Response to Arbitration Decision
July 22, 2024
Dear Saint Augustine鈥檚 University Community,
It is with a sense of unity and shared purpose that I bring you this message of triumph and resilience. In a unanimous decision, the arbitration committee has overturned the unjust ruling of The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), reinstating 探花精选鈥檚 membership with the sanction of Probation for Cause until December 2024.
This monumental decision allows 探花精选 to address its challenges and continue to carry out its mission and unwavering commitment to academic excellence. This decision is a testament to the shared belief in the value of Saint Augustine鈥檚 University and the importance of allowing us to continue this legacy.
The arbitration committee鈥檚 decision not only corrects the injustice inflicted upon us but also provides a path forward for 探花精选 to demonstrate compliance with the Principles of Accreditation by December 2024. Armed with renewed purpose and determination, we stand ready to meet this challenge head-on.
Let us dispel any lingering doubts or misinformation about our university鈥檚 future. 探花精选 will open its doors for the Fall semester as planned, reaffirming our tireless commitment to our students and the community we serve. We refuse to be defined by our challenges but rather by how we rise above them.
I extend my deepest gratitude to our board of trustees, faculty and staff, students, alumni, and all who stood by us during these trying times. Your relentless support has been a beacon of hope in our darkest hours. We will rebuild, thrive, and emerge more vital than ever.
As we look to the future with renewed confidence, let us remain united in our mission to uphold the legacy of Saint Augustine鈥檚 University. Our journey continues, and we are optimistic about the bright future.
With Falcon Pride,
Dr. Marcus H. Burgess, Interim President
Saint Augustine鈥檚 University
