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Jessica F. Simmons

Saint Augustine’s students consider options as university battles financial, academic troubles

Many students at Saint Augustine’s University in Raleigh are confused and disappointed as the school struggles to survive.

SAU lost its accreditation last month and suspended in-person learning, prompting thousands of students to pack their bags and return home. The once lively Historically Black College and University has now dwindled to a mere shadow of its former self.

Jessica Simmons and Amina Accram report.

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