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Reading project improving literacy skills among American Indian youth

August 15, 2019
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UNCP Alumnus and retired UNCP professor Dr. Reginald Oxendine was recently interviewed by Neal Christie, assistant General Secretary for Education and Leadership Formation, a national publication with the United Methodist Church.

2019 Convocation

Motivational speaker Jovian Zayne delivers inspirational message at Convocation

August 14, 2019
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Jovian Zayne shared her personal story of beating the odds and becoming an international public speaker with UNC Pembroke’s Class of 2023.

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Summer research focuses on aging-related disorders

August 13, 2019
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A pair of UNC Pembroke biology students spent their summer researching wild plant extracts and its effect on aging.

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UNCP, Lumbee Tribe build on shared vision

August 9, 2019
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UNC Pembroke and the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina value the importance of collaboration.

“UNCP has remained deeply connected to the Lumbee Tribe since being established in 1887,” said Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings.

Diane Guerrero

UNCP announces 2019-20 Distinguished Speaker Series

August 8, 2019
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The Distinguished Speaker Series, which brings notable celebrities and prominent lecturers to The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, is back for 2019-20 and hosted by Givens Performing Arts Center and UNCP's Campus Engagement and Leadership.

Anthony Locklear

UNCP pair attend Duke University’s pre-law program

August 8, 2019
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UNC Pembroke students Tasia Mears and Anthony Locklear recently completed the Pre-Law Undergraduate Scholars (PLUS) Program at Duke University School of Law.

Jada Jacobs

Meet Jada Jacobs: 2019 Early Assurance Scholar

August 7, 2019
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Losing her grandmother to colon cancer on Christmas Day 2014 compelled Jada Jacobs to pursue a career in medicine.

“I want cancer patients to suffer as little as possible,” she said. “I want to prevent others from going through what I went through.”

Blind Boys of Alabama

Grammy winners The Blind Boys of Alabama to open GPAC season

August 6, 2019
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The Blind Boys of Alabama have been performing concerts for seven decades. Along the way, they’ve performed for three different U.S. Presidents, earned five Grammy Awards and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

FAEL

FAEL Program hosts Transformative Leadership Academy

August 5, 2019
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The First Americans’ Educational Leadership (FAEL) Program provided Professional Development for program participants and administrative mentors during its first Transformative Leadership Academy July 8-12.

Methodist, UNCP partner to encourage diversity in health professions

August 2, 2019
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Methodist University’s Physician Assistant Program announces that it has entered into an articulation agreement with The University of North Carolina at Pembroke designed to strengthen the program’s goal of encouraging diversity in the health professions programs.

UNCP Surplus and Book Sale to be held August 22

July 31, 2019
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UNCP is having an on-campus SURPLUS AND BOOK SALE!

Come out and fill your bag with books for only $1! A wide array of books are available. If you have an interest and passion for reading, don’t miss this sale!

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UNCP, NC State expands their 3-plus-2 engineering program

July 27, 2019
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UNC Pembroke and N.C. State University are expanding their 3-plus-2 engineering program to offer additional degree options for students interested in civil and environmental engineering careers.

Students in Dr. Jamie Litty's World Media class visited Stonehenge during a recent trip to Europe. DePaul Barron, far left, Marcus Shoffner, Kayla Carson, Samantha DeBusk, Sara Goldsberry and Stephanie Reeder

World Media class takes on London: Media capital of Europe

July 24, 2019
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Dr. Jamie Litty’s World Media course in the spring came with a class trip to London, England, where students visited the European headquarters of Bloomberg Television and the London offices of Concord Bicycle Music, the fifth-largest music company in the world. 

Cummings

UNCP awarded $25K equipment grant for public safety

July 24, 2019
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UNC Pembroke Police & Public Safety will be able to communicate more clearly with outside law enforcement agencies and first responders thanks to a $25,000 grant from the Governor’s Crime Commission.

Prospect

Alumna speaks at Prospect High Class of 1959 reunion

July 22, 2019
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Kimberly Fuqua, a 2019 graduate, was a guest speaker of the Prospect High School Class of 1959 which recently celebrated the 60th anniversary of the graduation class.

 Bourquin

Scholarship honors legacy of beloved UNCP math professor

July 19, 2019
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Steven Bourquin had a zest for life.

The popular math professor with a larger-than-life personality was revered by his students and fellow colleagues at UNC Pembroke. He possessed a natural gift to stimulate students’ interest in math.

WCC

UNCP, Wayne Community College sign BraveStep agreement

July 19, 2019
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UNC Pembroke has established a seamless pathway for Wayne Community College students to continue their education at UNCP.

Brooks, Stanley, Thomas, Crowe-Albritton

UNCP Board of Trustees welcomes new members

July 12, 2019
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A health care executive, a prominent local attorney and owner of a comprehensive dental practice have been appointed to the Board of Trustees at UNC Pembroke.

Octavia

Mass Communication student lands internship with Volunteers of America

July 11, 2019
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Senior Mass Communication student Octavia Johnson has been hired as a marketing and communications intern with Volunteers of America.

Dr. Scott Hicks

Dr. Scott Hicks recognized statewide as Engaged Faculty Scholar

July 9, 2019
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Dr. Scott Hicks, director of Teaching and Learning Center and professor of English, Theatre and Foreign Languages, has been named an Engaged Faculty Scholar by North Carolina Campus Compact.

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