UNC Pembroke News

Taylor Harris
October 27 Mark Locklear

Double Duty: Taylor Harris Excels as a Two-Sport Athlete

While his baseball teammates grab their bats and gloves and head to practice, Taylor Harris is lacing up cleats and strapping on his football helmet — the life of a rare two-sport athlete.

UNC Pembroke alumnus and technology leader John Kozlowski returned to campus this week to deliver a lecture, “Ethical Research in the Age of AI,” exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping research practices while underscoring the importance of ethical responsibility.
October 03 Mark Locklear

UNCP Alumnus Examines Responsibility in Artificial Intelligence Research

UNC Pembroke alumnus and technology leader John Kozlowski returned to campus this week to deliver a lecture, “Ethical Research in the Age of AI,” exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping research practices while underscoring the importance of ethical responsibility.

Woman 3D printing
October 03 Mark Locklear

UNCP to Showcase Cutting-Edge 3D Printing at SAMI Expo

UNC Pembroke will host the Southeastern Additive Manufacturing Initiative (SAMI) Expo on Friday, October 10, from noon to 5 p.m. at James A. Thomas Hall.

Alumnus Newy Scruggs offers advice to students during a keynote talk on September 2, 2025
September 08 Mark Locklear

Alumnus Newy Scruggs Returns to Share Lessons on Success, Resilience, Giving Back

When Emmy Award-winning sportscaster Newy Scruggs stepped back onto the campus of UNC Pembroke on Tuesday, it wasn’t just a homecoming — it was a chance to pour into the next generation.

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August 29

UNCP Hosts Emmy Award-Winning Alumnus Newy Scruggs

UNC Pembroke alumnus Newy Scruggs,’94, is returning to his alma mater to inspire the next generation of leaders, sharing how his experiences at UNCP helped launch a broadcasting career that has earned him 18 Emmy Awards and national recognition.

Dr. W. Stewart Thomas, Dean of the Thomas College of Business and Economics
June 27

Dr. W. Stewart Thomas appointed Dean of the Thomas College of Business and Economics

Dr. W. Stewart Thomas has been named dean of the Thomas College of Business and Economics (TCOBE) at UNC Pembroke. A veteran administrator and faculty member, Dr. Thomas has been a cornerstone of the business program since 2001 and brings a wealth of experience, vision and community connection to the role.

UNCP's business program is ranked No. 79 on US News & World Report's 2025 Best Online Programs list
January 22

UNCP’s Business Program Recognized Among 2025 Best Online Programs

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s undergraduate business program has been ranked among the country’s best online degree completion programs by U.S. News & World Report. The program earned the No. 79 spot on the 2025 Best Online Programs list,

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November 27

Thomas College of Business & Economics celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week

Michael Robinson was exposed to the world of entrepreneurship from a young age. Robinson's parents own a Crown Trophy franchise, and his brother operates a wine and beer lounge in Winston-Salem. Robinson knew he wanted to own his own business. Still, it wasn’t until he became a student at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke that he discovered his self-assurance.

Gloriest Lubamba in front of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond building with friends
November 04

Internship leads UNCP business student to lucrative job with Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

For Gloriest Lubamba, a senior business student at UNC Pembroke, an internship with the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond was more than just a summer gig — it was the first step toward a dream career.

Students in the Thomas College of Business & Economics at UNCP recently toured the Federal Reserve Bank in Charlotte.
April 19

Business students gain valuable insight with tours of Federal Reserve Bank, Bank of America headquarters

Sarai Lopez is learning about monetary policy and its impact in her economics class at UNC Pembroke.