Campus Life

 

UNC Pembroke campus life is vibrant and exciting. Join a club or organization that sparks your interest. Find personal and academic support. Or participate in one of our competitive or recreational sports. Our dynamic community offers endless opportunities to connect, grow and make the most of your time at UNCP.

Find Your Place. Find Your People.

Discover the Brave Experience, where belonging, learning, community and well-being are at the heart of your journey. Here, you'll build lasting friendships, make lifelong memories, and grow academically and personally. At UNCP, you will be part of a vibrant and supportive community.
Students play Mario Kart at the Hawks Nest
UNCP has something special–a community feel that other colleges didn’t have. It has some clubs and organizations that attracted me. I love the campus and the staff; and the RAs (resident advisors) are super nice. It makes me feel comfortable to be here.
Rasulov Bahodur
UNCP students walking across campus

Build Your Community

There’s so much to UNCP campus life. Living on campus, joining a club or team and working on campus are great ways to meet people and find your place. Explore new opportunities and get involved!
Exterior of Cypress Hall

Housing & Residence Life

Explore our housing options and find all you need to know about living on campus. Request a roommate you know, or be paired with someone new to make your on-campus experience memorable.
Students playing in a Pickleball tournament

Engagement & Student Organizations

Explore over 100 clubs and organizations, from academic groups to volunteer opportunities. Find your passion, connect with like-minded peers and get involved. Learn more and sign up today.
Student running on a treadmill in the Campbell Wellness Center

Fitness & Recreation

From intramural and esports leagues to group fitness classes and open gym hours, UNCP’s campus recreation programs and facilities offer something for everyone — no matter your interests or fitness level.
Student photographs from the sidelines of a UNCP home basketball game

Experiential Learning & Student Employment

Gain real-world experience while you study. Explore flexible part-time jobs, internships, experiential and service-learning opportunities that fit your schedule and help you build connections.

Cheer on the Braves!

Experience the excitement of BraveNation Athletics! From fall kickoffs to spring championships, our campus comes alive with school spirit.

Whether you're a future Brave or a proud supporter, there's always a reason to show up, cheer loud and celebrate black and gold.

 

Go Braves!

UNCP mascot, BraveHawk, cheering on the Braves!

Support From Day One

At UNCP, we support your success academically, professionally and personally. Here are just some of the support programs you can access as a student.

Creating an Accessible Campus

The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) at UNC Pembroke arranges and coordinates accommodations for your courses, programs and campus activities. Our goal is to provide the support you need to reach your educational goals and fully participate in campus life.
ARC
My friends, the professors and the staff at the Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) on campus were all very supportive. I love UNCP. I love how everyone comes together as a community.
Nia Jones
Graduate, 2022

Care for Your Well-Being

Get help with your physical and mental well-being. See a healthcare professional at Student Health Services or talk to a counselor through Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).
Health Services

Food, Finances & Housing Support

If you have any concerns about your basic needs, we’re here to help. Find help with food, housing and more. And if you’re concerned about staying enrolled because of finances, reach out to our financial aid office.

Basic Needs Resources

Resources for Academic Excellence

The Center for Student Success offers comprehensive support to help you excel academically. Access a variety of tutoring options. Get help with financial aid requirements. And learn skills for time management, stress and studying.
Center for Student Success

Tailored Career Development & Resources

The Career Center is here to help you with personalized career development. We offer one-on-one career advising, career exploration, events and more.
Career Center

Creating an Accessible Campus

The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) at UNC Pembroke arranges and coordinates accommodations for your courses, programs and campus activities. Our goal is to provide the support you need to reach your educational goals and fully participate in campus life.
ARC
My friends, the professors and the staff at the Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) on campus were all very supportive. I love UNCP. I love how everyone comes together as a community.
Nia Jones
Graduate, 2022

Care for Your Well-Being

Get help with your physical and mental well-being. See a healthcare professional at Student Health Services or talk to a counselor through Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).
Health Services

Food, Finances & Housing Support

If you have any concerns about your basic needs, we’re here to help. Find help with food, housing and more. And if you’re concerned about staying enrolled because of finances, reach out to our financial aid office.

Basic Needs Resources

Resources for Academic Excellence

The Center for Student Success offers comprehensive support to help you excel academically. Access a variety of tutoring options. Get help with financial aid requirements. And learn skills for time management, stress and studying.
Center for Student Success

Tailored Career Development & Resources

The Career Center is here to help you with personalized career development. We offer one-on-one career advising, career exploration, events and more.
Career Center
A purple flower on the campus lawn

Keeping Campus Safe

Campus safety is our top priority. Our dedicated team includes full-time, live-in professional staff and 40 Resident Advisors (RAs) who are trained to support and assist students. We have a full-time state-certified police force. 

Campus Police

Additional Campus Safety Measures

  • Cameras throughout campus
  • Blue light call boxes
  • Regular fire drills in all residential areas
  • Text alerts via the Campus Police website
  • Alarmed egress doors in halls
  • Sirens for emergency alerts (e.g., shelter in place)

Campus Activities

Don’t miss what’s happening on campus. Stay updated with the latest events, performances and activities.
August
01

Carolina Beach Excursion

8:00am - 6:00pm
August
06

Walk in Wednesday

1:00pm - 4:00pm
James B. Chavis University Center
August
08

Summer II ends, Final Exams

All Day

Student Affairs

“Student Affairs places students first every day. We are committed to providing you with quality programs, activities and services to enhance and enrich your academic experience.”
Dr. Jeff Howard
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

 

Our goal is to create a distinctive UNCP experience—The Brave Experience. We aim to provide transformative learning. Foster a strong sense of belonging. Build community through collaboration. And promote overall mental, physical and emotional well-being.

Meet the Student Affairs Team

Jeff Howard, headshot

Jeffery Howard

Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs


910.521.6305
Christie Poteet, headshot

Christie Poteet

Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs


910.775.4296
Kyle Smith, headshot

Kyle Smith

Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students


910.521.6304

Contact Us

Reach out to us with your questions, concerns and ideas!

University Center Annex Room 207
PO Box 1510,
Pembroke, NC 28372

Phone: 910.521.6226
Fax: 910.521.6272
Email: studentaffairs@uncp.edu

Email Us
Students hanging out on the quad, playing guitar and sitting in a hammock