Community Health & Wellness Symposium at UNC Pembroke Addresses Critical Health Issues

For Chyna Hammonds, a graduate student in social work at UNC Pembroke, the Community Health & Wellness Symposium wasn’t just another academic event—it was a revelation. 

Internationally Acclaimed ‘The Simon & Garfunkel Story’ Brings Timeless Hits to GPAC

Nostalgia-inducing unforgettable hits! The internationally acclaimed hit show “The Simon & Garfunkel Story” is bringing its national tour to the Givens Performing Arts Center on the campus of UNC Pembroke on March 28 at 7:30

Calling All UNCP Art Alumni: Submit Your Work for the 2025 Juried Exhibition!

The A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke invites all art program graduates to showcase their artistic talents in the 2025 Art Alumni Biennial Juried Exhibition.

Dean of Optometric Medicine at UNCP honored with national award

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UNCP Emergency System Test & Tornado Drill March 7

Indigenous Fashion Show Showcases Tradition and Talent at UNCP

A stunning display of culture, creativity and empowerment was on full display at UNC Pembroke as an Indigenous fashion show brought together students, local designers and community members in a vibrant celebration of the rich history and contributions

Winter Weather Update

Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, 9 a.m.  

Based on information from the National Weather Service and improved road conditions, UNCP will resume normal operations today at noon, and classes will resume at 12:30 p.m. 

Hilarious Off-Broadway Hit Disenchanted Brings Laughs to GPAC

Get ready for a night of side-splitting laughter as the critically acclaimed, award-winning Off-Broadway sensation 

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.

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.

Beyond the Sidelines: How Layth Allan Inspires UNCP’s Basketball Team with Resilience and Heart

Before the first whistle blows––whether it’s game day or practice––Layth Allan is already on the court, ensuring everything runs seamlessly for The University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s men’s basketball team.

The Timeless Ballet ‘Swan Lake’ Dances onto the GPAC Stage Feb. 28

Experience the beauty, romance and breathtaking artistry of Swan Lake as the internationally acclaimed Dance Alive National Ballet brings this timeless classic to the Givens Performing Arts Center (GPAC) at UNC Pembroke on Febru

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.

A.D. Gallery showcases 14th annual International Juried Exhibition

The A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke proudly presents Pendulum, the 14th annual International Juried Exhibition, which will be on display from February 12 to March 8.

Honoring Dedication: UNCP Recognizes 105 Employees for Years of Service

For more than three decades, Gale Sampson has played a vital role in shaping the student experience at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

UNC Pembroke Joins the Green Chemistry Movement

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is taking a big step toward a greener future.

Professor Scott Hicks Serves as Guest Speaker in Duke University Chapel-sponsored Series

Scott Hicks, a professor of English at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke professor, served as a guest speaker for the

UNC Pembroke Joins Forces with E-Mobility Leaders to Empower Diverse Talent

Three talented students from UNC Pembroke—Ruvimbo Gombera, Sharon Daminabo, and Terry Bongben—have been selected for EVHybridNoire’s inaugural 2024-2025 E-Mobility Fellowship Pipeline Program Cohort.

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

Julian Pierce’s Legacy Lives On Through Endowment

Morgan Oxendine was a senior at Robeson Early College in 2009, planning to pursue a four-year degree upon graduation.