UNCP creates seamless path to ECU Brody School of Medicine
Freshman Samantha Locklear's path from UNC Pembroke to medical school has been prearranged thanks to hard work, dedication, and a unique partnership with UNCP and one of the top medical schools in the state. Locklear is the 2022 Early Assurance Scholar. Considered one of UNCP's prestigious four-year merit awards, the Early Assurance Program pays for tuition, books and room and board, but more importantly, guarantees acceptance to East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine.
UNCP undergraduates complete cancer research internship at Wake Forest
Three UNC Pembroke students gained enriching cancer research experience during a summer internship training program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Nevaeh Roverato, Anthonia Oladeji and Jayla Locklear participated in the Cancer Equity Research Training at North Carolina (CERT-NC), a consortium made up of students from UNCP, North Carolina A&T University, Winston-Salem State University and the Comprehensive Cancer Center of Wake Forest University.
Overcoming Black Americans' Psychological and Cognitive Barriers to Clinical Trial Participation: Effects of News Framing and Exemplars
Dr. Namyeon Lee’s groundbreaking study shows that using race‑matched exemplars in news posts—especially when highlighting psychological obstacles—significantly boosts Black Americans’ intention to participate in clinical trials.
UNCP's Javonte Waverly: Making a difference in his community
Javonte Waverly, a member of the men’s basketball team at UNC Pembroke, recently hosted a Back-to-School event that distributed school supplies to youth in his hometown of Henderson, North Carolina. The event was held on Saturday, August 13. JaQuaveon Venable, Waverly’s childhood friend, a former teammate at Henderson Collegiate and current UNCP student, also pitched in during the event. Venable will serve as a student manager for the men’s team this season.
UNCP welcomes first-year students during Convocation
UNC Pembroke freshman Zane Shafer feels at home––despite nearly 400 miles separating him from family and friends in Tacoma Park, Maryland. Shafer chose UNCP to pursue his passion for fitness, exercise and health. “I really like the exercise science program,” said Shafer, who has dreams of becoming a personal trainer and business owner. “UNCP a great school. Everyone is nice. I love the staff’s attitude and the diversity.”
UNCP junior participates in UVA School of Law summer program
Diane Pfeifer experienced life as a law student during a four-week residential program at the University of Virginia School of Law this summer. Pfiefer, a student at UNC Pembroke, was among 12 rising juniors selected as part of the inaugural Roadmap Scholars Initiative which prepares first-generation and low-income undergraduates to become competitive applicants to the nation’s law schools.
UNCP School of Education advisory board outlines strategic plan
The UNC Pembroke School of Education advisory board discussed the school’s five-year strategic plan during its monthly meeting at James A. Thomas Hall. The strategic plan initiative, led by associate professor Dr. Beth Holder, will provide direction to the School of Education in six distinct areas. During the meeting, the board focused on three of those topics: diversity, equity and social justice, curriculum redesign and public-school partnerships.
UNCP undergraduate researchers, faculty present at Alzheimer’s research symposium
UNC Pembroke faculty and undergraduate researchers presented at the first Symposium for Learning about Alzheimer’s disease-related Medical research at Duke University and UNC Chapel Hill (SLAM-DUNC) on June 24-25. The symposium was held at the Duke Karsh Alumni and Visitors Center. It was designed for researchers, clinicians and trainees from UNCP, Duke, UNC Chapel Hill, North Carolina Central University and East Carolina University.
UNCP Theatre Program deeply rooted in Strike at the Wind!'s success
The collaboration between the outdoor drama Strike at the Wind! and UNC Pembroke's theatre program stretches 40-plus years. Strike at the Wind! often leaned on the theatre program's students and staff for actors, stagehands and providing technical support. The longstanding relationship continues this week as the iconic drama returns to the Adolph Dial Amphitheater at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center.
UNC Pembroke announces its Spring 2022 graduates
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke announces its Spring 2022 graduates. Undergraduate Alamance Burlington: Mary Elizabeth Ingram, Joseph William Kincer, Miah Bre’nae Tedder Elon: Rodney James Gibsonville: Carl J. Turner Graham: Michael Rhodes Councilman, Kari L. Rios-Dixon Haw River: William D. Andrews, Ryan M. Donaldson Snow Camp: Brenda Smith Branchaud Alexander