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GPAC kicks off new year with a celebration of Smokey Robinson

December 20, 2023
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Charl Brown, the actor who received a Tony Award nomination for his portrayal of Smokey Robinson in Broadway’s “Motown: The Musical,” is performing “Smokey & Me: A Celebration of Smokey Robinson” at the Givens Performing Arts Center at UNC Pembroke.

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History students create Lumbee history driving tour

December 19, 2023
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Kevin Melvin has high hopes for a new interactive Lumbee history driving tour that helps visitors navigate some of the area's most historic sites, from the Nort

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Dr. Kelly Ficklin receives Outstanding Allyship Award

December 18, 2023
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UNC Pembroke associate professor Dr. Kelly Ficklin is the 2023 Outstanding Allyship Award recipient.

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UNCP names Dr. Tracy Mulvaney dean of School of Education

December 13, 2023
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Dr. Tracy Mulvaney, a proven leader with three decades of educational experience spanning K-12 to higher education, has been named dean of the School of Education at UNC Pembroke.

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UNC Pembroke awards 983 degrees at Winter Commencement

December 9, 2023
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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.

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McGee, Haladay to deliver Winter Commencement address

December 7, 2023
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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.

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Biomanufacturing Training to be hosted at UNC Pembroke

December 7, 2023
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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.

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REACH Fellows gain exposure by presenting at national conferences

December 7, 2023
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Christopher Green’s passion for history and sports inspired the UNC Pembroke senior to dive deeply into minor league baseball logos.

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

December 6, 2023
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Vivian R. Jacobson has dedicated more than half of her life to researching, studying and lecturing on one of the 20th century’s most revered artists––Marc Chagall.

Tanya Locklear, left, will cross the stage at Winter Commencement on Saturday with her son Colby

Mother and son set to turn tassels together at UNCP Commencement

December 5, 2023
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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.

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Inaugural class of Omicron Delta Kappa inducted at UNCP

December 1, 2023
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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. 

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

November 28, 2023
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Anna Grossheim is a UNC Pembroke soccer superstar by day. Real-life superhero by night.

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Lighting of Old Main at UNCP set for November 28

November 28, 2023
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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.

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UNCP earns accreditation for educator prep programs

November 21, 2023
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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.

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

November 20, 2023
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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.

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Poverty simulation gives UNCP students valuable insight

November 17, 2023
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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.

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Annual Music Department Holiday Extravaganza Concert is December 1

November 17, 2023
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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.

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

November 13, 2023
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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.

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UNCP senior capstone exhibition “Hidden Lives” on display

November 13, 2023
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The senior capstone exhibition “Hidden Lives” will be on display at the A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke November 14 through December 1.

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UNCP honors student veterans, active-duty members

November 9, 2023
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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.

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