Connection. Charles Bugg Creative Arts and

Science Magnet Elementary School. November 15, 2012.

C. Annette Wilson-Chair Department of Education. “Food for the Traveling Parent: Feeding

kids While on the Go” Southeast Raleigh Family Connection Charles Bugg Creative Arts and

Science Magnet Elementary School. November 15, 2012

C. Annette Wilson-Attended and spoke during the January 19 and February 2 Athletic

Recruitment Day, Saint Augustine’s University.

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH

Overview/Mission:

It is the mission of our department to offer a quality English program while simultaneously

providing support and a collaborative learning environment in which students can expand their

intellectual and cultural horizons, realize their creative potential, and acquire the necessary

knowledge and skills to help them build successful careers and make meaningful contributions

to the world around them.

Our vision in the Department of English supports the university's TEP curriculum through

evolving courses in writing, literature, and African American culture to equip students with

twenty-first century skills, including critical reading, critical thinking, critical writing, creativity

practice and global competence.

The values of the English Department serve as the foundation of our efforts and abilities to

accomplish our mission, vision and goals. Our values include meeting students where they are

(both academically and socially) in order to facilitate their intellectual growth while setting and

maintaining high academic standards. And while the goals of our department have not

changed (to provide students with reading strategies, critical thinking tools, principles of

composition and editing skills and to strengthen their abilities to view the world through keen

and sensitive eyes as they learn to appreciate and understand the rich diversity of the world’s

literary and cultural landscape), we faculty members embrace and embody our values, vision

and mission in order to accomplish our goals. All of which results in the betterment of our

students (majors and non-majors) as they leave, not only our Department of English but Saint

Augustine’s College to become productive, socially-responsible citizens.

More specifically, the data-driven goals of the Department of English are to:

1. Increase the number of English majors over the next five years;

2. Create and maintain college-level writing expectations and consistency for freshmen

enrolled in English 131L, 131 and 132;

3. Increase the number of terminal degree-holding faculty in the Department from the

minimum required by SACS to 75% or higher; and

4. Increase the number of English Club and Sigma Tau Delta activities on campus.


Dr. Lynne Jefferson presented a scholarly paper, “Domestic, Sentimental and Formal: The

Metonymy of Education in Two Nineteenth-Century Novels,” at the 34th Annual Conference of

the Southern Association of African American Studies. She has also presented an abstract for

the

Dr. Lucy Melbourne was recently a Discussant, “Then and Now”: North Africa 50 years later.

Middle East Studies Association, Denver, Co. November 19, 2012; a presenter, Women in the

Arts. Panel sponsored by a grant from the State Department Distinguished Speaker’s Series.

Oujda, Morocco, December 15-16, 2012; a presenter, Kaleidoscope. Lecture at the International

University of Rabat, Morocco, December 11, 2012; a presenter, “The Culture of the Book: My

Publishing Experience in Morocco.” Department of Library and Information Science, UNC-

Chapel Hill. February 12, 2013; and a presenter: “Global Education as a Fulbright Scholar in

Morocco”. Sino-American Studies Conference. Saint Augustine’s University. April, 2013.

Professor Audrey Muhammad presented a Health Workshop for the St. Croix Vegetarian

Society. The presentation was based on her book, Get Fit to Live.

Student Accomplishments

Kierra Simmons, English major, Class of 2011, was admitted and is attending the North

Carolina Central University School of Law. Jeff Webster, Junior, was selected as an

intern for H&R Block for 2012-2013 (an opportunity provided by the Belk Center).

Demisha McClain, Jameelah Robinson and Kia Clarke are slated for induction in the

National English Honor Society Sigma Tau Delta in April 2013)

Curriculum /Publications

One of our major priorities, as indicated above, is to improve, create and maintain writing

expectations and standards for all composition courses. To that end, in addition to overhauling

English Composition I, as Chairperson of the Department, Dr. Lynne Jefferson has instituted

“norming sessions” wherein, as a faculty, we meet two to three times a semester to discuss how

we are using the holistic rubric for grading, provide examples of graded essays and share

successful pedagogical methods. This activity seems to bring the faculty closer together as we

work as a team to elevate the level of language and writing for our freshmen.

With much success, Ms. Alissa McElreath assigns a WordPress blog for all sections of her

courses. Through the blog, students have the opportunity to participate in many co-curricular,

classroom-enhancing activities. They view short clips and photographs, and are able to continue

classroom discussions beyond the time allotted for our class. The blog also helps students with

learning disabilities, as they find it a “safe” space to interact with the course material.

Ms. Audrey Muhammad developed the common assignments for English 132 and successful

completed the Pearson Developmental English Seminar held in Winston-Salem, NC in January

2013.

Dr. Lucy Melbourne headed a film project with Saint Augustine’s students interviewing a

famous Moroccan woman rapper, Soultana, via Skype, February 21, 2012. This interview will be

filmed and edited to include the rapper’s lyrics and other video clips. It will be distributed via

the CRC TV channel.

Publications

Dr. Lynne Jefferson has submitted a book review, “Freud Upside Down,” to the Western Journal

of Black Studies. She has also submitted “Domestic, Sentimental and Formal: The Metonymy of

Education in Two Nineteenth-Century Novels” for publication in The Griot: A Journal of African

American Studies.

Ms. Alissa McElreath’s essay, “Love in the Time of Minecraft,” has been accepted for

publication at the Superstition Review, a literary journal for fiction, poetry, and creative non-

fiction published out of Arizona State University.

Dr. Lucy Melbourne published a book as editor and contributor: Kaleidoscope: Women’s Cross-

Cultural Visions (Rabat: Marsam, 2012). Available on Amazon. A collaborative project between

three American and three Moroccan poets and artists. One of the poets was recently elected to

the Moroccan national Parliament.

Grantsmanship:

Ms. Audrey Muhammad co-wrote the UNCF grant proposal for Saint Augustine’s University

and Ms. Burnett is currently researching grant opportunities for a service learning project for

the Department of English.

Community Service

Ms. Alissa McElreath is currently coaching an elementary school Odyssey of the Mind team

(tournament to be held on March 2nd in Chapel Hill). Odyssey of the Mind is an international

educational program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities for students from

kindergarten through college.

Dr. Lynne Jefferson is a volunteer with the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy and Welcome

Baby in Durham, NC.

DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE

Overview/Mission:

The Department of Theatre serves to fulfill and enhance the intellectual and creative needs and

desires of its students. We practice educational and cultural literacy to help develop the whole

person. We will prepare students with the necessary critical thinking skills, allowing them to

participate in rational debate, cultivate creative expression, and to become integral contributors

to their local communities and our global society.

The Department of Theatre will be recognized nationally for developing theatre artists and

technicians with the following in their possession: a creative mind and voice, critical skills,

varied artistic skills to reflect various theatrical styles, a professional work ethic, a sense of

community, a collaborative spirit, and a compassionate heart.

DEPARTMENTAL UPDATE

The Department is awaiting estimates from Guitar Center and Sam Ashe concerning the

replacement of a sound board and the purchase of microphones, cables, speakers, etc.

for the auditorium in Seby Jones Fine Arts Center.

The Department is working with professional actors in the area to develop a program

that will enhance learning for theatre majors.

In September, the Department in conjunction with the Department of Visual and

Performing Arts sponsored a Study Tour to New York City in September. Drs. Evans

and Poole accompanied two theatre majors and two music majors to the Broadway

performance of Porgy and Bess starring Audra McDonald, The Schomburg Center for

Research in Black Culture, and the famous Abyssinian Baptist Church.

The Department is in early talks with the Department of Visual and Performing Arts

about the possibility of developing musical theatre.

In October, the Department produced the 2012 Miss Saint Augustine’s University

Coronation.

In November, the Department produced its Fall production, Afterworlds. The play was

directed by Mr. George Jack.

In November, the Department premiered the opening of its Youth Theatre Academy

with the production of Happy Happy Kwanzaa, directed by Dr. Kaye Celeste Evans.

Saint Augustine’s University students along with children ranging from ages four to ten

performed. The majority of the children were students from Torchlight Academy. The

play was written by Dr. Kaye Celeste Evans and visual artist Dr. Synthia Saint James.

Dr. Iyailu Moses was instrumental in the development of the relationship between Saint

Augustine’s University and Torchlight Academy.

In December, the Department’s Reader’s Theatre Troupe performed at the Association of

Episcopal Colleges event, hosted by Saint Augustine’s University.


Dr. Kaye Celeste Evans

Evans is working with professional actors in the area to develop a program that will

enhance learning for theatre majors.

In September, Evans and Director of Choral Activities, Dr. Eric Poole, developed a Study

Tour to New York City in September. The plan is to take a few theatre and music majors

on a trip every two years to experience professional musical theatre in major cities. This

school term, the trip was New York City. Drs. Evans and Poole accompanied two theatre

majors and two music majors to the Broadway performance of Porgy and Bess starring

Audra McDonald. Dr. Evans arranged a back stage talk with stars of the production for

our students. After the performance, the students were allowed backstage to speak with

two co-stars of the show and a costume dresser. The students went to the Schomburg

Center for Research in Black Culture to research various productions of Porgy and Bess.

Later that evening, students returned to the Schomburg to attend an event celebrating the

150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, hosted by MSNBC’s Melissa Harris

Perry. Students also viewed the Schomburg’s exhibit of Abraham Lincoln’s handwritten

draft and the Official Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. Students also visited the

famous Abyssinian Baptist Church where they happened to meet an elderly man who is a

graduate from Saint Augustine’s University.

In October, Evans wrote and directed the 2012 Miss Saint Augustine’s University

Coronation, A Night of Enchantment.

In November, Evans premiered the opening of Saint Augustine’s Youth Theatre Academy

with the production of Happy Happy Kwanzaa, directed by Evans and co-written by Evans

and visual artist, Dr. Synthia Saint James. Saint Augustine’s University students along

with children ranging from ages four to ten performed. The majority of the children were

students from Torchlight Academy. Dr. Iyailu Moses was instrumental in the

development of the relationship between Saint Augustine’s University and Torchlight

Academy.

In December, Evans wrote, compiled, performed, and directed a Reader’s Theatre

production that was performed at the Association of Episcopal Colleges event, hosted by

Saint Augustine’s University.

In January, Evans began rehearsing for the Spring theatre production of Pearl Cleage’s,

Blues for an Alabama Sky.

In January, Dr. Evans compiled, wrote, directed, and acted in a Reader’s Theatre

production for a Founder’s Week Event (Classy Hat & Bold Tie Mentoring Luncheon)

In February, Evans directed and developed a Flash Mob scene as an advertising strategy

for the ETS examination.

Evans is currently in meetings to develop a script for a touring show that would feature

theatre majors, members of the college choir, and the jazz band.

Evans plays the role of narrator in a just released CD, When Black Folks Was Colored.

Evans is in her second year as an elected member of the Marbles Kids Museum & IMAX

Theatre Board of Directors.

Evans is currently developing ideas for the 2013 Youth Theatre Academy Summer Camp.

Evans is on the University Diversity Committee.

Evans is on the ETS Committee.

Evans is on the Marketing Committee for the Division of Liberal Arts and Education.

Evans is a member of the Honors College Council.

