Dean of Optometric Medicine Honored with National Award
Dr. Rich Castillo, founding dean of the College of Optometric Medicine at UNC Pembroke, has been honored with the Heart of America Eye Care Congress’ (HOAECC) 2025 Vision Service Award for his outstanding dedication and service to the field of optometry.
A Legacy in the Lecture Hall: Dr. Richard Vela’s 53 Years of Impact at UNCP
For more than five decades, the sound of Dr. Richard Vela’s voice has echoed through the classrooms of UNC Pembroke, guiding students through the depths of literature, theatre and film. His presence wasn’t just about lectures — it was about igniting curiosity, challenging perspectives and shaping futures.
Honoring Dedication: UNCP Recognizes 105 Employees for Years of Service
For more than three decades, Gale Sampson has played a vital role in shaping the student experience at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke. In her role as a research operations manager in the Department of Biology, she has coordinated lab supplies, ensured safety compliance and cultivated a learning environment that has helped countless students thrive.
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,
UNCP announces Chancellor’s, Honors list for Spring 2025
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has released the Chancellor's and Honors lists for Fall 2024.
Breaking Barriers and Building Futures: The Graduates Who Shine Bright at UNCP
Trenton Brown graduated from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke with more than a biology degree — much more. Brown added three pages to his resume from his UNCP experience alone.
Anna Grossheim among Top 9 finalists for NCAA Woman of the Year
Anna Grossheim is a generational talent. Her remarkable athletic skills on the pitch and her success in the classroom at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke are unmatched. A seven-time All-American, both as a soccer player and a scholar, Grossheim will graduate as the most decorated player in program history.
Alpha Chi Honor Society welcomes new members
Eighty-seven juniors, seniors and graduate students who rank in the top 10 % of their class at UNC Pembroke recently joined the Kappa Chapter of Alpha Chi National College Honor Society.
UNCP awarded $950,000 Mellon Foundation grant to support undergraduate research
Jessica Muñiz never imagined her future would include doctoral-level research at one of the nation’s leading research institutions.
Alumnae selected as Presidential Scholar
Aspen Andersson, who graduated this spring from UNC Pembroke, has been selected as a Presidential Scholar for the UNC System for the 2024-25 academic year.