里士满, VA -上周末, Saint Augustine’s University (分) was the center of a significant event, 分一天, 在圣. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Richmond, VA. 这个事件, marked by a strong sense of solidarity and 慷慨, underscored the community’s uncompromising support for 分 in the face of financial and accreditation challenges and sensationalized media coverage. It was a powerful testament to 分’s resilience and commitment to its mission of academic excellence.

“It’s great that churches far and near come to the rescue of Saint Augustine’s University. What’s currently happening is communities have said, not on my watch. I think about the spirit of bishop Delany in Saint Augustine’s Chapel, 由学生建造, 教师, and staff getting rocks from a rock quarry. We’re doing the same thing again,” said 分 Interim President Dr. 马库斯H. 伯吉斯 during the church’s livestream. “We will build this institution back brick by brick, 一块一块地, 人与人之间, 学生对学生, 逐个学院, 员工分类. And in such a way that we will still stand when the tumultuous winds blow.”

Ubuntu的主题, an African philosophy emphasizing interconnectedness and collective identity, resonated powerfully throughout the event, echoing the sentiment that “I am because of who we all are.” This philosophy underscores the unity that binds the 分 family, a community built on shared values and a common purpose. This enduring spirit of collaboration and support makes 分 truly special.

“There is a Japanese art called kintsugi. Kintsugi is a repair technique in which ceramic pieces are put back together to form a new whole, and the scars are then covered with real gold. Behind this idea is that all things are unique, and breakage is not the end. 这是分. Let’s make sure that this institution does not fall by the wayside and that these students continue to be able to grow and be fed,牧师说。. 玛琳·E. Forrest, Rector of St. Philips Episcopal Church, during the church’s livestream. “This is Ubuntu, everybody’s interconnectedness. Everything affects everybody because we’re all connected. This church believes in community engagement. And we don’t mean just our community right here. We mean our wider community. Everyone is our neighbor, so we want to do our part.”

One of the most impactful moments of the day was the generous $7,000 contribution from St. Philip’s Episcopal Church. This substantial donation, a testament to their unwavering support for 分’s mission and vision, will directly contribute to 分’s growth and success, making a tangible difference

in the lives of our students. The Richmond Petersburg 校友 Chapter further exemplified their dedication by providing a nourishing meal for the students, fostering a sense of care and community.

“It was an honor and a privilege for the Richmond Petersburg alumni chapter to host 分一天 in Richmond in partnership with St. Philip’s Episcopal Church,” said Annette McFarland, Richmond Petersburg 校友 Chapter President. “We were so proud to raise money in any way that we could to assist in any way we can to help our beloved alma mater, Saint Augustine’s University. As we stand with 分 and under Dr. 伯吉斯’ leadership, I believe that it’s important for everybody to please trust the process now.”

President Linwood Brockett of the Washington DC Metropolitan 校友 Chapter demonstrated the alumni’s unwavering support by presenting a substantial donation of $15,000. This significant contribution, raised at the William Jefferson Jackson Annual Honors Award luncheon, is a testament to the alumni’s steadfast commitment to supporting 分’s growth and success.

“It was a great day indeed,” said Linwood Brockett, President of the Washington DC Metropolitan 校友 Chapter, 在Facebook上发帖. “Everything is working together for our beloved 分!”

The support extended to 分 during 分一天 serves as a beacon of hope and resilience, dispelling doubts and showcasing the unwavering dedication of the Falcon community. 通过统一, 慷慨, 共同的价值观, 分 continues to thrive and empower its students to achieve greatness in the face of challenges.

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