Mr. George Jack

As a director, he staged and designed: the Saint Augustine’s University Theatre production of

AFTERWORLDS, a series of one-act plays including SUBTERRANEAN HOMESICK BLUES

AGAIN by Dennis Reardon, HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL by W. Colin McKay, and CUTTIN’

LINE by David S. Raine, November 2012

As a designer, he designed lights and ran the light board for:

the Youth Theatre Academy production of HAPPY HAPPY KWANZAA! by Dr. Kaye Celeste

Evans and Dr. Synthia Saint James, directed by Dr. Kaye Celeste Evans, December 2012;

As a professional actor, he performed in several productions:

Finnegan and Patrick Farrelly in Burning Coal Theatre Company’s staged reading of

OUTRUNNING BULLETS: OR THE IRISH CIVIL WAR PLAY by Jonathan Fitts, directed by

Eric Kildow, February 2013,

Henry Mordecai in Burning Coal Theatre Company’s production of the MORDECAI

HOUSE AND HISTORIC PARK LANTERN TOUR by Ian Finley, directed by Zia Affronti

Morter, December 2012;

A.B. Andrews Sr. in Burning Coal Theatre Company’s production of OAKWOOD AT

40: STORIES FROM THE NEIGHBORHOOD by Ian Finley, directed by Zia Affronti Morter,

September 2012; and

Andrew MacLaren in Burning Coal Theatre Company’s production of BRIGADOON by

Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe directed by Emily Ranii, September 2012.

Mr. Jack is continuing for a TENTH year as a company member of Burning Coal Theatre

Company.

He is continuing for a THIRD year as a member of the Board of Directors of CVNC, an arts

advocacy group and internet clearinghouse for reviews and production calendars.

Student Recognition (Awards, Internships, Presentations, Etc.)

In September, two theatre majors (Mariah Jacques and Chris Acevedo) along with two

music majors visited New York City on a Study Tour. Drs. Evans and Poole accompanied

the students on the trip. Students attended the Broadway performance of Porgy and Bess

starring Audra McDonald and after the production were invited backstage to speak with

co-stars and a crew member from the production. Before attending the show, students

visited the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture to research various

productions of Porgy and Bess and listened to recordings of music and interviews of actors

who performed in the production decades earlier. Later that evening, students returned to

the Schomburg to attend an event celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation

Proclamation, hosted by MSNBC’s Melissa Harris Perry. Students also viewed the

Schomburg’s exhibit of Abraham Lincoln’s handwritten draft and the Official Preliminary

Emancipation Proclamation. Students also visited the famous Abyssinian Baptist Church

where they happened to meet an elderly man who is a graduate from Saint Augustine’s

University.

Theatre Majors, Mariah Jacques and Chris Acevedo are currently working on scenes from

Porgy and Bess to present during Undergraduate Research Day at Saint Augustine’s

University. They will present these scenes with the two music majors who also

participated in the New York City Study Tour.

In October, theatre majors performed in the 2012 Miss Saint Augustine’s University

Coronation. The Coronation was directed by Dr. Kaye Celeste Evans

In November, theatre majors performed in the Department’s 2012 Fall production,

Afterworlds. The play was directed by Mr. George Jack.

In November, theatre majors performed for the premiere of the Youth Theatre Academy

with the production of Happy Happy Kwanzaa, directed by Dr. Kaye Celeste Evans. Saint

Augustine’s University students along with children ranging from ages four to ten

performed. SAU Student Chris Acevedo served as Stage Manager for the production

and as a double major in theatre and elementary education; he was provided an

opportunity to use his skills in both areas.

In December, the Reader’s Theatre Troupe performed at the Association of Episcopal

Colleges event, hosted by Saint Augustine’s University.

In January, theatre majors began rehearsing for the Spring theatre production of Pearl

Cleage’s, Blues for an Alabama Sky. The play opens in April.

In January, theatre major Mariah Jacques performed with Dr. Evans for a Founder’s Week

Event (Classy Hat & Bold Tie Mentoring Luncheon).

In January, theatre majors performed a Flash Mob scene to advertise the ETS exam.

Theatre major Mariah Jacques is currently in rehearsal for a one woman show which will

open in April.

PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION

Overview/Mission

The mission of the Department of Philosophy and Religion is to prepare students for real

challenges in a complex, diverse world. The faculty understands that the leaders of tomorrow

must be sensitive, critical thinkers who will be expected to act as concerned, morally responsible

citizens.

The Department of Philosophy and Religion consists, at present, consists of one full time

assistant professor. The department employs eight adjunct faculty to teach 18 classes in the

traditional and extended studies classes. One of the classes (PHIL235) was required of all

students as part of the General Education Core, and (PHIL231) was required of all Liberal Arts

majors. In the new Transformative Education Program, all students are required to take at least

one Philosophy course to satisfy a Critical Thinking Competency. Philosophy and Religion

Courses cover several TEP Competencies at a T1 level (Critical Thinking, Global Perspective,

and Identity & Leadership).

They have an outstanding request for two full time faculty to cover their current needs, one in

Philosophy, and another in Religious Studies. They are also in the process of negotiating cross

listing several courses currently offered outside the department, with the intention of teaching

them in the department, and offering a Minor in Philosophy. The cross listed courses will be

Logic (Math), Ancient Political Philosophy (Poli-Sci), and Contemporary Political Philosophy

(Poli-Sci).


Dr. Stephen Scholz has been part of the TEP Leadership team developing the University’s new

TEP program. Dr. Scholz is working with IT and the registrar’s office to add the TEP to the

University’s CAMS Degree Audit.

Grantsmanship

Working on a grant to research applying Game Psychology (Challenges and Rewards) to an

academic environment.


The TEP Committee’s work was recently reported in the National Institute for Learning

Outcomes Assessment (NILOA): http://learningoutcomesassessment.org/NILOApieces.html

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

Overview/Mission

The mission of the International Studies Department (ISD) is to provide students with the

necessary course content to fulfill the core competencies required for the TEP, and also, to assist

students who want to complete a minor in French or Spanish. ISD supports language

immersion technique in the classroom, on top of using cutting-edge technology with an

interactive online program, Tell Me More®, also used by Ivy League schools.

The major objectives of ISD are to prepare students to acquire a survival level of a 2nd language,

increase their interest and knowledge of other cultures, and to involve students in global

awareness. The curriculum focuses on teaching languages as well as exposing students to other

cultures in the world. The International Studies Department encourages students to study

abroad. The Department of International Studies maintains a close collaboration with the

Director of Study Abroad Program. Professors Pabon, Limbrick-Thompson and Chair

Luscans continue to make significant contributions to growing this department.

Faculty Recognition

Dr. Bernard Luscans

Organized the 2012 International Education Week prepared by the International Studies

Department (ISD) at Saint Augustine’s University. The guest of honor was Dane Hyatt,

Jamaican Sprinter who represented Jamaica at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London,

UK. Mr. Hyatt is currently enrolled in the SAU Track and Field’s program.

International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international

education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State

and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that

prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to

study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United States.

Conducted research on the effect of technology on the next generation behavior in

Europe, Paris, in July 2012.

Member of the Modern Languages Association (MLA) since 1998. Founded in 1883, the

Modern Language Association of America provides opportunities for its members to

share their scholarly findings and teaching experiences with colleagues and to discuss

trends in the academy.

Member of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) since

2002. The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages is dedicated to the

improvement and expansion of the teaching and learning of all languages at all levels of

instruction.

Professor Vanita Sehgal

Attended and participated in the FLANC 46th Annual Fall Conference in October 2012

at Winston Salem, NC. FLANC is an organization dedicated to the foreign language

teachers of North Carolina and strives to provide a beneficial annual fall conference

dealing with national and state world language issues, as well as provide practical

classroom tips.

Manage and run a Not For Profit Company. Our company produces handmade custom

cards for all occasions. All profits of sales are donated to The Caring Community

Foundation. The Caring Community Foundation, Inc. (CCF) is a 501(c)(3) charitable

organization that provides financial support to cancer patients in need.

Wrote a Children’s Adventure series. Each book in the series is formatted within the

realms of a fun and engaging short story that captures the attention of early readers.

Written in English and Spanish. All profits of sales are donated to The Caring

Community Foundation.

Member of NCL (National Charity League) volunteer organization. National Charity

League, Inc. (NCL), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, philanthropic organization committed to

community service, leadership development and cultural experiences.

Professor Chuck Johnson

Completed dual certification from American Council on Teaching of Foreign Languages

(ACTFL) as an Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) tester of Spanish and French in 2012.

Working as a second rater of ACTFL OPI's and secondly certification with Language

Testing International (LTI).

Professor Astrid Billat

Presented paper titled, L’enseignement des cultures et littératures francophones au niveau

universitaire with Dr. Bénédicte Boisseron at the 2ième Colloque International sur

l’Enseignement du Français Langue Étrangère (2nd International Conference on Teaching

French as a 2nd Language), February 29 to March 2, 2012 at San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Participated in the 2012 Common Core and Essential Standard workshop offered by the

Public schools of North Carolina, Winston-Salem, October10, 2012.

Completed a textbook and submitted it to Focus Publishing, Newburyport, MA,

Forthcoming spring 2013, titled Le monde à l’écoute: la culture francophone, co-authorship

with Dr. Bénédicte Boisseron.

Visual and Performing Arts

Overview/Mission

The Department of Visual and Performing Arts will promote academic and artistic excellence.

The music and visual arts programs seek to enrich the quality of life at the university, the

surrounding community, our state, our nation and the world.

The Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Saint Augustine’s University seeks to prepare

students with a liberal arts degree for the creation, practice, critical study and teaching of the

arts. The department is committed to exploring the interrelationships among the arts as well as

other disciplines and seeks to emphasize global learning, community engagement and technical

innovation.

The Visual and Performing Arts is committed to the pursuit of excellence through:

•Creativity, critical thinking, reflection, and innovation;

• Student-centered learning in the arts;

• Diversity of ideas, cultures, and experiences;

• Cooperation, communication, and mutual respect;

• Community service and leadership.

Strategic Goals:

1. Cultivate an appreciation for the value of the performing and visual arts in all Saint

Augustine’s University students.

2. Promote positive learning environments for students as they seek to develop a life-

long commitment to the arts.

3. Offer curriculum that meets or exceeds national standards by the National Association

of Schools of Music (NASM) and National Association of Schools of Art and Design

including experiential programming that provides opportunities for students to develop

as artists, educators, scholars and arts leaders.

4. Create events to enrich the quality of life for the campus and reaches the external

community (state, national and international).

5. Support faculty and staff as excellent educators, mentors, artists, and scholars who

promote student learning through a collaborative, academic and artistic process.

6. Contribute to students’ development as ethical leaders and responsible citizens in a

global community.

Program Goals

Music

The Music Program presents students with practical training in music through specialized class

and individual instruction, ensemble participation, and recitals. The required academic and

elective courses enhance the student’s musical studies. Through the study of theory, history,

and performance practices, students will be equipped to analyze and discuss various styles,

composers, and historical contexts. Technology courses provide students with a foundation in

practical computer applications. The Student will learn and understand how all facets of their

musical studies are interrelated. Music Program graduates may be qualified to pursue careers

as teachers, performers, or continue further studies.

Visual Arts

The Visual Arts Program promotes creativity and intellectual engagement in the arts. Emphasis

is on the mastery of digital imagery as well as the traditional media of two and three-

dimensional art forms with the specific aim of a well-rounded educational experience. The

program offers an introduction to skills necessary for success in the competitive world of studio

and graphic arts.

