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Mass Communication instructor Cousins receives award

February 7, 2020
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Mass Communication instructor Cle Cousins recently earned first place for her paper, A History of Stereotyping in the Black Sitcom.  The paper examines comedic stereotyping in shows ranging from the first black sitcom, Amos ‘n Andy, to current day

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Professor Jose D’Arruda named American Association of Physics Teachers Fellow

January 31, 2020
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Professor Jose D’Arruda has been named an American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) Fellow for making exceptional contributions to enhancing the understanding and appreciation of physics through teaching.

UNCP awarded three-year, $950,000 grant from Mellon Foundation

January 31, 2020
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Underrepresented minorities hold only 10 percent of faculty positions in colleges and universities across the U.S., according to recent reports. But a new program at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke seeks to increase that number.

UNCP faculty showcase innovation, excellence in teaching during Celebration of Teaching and Learning event

January 31, 2020
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UNCP faculty will showcase high-impact innovations in teaching and learning during the Teaching & Learning Center’s second annual Celebration of Teaching & Learning, Feb. 17 to 21.

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Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green to read at UNCP

January 23, 2020
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Since being named N.C. Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green has been touring the state sharing her literary works on college campuses and with community groups.

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Junior Evelina Wheeler named CEL's Student of the Month

January 17, 2020
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Evelina Wheeler has been named Campus Engagement and Leadership's Student of the Month for January.



UNCP plans events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

January 17, 2020
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UNC Pembroke will host a week-long series of events, service and educational opportunities for the BraveNation community to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

UNCP releases Chancellor's and Honors List for Fall 2019

January 16, 2020
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The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has released the Chancellor’s list and Honors list for Fall 2019.

Chancellor’s List

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Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynthia Marshall next guest for Distinguished Speaker Series

January 7, 2020
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Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynthia Marshall will be the next featured guest in the Distinguished Speaker Series.

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Tony Award-winning musical Bandstand coming to GPAC

January 7, 2020
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Givens Performing Arts Center presents the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, Bandstand, on the campus of UNC Pembroke on January 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets range from $21 to $46 for adults and $26 for children under 12.

Presidential Scholars

Apply Now: 2020-21 Presidential Scholars

January 6, 2020
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The Presidential Scholars serve a one year appointment and provide a wide range of professional functions for UNC General Administration.

Savannah Bean

UNCP's Savannah Bean reflects on humbling mission trip to Kenya

January 6, 2020
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An unselfish player on the volleyball court, UNC Pembroke junior Savannah Bean is a regular on mission trips with her church and, over the summer, continued to show her benevolence on a trip to Kenya.

 

Marian Drane Scholars

Scholarship Opportunity: Marian Drane Graham Scholars Program

January 6, 2020
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The Marian Drane Graham Scholars Program is an eight-week immersive and experiential summer program designed to provide students the opportunity to develop leadership skills and gain a better understanding of key issues facing public higher education.

Public Forum of NC

Public School Forum holds roundtable discussion on rural education

December 28, 2019
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Local and regional educational leaders recently met at UNC Pembroke to examine the unique education challenges and needs facing students across rural North Carolina.

Larry Chavis

New School of Business foyer to honor Larry and Loleta Chavis

December 28, 2019
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Larry Chavis’ career in the banking industry spans nearly five decades.

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SGA president Thomas Crowe-Allbritton refuses to let cancer define him

December 20, 2019
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Thomas Crowe-Allbritton smiles in the face of adversity.

His journey to UNC Pembroke has been an uphill battle, but no matter the obstacle, he has persevered–all while maintaining his signature smile.

Irene Aiken

Dr. Irene Aiken named president-elect of NC Council of Graduate Schools

December 17, 2019
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Dr. Irene Pittman Aiken, dean of The Graduate School, has been voted president-elect of the North Carolina Council of Graduate Schools.

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Young Entrepreneurship Program graduate speaks at ecosystem summit

December 12, 2019
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“I am a 15-year-old, Native American, high school freshman from Robeson County,” remarked Naomi Blackwell as she bravely addressed the 450 attendees at the inaugural North Carolina Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Summit in Raleigh in late November. 

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Office for Community and Civic Engagement to launch healthy food program

December 11, 2019
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The Office for Community and Civic Engagement at UNC Pembroke will soon launch a service initiative focused on teaching healthy dietary habits using local foods.

RHA Award

UNC Pembroke wins award at state-level housing conference

December 11, 2019
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UNC Pembroke recently won a first-place Roll Call Spirit Award while attending North Carolina Housing Officers’ (NCHO) Resident Advisor Drive-In Conference.

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