Dr. Walter Augustine coached our NCAA Division II Athletics staff in multiple seminars related to cultural competence and humility, intercultural communication, and engaging in inclusive and empathic dialogue for the good of our staff and student-athletes. He is winsome, engaging, and able to relate to a broad audience. He is gifted in imparting his academic expertise into experientially wise and pragmatically insightful ways so that his impact in a large group setting is high. I strongly recommend him as a coach given his ability to offer kindness in the midst of challenging discussions and meet people where they are in a journey of growth in understanding who we are and how to build bridges in listening and caring for those around us in tangible ways.

I have known and worked with Dr. Walter Augustine for over 10 years. As a former pastor and current diversity expert at our university, Walter has a deep-seated passion for issues of racial justice, as well as patient wisdom in coming alongside others as they consider these issues. He regularly leads educational university events focused on the understanding of historical and sociological factors that apply to a Christ-centered social justice mindset, and also practical applications for biblically grounded living within diverse communities. Dr. Augustine also leads a fellowship and mentorship program at our university for men of African and African American descent. Having lived in several diverse urban centers in the U.S., as well as with experience in an international context, Dr. Augustine brings his personal experience, keen academic knowledge, and a relatable, humble heart to bear in these important conversations that have a profound significance for followers of Christ.