Br. Augustine was born in Brooklyn, New York. He lived in Queens and Vineland, NJ during his childhood. Before coming to Manhattan in 2004, Br. Augustine served as associate dean at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota (2001-04) where he also taught education courses. Prior to that, he was principal at St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute in Buffalo, NY (1999-2001) and associate principal for student affairs at Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft, NJ (1996-99). He also served as director of guidance at CBA Lincroft from 1994-96. From 1992-94, Br. Augustine served as campus minister and teacher at Seton-La Salle High School and director of counseling services at St. John’s College High School in Washington, D.C. (1988-91). From 1984-88, he was involved in food sales and marketing in the Philadelphia area. Br. Augustine has also taught at many New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania high schools throughout his career. He was awarded the Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award at Seton- Lasalle High School in 1993 and a Top Educator Award from the University of Pittsburgh.