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Carolina University announces death of President Charles Petitt

Winston-Salem-based Christian college Carolina University has announced the loss of its president.

Charles Petitt passed away Wednesday.

Petitt led the school for more than two decades, presiding over its transition from Piedmont International University to Carolina University in 2020. 

During his tenure, the student population grew from around 200 to over 900. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.

The university has not announced a timeline for naming his successor.

April Laissle is a reporter and WFDD's host of All Things Considered. Her work has been featured on several national news programs and recognized by the Public Media Journalists Association and the Radio Television Digital News Association. Before joining WFDD in 2019, she worked at public radio stations in Ohio and California.

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