UNC Pembroke awards 983 degrees at Winter Commencement

When Anthony Guerra decided to leave his job as a detective to pursue a college degree, he convinced his wife, Blanca, to further her education, too.

McGee, Haladay to deliver Winter Commencement address

Dr. Jerry McGee, president emeritus of Wingate University and longtime American Indian studies professor Dr. Jane Haladay, will give the Winter Commencement address at UNC Pembroke this weekend.

Biomanufacturing Training to be hosted at UNC Pembroke

UNC Pembroke and North Carolina Central University today announced an inaugural bioprocessing training to help students and residents prepare for entry level positions in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

REACH Fellows gain exposure by presenting at national conferences

Christopher Green’s passion for history and sports inspired the UNC Pembroke senior to dive deeply into minor league baseball logos.

UNCP to confer honorary doctorate degree to Chagall lecturer, author Vivian R. Jacobson

Vivian R. Jacobson has dedicated more than half of her life to researching, studying and lecturing on one of the 20^th century’s most revered artists––Marc Chagall.

Mother and son set to turn tassels together at UNCP Commencement

At 50, Tanya Locklear is fulfilling her lifelong dream of becoming a college graduate. Locklear overcame years of adversity, personal challenges and significant health issues to arrive at UNC Pembroke Winter Commencement.

Inaugural class of Omicron Delta Kappa inducted at UNCP

Fifty-two members of the UNC Pembroke community were inducted into the prestigious Omicron Delta Kappa honor society during a ceremony at the University Center Annex on Friday, December 1. 

UNCP’s Anna Grossheim – All-American soccer star, local hero

Anna Grossheim is a UNC Pembroke soccer superstar by day. Real-life superhero by night.

Lighting of Old Main at UNCP set for November 28

UNC Pembroke will host the annual Lighting of Old Main at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 28.

There will be light refreshments, entertainment and a special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus. The event is free and open to the public.

UNCP earns accreditation for educator prep programs

The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) announced that UNC Pembroke is one of 34 providers to receive accreditation for their educator preparation programs.

UNCP receives $25K for Julian T. Pierce Memorial Scholarship

The Julian T. Pierce Memorial Initiative Committee made a $25,000 contribution to UNC Pembroke during a check presentation ceremony at the former site of the N.C. Legal Aid Office in Pembroke on November 20.

Poverty simulation gives UNCP students valuable insight

UNC Pembroke students participated in a Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) this week, offering them a greater understanding of the challenges faced by impoverished individuals.

Annual Music Department Holiday Extravaganza Concert is December 1

The UNCP Music Department is celebrating the gift of music with the Holiday Extravaganza, an annual concert event to raise money for music scholarships at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

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.

UNCP senior capstone exhibition “Hidden Lives” on display

The senior capstone exhibition “Hidden Lives” will be on display at the A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke November 14 through December 1.

UNCP honors student veterans, active-duty members

Native New Yorkers, like Rizihery Saenz, will forever be impacted by 9/11. Shortly after the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil, Saenz relocated with his family to North Carolina.

UNCP selects first Early Assurance scholars at UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy

UNC Pembroke’s Sean Musselwhite and Madison Deese are the first-ever recipients of the Early Assurance Partnership with UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, which guarantees the junior duo admission to the nation’s top-ranked pharmacy program.

Prey actress Amber Midthunder, mother, Angelique, encourage UNCP students to chase their passion

Prey star Amber Midthunder––who has quickly risen to fame as a groundbreaking leading Indigenous female action hero––and her mother, Emmy-nominated casting director Angelique Midthunder, led a thought-provoking talk about Indigenous representation in mainstream entertainment during their

First-gen students find success, sense of belonging at UNCP

When Armani Jones-Elliott came to UNC Pembroke as a freshman three years ago, she felt alone and overwhelmed with insecurity.

Though academically gifted, Jones-Elliott doubted her abilities, which is common among first-generation college students.

Broadway Musical Million Dollar Quartet Christmas Comes to GPAC

Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley are together again to celebrate the holidays in the “Million Dollar Quartet Christmas.” The heartwarming holiday musical is set to play at Givens Performing Arts Center on the campus of The University of North Carolina at Pembroke on Mo