UNC Pembroke News

UNCP students in the trading room at the Thomas College of Business
February 14

Thomas School of Business earns AACSB accreditation extension

The Thomas School of Business at UNC Pembroke has been granted an extension of accreditation of its undergraduate and graduate programs — a distinction obtained by less than 6% of business schools worldwide.

UNCP Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings (left) and Dr. Oussama Ammar, dean of programs at Montpellier Business School, establish an academic partnership during a MOU signing event at UNC Pembroke.
May 24

UNCP signs MOU with France’s Montpellier Business School

UNC Pembroke is expanding its global reach with the recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Montpellier Business School — among the top French business schools in Europe. The partnership provides the framework for future academic collaborations, including joint curricular programs, collaborative research student and faculty exchange opportunities.

Gretchen Gillenwater at the National Weather Center
April 27

UNCP undergraduate student wins NC Academy of Science research award

Gretchen Gillenwater received the John Bowley Derleux Research Award during the 119th North Carolina Academy of Science meeting held April 14-15. The event was held on the campus of East Carolina University.

Aspen Andersson and Timothy Moore
March 07

UNCP students present at IMPACT national conference

UNC Pembroke student leaders Timothy Moore and Aspen Andersson were among the presenters at the 2023 IMPACT Conference held at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst February 23-26. Their presentation focused on incorporating a student engagement model within the service-learning curriculum, which helps shape UNCP faculty and staff into service-learning catalysts.

Front row - Maria Lazaro (left), Shelby Perry, Isabel Olivares, LaDeja Lotharp Back Row (left) Kiarra Payton, Jessica Fleming, Samuel Bowen, Bailey Miller (advisor)
October 07

UNCP student leaders recognized at national conference

UNC Pembroke seniors Samuel Bowen and Kiarra Payton earned the Outstanding Educational Session Award during the National Association of Campus Activities (NACA) South Regional Conference. The event was held in Atlanta, Ga., from September 29 to October 1.

May 26

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

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. Djerdjouri currently serves as dean of the Johnson College of Business and Economics at the University of South Carolina-Upstate. Provost Marsha Pollard made the announcement following a competitive national search. The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to accept the recommendation of the search committee.

From left: Sen. Pro Tempore Phi Berger, Sally Thomas, Jim Thomas, Gov. Roy Cooper, Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings, First Lady Rebecca Cummings and House Speaker Tim Moore
April 28

UNCP celebrates opening of James A. Thomas Hall

Under a beautiful blue sky, nearly 400 guests, including dozens of local and state officials, celebrated the opening of the James A. Thomas Hall––a state-of-the-art facility where UNC Pembroke is preparing future business leaders of our region. The new building––home to the Thomas School of Business––will drive the university’s efforts to continue building an educated workforce in southeastern North Carolina.

Ribbon Cutting to be held Wednesday, April 27, 2022
April 21

Ribbon-cutting ceremony set for James A. Thomas Hall at UNCP

UNC Pembroke will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly opened James A. Thomas Hall at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Governor Roy Cooper will be among hundreds of invitees attending the ceremony in front of the state-of-the-art, $38 million facility and home of the Thomas School of Business. Other guest speakers include North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger.

Dr. Stewart Thomas posing for picture sitting on the edge of a chair
April 14

UNCP’s Stewart Thomas wins BOG Excellence in Teaching Award

Joe Williams acquired the skills at UNC Pembroke he needed to become a pharmacist and a multi-business owner. However, the self-confidence he gained after forming what would eventually become a lifelong bond with his business professor, Dr. Stewart Thomas, led him on the path to success. Williams went on to earn a pharmacy degree and today owns three pharmacies, two businesses, a property management company and a consulting firm.

Ed Hunt and others standing and posing in front of a backdrop after receiving an award
March 23

UNCP's Ed Hunt receives statewide agriculture award

Since joining the Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub at UNC Pembroke in 2018, Ed Hunt has been dedicated to fostering partnerships with the agricultural and business communities. Hunt is credited with developing agriculture businesses and jobs related to agriculture and providing a much-needed boost in the local economy. Hunt's dedication and commitment were recognized on the state level as he was presented the Excellence in Regional Collaboration Award during the North Carolina Rural Center's 2022 Rural Summit. The event was held at the North Raleigh Hilton on Tuesday.