Dean of Optometric Medicine Honored with National Award
Dr. Rich Castillo, founding dean of the College of Optometric Medicine at UNC Pembroke, has been honored with the Heart of America Eye Care Congress’ (HOAECC) 2025 Vision Service Award for his outstanding dedication and service to the field of optometry.
A Scholar with a Mission: Elevating Literacy from Pembroke to the World
Dr. Melissa Wrenn doesn’t just study literacy—she amplifies it. As the newly appointed Joseph B. Oxendine Distinguished Scholar at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, she is already setting the stage for big conversations.
Business Program Recognized Among 2025 Best Online Programs
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke's undergraduate business program has been ranked among the country's best online degree completion programs by U.S. News & World Report. The program earned the No. 79 spot on the 2025 Best Online Programs list, released today.
UNCP’s Business Program Recognized Among 2025 Best Online Programs
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s undergraduate business program has been ranked among the country’s best online degree completion programs by U.S. News & World Report. The program earned the No. 79 spot on the 2025 Best Online Programs list,
UNCP graduates take advantage of pathways to prestigious graduate programs
Tiana Lowry became intrigued with veterinary medicine early on. At 12, she was shadowing the head nurse at Southeastern Veterinary Clinic. There was an instant connection.
Dr. Eva Skuka appointed to Scotland Health Board of Trustees
Dr. Eva Skuka, dean of the College of Health Sciences at UNCP, was recently appointed to the Scotland Healthcare Board of Trustees.
UNC Pembroke launches guaranteed admissions program with Wake Tech
A new partnership between Wake Technical Community College and The University of North Carolina at Pembroke will ease the pathway for students seeking a four-year degree.
Jasmine Coleman named among Veteran Champions of the Year in Higher Education
Jasmine Coleman, director of Academic and Military Outreach at UNC Pembroke, has been named among the 2024 Veteran Champions of the Year in Higher Education by the Military Friendly program.
UNCP signs guaranteed admission partnership with Sandhills Community College
The path to completing a four-year degree just got easier for Sandhills Community College (SCC) students thanks to the launch of the BraveNation Advantage, a guaranteed direct-admission transfer program at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
UNCP a top 20 public regional university in U.S. News & World Report rankings
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is a top 20 public university in the South and ranks in the top 10 in the region for social mobility, according to the U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges Rankings.