Faculty Accomplishments/Updates

Linda Dallas, Artist/Illustrator

Assistant Professor of Visual Arts

Art Exhibitions

The Winter Show 2012

Green Hill Center for North Carolina Art – Greensboro, NC

Watercolor Society of North Carolina 67th Annual Juried Exhibition

The Arts of the Albemarle – Elizabeth City, NC

Summer Invitational Exhibit – Linda Dallas & Pamela Zimmerman

Hobson Pittman Memorial Gallery– Tarboro, NC

Dahler-Rowney Award

Watercolor Society of North Carolina 67th Annual Juried Exhibition 2012

City of Raleigh Arts Commission

Term of Appointment

20012 – 2014

The North Carolina Touring Artists Directory

Listed Artist 2012 – 2013 Directory

Watercolor Society of North Carolina

Signature Member

Member of the Board of Directors

Central Region Director 2008 –

Virginia Tyler, Associate Professor of Visual Arts

1) Attended conferences and meetings: Nor’Easter Iron Conference and Exhibition at

Buffalo State College, November 2012; SOHO 20 Chelsea Gallery board meeting and

exhibit opening in New York City, June 2012; Tri-State Sculptors’ conference in

Greenville, NC, October 2012, and meeting for Board of Directors, October, 2012 and

February 2013

2) Served as Scholarship Committee Coordinator on the Board of Directors for the Tri-State

Sculptors’ Educational Association; shown as a National Affiliate member of SOHO 20

Chelsea Gallery; shown as an active member of the Women’s Caucus for the Arts,

Georgia Chapter

Regional, National, and International Activities

3) Run a non-profit artists group called “The Quality Individuals” which makes small

sculptures and necklaces in Ghana to raise money for tuition for girls in a metal casting

village to go to school.

4) Served as a consultant on College Arts Committee’s poster printing workshop for the

North Carolina Museum of Art

5) Served as Hot Metal Artist in Residence at Franconia Sculpture Park in Franconia,

Minnesota, where she participated in educational iron pouring demonstrations and

donated an iron sculpture to the park’s Sculpture Garden

Thurman D. Hollins, M.M.E., Assistant Professor of Music

• Adjudicator for North Carolina Show-style Band Directors Concert Band Festival

(May, 2012)

• Adjudicator for North Carolina Show-style Band Directors Marching Band

Competition (November, 2012)

• Georgia Music Education Association Member (2012)

• Intercollegiate Music Association Member

• Will serve as the Conductor for the HBCU All-Star Concert Band (April 2013)

• Will serve as the Executive Director of the “Summer of Sound” High School Band

Camp (June, 2013)

Albert Strong, Assistant Professor of Music and SAU Jazz

Band Director

Albert Strong, trumpeter, arranger, and composer, is an integral figure in the current local jazz

scene having performed/recorded for local artists such as Mavis Swan Poole, Yahzarah, Peter

Lamb and the Wolves (Voted 2011 Best Jazz Band in the Triangle), Clay Aiken, Big Daddy Kane,

Orquesta Gardel, The Beast, and Zakiyah. He is Co-Founder of the Art of Cool Project- a jazz

advocacy group that presents concerts 1st Fridays in Raleigh and Third Fridays in Durham. The

organization’s mission is to bring a jazz festival to Durham in 2014. He has developed the first

Jazz Combo for KidzNotes.

Recent Performances:

December – Performed with vocalist Yolanda Rabun at DPAC as the opening act for the Isley

Brothers;

Big Daddy Kane (Rapper);

Recording Artist: The Beast (Jazz Hip Hop group); Kobie Watkins (drummer for Saxophone

great Sonny Rollins); Kim Arrington (Jazz/R&B singer); Peter Lamb and Wolves (Raleigh based

Jazz Quintet); and Shana Tucker’s ("ChamberSoul" cellist and singer/songwriter) next album

(upcoming in 2013).

Conference Participant: 4th Annual Jazz Education Network Conference in Atlanta, GA

Student Accomplishments

Senior Visual Arts major’s work selected by the

North Carolina Museum of Art.

Isaiah Johnson’s work, Poe Woman’s Dreams,

was selected for inclusion in the third annual

Art of the Auction at the North Carolina

Museum of Art.

Mr. Johnson is a senior visual art major with a

concentration in graphic design.

SAU Superior Marching Band has Extensive Performance Schedule

The Superior Marching Band under the direction of Mr. Thurman D. Hollins performed at

the following events fall semester 2012.

Marching Band

Performed at 10 Home and Away Football Games

Performance at Adrian Carroll Battle of the Bands (Breast Cancer Awareness)

Participant in N.A.A.C.P. & Omega Psi Phi March to the Polls

Participant in the Honda Battle of the Bands Celebration Tour

Perform for Bill Clinton Rally for President Obama

Featured band in Raleigh Life and Soul Magazine

Contributed in the SAU Thanksgiving Basket Drive

Contributed in the SAU Christmas Tree Giveaway

Will Host 1st Annual “Summer of Sound” High School Band Camp June 2013

The Superior Marching Band has been invited to perform at the following events.

Watts Chapel Baptist Church HBCU Day (Raleigh, NC) 2/17/13

HBCU Drum and Dance Line Competition (Petersburg, VA) 3/23/13

Azalea Festival Parade (Wilmington, NC) 4/13/13

Band Recruitment Trips/Conferences

Honda Battle of the Bands Recruitment Fair 1/26

Intercollegiate Music Association Conference 2/7-2/9

C.I.A.A. Tournament Recruitment Charlotte School Visits Spring Break Recruitment 3/4-3/9

HBCU Band Conference and Recruitment Fair 3/4-3/6

Liberal Studies

Overview/Mission The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies program is a multidisciplinary degree that emphasizes

breadth of study. The program is designed to meet the needs of students whose educational,

professional career or personal goals may not be fully met with a specific major, and for

students who have abilities to plan and develop a program appropriate to their interests. The

mission of the Liberal Studies major is to produce students who develop skills and

characteristics of a global learner, a liberally educated person and an effective leader in a global

society. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies should be able to think

critically, ethically, analytically and communicate effectively. Liberal studies majors should

appreciate viewing problems or ideas from varying perspectives and are flexible and adaptable

in new situations. Students should also develop a love of learning and commit to being lifelong

learners.

Saint Augustine’s University’s membership in the Cooperating Raleigh Colleges (CRC) allows

the expansion of course offerings to number in the hundreds. Potential student programs and

themes include, but are not limited to the following:

· Theater Management

· Agricultural Business Management

· Library and Philosophy Studies

· Philosophy of Medicine

· Computer Generated Communication

· Early and Middle Childhood Educational Psychology

A brief outline of collaborations and support to other program and entities is highlighted below:

In an effort to stay current with Liberal Studies programs around the country and with the full

implementation of the Transformative Education Program (TEP), Liberal Studies plans on

reviewing the course requirements in the current curriculum and will be submitting changes to

the Curriculum Council for implementation beginning Fall 2013.

The number of declared Liberal Studies majors increased by 7 to 27 since Fall 2012.

Eleven (11) students are scheduled to graduate in Spring 2013. This number reflects an increase

of 7 from the previous spring. The Department is continuing to market itself to students “where

they are,” and that includes in residence halls during seminars, in the dining hall, and as they

congregate on the MLK, Jr. Mall area. Student promotion has been successful in getting the

word about the possibilities that exist within the Liberal Studies major.

Professional and Community Involvement/Engagement

· The Chair of Liberal Studies, Michael Jackson, currently serves as a member of the Business

Alliance at Mary E. Phillips High School.

· The Chair of Liberal Studies currently serves on the Transportation Task for the

Cooperating Raleigh Colleges.

Departmental Research

The Chair of Liberal Studies in currently conducting research on mentorship this fall. The

proposed study will use qualitative methods to explore how and when the mentoring

relationship, created between African American male scholars/administrators and African

American male students impact the willingness of students to persist and excel in an HBCU.

Following initial data analysis, themes emerging from the data will be presented to the

participants in focus groups for them to verify or refute. It is hoped that by examining the

nature of mentorship techniques and practices of support for African American male college

students these efforts will improve and be well supported by the faculty and staff who serve

them. The following research questions will be examined in this study:

a. How and when do students assign or bestow the role of mentor?

b. How and when do mentoring experiences relate to past and/or present obstacles in

the students’ lives?

c. How and when do mentoring experiences relate to a student’s academic insights?

d. How and when do mentoring experiences relate to a student’s sense of their

opportunity to learn and excel?

e. How and when do mentoring experiences relate to or inform the student’s identity as

being highly educated, African American, male?

There are several expected benefits from the results of this study. The results of this study can

serve to further the understanding of the role that mentorship plays in the persistence and

academic excellence of African American college males. It will also provide

scholars/administrators of both Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Predominately

White Institutions with insights into the influence of holistic support services for a population

of students that historically have not fared well in regards to graduation rates. Furthermore,

because some of the mentorship practices are relevant across gender and racial lines, there is a

high possibility of successful transfer to multiple populations.

SCHOOL OF SCIENCES, MATHEMATICS AND ENGINEERING

Overview/Mission

The mission of the School of Sciences, Mathematics & Engineering is to maintain a program of

education that provides academic and social support for our diverse students, as they pursue

graduate, school, professional school and careers in STEM. To that end, we seek to prepare all

science, engineering, and mathematics majors to become capable, creative, and responsible

citizens of independent learning and academic achievement. Our strategic plan is designed to

strengthen and sustain our academic major areas of study that continue to challenge students to

achieve academically, to gain experience in the scientific research community and to obtain the

necessary tools to gain successful entry into the workforce, and/or graduate school. The School

continues to strive for excellence in curriculum content, pedagogy and student learning

outcomes. To that end, many of the labs and classrooms in Penick Hall have been or are

undergoing renovations. A laboratory for faculty research activity will be completed by the

summer in time for a summer research internship on site.

Faculty Accomplishments/Updates

Dr. Darryl Bing

The 70th Joint Annual Meeting of BKX and NIS – March 13-17, 2013 - hosted by the University

of the District of Columbia, Washington, DC at the Hyatt Regency, Reston, Va. – student

attendees-Kayla Walker, Kiara Jones, Monica Winters, & Aurielle Jones.

Dr. Yvonne Coston

Colorado State University’s Center for Multi-scale Modeling of Atmospheric Processes

Campus Visitation -November 26 – 27, 2012. Ms. C. Melissa Burt, Education and Education

Manager for CMMAP and Dr. Thomas Windham, Consultant for CMMAP spent two days on

the campus of Saint Augustine’s University sharing summer opportunities with faculty and

students. The team conducted a seminar for School faculty and students and met individually

with faculty and with eight selected students. As a result of the visit, three students completed

the application package and are waiting to hear acceptance decisions. See pictures below.

Dr. Doreen Cunningham

12th Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) - November

7-10, 2012 in San Jose, California – accompanied six students.

Served as Judge for Poster Sessions - Microbiology

American Society for Microbiology Conference for Undergraduate Educators – Englewood,

Colorado – May 16-19, 2013

2012 Reviewer: Micro lab Protocol Reviewer: PCR

2013 Attendance: Discussant-Flipping the lab

Saint Augustine’s University & Nature Research Center Communities in Practice

Collaboration

-A venture that will establish a partnership with the new state-of-the-art NRC Museum in

downtown Raleigh.

