Alumni Association

The UNC Pembroke Alumni Association is your lifelong connection to BraveNation. With over 36,000 alumni worldwide, we celebrate your achievements, foster meaningful connections, and support your continued growth. Whether you’re a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, your journey with UNCP doesn’t end at graduation — it evolves.
Two female alumni smiling amongst a crowd at a football game

Alumni Benefits

All alumni are members of the UNCP Alumni Association and have access to exclusive perks, including:

  • Events – Special invitations to Homecoming, reunions, and local alumni gatherings
  • Career Services – Resume support, job search tools and networking opportunities
  • Library Access – Continued access to UNCP library resources
  • Campus Recreation – Discounted access to the Jones Center and its wellness facilities
UNCP alum Karen and Kelvin Sampson with Chancellor and First Lady Cummings

Get Involved

There are many ways to stay engaged with UNCP:

  • Update Your Information – Ensure you’re getting news, invitations and updates
  • Volunteer – Mentor students, support events or join a committee
  • Attend Events – Reconnect through reunions, regional gathering and signature events like the Alumni Awards.
A UNCP student and his mom wearing a Pembroke State University shirt

Stay Connected

Being part of the UNCP Alumni Association means more than staying in touch — it’s about giving back and making a difference.

Your involvement supports students, builds university pride and helps elevate the value of your degree.

Board of Directors

The Alumni Association Board of Directors helps guide the direction of the association and ensures it reflects the values and needs of BraveNation. Members serve as ambassadors for the university, building connections and supporting the next generation of Braves. 

Executive Leadership

President
Anthony Locklear, ’89

1st Vice President
Dr. Robin Simmons, ’72

2nd Vice President
Christy Strickland Theodorou, ’05

Secretary/Treasurer
Dr. Amber Locklear

Members

    

Kara Atkins, ’16

   Jason King, ’08

Lauren Baskett, ’05 

   Jessica Lancaster, ‘24, ‘26
Dr. Shelli Brewington, ’99   Chris Lowery, ’13
Alicia Chavis, ’17     Daryl Miller, ’00

Crystal Collins, ‘93

   Joe Osman ’93

Daniel Cook, ‘93

   Kendall Oxendine, ’03
Kelsey Cummings, ’10, ’14, ’17   Heath Pierce, ‘97
Nancy Hunt, ’86, ‘02   Kristi Strickland, ’12

 

Recent Alumni Spotlights

Meet some of your fellow alumni, see where their lives have taken them and discover what they love about BraveNation.
students wave from a float during the homecoming parade
Oct 1 University Communications & Marketing

BraveNation ready to celebrate at UNCP Homecoming

UNC Pembroke will bring BraveNation together Oct. 21-24 for its 2026 Homecoming, with four days of campus traditions, alumni reunions, live entertainment and and Braves athletics culminating in Saturday’s football game and a concert featuring Waka Flocka Flame.

Alumni Award Recipients 2026
Sep 15 Office of University Communications & Marketing

UNCP Announces 2026 Alumni Award Recipients

UNC Pembroke will honor four distinguished alumni whose professional achievements, leadership and service exemplify the university’s enduring Brave spirit during the 58th Annual Alumni Awards & Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony on Oct. 23.

Alumni Association Board of Directors
Sep 15 University Communications & Marketing

Five New Members Join UNC Pembroke Alumni Association Board

The UNC Pembroke Alumni Association has welcomed five new members to its Board of Directors, bringing a range of professional experience and a shared commitment to strengthening connections between the university and its alumni.

Get In Touch

Keep your connection to UNCP strong — never miss a moment with BraveNation. We’d love to hear from you!

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