Alumni Association

Always a Brave.

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.
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UNC Pembroke alum Karen and Kelvin Sampson
a uncp student and his parent

Alumni Benefits

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

  • Alumni 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

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

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. Alumni Association Bylaws

Alumni Association 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. Below are the current Board members:

Kendall Oxendine '03 - President Daryl Miller '00
Dr. Robin Simmons '72 - 1st Vice President Dr. Shelli Brewington '99
Alicia Chavis '17 - 2nd Vice President  Lauren Baskett '05
Kelsey Cummings '10, '14, '17 - Secretary/Teasurer Kara Atkins '16
Rodney Jackson '87, '06, '09 David Lewis '87
Vanessa Gonzalez '07 Jason King '08
Chris Lowery '13 Kristi Britt '12
Amber Locklear  Joe Osman '93
Christy Strickland Theodorou '05 Anthony Locklear '89

 

 

Get In Touch

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

Or call us at 910.521.6333

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Recent Alumni Spotlights

Meet some of your fellow alumni, see where their lives have taken them and discover what they love about BraveNation.
Alumnus Newy Scruggs offers advice to students during a keynote talk on September 2, 2025
Sep 8 Office of University Communications & Marketing

Alumnus Newy Scruggs Returns to Share Lessons on Success, Resilience, Giving Back

When Emmy Award-winning sportscaster Newy Scruggs stepped back onto the campus of UNC Pembroke on Tuesday, it wasn’t just a homecoming — it was a chance to pour into the next generation.

Newy Scruggs (left) Dr. Sandra Locklear, Dr. Alexandria Pilot Chambers
Sep 4 Chad Locklear

UNC Pembroke Announces 2025 Alumni Award Recipients

UNC Pembroke will honor three distinguished alumni for their outstanding accomplishments and service at the 57th Annual Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony on Friday, October 10 at 5:30 p.m. in the Student Center Annex.

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Aug 29

UNCP Hosts Emmy Award-Winning Alumnus Newy Scruggs

UNC Pembroke alumnus Newy Scruggs,’94, is returning to his alma mater to inspire the next generation of leaders, sharing how his experiences at UNCP helped launch a broadcasting career that has earned him 18 Emmy Awards and national recognition.