Lead Coordinator

Dr. Marino Green

-Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory/Dept. of Energy HBCU Tech Transfer Meeting-

October17-19, 2012 – Livermore, California. -To identify and develop research collaborations,

internship opportunities, and technology licensing possibilities for Saint Augustine’s University

faculty and Students.

12th Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) - November

7-10, 2012 - San Jose, California - accompanied six students.

Dr. Mark A. Melton

-HRP Associates, Inc. Environmental Engineering & Hydrology – Department of

Transportation Hazardous Materials Handling & RCRA Hazardous Waste Management

Training – October 24, 2012 - Meredith College, Raleigh, NC - Certificates of Completion

-Workshop on Ethnic Diversity in Materials Science & Engineering December 9-12, 2013,

Arlington, Virginia - supported by the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy,

Materials Research Society Foundation, University Materials Council and North Carolina State

University.

-Session 4 (continued): Role and Needs of Minority Serving Institutions, Part II, Panel

discussion on MSI perspectives on the role and needs of Minority Serving Institutions

- One of four MSI Faculty/Dean panelists for this session.

Sixth Annual Virginia-North Carolina Alliance Symposium- April 21-22 at VCU in

Richmond, VA

- As a member of this Alliance, eight students will attend this conference and present research.

Dr. Sarah Straud

The 27th Annual Human Anatomy & Physiology Society Conference - May 25-May 30, 2013 in

Las Vegas, NV, USA Workshop Facilitator: TBA

Abstract titles:

1. Moving A&P Outside of the Classroom: Outreach Events for Children

2. Fusing Online and Active Learning Strategies in the A&P Classroom

The 2013 Southwest Regional POGIL 3-Day Workshop - June 18-June 20, 2013 - Eckerd

College, St. Petersburg, FL Conference Attendee, Advanced Track

Dr. Ceilessia Williams

-Workshop on Forensic Technology - February 4, 2013- Duke University Law School, Durham,

NC - sponsored by the Duke Center of Civic Engagement and Program of Public Law. - “Jones

vs. US- Warrantless GPS Tracking & 21st Century Forensic Surveillance Technology” - student

attendees- Laurian Bashay , Iman Ball, San’Tisha Butts, Minyan Murphy & Sheree Smith

Professor Alieu Wurie

-HRP Associates, Inc. Environmental Engineering & Hydrology – Department of

Transportation Hazardous Materials Handling & RCRA Hazardous Waste Management

Training – October 24, 2012 - Meredith College, Raleigh, NC - Certificates of Completion

- 2013 Spring Vernier Software & Technology Hands-On Workshop for Science & STEM

Educators- March 19, 2013 in Raleigh, NC .

Seminar Series Calendar

School of Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering

Spring 2013

Date Speaker

T 1/15 Student Prelims (SENIORS ONLY)

T 1/22 Student Prelims (SENIORS ONLY)

R 1/17 Dr. Sandra White, NCCU Graduate School

R 1/31 Roketa Sloan, Duke University Bouchet

Society Outreach Program

R 2/7 James Wahlberg, Syngenta Biotechnology

R 2/21 Dr. Allen Cannady, NCSU Veterinary

Medicine

R 2/28 ALLScripts

R 3/7 Computer Science TBA

R 3/21 Kim Truesdale, UNC Department of

Nutrition

R 4/4 Computer Science TBA

R 4/11 Patrice Barley, Duke Tropical Medicine

(tentative date)

R 4/18 Divisional Research Day (All students must

be in attendance.)

Student Accomplishments/Accolades

Paper Publication – Ms. Nicole Sciortino was an author on research article published in the

Cornell University Library.

‘Detection of E-cyanomethanimine towards Sagittarius B2 (N) in the Green Bank Telescope

PRIMOS Survey’

Daniel P. Zaleski, Nathan A. Seifert, Amanda L. Steber, Matt T. Muckle, Ryan A.

Loomis, Joanna F. Corby, Oscar Martinez, Jr., Kyle N. Crabtree, Philip R. Jewell, Jan M.

Hollis, Frank J. Lovas, David Vasquez, Jolie Nyiramahirwe, Nicole Sciortino, Kennedy

Johnson, Michael C. McCarthy, Anthony J. Remijan, Brooks H. Pate

Comments: 15 pages, 3 figures, 2 tables, ApJL accepted

Subjects: Galaxy Astrophysics (astro-ph.GA)

Student Research Conferences

12th Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students - San Jose, Ca. – Nov. 7-10,

2012

- Six students attending and presenting

The School of Sciences, Engineering and Mathematics ‘represents’ at the ABCRMS!!

Dr. Doreen Cunningham and Dr. Marino Green accompanied six students to the 12th Annual

Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) in San Jose, California on

November 7-10, 2012. The students, Brooke Gaines, Dezarea Little, Jennifer Plair, Brandon

Scott, Kayla Walker, and Derrick Williams networked with other students while navigating

the many summer research internship and graduate school opportunities. More than 1,100

vendors from colleges, universities and companies were in attendance to actively recruit some

of the best and brightest minority students in the world.

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Zaleski_D/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Seifert_N/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Steber_A/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Muckle_M/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Loomis_R/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Loomis_R/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Corby_J/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Martinez_O/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Crabtree_K/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Jewell_P/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Hollis_J/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Hollis_J/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Lovas_F/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Vasquez_D/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Nyiramahirwe_J/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Sciortino_N/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Johnson_K/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Johnson_K/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+McCarthy_M/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Remijan_A/0/1/0/all/0/1

http://arxiv.org/find/astro-ph/1/au:+Pate_B/0/1/0/all/0/1

ABRCMS is the largest, professional conference for biomedical, bioengineering, and behavioral

mathematic students, attracting approximately 3,300 individuals, including approximately 1,700

undergraduate students, 400 graduate students & postdoctoral scientists, and 1200 faculty,

program directors and administrators. Students represent more about 350 U.S. colleges and

universities. The conference is designed to encourage underrepresented minority students to

pursue advanced training in the biomedical and behavioral sciences, engineering, and

mathematics and to provide faculty mentors and advisors with resources for facilitating

students’ success. Additionally, students are judged on their oral and poster presentations.

Our own Brandon Scott-Junior Engineering Mathematics major won 1st place in the

Engineering, Mathematics and Physics category!

-2nd Annual Shaw University Student Research Symposium – January 24, 2013-

Dr. Mark Melton accompanied five students to the 2nd Annual Shaw University Student

Research Symposium on January 24, 2013. The students, Jerome Bute, Nicole Sciortino,

Brandon Scott, Kayla Walker, and Derrick Williams did an excellent job presenting their

research. The symposium provided a great opportunity for our students to network with other

students from Shaw University and students from other nearby schools that also participated in

the symposium. We hope to build partnerships and collaborations as a result of this activity.

- Group Photo Above - Five Saint Augustine’s University Student Presentations – See Below

Jerome Bute – Engineering Mathematics – ‘Investigation of a Day-Ahead Photovoltaic Power

Forecasting in Grid Connected Distributed Energy Systems’

Nicole Sciortino – Chemistry – ‘Development of a 40-60 GHz Spectrometer for the Detection of

Interstellar Molecules’

Brandon Scott – Engineering Mathematics ‘Classification of Crystal Field Splittings in Erbium-

Doped Gallium Nitride’

Kayla Walker – Biology – ‘Relationship between Stream Fish Morphology and Choice of

Habitat’

Derrick Williams – Biology - ‘Agrobacterium-Mediated Transformation in Stevia (Stevia

rebaudiana)’

Research Program Acceptances – 2012-2013

- Two students accepted into academic year NIEHS Scholars Connect Program – Paid

Internships

Kacey McHoney National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences – 2012-13

- Dr. Richard Zelden – Cardiovascular Research

Jennifer Plair National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences – 2012-13

- Dr. Darlene Dixon – Cancer Research

Summer Program Acceptances – 2013 (to date)

-- Brandon Scott Colorado State University - Center for Multi-scale Modeling of

Atmospheric Processes

-- Martize Smith Organization for Tropical Studies Summer 2013 Global Health

Program in South Africa – Duke University, Host Institution

-- Justin Williams Colorado State University - Center for Multi-scale Modeling of

Atmospheric Processes

Community Outreach

Anatomy and Physiology Day at the Boys Club of Raleigh

“Black people are 12 percent of the U.S. population and 11 percent of all students beyond high school. In

2009, they received just 7 percent of all STEM bachelor's degrees, 4 percent of master's degrees, and 2

percent of PhDs, according to the National Center for Education Statistics.”- published in the Huffington

Post, October 2011

On November 29, 2012, students in the School of Sciences, Engineering and Mathematics

presented a small science workshop for first through third graders, primarily African American

males, at the Boys Club in Raleigh. African American men remain scarce in the fields of

Science, Technology, Mathematics, and Engineering (STEM), with one contributing factor being

the lack of mentors of color. Students at Saint Augustine’s University saw an opportunity to

make an impact that could potentially increase the number of African American males in the

near future to become doctors, dentists, pharmacists and engineers.

Saint Augustine’s University STEM students strive for excellence in the classroom and within

the local youth community.

Students who participated in this event included: Derrick Williams, Jr., Richard Gilliam,

Lauretta Ihenatu, Adaeze Egolum, Tanisha Perry, Chamoine Blakeney, Moryelle Coley-

Greene, Alexander Tucker, Shonquez Nelson, Martize Smith, Cherisse Lynch, and Ty-Reak

Murray. Supervised by Dr. Sarah B. Straud-Assistant Professor of Biology, this was the first

ever STEM day held at the Boys Club. The main goal of the event was to excite and expose

minority youth to the field of Anatomy and Physiology. The boys were able to isolate DNA

from a banana, “meet” the bones of the body, conduct a taste test in which they were

blindfolded before testing, and engage in an interactive “human red blood cell” game. The

boys also got to see what real organs look like including the liver, lungs, heart, large and small

intestines, stomach and brain. They were given pairs of gloves and allowed to examine body

organs for themselves. “Students were enthusiastic and had a lot of fun. We had lots of

questions. About half the kids couldn’t wait to hold the organs; the other half kept saying,”

Ewww. That’s gross!”

“These boys now know that DNA is an important molecule found in their bodies, and that it

stands for deoxyribonucleic acid. They were able to tell me what a long bone was, and why a

brain contains its ‘wrinkles’. One little boy told me that he met “Sacrum” (bone found in the

pelvic region of the body)”, said Dr. Straud. “Our students were the driving force behind this

event. They chose the topics they were going to teach, got all of their own supplies, consulted

other professors for reagents and advice, and most importantly, they worked together to pull

off one terrific event. The level of creativity I saw was amazing.”

