UNCP receives First-Gen Forward national designation
UNC Pembroke was among 53 institutions nationwide selected by the Center for First-Generation Student Success 2022-2023 First-Gen Forward cohort. First Gen-Forward is the nation's first recognition program acknowledging higher education institutions for their demonstrated commitment to first-generation student success. UNCP is being recognized for improving experiences and advancing outcomes of first-generation college students. Selected institutions receive professional development, community-building experiences, and a first look at the Center's research and resources.
UNCP’s Maya Grimes accepted to ECU Dental Program
Maya Grimes gave fans reasons to smile as a four-year starter and standout defender on UNC Pembroke’s women’s soccer team. Soon, the aspiring dentist will be perfecting the smiles of her patients. The senior UNCP biology student and Chancellor’s Ambassador has been accepted to East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine. While most children have a fear or anxiety associated with going to the dentist, Grimes couldn’t wait for her next checkup. “I loved going to the dentist,” she said. “I thought it was the coolest thing ever.”
UNCP awarded $500,000 grant to address racial disparities in maternal, infant health
UNC Pembroke has been awarded a three-year, $500,000 grant to reduce racial disparities for expecting and parenting mothers in rural southeastern North Carolina. The grant was awarded by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina as part of the company’s effort to decrease racial disparities in maternal and child health care in North Carolina by 50 % in five years. Funding will support the Health Equity Project, which is designed to improve maternal health through service provider education.
Gabe Eszterhas named vice chancellor for Finance and Administration at UNCP
Gabe Eszterhas, CPA, a senior-level finance and accounting executive with 20 years of higher education experience and a proven track of success in central offices and academic divisions, has been named vice chancellor for Finance and Administration at UNC Pembroke after a nationwide search. Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings made the announcement on Friday following the unanimous vote by the Board of Trustees supporting the recommendation by Cummings and a search committee led by Dick Christy, director of Athletics.
UNCP's Jayla Locklear crowned Miss Indian North Carolina
Jayla Locklear, a sophomore biology major at UNC Pembroke, was recently crowned Miss Indian North Carolina. The virtual pageant, hosted by United Tribes, was held on Feb. 12. Locklear resides in Robeson County and is a member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. "I am so blessed to have the opportunity to represent all eight tribes of North Carolina and the four urban Indian organizations," Locklear said. "During my reign, I will promote my platform "Speak up, Speak Loud, Stand up against Bullying."
Volleyball team honors Biology faculty trio
Biology faculty Crystal Walline, Meg Zets, and Nicolas Negrin Pereira are making a big difference in the classroom. Last fall, student athletes in their classes honored them during the UNCP volleyball team’s Faculty and Staff Appreciation night. The September 28th event recognized 15 faculty and staff across the campus who made positive impacts on the lives of student athletes. Students who bestowed certificates of appreciation on Biology faculty were Taylor Osborne (Dr. Walline), Abby ("Abigail") Spencer (Prof. Zets), and Kaitlyn Pressley (Dr. Negrin Pereira).
Best-selling author, former Rep. Bakari Sellers to speak at UNCP
A New York Times bestselling author, who was once the youngest African American elected official in the nation, will speak at UNC Pembroke in February. Bakari Sellers, who at 22, defeated a 26-year incumbent state representative to become the youngest member of the South Carolina state legislature in 2006. He made history that year, becoming the youngest African American elected official.
New agriscience program offers innovative career opportunities for UNCP students
After discovering UNC Pembroke’s emerging agriculture science program, Katina Oxendine was inspired to return to her alma mater—this time with hopes of transforming her passion for medicinal plant research into a career. UNCP first offered the new degree program to biology students during the 2019-2020 academic year. It was developed to prepare students to enter the agricultural industry at any level and emphasizes the importance of agriculture and connects students to the rich agricultural history of the community.
What Is Co-Parenting? Understanding complexities to help move toward possible realities
Dr. Calvina Ellerbe, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Abstract Whenever two people are raising a child together, co-parenting or some parallel of co-parenting is likely happening. Co-parenting involves collaboration and is a process rather than a category. Parents engage in co-parenting differently based on many factors. Co-parenting, or a version of it, is occurring in Black communities, although the term may not fit with cultural values and experiences.
UNCP art student receives printmaking assistantship
UNC Pembroke’s Leeanna Earp has been selected as an assistant for the 40th annual Frogman’s Print Workshops. Frogman’s Print Workshop is recognized as one of the most prestigious printmaking workshops globally, drawing professional artists, educators and college students across the country. Earp, a senior studio art major, was selected as one of 12 workshop assistants. The annual summer workshops are hosted by the University of Nebraska Omaha’s School of the Arts.