UNC Pembroke News

English and Art students who participated in an Intergenerational Portrait Memoir Project
March 27

Portraits and Prose: UNCP Students Honor Lumbee Elders Through Art and Storytelling

Bridging generations through storytelling and art, a group of English and art students at UNC Pembroke joined forces to capture the lives of senior members of the Lumbee community in a unique intergenerational project.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story poster
March 27

Internationally Acclaimed ‘The Simon & Garfunkel Story’ Brings Timeless Hits to GPAC

Nostalgia-inducing unforgettable hits! The internationally acclaimed hit show “The Simon & Garfunkel Story” is bringing its national tour to the Givens Performing Arts Center on the campus of UNC Pembroke.

Students Nate Carter, Destiny Locklear, Ven Chavan, Bryan Ramirez-Jackson, Charnese Thompson, Galilea Ruiz-Villagomez, Laila Watson, Tori Belle and Beibhinn Redecker
March 21

A Life-Changing Journey of Service Transforms UNC Pembroke Students

After spending a week in the heart of Chicago’s inner city, UNC Pembroke freshman Nate Carter returned to campus with a new perspective and a renewed passion for helping others.

Fractal art with the word
March 11

UNC Pembroke Hosts Spring 2025 Senior Capstone Exhibition: Reflections

The A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke is showcasing the highly anticipated Spring 2025 Senior Capstone Exhibition, Reflections, from April 1 to April 25. The exhibition features the creative talents of senior art students, with a reception scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Locklear Hall.

Presentation at the Women's Empowerment Summit
March 10

Annual Women’s Empowerment Summit Returns

UNC Pembroke is excited to host its annual Women’s Empowerment Summit, an inspiring event dedicated to fostering leadership, resilience and success among women across various fields.

Speaker at Founders' Day observance
March 07

Honoring Legacy: UNCP Marks 138th Founders’ Day

UNC Pembroke is celebrating 138 years of excellence as the university marks its annual Founders’ Day observance. The day serves as a tribute to the seven visionaries who established the institution in 1887, laying the groundwork for what has become a thriving university dedicated to education, empowerment and community impact.

Erica Little and Panelists Dr. Ronnie Bell and Dr. Jada Brooks
March 05

Community Health & Wellness Symposium Addresses Critical Health Issues

For Chyna Hammonds, a graduate student in social work at UNC Pembroke, the Community Health & Wellness Symposium wasn’t just another academic event — it was a revelation.

Painting, The Wall
February 11

A.D. Gallery showcases 14th annual International Juried Exhibition

The A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke proudly presents Pendulum, the 14th annual International Juried Exhibition, which will be on display from February 12 to March 8.