Grantsmanship Activities/Service

Active Grants

-US Department of education Title III - STEM Enhancement Grant $1.56 Million

Dr. Golden (PI) Melton (Activity Director) 2010-2014

- Virginia-North Carolina Alliance for Minority Participation (AMP) Program – $1.4 Million -

NEW

Dr. Melton (PD)

- NSF HBCU UP – Targeted Infusion Biology Program Academic Enhancement - $300K - NEW

Dr. Melton (PI) and Dr. Cunningham (Co-PI)

Grant Proposals in Progress

National Science Foundation Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program Proposal

– Dr. Bing & Dr. Wilson (Education)


TEP activities are moving forward

Curriculum Enhancement – All Biology, Chemistry & Forensic Science Laboratories

Transformed majority of the labs within the Department from “cookbook” labs to

Inquiry-based labs (worked collaboratively with faculty to reach goal)

Reformed BIOL 134 Principles II course to case-based application course

Entrance Examination Study Laboratory – Completed & being utilized by students

Instrumentation Analysis Laboratory – Equipment Updates – Ongoing

Student Study Lounge – Nearly completed for student use

Faculty Research Laboratory – Nearly completed – next steps, equipment & supplies

SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Overview/Mission

The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences endeavors to provide every student in our courses

with key elements of a social science education, emphasizing critical thought and analytical

skills appropriate to the course level. The School seeks to build major and minor programs in

criminal justice, history, political science, psychology, public policy, sociology, and social work

in which students are prepared for professional graduate and/or professional school.

The School encourages applied and experiential learning that prepares students for careers as

leaders in public service and private sector employment. To further its social science focus, the

School contributes heavily to the university’s principled support of international study via

intense upper level course work, general survey courses, and extensive study abroad teaching

and learning experiences, which are open to all SAU students.


a. Professor Warren Dukes (Criminal Justice) – Presented a paper at the NAAAS Annual

Conferences in Dallas, TX titled: “Police Ethnicity and Double Consciousness”. Professor

Dukes also won one of five awards for Best Graduate Student Paper.

b. Dr. Erica Russell presented a poster presentation on the TEP at the Council of

Independent Colleges and Universities. She also presented a poster on “Personality and

Popular Culture: An innovative Approach to Collaboration and Critical Thinking”.

c. Professor Mary Scott delivered a paper titled: “Educator and Scholar Dr. Anna Julia

Cooper” at the 97th Annual Association for the Study of African Life and History

Pittsburgh, PA., fall 2012.

d. Dr. Christa Washington – Presented a paper titled:” Mentorship to Mitigate Career

Barriers for Women” at the London Women’s Leadership Symposium, London England.

(12/8-9/2012. Dr. Washington was selected to serve as an AP reader for ETS for high

school student essays. She is also on the editorial board for Psychological Services

e. Professor Alpha Njai – Participated in Lilly Conference on College and University

Teaching hosted by UNC-G. This year’s topic was Evidenced Based Learning and

Teaching.

f. Dr. Elizabeth Fournier –Served as a panel chair and discussant for the North Carolina

Political Science Association Annual Meeting on “The Engaged Political Scientist”

2/22/13.

g. Dr. C.G. Kledaras and Professor Christopher Solomon attended the CSWE Conference

and workshop on Social Work Program accreditation.

h. W.E.B. Du Bois Colloquium – This year’s colloquium focused on “Pan Africanism, the

Role of Education in the advancement of African Americans and Civil Rights

Organizations”. Faculty Facilitator - Jonathan May and Colin Adams (2/28/13).

i. Professor James Lyons attended the North Carolina Criminal Justice Association

Conference (2/14-16)

j. Mr. Jonathan Glenn (2012), adjunct Instructor in Criminal Justice published “Assessing

the differential impact of contextual factors on school suspension for black and white

students” in the Journal of Negro Education.


Department of Criminal Justice

1. Dalon Scott (sophomore) received a coveted internship with the State Attorney

General’s Office (Spring Semester 2012)

2. Dane Hyatt – won the 400 meter Jamaica Olympic Trials (44.83) and made the

Jamaican Olympic Team.

3. David Frasier – a Junior ROTC cadet served as Governor Beverly Purdue’s

escort for an honorary Ceremony for the Tuskegee Airmen and he was asked to

return by the Governor to escort her to the Veteran’s Day Parade.

4. Anthony Wright, Daniel Frazier, and Dalon Scott attended the North Carolina

Criminal Justice Association Annual Meeting with Professor James Lyons.

(February 14th-15th, 2013).

5. Professor Colin Adams Psychology and Professor James Lyons facilitated a

program for “at risk” African American Male students at Milbrook High School.

(February 20, 2013)

6. Aliar Williams (senior) will participate in the Raleigh STARS Program

supervised by Professor James Lyons.

7. Amber Wood (sophomore) will intern this summer with the United States

Department of State in Washington, DC. (Summer 2013).

Department of History, Government and Public Policy

The department presented several colloquia last year including the following:

1. Constitution Day – “Voting Rights” (9/25/12) Facilitated by Professors R.

Moore, M. Scott and B. Booker with students Lacura Venable, Tyshem

Bethea, Kayla Cohen, Nicolas Gillison, and Marcelis Lynch.

2. Black History Month – “From Slavery to Freedom: It’s More Than a Story”

2/21/13 Faculty Facilitator Professor S. Winston.

3. HBCU Lobby Day at the State Capital – 2/19/13 Faculty Facilitator Dr.

Elizabeth Fournier – Students who participated include: Ernest Fleming,

Robert Gray, JaVon Harlan, Chalisa Williams, Kamya Jabari, Zechariah

Jackson, Xavier Montgomery-Lee, John Newman, Anthony Ross, Sean

Scott, Johna Bethany Mitchell, and Timothy Whonder.

4. Early Voting Rally (4/20/12) Students provided rides for students on the first

day of early voting in NC (Faculty facilitator-E. Fournier)

5. Anthony Ross (Political Science major) had his application fees to law school

waived by Harvard, Duke and NCCU law schools by the Law School

Admissions Council.

6. Professor Mary Scott coached the Moot Court Team that participated in the

American Collegiate Moot Court Association Mid Atlantic Tournament in

Lynchburg Virginia at Liberty University. The teams consisted of SAU

students Brittany Collrell, Jasmine Cobbs, K ‘Shaun Davis, Darnella

Reeden, and Justin Miller. Other teams participating in the tournament

included the University of Virginia, Patrick Henry, Appalachian State

University, James Madison, Regent University and Liberty University.

7. Jasmine Cobb (political science major) had the highest composite Moot

Court Tournament score for SAU at the American Collegiate Moot Court

Association Mid Atlantic Tournament. She recorded a score of 380 out of a

possible 400 against Patrick Henry. Patrick Henry has a national

championship program and fields one of the most competitive Moot Court

Teams in the nation.

8. Campus Moot Court Competition - HGPP students Justin Miller, Jamal

Brown, Jasmine Cobbs. Judges S. Winston, Dr. Brown, Dr. Z Wilson, Dr. E.

Fournier, Judge Rozier. Team was coached by Professor Mary Scott

9. Students participated in the NC Undergraduate Research and Creativity

Symposium at Duke University included; A. Coleman, K. Cohen, N. Gillison

participated in the NC Undergraduate Research - Faculty Facilitators

included B. Booker, E. Fournier, M. Scott, M. Lubin (adjunct) and D.

Wofford (adjunct)

10. Dr. Elizabeth Fournier took Jazman Thomas, Chelsea Aladekoba, Jasmine

Cobbs, Anthony Ross and Parris Goodman to the North Carolina Political

Science Association Annual meeting in Raleigh, NC. (2/22/13).

11. SSBS students participated in the North Carolina Independent Colleges and

Universities 2013 Ethics Bowl. This year’s theme was Ethics in

Communications. SAU students participating in the NCICU Bowl included:

Colliet Bramwell - Freshman Political Science, Shanyria Cook – Freshman

Criminal Justice, Matthew Mangram – Freshman Criminal, Justin Miller –

Freshman Criminal Justice, Darnella Reeder – Sophomore English. The SAU

team was coached by Professor Shirlkeymu Winston, assistant professor of

history and Nicole Porter, administrative assistant, School of Social and

Behavioral Sciences (2/8-9/2013).


Department of Psychology

1. Shannon DeVaughn - Participated in the Summer Internship Program

sponsored by the University of Cincinnati. Has been selected to interview for

the PhD program at the University of Cincinnati.

3. The Psychology Club Sponsored a Wellness Week

4. Janice Holemon is working as a project manager for Small Miracles, a Raleigh

area non-profit organization.

5. Tasheika Fulmore is working as the administrative assistant for the SAU First

Year Experience.

6. Jessica Garcia – is a member of the student grant team for an HBCU mini

grant on mental health. She is also developing an “active minds “chapter for

SAU.

7. Dr. Washington developed the Dr. Nola Hoyt Royster Speaker Series (spring

2013). This semester the speakers will be James Spradling –NC Mental Health

Consumer’s Organization (February) and Mr. Donyea Perry – Director of

Programming and Youth Development for Communities in Schools, (NC).

8. The Department of Psychology established a partnership with Pfeiffer

University to encourage SAU students to pursue MA in marriage and Family

Therapy.

9. Psychology students participating in the Active Minds Chapter at SAU

include: Melanie Ayala, Niaya Patterson, Jessica Patterson, Jill Ricks, Che’

Brown, Drake Pasnak and Anthony Battle.

Department of Sociology and Social Work: New Academic Department

1. Cquadayshia Harrington- Sociology major graduate will earn a Master of Social

Work from NCCU in May 2013.

2. Lashawn Hoews - Sociology major graduate – is attending the Clark Atlanta

University’s Master of Social Work Program.

3. Stacia Mathis – Sociology major graduate will graduate in May from NCCU

with a Master of Library Science degree.

4. Camilie McCallum Sociology major has been promoted to District Manager of

Waffle House, Inc., in Roberson County, NC.

5. Brittany Kingsbury and Shaharazad Donastorg social work majors attended the

UNC Chapel School of Social Work Diversity Institute Program with Professor

Solomon.

6. Ciara Holmes is attending Graduate school at Alabama A & M State University

working on M.S.W. degree.

7. Jamika Torrence is working on an MSW degree at NCCU.

8. Erica Hill graduated from NCCU (December 2012) with a degree in Library

Science and is now employed with the Public Library in Durham County.

School of Social and Behavioral Sciences Curricular/ Teaching and Innovations a. The School passed a new Strategic Plan at its August Meeting.

b. The School will be working with the Tenure and Promotions committee to

develop a new procedure for promotion and tenure.

c. Dr. Russell continues to serve as the PI for the SAFRA Writing grant (the

Freshman Writing Initiative). Professor Solomon serves as co-activity director.

This project includes the Student Success Team. Professor Massenburg (LAE)

and Ms. Shelton, the Director of the Writing Center also serves on this team.

The project is responsible for the introduction of Smarthinking online tutorial

services and Turnitin.com ®. The project held a Preparing for Midterm

Workshop for freshmen on September 25th, offers the Freshman Writing Lounge

(which is special evening hours in the Writing Center for freshmen two days per

week), and they will be hosting their first Student Success in the Disciplines

Seminar: The Social and Behavioral Sciences Edition on September 26th at 2:00

pm.

d. The History faculty redesigned the history curriculum to align it with peer and

aspirant institutions. The history program is now 120 semester hours.

e. The political science faculty redesigned the political science curriculum to align it

with peer and aspirant institutions. This program is now modeled after the

recommended curriculum from the American Political Science Association.

Grantsmanship

1. Professors Dr. Erica Russell and Dr. Christa Washington were awarded a mini-grant

($2,482.00) to the HBCU – CFE Mental Health Collaborative Program sponsored by the

Morehouse School of Medicine.

