Biology students win awards at NC-LSAMP conference
Three UNCP Biology students won competitive research awards during the annual conference of the North Carolina - Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (NC-LSAMP).
Bull Fertility Research in the Biology Department at UNCP
The early Friday morning found us this time at Mr. Arrin Baker and son Aaron’s farm in Robeson County. The objective was to castrate a group of four-month-old bull calves as part of a series of research projects on beef bull fertility
UNCP senior refuses to give up dream of becoming an archaeologist
Harlen Chavis always wanted to pursue a college degree, but like many in his family, he chose to enter the workforce. He perfected his skills as a welder for more than 20 years, but the idea of earning a bachelor’s degree still lingered in the back of his mind. In 2018, Chavis hung up his torch to pursue his true passion — archaeology.
UNCP senior Hannah Irving accepted to 13 law schools
Getting into law school is highly competitive. And the chances of getting accepted to a prestigious law school is nearly impossible. But Hannah Irving has beat all the odds. The UNC Pembroke senior has been admitted to 13 law schools––including one of the top law schools in the country––and received more than $1.4 million in scholarship offers.
Dr. Jane Haladay wins 2023 Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching
Dr. Jane Haladay’s impact on former UNCP student Zack Young extends well beyond the classroom. A staple in the American Indian Studies department for nearly two decades, Haladay displayed an interest in Young’s growth not only as a student, but also as a person — a trait that resonates with many of Haladay’s former students.
Dr. Scott Hicks selected for Summer Institute on Reading, Writing
Dr. Scott Hicks, director of the Teaching & Learning Center and professor of English at UNC Pembroke, has been selected to attend the 2023 Modern Language Association Institute on Reading and Writing Pedagogy in June.
Biology students present research at regional science conference
Four UNC Pembroke undergraduates presented research posters during a regional conference — the 84th Annual Meeting of the Association of Southeastern Biologists (ASB).
UNCP art history students present at SUNY New Paltz Art History Symposium
Three UNC Pembroke art history students were among the presenters at the 2023 SUNY New Paltz Undergraduate Art History Symposium, which was held virtually April 13-16. The State University of New York symposium, a highly recognized conference for undergraduate students in the discipline, accepted papers submitted by Maggie Trimpe, Brennan Jenkins and Nairobi Lewis.
UNCP earns cybersecurity designation from the National Security Agency
The National Security Agency (NSA) — the nation’s leading cybersecurity agency — has designated UNC Pembroke as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD). The CAE-CD designation is awarded to regionally accredited academic institutions offering cybersecurity degrees or certificates at the associate, bachelor’s and graduate levels.
UNCP theatre program alumnus accepted to Juilliard
UNC Pembroke theatre program graduate Jamonte Madison will join Juilliard’s elite ranks this fall. The Juilliard School — a world leader in performing arts education known for its competitive and selective admission standards — is famous for distinguished alumni, including actors Robin Williams, Kevin Spacey, Viola Davis and Jessica Chastain.