UNCP students gain insight from Wake Forest University School of Medicine visit
Vanna Locklear plans to apply to several medical schools after completing her studies at UNC Pembroke — but only one tops her list. Wake Forest University School of Medicine.
UNCP's Elijah Cobb emerges as a star after overcoming adversity
Elijah Cobb burst into tears as he hugged his coach midcourt moments after carrying his UNC Pembroke basketball team to an 82-81 overtime win in the Conference Carolinas Tournament championship.
U.S. Department of State brings unique career showcase to UNCP
A pre-law student at UNC Pembroke, Allison Jones dreamed of attending law school after graduation. However, after attending a U.S. Department of State career showcase on campus, Jones is considering the diplomatic workforce and embarking on a career as a security service leader.
Founding director of the National Museum of the American Indian, speaks at museum
Considered one of the most vocal students in Nancy Strickland Fields’ museum studies class — UNC Pembroke senior Angelina Henhawk — sat in stunned silence last week as Rick West was a guest lecturer.
UNCP alumnus Brigadier Gen. Allen Jamerson featured in Distinguished Speaker Series
David Lewis knew Brigadier General Allen Jamerson (Ret.) was destined for greatness when they met 40 years ago as students at what was then known as Pembroke State University.
Book from the Nook celebrates first year at Museum of the Southeast American Indian
January marked one year since the 'Book from the Nook' project debuted at the Museum of the Southeast American Indian at UNC Pembroke.
UNCP hosts Scotland County community leaders to explore partnership, growth opportunities
Tasha Locklear wants more than a career — she wants to make a difference in her community. But, as a non-traditional student, going back to school meant finding both a program that works with her schedule and the confidence to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse.
College students staff NCAS booth for Astronomy Days
College students and more college students. This year’s North Carolina Academy of Science (NCAS) booth for Astronomy Days was a smashing success, and in no small measure because of great help from students from UNC Pembroke and Meredith College.
Thomas School of Business earns AACSB accreditation extension
The Thomas School of Business at UNC Pembroke has been granted an extension of accreditation of its undergraduate and graduate programs — a distinction obtained by less than 6% of business schools worldwide.
UNCP partners with Ancestry, establishes scholarship program
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s Career Center has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Ancestry, the world’s largest for-profit genealogy company.