Save the Date: Braves Kickoff 
August 6-8, 2025 
 

Main Braves Kickoff Event (Mandatory)

Braves Kickoff is held annually on the UNCP campus to celebrate the university's accomplishments, promote a culture of professional development and mission-centered work, cultivate transparency and effective communication and foster a sense of belonging for all university employees. 

This year's all-employee event will be held:

Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025
Givens Performing Arts Center

This event is mandatory for all employees.  

Lunch will be served at noon in both the U.C. Annex and the Student Center. 

Additional mandatory training, workshops and divisional/departmental meetings will be scheduled during the Aug. 6-8, 2025 timeframe. More information will be released at a later date.