UNC Pembroke News

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December 05

UNCP Partners with Regional First Responders to Provide Rare Hands-On Training Opportunities

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP) is further cementing its role as an integral community partner by hosting a series of rare, hands-on training exercises for regional first responders, including volunteer fire departments from Robeson, Cumberland and Sampson counties, as well as local and state law enforcement officials including the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI).

Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings, Nancy Chavis and Johnny Robertson are pictured with a writing desk
November 21

Pre-Civil War desk belonging to Hamilton McMillan gifted to UNCP

An antique 18th-century wooden writing desk that once belonged to state Rep. Hamilton McMillan will soon be on display at the Museum of the Southeast American Indian on the campus of the institution he helped establish in 1887.

Kamren Lewis, left, Shelby Newsome at the New Professionals Institute’s (NPI) development training conference on the University of South Carolina campus
July 15

UNCP alumni Newsome, Lewis come full circle as student affairs professionals

UNC Pembroke’s Shelby Newsome ‘13, ’22 and Kamren Lewis ‘22 recently returned from the New Professionals Institute’s (NPI) development training conference for new student affairs professionals with a renewed sense of purpose.

Kelci Adams (left) and Bradlee Haskell entertain a youth
June 19

UNCP student-athletes giving back to the local community

Drenched in sweat, Jayden Custer and Christian Grimsley sprinted up and down the Jones Center gym floor, perfecting defensive drills they have been practicing all week at a youth basketball camp at UNC Pembroke.

UNCP students show off art to Scotland County seniors
May 17

UNCP Students Tell the Stories of Scotland Seniors With Art, Writing

Fourteen students within two departments at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke received more than a grade following a collaborative assignment; they received lessons in life that transcended through generations.

UNCP junior Harry Lamichhane tests a DS Drone Defender during the U.S. Department of State career showcase on February 26
February 29

U.S. Department of State brings unique career showcase to UNCP

A pre-law student at UNC Pembroke, Allison Jones dreamed of attending law school after graduation. However, after attending a U.S. Department of State career showcase on campus, Jones is considering the diplomatic workforce and embarking on a career as a security service leader.

Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings, left, Mike Metcalf, Tim Locklair, President Sandy Stewart, DJ Farmer and Jess Boersma
February 01

UNCP, Sandhills Community College, Moore County schools look to expand academic partnerships

Senior leadership from Sandhills Community College (SCC) and Moore County schools explored ways to build on existing academic partnerships with UNC Pembroke during a campus visit on Wednesday.

Town of Pembroke leaders breaking ground
January 12

UNCP celebrates Pembroke’s downtown revitalization project

Local, state and federal officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on January 10 to kick off a $14 million downtown revitalization streetscape project in Pembroke, enhancing connectivity between UNC Pembroke and the Lumbee Tribe’s headquarters.

Magally Ortiz-Rojas
November 13

UNCP’s Magally Ortiz-Rojas receives Community Impact Student Award

UNC Pembroke junior Magally Ortiz-Rojas is the recipient of the 2023 Community Impact Award by NC Campus Engagement for her commitment and contribution to civic and community engagement.

Conservation Biology students and TNC staff member Sarah Hecocks (first row, wearing a hat)
November 09

Conservation students join Nature Conservancy in collecting wiregrass seed

Students experienced hands-on learning when they assisted The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in collecting wiregrass seeds in Calloway Community Nature Park.