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Dr. Eva Skuka

Dr. Eva Skuka appointed dean of College of Health Sciences at UNCP

May 26, 2022
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Dr. Eva Skuka, a renowned scholar with a unique academic background and experience as a medical doctor, has been appointed dean of the College of Health Sciences at UNC Pembroke.

Dr. Mohamed Djerdjouri

UNCP names Dr. Mohamed Djerdjouri dean of the Thomas School of Business

May 26, 2022
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Dr. Mohamed Djerdjouri, a highly successful academic leader with more than three decades of experience in higher education, has been appointed dean of the Thomas School of Business at UNC Pembroke.

UNCP announces Chancellor’s, Honors list for Spring 2022

May 25, 2022
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PEMBROKE, NC – The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has released the Chancellor’s List and Honors List for Spring 2022.

Chancellor’s List

Maria Santisteban, a professor of biology at UNC Pembroke, served as a judge at the 2022 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Atlanta, Georgia, held May 8-13.

UNCP professor serves as judge at Regeneron International Science Fair

May 20, 2022
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Maria Santisteban, a professor of biology at UNC Pembroke, served as a judge at the 2022 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Atlanta, Georgia, held May 8-13.

UNCP to host aerospace summer camp

May 19, 2022
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The Office for Regional Initiatives at UNC Pembroke will be hosting a fun-filled aerospace camp for rising fifth- through eighth-graders this summer.

Mia Baxley

UNCP alumna selected for summer internship in Sarajevo

May 18, 2022
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UNC Pembroke alumna Mia Baxley is making the most of our international relations degree.

A new 3D printing program will be offered this summer

UNCP to launch new 3D printing summer program

May 18, 2022
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The Office for Regional Initiatives at UNC Pembroke is launching a new 3D printing program this summer.

Sabrina Doan

UNCP alumna lands fellowship with Pocosin Arts School

May 18, 2022
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 Sabrina Doan, a spring 2022 graduate of UNC Pembroke, has been awarded a fellowship this summer at Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft in Columbia, North Carolina.

Dr. Jamie Litty and Nathan Phillippi have been recognized for an episode of their video series ‘Finding Culture: A Cultural Geography of Scotland County” in the annual Communicator Awards competition of the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts

UNCP faculty earn commendations in 2022 Communicator Awards

May 16, 2022
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UNC Pembroke professors Dr. Jamie Litty and Nathan Phillippi have been recognized for an episode of their video series "Finding Culture: A Cultural Geography of Scotland County” in the annual Communicator Awards competition of the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts.

Chenoa Chavis receives her diploma from Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings on Saturday, May 14, 2022. Chavis was among 1,077 graduates to cross the stage at Spring Commencement

UNCP awards 1,077 degrees during Spring Commencement

May 14, 2022
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Allyson Chavis has known since she was eight that she wanted to be a veterinarian after watching her great grandmother nurse an injured bird back to health.

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Graduate student overcomes unbelievable odds to degree

May 13, 2022
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Darius Whitted’s story is one of perseverance, courage, inspiration and pure grit.

He beat the odds—twice—on his journey to earning two degrees at UNC Pembroke.

Jacob Worriax (seated with hat) surrounded by his parents UNCP alumni James and Jessica Worriax and several family members

UNCP's Hok Nosai rallies behind alumni's family

May 11, 2022
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What began as a nagging cough four months ago turned into devastating news for UNC Pembroke alumni James and Jessica Worriax and their 16-year-old son, Jacob.

Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings presents Dr. Stewart Thomas with the 2022 Board of Governors Excellence in Teaching Award

UNCP faculty recognized during annual Appreciation Banquet

May 9, 2022
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UNC Pembroke faculty were honored for their dedication to the university at a Faculty Appreciation Banquet last week.

The ceremony and dinner were held at the University Center Annex on May 5.

Maddie Schwenneker, left, with her brother Mason Schwenneker

Brother, sister making an impact on residence life at UNCP

May 6, 2022
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Maddie and Mason Schwenneker are getting the rare opportunity of experiencing college life at UNC Pembroke together.

Mace Velarde, Bryan Martinez, Caleb Locklear (co-captain), Sydney Allen, Alex Velarde (captain), Micah Ferguson, Benjamin Savage

UNCP places third in First Nations national rocket competition

May 5, 2022
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UNC Pembroke placed third in the Mars Challenge at the 13th annual First Nations Launch National Rocket Competition in Wisconsin April on 22-24 in Wisconsin.

DeWhitt Locklear

UNCP's DeWhitt Locklear earns prestigious Presser Scholar Award

May 4, 2022
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The UNC Pembroke Department of Music hosted its 20th annual Honors Recital on Tuesday, in Moore Hall Auditorium, featuring student performances, award presentations and a tribute to a retiring faculty member.

Taliyah Daniels, De’maurion Shelley, Jacob Alvarez, and Yamil Hernandez-Sanchez

UNC Pembroke's SGA earn Delegation of the Year

May 4, 2022
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UNC Pembroke is fulfilling its mission of fostering, promoting and cultivating student leadership. The UNC System recently recognized those concerted efforts as UNCP was awarded Delegation of the Year accolades at the UNC System Association of Student Governments meeting.

Career Fair to be held at UNC Pembroke

May 4, 2022
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Recent college graduates, UNC Pembroke alumni, or anyone interested in a career change is invited to explore the career opportunities at UNCP during a Career Fair on May 11.

Service Awards

UNCP faculty and staff recognized for years of service

May 3, 2022
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For nearly 40 years, UNC Pembroke has been a second home for Donna Strickland.

H​ilda Pinnix-Ragland

Business executive Hilda Pinnix-Ragland to deliver UNCP commencement address

April 28, 2022
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H​ilda Pinnix-Ragland, a senior Fortune 500 business executive and philanthropist, will serve as keynote speaker at spring commencement at UNC Pembroke.

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