2. Professor Alpha Njai – was awarded a Teaching and Travel Grant ($1,000.00) to the

University CTL to attend the Lilly Conference of College and University Teaching

hosted by UNC- Greensboro.

GLOBAL STUDY ABROAD AND INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

Overview/Mission

The Office of Global Study Abroad and International Programs works to prepare

students to serve as leaders in their local, national, and international communities. With the

ever-increasing demand for qualified employees who can navigate and appreciate cultural

differences, it is imperative that students acquire the leadership skills that allow them to excel in

this global society. Students must be able to acquire and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and

behaviors that will make them marketable and successful no matter their specific career choice.

The Office of Global Study Abroad and International Programs work to cultivate culturally

competent and sensitive students that excel in whatever global environment they might find

themselves in. The goal is to encourage the personal and professional growth of all of students

through academic rigor, global awareness, and leadership development. This is accomplished

through an interdisciplinary approach which allows students to explore their specific cultural

program of focus while also examining other relevant political, social, and economic

perspectives. This creates a more in-depth experience and well-rounded view that students can

then take and apply to other areas of their life.


The Office of Global Study Abroad and International Programs currently has 16 students

applying for study abroad this summer making this the highest number of planned

experiential overseas engagements by our institution (China, Brazil, France, Spain, South

Africa)

There are currently 11 students applying for the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman

International Scholarship which will be the institution’s largest applicant pool.

The Office of Global Study Abroad and International Programs currently have 3

students applying to international graduate school (Spain, China, and London).

The Office of Global Study Abroad and International Programs currently is helping with

the planning of 2 study away programs and one of which will be faculty led.

Freshmen Studies has been expanded from one semester to two semesters to provide

increased access to global learning activities. Spring 2013 is the first semester of the

expanded course. Tuesdays serve primarily as days for workshops, forums, and

assemblies with students being exposed to diverse global topics. Thursdays serve as

days of reflection and response to previous global learning activities.

Three Passport Days have successfully been completed this academic year. The next

Passport Day will be April 4, 2013. During the most recent Passport Day, 16 persons

were assisted with passport services.

The first international student/faculty mixer was held in the Global Learning Center.

More than 35 individuals attended.

The Director of QEP/Study Abroad/Confucius Classroom/Global Learning Center has

completed more than 20 informational workshops and trainings to students and faculty

on the importance of studying abroad, doing research abroad, international internships,

international service-learning, and exploring international graduate schools to

encourage and early and frequent global engagement.

Global Perspective Inventory (GPI) analysis has been completed by Larry Braskamp.

The Global Perspective Inventory (GPI) reflects a global and holistic view of student

learning and development and the importance of the campus environment in fostering

holistic student development. The GPI measures how a student thinks, views herself as

a person with a cultural heritage, and relates to others from other cultures, backgrounds

and values. It reflects how students are responding to three major questions: How do I

know?, Who am I? and, How do I relate to others?

Saint Augustine’s University Freshmen have completed the pre-test and will complete

the post-test in April after the second semester of global learning curriculum.

Completed Intercultural Development Inventory training to become IDI Administrator.

Scale below shows the average highest, middle, and lowest average score of all institutions

completing the assessment in Fall 2012. SAU students scored on average at or above other

students in all categories except one (knowing). SAU students scored the highest of all students

on the identity scale.

Scale Knowing Knowledge Identity Affect Responsibility Interaction

Highest Score 4.01 3.73 4.27 3.99 3.96 3.76

Middle Score 3.47 3.52 4.04 3.75 3.70 3.46

Lowest Score 3.07 3.32 3.88 3.60 3.51 3.24

SAU Score 3.08 3.67 4.27 3.70 3.69 3.49


Several students and faculty participated in the International Festival of Raleigh. Three

students from the Chinese 1 & 2 participated and were complimented for bringing

diversity to international education.

Jacquez Griffin completed his London study abroad at Queen Mary College.


Global Entrepreneurship Initiative with students from Sierra Leone and Ghana from

May-October, 2012 where we provided business education to students in Africa via

SKYPE. Students were encouraged to prepare business plans and develop a timeline for

implementation.


Costa Rica Faculty Internationalization Site Visit March 9-15, 2013.

“Go Abroad: Don’t Be Left Behind” Presentation at Chavis Community Center February

25, 2013 5pm-7pm on the importance of study abroad early and studying abroad often to

take advantage of any global opportunities.

2013 ACE/AIEA Internationalization Collaborative Annual Meeting New Orleans

February 15-20, 2013.

Initiated and completed workshops for all freshmen on Sandy Hook Elementary Forum

on the Culture of Violence-February 12, 2013 11am-1pm noon Seby Jones Auditorium

Multi-disciplinary forum with Professor Russell Brodie (global perspective), Professor

Colin Adams (psychological perspective), Professor James Lyons (deviant behavior

perspective), and Professor Shirlkeymu Winston (historical perspective).

HBCU Career Development Marketplace Conference sponsored by the American Small

Business Association in Washington DC January 31, 2013.

EDUESPAÑA EDUCATION ABROAD 2012 Workshop Program for US Higher

Education Institutions sponsored by the Embassy of Spain and the Miami Trade

Commission December 2012. Saint Augustine’s University was the only HBCU to

participate in this international workshop.

The 3rd Biennial North Carolina Summit on US/China Education held at North Carolina

State's Friday Institute on September 6, 2012

Brazil Site Inspection with Destination Partners August 2012

Global Entrepreneurship Initiative with students from Sierra Leone and Ghana from

May-October, 2012

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR Overview

1. 13/SP Census Results:

Total Registered = 1321

o 1212 – Traditional Students

o 109 – Continuing Education Students

New Students = 81

35 – New Freshmen

21 – Transfers

25 – Continuing Education

Visiting CRC students = 14 (These numbers are not part of the Census Results.)

2. Processed approximately 954 transcript requests.

189 mail requests

497 online requests

268 walk-in requests

3. Processed approximately 278 enrollment verifications.

191 online requests

87 walk-in requests

4. Completed over 70 reports (internal and external.)

5. Serviced over 1840 customers (current and former students). Most popular services

rendered:

Add & Drop – 419

Registration – 377

Transcript requests – 268

Course Withdrawals – 214

Declaration/Change of Major & Minor Declaration – 122

6. Provided enrollment data/served as the Primary Investigator in support of external

reports

IPEDS

SACS COC FTE Enrollment

Merritt Research Services

ACT Institutional Data

College Board Survey

National Student Clearinghouse

7. Verified and monitored enrollment and payments for over 50 students receiving

education benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

8. Maintained the institution’s database/account in SEVIS (Student Exchange and Visitor’s

Information System); created 4 new I-20 forms and updated 21 current I-20’s.

9. Athletic Academic Support

Certified participation for 178 student athletes in the 6 sports whose seasons have

ended.

Reviewed and verified all cumulative grade point averages for 327 student

athletes in competition for CIAA Athletic Awards.

Verified 107 student athletes with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or

better.

10. At the conclusion of 12/FA, monitored the accurate posting of 8,463 final grades in 688

classes/sections.

11. Evaluated over 200 candidacy forms for eligible May 2013 graduates. 46 seniors

completed degree requirements at the conclusion of summer and fall sessions (2012.)

12. Faculty Meeting (every 3rd Thursday); New Business presentations.

13. Administrative and Academic Leadership Team (AALT) – monthly meeting.

14. Staff Committee Assignments (C. Williams and E. Ray)

Academic and Administrative Leadership Team (AALT) Committee

Academic Policies Committee

Athletic Committee

Curriculum Council

Transformative Education Program (TEP) Committee


1. Early Spring Registration, November 2012

2. Spring Registration, January 2013

3. Adjunct Workshops, February 2013

CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING

Overview/Mission

In its broadest terms, the mission of Saint Augustine’s College Center for Teaching and

Learning (CTL) is to serve as a resource for the Saint Augustine’s College (SAC) faculty and

academic support staff by promoting and assisting the campus constituency in making the link

between the theories and ideals of teaching and learning and the practicality of implementing

program and institutional goals. The CTL works closely with faculty, academic support staff,

the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, and the Center for Information Technology to

improve the teaching and learning process College-wide. The CTL firmly believes effective

teaching encompasses more than just the transmission of subject matter. It is committed to

supporting an environment that promotes the best education for a diverse student body, as well

as, encourages the development of professional teaching as a practice and scholarly activity.

The mission of Saint Augustine's College is to sustain a learning community in which students

can prepare academically, socially, and spiritually for leadership in a complex, diverse, and

rapidly changing world. In pursuing this mission, faculty fosters scholarship and creativity

through varied approaches to teaching and learning; the administration facilitates the enterprise

by effectively garnering and managing financial and human resources; and the staff contributes

to efficient operations by providing essential support services. The Center for Teaching and

Learning supports the Saint Augustine's College mission.

The Objectives of CTL

Provide funding (tuition grants) for faculty members to pursue a terminal degree on

part-time basis.

Provide funding (tuition grants) for staff members to update their knowledge by part-

time enrollment in an accredited academic institution.

Provide funding (travel grants) for staff members to attend professional conference or

meetings which will advance their knowledge relative to enhancing the teaching and

learning process.

Provide travel grants for faculty members to attend professional conferences or meetings

which will advance their knowledge relative to enhancing the teaching and learning

process.

Provide funding for instructional initiatives through the annual delivery of professional

development institutes, monthly research team workshops and/or consultations on

effective teaching techniques, creative teaching strategies and methods, course

development, and the use of technology in the classroom, and a college-wide retreat.

Faculty Travel and Tuition Grant

The CTL fosters the Saint Augustine's College mission to foster faculty scholarships and

creativity through varied approaches through teaching and learning by providing funds for

faculty to attend conferences, workshops, and pursue advanced degrees. Faculty must submit

an application for Faculty Travel and Tuition Grant.

There were a total of seven (7) faculty and staff who requested funds to attend professional

conferences during the 2012-2013 academic year. Out of the seven faculty and staff who

attended the conferences, three (3) faculty presented at professional conferences. Two Schools

out of seven Schools requested funds from CTL. The other Schools had funds to support their

faculty to travel to conferences.

Table 1 gives a breakdown of faculty who presented at professional conferences (the asterisk

designates faculty who made presentations at professional conferences). The table shows the

name, department, travel dates, cost, Name of Conference, Location, and conference role.

Table 1

October 2012- through February 2013

Name Department

Travel

Dates Cost Conference Location

Conference

Role

Christopher

Solomon Social Sciences

November

8-12, 2012 $ 2,354.60

Council on Social

Work Education

Annual Meeting

Washington,

DC Participant

*Lucy

Melbourne English

November

17-20,

2012 $ 846.21 Mesa Denver, Col Presenter

*Erica

Russell

Office of the

Provost/Psychology

January 2-

6, 2013 $ 1,407.68

The National

Institute on the

Teaching of

Psychology

St. Pete

Beach, FL Presenter

Sarah Price

TEP/Academic

Affairs

January

22-26,2013 $ 2,153.09

2013 AAC&U

Annual Meeting Atlanta, GA Participant

George

Boykin Chief of Police

January

21-30,2013 $ 481.00

NC Association of

chiefs of police

37th annual winter

conference Participant

*Lynne

Jefferson English

Feb 7-

9,2013 $675.00

Southern

Conference on

African American

Studies Inc.

