UNC Pembroke News

UNCP academic leadership dressed in regalia siting on a stage during convocation
August 15 Mark Locklear

UNCP Welcomes Class of 2030 at New Student Convocation

A new chapter is underway for UNC Pembroke’s newest Braves. As incoming students settled into campus and gathered for New Student Convocation, they brought different backgrounds, ambitions and reasons for choosing UNCP — but shared an excitement for what comes next.

Trent Harris
August 07 Alex Pearce

Trent Harris Becomes Second Brave In Three Years To Make MLB Debut

Former Brave Trent Harris is set to become the second UNC Pembroke baseball player in the last three years to reach the Major Leagues after his contract was selected by the San Francisco Giants on Friday.

Anastasia Sinclair
August 07 Mark Locklear

UNC Pembroke Senior Explores American History Through Prestigious Library of Congress Fellowship

UNC Pembroke senior Anastasia Sinclair spent her summer inside the world's largest library, helping researchers navigate one of the nation's most significant collections of American history as one of just 37 students and recent graduates nationwide selected for the 2026 Library of Congress Junior Fellows Program.

UNCP Trustee Officers 2026
July 31 Mark Locklear

Walters, Robinette, Berdecia Elected to Lead UNCP Board of Trustees

The UNC Pembroke Board of Trustees has elected a new slate of officers to help guide the university as it advances key strategic initiatives and continues to expand opportunities for student success.

UNC System Leadership Institute
July 31 Mark Locklear

UNCP’s Allen, Deese Selected for UNC System Executive Leadership Institute

Two UNC Pembroke administrators have been selected to participate in the University of North Carolina System's 2026-27 Executive Leadership Institute, an eight-month professional development program designed to prepare emerging leaders for senior leadership roles across North Carolina's public universities.

Ben Bahr in lab
July 29 Mark Locklear

Neuroscientist Ben Bahr Receives Sigma Xi Wyatt Technology Transfer Award for Alzheimer's Research

Dr. Ben Bahr, the William C. Friday Distinguished Professor at UNC Pembroke, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Dr. Philip J. Wyatt Technology Transfer Award from Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society, recognizing his innovations and success in Alzheimer’s disease research that has the potential to improve lives.

GrowthWorks Program

UNCP’s Thomas Entrepreneurship HUB Launches GrowthWorks Program for Entrepreneurs

UNC Pembroke’s Thomas Entrepreneurship HUB is accepting registrations for GrowthWorks, a 12-week hybrid entrepreneurship program designed to help aspiring and early-stage business owners develop the knowledge and skills needed to launch and grow successful businesses.

Dean Tracy Mulvaney, left, and the front of the UNCP School of Education building on the right
July 27 Mark Locklear

Dean Tracy Mulvaney Appointed to State Board of Education Task Force on Teacher Preparation

Dr. Tracy Mulvaney, dean of the School of Education at UNC Pembroke, has been appointed to the State Board of Education’s Task Force on Educator Licensure and Advancement, a statewide initiative charged with strengthening how North Carolina prepares, licenses and supports educators throughout their careers.

John Squier

UNCP Graduate John Squier Selected for Prestigious UNC System Presidential Scholars Program

UNC Pembroke graduate and former student body president John Squier has been selected as a 2026-27 UNC System Presidential Scholar.

Marty Stuart, a five-time Grammy winner and Country Music Hall of Fame inductee, will kick off GPAC's 2026-27 Season when Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives hit the stage on September 18

GPAC Announces 2026-2027 season

Givens Performing Arts Center welcomes legendary artists and world-class productions to the stage for its 2026-27 season, promising music, dance, culture and family entertainment.