Portraits and Prose: UNCP Students Honor Lumbee Elders Through Art and Storytelling
Bridging generations through storytelling and art, a group of English and art students at UNC Pembroke joined forces to capture the lives of senior members of the Lumbee community in a unique intergenerational project.
HackUNCP: Building the Future, One AI Agent at a Time
On Saturday, March 22, college students from across the state gathered, laptops and caffeinated beverages in hand, to attend HackUNCP 2025, the university’s first-ever hackathon. At fast-paced events like this one, creative minds come together to solve real-world problems, often competing in teams to build software or hardware projects within a short time frame. It’s an intense environment where creativity, collaboration and coding skills are put to the test.
Professor’s Field Research in Tbilisi, Georgia to Enrich Political Science Studies
This summer, Dr. Josiah Marineau will walk the streets of Tbilisi, Georgia, immersing himself in the country’s political and cultural landscape — not just as a scholar but as a storyteller for his students at UNC Pembroke. Armed with a prestigious fellowship through UNC Chapel Hill, Marineau is set to bring the world to his political science classroom in a way no textbook ever could.
Professor Matt Hassett Honored with UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching
Dr. Matt Hassett's classroom is more than just a place of learning — it's a space where students find inspiration, mentorship and the confidence to challenge the world around them.
UNC Pembroke Hosts Spring 2025 Senior Capstone Exhibition: Reflections
The A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke is showcasing the highly anticipated Spring 2025 Senior Capstone Exhibition, Reflections, from April 1 to April 25. The exhibition features the creative talents of senior art students, with a reception scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Locklear Hall.
A Legacy in the Lecture Hall: Dr. Richard Vela’s 53 Years of Impact at UNCP
For more than five decades, the sound of Dr. Richard Vela’s voice has echoed through the classrooms of UNC Pembroke, guiding students through the depths of literature, theatre and film. His presence wasn’t just about lectures — it was about igniting curiosity, challenging perspectives and shaping futures.
Head of the Class: UNCP Student on Track to Earn Teaching Licensure Before 20
Hannah Pearson grew up watching her mother change lives — one lesson at a time. Now, at just 18 years old, she's following in those footsteps, well on her way to becoming one of North Carolina's youngest teachers.
Dr. Scott Hicks accepted to Mellon-funded teacher scholars program
Scott Hicks, PhD, a professor of English at UNC Pembroke, was welcomed into the second cohort of the Civic Engagement & Voting Rights Teacher Scholars program.
Bangladesh’s youngest certified ethical hacker excels in cybersecurity program
Shirsendu Mondal possesses a unique skill set for which many Fortune 500 companies are willing to pay top dollar.