Tallahassee,

FL Presenter

M. Iyailu

Liberal Arts &

Education

Feb

27,2013-

March 2,

2013 $1,741.63

CACTE 65th

Annual Meeting Orlando, FL Participant

Tuition Grant Reimbursement

This academic year, CTL assisted one faculty to receive Tuition Grant Reimbursements. Table 2

gives a breakdown of faculty, department, degree seeking, and institution.

Table 2

Name Department Degree/Program of Study College Attending

Shirlkeymu Winston Social Science PhD Howard University

Five faculty have inquired about the procedure in seeking funding through CTL’s tuition grant

reimbursement process.


December 2012

Faculty Professional Development

Eight-seven faculty attended the 2012 December Professional Development Faculty Institute.

The theme for the faculty institute was- Taking the TEP to the Next Level…Connecting the

Dots. The institute was from December 10-14. There were eight sessions that faculty

participated in. The sessions are listed below.

Freshman Success Initiatives, “Right Place, ‘Write Time”: An Integral part of the TEP

This session is designed to introduce faculty and staff to the important work that the Freshman

Success Initiatives team is doing to contribute to the growth and development of the “Signature

Saint Augustine’s University Student”. The Freshman Success Team will be introduced. New

and existing programming will be outlined. The University Writing Center and its new

initiative’s will be showcased, and faculty will be charged to get involved with our effort to lay

a firm foundation for our students.

All Aboard the TEP Polar Express Train

During this session, additional information will be provided as a result of frequently asked

questions and lessons learned during the semester. The TEP Leadership panel will answer

existing questions then continue to address additional questions from the floor in an interactive

manner.

Evaluating Assignments using the SAU Rubrics (round table breakout)

During this session breakout faculty will collectively assess one assignment using the common

rubric This activity will assist faculty in understanding how the common rubric may be used to

assess specific assignments at various levels (Benchmark, Milestone 1, Milestone 2 and

Capstone).

TEP Course Preparation—Lessons Learned…Overview and presentations of the

Assignments

During this session, the TEP Implementation Committee and other faculty will share lessons

learned regarding using the SLO’s and rubrics to critique the assignments that were provided.

Evaluating SAU Rubrics and SLO’s by Competency (round table) Presentations with

opportunities for feedback

During this session, faculty will examine the Standard Rubrics and SLO’s and minimal

requirement by competency and propose amendments as needed.

Evaluating SAU Rubrics and SLO’s by Competency (round table)- Presentations with

opportunities for Feedback

A representative from each group will report their recommendations to the entire faculty.

Faculty will have an opportunity to offer feedback. This activity will give us a chance to make

changes to the existing rubrics, SLO’s, and assignments to further represent TEP and the

Signature Saint Augustine student.

Syllabus changes for TEP courses

Emphasis will be on expanding the syllabus template to specifically address the needed

assessment information for each identified competency.

Effective Advising for TEP

This session is for all academic advisors. A list of current TEP courses will be distributed and an

advising template will be presented and reviewed. This is an interactive session.

Workshops and Evaluation

At the beginning of each workshop, participants are given an evaluation form. At the top of the

form, the participants are asked their level of knowledge and understanding about the topic.

After the workshop, the participants are asked to evaluate their level of knowledge about the

topic.

Each participant receives a certificate of participation after each workshop (see below)

Title of Workshops

Evaluation

Feedback Poor Fair Good

Very

Good Excellent Comments

Demystifying Classroom

Observations and using

Madeline Hunter's Best

Practice

Workshop topic

understanding

before

Workshop topic

understanding after

Workshop content

ADA Compliance

Workshop topic

understanding

before

Workshop topic

understanding after

Workshop content

What really is true

feedback and how do I

know if I am providing

appropriate feedback that

will improve student

learning

Workshop topic

understanding

before

2 5 2 1

Workshop topic

understanding after 4 6

Workshop content 4 6 Very helpful

Pursuing your terminal

Degree

Workshop topic

understanding

before 3

Workshop topic

understanding after 3

Workshop content

2 1

Any funding

to take the

GRE?

Evaluation Feedback Form

Answer this section before the workshop. Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent

Workshop Topic

My understanding of this topic is:

My ability to talk about this topic is: 2. Answer this section after the workshop.

Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent

Workshop Topic

My understanding of this topic is:

My ability to talk about this topic is:

3. Please rate the quality of the following workshop components. Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent

Advertising, Registration, Location

Advertising and promotion

Registration procedure

Suitability of location

Space/facilities

Workshop Content

Clarity of content

Order and organization of content

Usefulness of materials/information resources

Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent

Length of workshop

Workshop Presentation

Style of the main topic presentation

Time allotted for discussion

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6. How do you think this knowledge can be put into practice in your classroom?

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7. Please suggest any improvements for future workshops on this topic.

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Thank you!

Certificate of Participation

Presented on March 7, 2013

Participation in the Professional Development Workshop

ADA Compliance

American Disabilities Act (ADA)

For

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Dr. Linda R. Hubbard

Assistant Provost for Faculty and Student

Development

Workshops for Adjuncts

Adjuncts have been attending various workshops during the 2013 spring semester. Workshops

are scheduled once a month for professional development for adjuncts. These workshops are

scheduled from 5:00pm-6:00pm.

The TEP Workshop with Dr. Sarah Price

Dr. Connie Allen, Provost and Dr. Sarah Price, Director for TEP. Faculty at Faculty Meeting

discussing preparation for ETS exam and activities to motivate students who will be taking the

exam.

Ms. Crystal Williams, Registrar, conducting a workshop for adjuncts “Managing Your Rosters

and Grades.”

Basic CAMS Training for Adjuncts

Provost’s Retreat with Department Chairs

Dr. Allen had a retreat for department chairs in January. The theme focused on developing a

climate of trust.

The Office of Human Resources Conducted Training for Deans and Department Chairs

The Office of Human Resources had training with the deans and department chairs on best

practices in addressing personnel issues.

The Provost had a breakfast meeting with Dr. Sadie Carter to plan for the training with the

deans and department chairs.

The deans and chairs are involved in the training with Human Resources.

FRESHMAN SUCCESS INITIATIVES

Overview/Mission

The Freshman Success Initiatives are a series of interrelated initiatives designed to promote

overall success for freshmen attending Saint Augustine’s University. These initiatives aim to

support the institutional mission to “sustain a learning community in which students can

prepare academically, socially and spiritually for leadership in a complex, diverse and rapidly

changing world”. The Freshman Success Initiatives aim to provide relevant resources and

supports that are designed to address the student’s needs holistically. These initiatives are

purposed to contribute to the development of a firm foundation so that students will be

empowered to persist and successfully matriculate through college.

Dr. Erica R. Russell, who has served as the Principal Investigator of the SAFRA Writing grant,

was appointed to serve as the Executive Director of the newly established, Freshman Success

Initiatives in August 2012. Within this role, she maintains oversight over activities related to

and growing from the Freshman Writing Initiative (FWI) and provides leadership and

supervision to the University Writing Center Staff.

The Freshman Writing Initiative (FWI) is a federally-funded grant project that is focused on

improving the reading, writing, and communication skills of freshmen. It more specifically

aims to:

Improve the writing proficiency and communication skills of first year students.

Train faculty in innovative writing and learning activities.

Demonstrate competence in communication, using appropriate language, convention,

organization, supporting evidence, and content appropriate to the purpose and

audience, and

Increase first year student utilization of the Writing Center.

FWI goals and objectives are addressed via three areas of primary focus. These foci include:

Increasing the capacity of the Writing Center,

The delivery of Writing-related programming targeting freshmen, and

Training and development related to writing across the disciplines.

FWI’s secondary focus and the second initiative is the Student Success Team (SST).

The Student Success Team involves a new approach to helping students to succeed at

Saint Augustine’s University. It aims to provide assistance and support to students

based on any learning or life challenges. This may include problems with adjusting to

college life, financial concerns, academic challenges, social interaction difficulties, or

emotional concerns.

The Freshman Writing Initiative has adopted the tagline: Right Place, ‘Write’ Time

Updates and Successes

Team (Faculty/Staff) accomplishments

August 2012: The LIS 150 course was adopted and introduced to the first class of

students falling under the Transformative Education Program (TEP) curriculum. The

course was developed under the leadership of FWI team members, Ms. Shelton and

Professor Massenburg. They serve as master instructors and trainers for a

multidisciplinary team of instructors who teach the course.

o LIS 150 Course Launch

Module 1: November 14, 2012 Course Introduction & Interest Meeting

Module 2: December 13, 2012 Course Content & Assignment Preparation

Module 3: January 4, 2013 Course Assessment

o Resources Prepared

Common Assignments

Writing Rich Faculty Handbook

September 2012: Dr. Russell (Executive Director of Freshman Success Initiatives) and

Dr. Washington (Chair, Psychology Department) were awarded a Behavioral Health

Capacity Expansion Mini-Grant which is being implemented as a collaborative effort

between the two areas. This mini-grant provides for tangible resources to support

Mental Health Awareness and related activities (i.e. screenings, programming, and the

development of an Active Minds Chapter on Campus).

October 2012: Dr. Russell represented the Institution by serving on a panel at the

CIC/DQP Consortium Meeting.

October 2012: Dr. Russell and Professor Solomon participated in a workshop,

Happiness: How Positive Psychology Changes Lives.

November 2012: Per special request, team members and select students participated in a

pilot for the At-Risk Gatekeeper Training Program for students. Participants were

among a small group of individuals from select HBCUs who completed the training

before it would be made available to all HBCUs via support from the HBCU Center for

Excellence.

January 2013: Dr. Russell presented a poster at the National Institute on the Teaching of

Psychology entitled, Popular Culture and Personality: an Innovative Approach to

Collaboration and Critical Thinking.

January 2013: The Freshman Writing Initiative team welcomed Ms. Breona Hayes who

now serves as the FWI Program Coordinator.

February 2013: The Freshman Writing Initiative co-sponsored the SAU Spring

Colloquium, “Representations of Black Masculinity and Femininity in the Telling of Our

Stories”

o Professor Massenburg co-coordinated the colloquium on behalf of the Freshman

Writing Initiative with Natalie Bullock-Brown, chair of the Department of Film

& Interactive Media. The colloquium was moderated by Byron Hurt. It featured

scholars from Duke University, Bennett College, UNC Chapel Hill, and Saint

Augustine’s University. I also presented a workshop entitled, “Look What We

Have Here: Uncovering the Subtle Narratives about Black Identity” as one of the

breakout sessions. It was an all day event that was well attended by faculty, staff,

community members, and students.

February 2013: Team members assisted with the planning and coordination efforts for

the ETS testing.

March 2013: Ms. Shelton was invited to speak at the Johnston-County Community

College for their Writing Institute Theme: A Celebration of Writers.

Programming and resources

The Freshman Writing Initiative plans to renew its contract with Turnitin.com ®.

Currently, 20 faculty/staff members have been set up with accounts. There are three

faculty members who have used this resource consistently, and there are plans to

provide additional training related to its use as a teaching tool. We did experience a

brief interruption in new access due to new administrator appointment and

representative changes.

