In August 2020, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke was awarded a $1.5 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institution Program. The five-year grant was awarded to build upon the university's ability to serve low-income and American Indian students. The grant proposed the creation of an American Indian Heritage Center (AIHC) to centralize programming for American Indian students at UNCP. The AIHC will provide cultural, social and academic program for American Indian students as well as educational programming for non-Native faculty, staff, and students.
Please sign up for all events on the AIHC's BraveConnect page.
https://uncp.presence.io/organization/american-indian-heritage-center
February Events!

Robeson County Community Tour
February 5, 2025 |2:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M.| Robeson County
Join the Robeson County Community Tour, led by Dr. Lawrence Locklear. Explore historic landmarks and learn about the rich heritage of Robeson County. This tour is for UNCP Students, faculty, and staff. Space is limited!

Indigenous Power Hour: Matriarchs in the Making
February 11, 2025 | 5:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M. |AIHC

App-Timize Your Academic Journey: Apps for Student Success
February 12, 2025 | 3:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M. |AIHC and Webex
Join The Curt and Catherine Lockelar American Indian Heritage Center (AIHC) and DoIT for an interactive session designed to help you maximize your college experience with the right digital tools!

Ribbon Skirt Fashion Show
February 13, 2025 |6:00 P.M.| Thomas Hall Event Room
Join us for a fashion show exhibiting the evolution of ribbon skirts throughout the years! Afterwards, feel free to shop around at our ribbon skirt art market! All are welcome!

Powwow Fit
February 17, 2025 | 5:30 P.M.-6:30 P.M. |School of Education, Room 222
Join us for an energizing Powwow Fit Class, where you’ll learn basic Powwow dance steps and build endurance while embracing the rhythm of the drum. This fun and welcoming workout is perfect for all fitness levels and a great way to connect with culture while staying active!

Gather & Grow: AIHC Talking Circle
February 27, 2025 | 3:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M. |AIHC, 2nd Floor, Old Main
Join us as licensed clinical social worker Hillary Locklear leads this session, guiding us through meaningful conversations that inspire healing, connection, and personal growth. All are welcome!
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