The Freshman Writing Initiative also renewed is contract with Smarthinking online

tutorial service. Smarthinking is an online tutorial service that offers students 24-hour

internet-based access to tutors in various subjects. Students have a number of ways to

interface with “e-structors”, such as by uploading papers or specific questions for

feedback, to receive feedback within 24-48 hours or by participating in a “real-time” live

chat function. Smarthinking was initially introduced through a “soft roll-out” last year.

o Usage information

October: This resource was used by 141 different students, utilizing

Smarthinking for 204 sessions and a total of 168.75 hours. The majority of

the usage came from the Essay Center, but there was some math usage.

November: 112 students used Smarthinking for a total of 144.6 hours. All

usage was through the Online Writing Lab.

December: There were 32 sessions for 21.13 hours. Most usage was from

through the Essay Center, but there was some math usage as well.

January: There were 64 sessions for 51.1 hours.

February: There were 153 sessions for 120.32 hours.

o The team plans to provide additional training and informational sessions in

partnership with our account representative.

The Freshman Writing Lounge began on Tuesday, September 25th and continues to be

available to all freshmen on campus.

o The Freshman Writing Lounge provides special evening hours in the Writing

Center for two evenings a week. Based on the experience of its delayed “soft

roll-out” last academic year, the hours of the Lounge were changed. This

resource is now available to freshmen from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Monday and

Tuesday evenings instead of from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

The First Writer’s Block continues to be a signature program of the Freshman Writing

Initiative. The following seminars have been offered during this academic year and

have been facilitated by Christopher Massenburg:

o “Speak To Write” - Language & Writing September, 2012

o “How Valuable is the Face Really?” - Digging Deeper” – Critical Thinking and

Detail, October 2012

o “Write On The Beat” – Writing Inspired by Music February, 2013

November 2012: The Freshman Success Initiatives partnered with the Falcon Psychology

Club to hold a program, “Real Talk about the Power of the Vote”, which involved a

group of faculty, staff, and students discuss the importance of the vote and being

civically engaged.

February 2013: The ‘Write Weigh’ to Fitness pilot program was launched on campus of

Saint Augustine’s University under the direction of the Freshman Writing Initiative

Team. In line with the Project’s holistic approach to writing and overall well-being the

pilot program consists of five weekly sessions (approximately 90 minutes each) which

focus on developing oral and written communication skills as well as physical wellness

through experiential learning activities. This five week program consists of a two-part

weekly session that occurs on Wednesday evenings. The first part of the session

involves topical discussion and reflective activities related to African American women

and Wellness. This portion of each week’s meeting aims to develop the oral

communication, written communication, and critical thinking skills of the student

participants by encouraging them to speak, reflect and write about critical issues and

establish personal wellness goals. The second part of the session involves participation

in a Zumba-fitness class.

February 2013: Members of the FWI team and Dr. Washington identified and assembled

a group of students to assist with the Mental Health Initiatives and to support the

development of an Active Minds chapter on campus.

In the works

The FWI/Freshman Success Team continues to develop the policies and procedures for

the Writers and Scholars Program (WSP). The team aims to launch the program in Fall

2013.

The FWI team is planning to host a writing training workshop which will include special

training and workshops for faculty. An event proposal had been drafted for the Write

Time, Right Place: Fostering Student Success in Writing and Critical Thinking training

conference which is being proposed for April 2013.

The FWI team is also planning to offer a mini conference targeting students, faculty, and

staff, as well as guests (i.e. CRC partners) in fall 2013.

Writing Contests and creative showcase: The team is seeking to find potential sources

for prizes to be offered to the winners of writing contests and the related creative

showcase being planned for the spring.

Ms. Hayes has connected with Ms. Jenny Spiker of the CRC to introduce the Freshman

Writing Initiatives and to explore opportunities for collaboration. As a result, the team

is in conversation about starting a freshman-focused CRC task force.


Russell—attended and presented at the National Institute on the Teaching of

Psychology; CIC DQP Consortium meeting

Massenburg-- Attended the Future of Minority Studies Colloquium hosted by Spellman

College as part of the Future of Minority Studies Research Project organized by a

consortium of scholars and academic institutions; the UNCF/Mellon Conference in

Atlanta hosted by Spellman College.; SAU Spring Colloquium

Writing Center Executive Summary

Overview

The Writing Center is continuing to carry out its mission of supporting student writers in their

growth and development. The Fall 2012 semester presented a number of growth opportunities

and the Writing Center was able to meet each challenge head on while providing valuable

support to the campus community.

Overall Statistics

In the Fall semester of 2012 the Writing Center reserved 311 appointments for students, 257 of

which were competed (57 appointments were marked as “no-shows”). Approximately 75% of

our clients were a one-time visitor, which also means that 25% of our clients were repeat

visitors. These statistics are quite impressive, given that the Writing Center opened later than

scheduled for the semester.

It is also noteworthy, that our usage statistics continue to support our operating schedule, as

students are finding available appointments throughout the day, according to the fairly even

distribution of appointment times. We also noted that Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday are

our highest usage days of the week, which may reveal important information that can be used

in future program planning, particularly as the Writing Center’s outreach efforts continue to

grow. This usage data continues to be used formatively in adjustments to the Writing Center’s

operations.

Writing Center Staff Training and Development

Another cohort of Peer Writing Consultants have completed the requisite training program in

the Writing Center. The consultant class of 2012 completed their training program during the

Fall 2012 semester and are currently working toward their training project, which will

culminate with their participation in Undergraduate Research Day 2013. The consultants have

chosen to extend the topic of their last round-table proposal, which focused on client

engagement in the consultation by designing a project which aims to measure student attitudes

toward writing in general. While all consultants will play a role in the research project,

consultants in training will take the lead on the preparation efforts as we approach participation

in April 2013.

With a strong group of trained consultants, who have 1-2 years remaining in their SAU Writing

Center careers, the Writing Center team has begun efforts to emphasize ongoing professional

development. We aim to take advantage of opportunities to expose selected consultants to

writing center theory, practice, research and pedagogy. Ultimately, our goal is to offer a work

experience that prepares this cohort of consultants to lead younger classes of consultants and

also benefit from the professional experiences in their chosen future endeavors.

Student Programming

The Writing Center, with the support of the Freshman Writing Initiative, continues to offer

specialized support to Freshman Students. Program such as the Freshman Writing Lounge and

the Writer’s Block offer freshmen opportunities to get special attention from the Writing Center

team through extended hours and innovative workshop experiences (respectively).

In an effort to continue support to upper level courses in a programmatic way, Writing Center

administration engaged in a planning period to formalize many of the support resource that are

currently being offered to faculty. In this effort the Writing Rich Course Support Program was

conceptualized to include the following components:

· Two (2) classroom visits

· 2 Workshop presentations

· Assignment sheet review and feedback

· Grading Support

· Specialized Consultation Options for students in the course

This program is being piloted this semester with two course participants and has potential to be

an exciting addition to the Writing Center’s program offerings. Though it is structured as

collaboration with faculty, we expect its emphasis on clear and constant communication about

assignments to benefit students who visit the Writing Center from these courses.

Faculty Support Initiatives

This program noted above is part of a larger effort to develop Faculty Support Initiatives via the

Writing Center. To date, these initiatives include:

Writing Center Office Hours

Faculty Writing Group

Writing Center Open House and visits

Additionally, many of the resources being generated through the LIS 150 course preparation

project have the potential to be extended to the campus community so that other instructors of

writing intensive courses can benefit from additional guidance.

HONORS COLLEGE

Overview/Mission

New Mission Statement: The mission of the Honors College is to attract, recruit and retain high

achieving, dedicated, and highly motivated students by providing enriching educational

opportunities experiences through an interdisciplinary curriculum that focuses on intellectual

inquiry, student engagement, leadership and global awareness.


Study Abroad Activities:

Princess Goodridge was accepted into SIT World Learning through the Field Studies

and New Journalism program in Morocco.

Ernest Fleming was accepted into the Council on International Educational Exchange

through American University in Sharjah and is studying in the United Arab Emirates

this spring

HBCU Lobby Day

Tuesday, February 19th, students from historic black colleges and universities across the state

met at the General Assembly to meet with lawmakers and advocate for college affordability.

Four Saint Augustine's Honors Students participated in the program:

Ernest Fleming

Zechariah Jackson

Anthony Ross

Aliar Williams

Students joined delegates from four other HBCUs at the third annual HBCU Lobby Day to ask

the General Assembly for more funding for North Carolina’s 10 black colleges.

Students met with Sen. Floyd McKissick (D-Durham ) and Rep. Mickey Michaux (D-Durham) to

express concerns about funding

Community Service:

Honors Students performed 1,070 hours of service to the community. Projects ranged from

assisting the local food bank to spending the day at Ronald McDonald House.

Scholarships:

Chanel Fuller Golden Leaf Foundation

Princess Goodridge Coca-Cola First Generation College Scholarship

Princess Goodridge Fox News Network

Jacquez Griffin Chicago Public Schools Scholarship

Maddie Jackson Oracle

Kharea Roseboro NC Legislative Black Caucus

Anthony Ross Malcolm X Scholarship

Jasmin Ruiz Sara Lee Foundation Scholarship

Accounting major and Honors Student, Rodneisha Clark was selected from a national pool

of candidates to attend the Leadership Excellence in the Accounting Profession (LEAP) Program

taking place February 8-10, 2013. This program is being hosted by the McIntire School of

Commerce at the University of Virginia.

During this conference, Rodneisha, and other accounting scholars will enhance their career

development skills, improve their leadership skills, and learn about graduate school

opportunities. Beyond the conference, they will continue to receive one-on-one mentoring from

accounting professionals employed by the "Big Four" international accounting firms (i.e.,

Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, and PricewaterhouseCoopers). This network may lead to

internship offers, graduate school fellowships, and full-time employment in audit or tax after

earning their graduate degrees.

Rodneisha Clark


Interim Director, Valerie Evans let a student-run Financial Literacy event for 400 First Year

Experience Students on November 8, 2012. Freshmen students used the Emery Gymnasium in a

live-action game of “Life” learning the importance of planning, budgeting, and wise spending

decisions.

Hosted a Toastmasters event as a precursor to starting a campus-based Toastmasters club for

students, faculty and staff. Students learned from a member of Toastmasters International what

the purpose of the organization is and how the Toastmaster format makes members stronger

public speakers.


Academic Bowl, led by Brandi Geary, prepares students for competition in such contests as

Honda Campus All Star Challenge (HCASC), National Academic Quiz Tournament (NAQT)

and National African American Association of Honors Program (NAAAHP). Students are

instructed (and tested) in various subjects such as history, math, science, geography, sports,

current events, humanities, etc.. In Preparing for the HCASC the team conducted a Power

Search Day involving over 200 students. The Academic Bowl students are: Antwoine Coleman,

Dale-Ajee’ Alexander, Kayla Cohen, Alexis Alfred, Donveyea’ Watson, Warel Smith, Maya

Presson, Michelle Bundy, Daria Banks, Ann-Marie, Shaia Scott, Eric Swan, Jaquice Oates-

Bethea.

Led by Prof. Mary Scott, six students participated in Saint Augustine’s first American Collegiate

Moot Court Association Regional Tournament at Liberty University in Lynchberg Virginia. The

Saint Augustine’s Honors Student team gave a strong showing in their first tournament

competing against 40 other Moot Court teams from the region. Participating were: Jasmine

Cobbs, Brittany Cottrell, K'shjuan Davis, Justin Miller, Naya Patterson, Darnella Reeder

Jasmine Cobbs Naya Patterson