UNC Pembroke News

More than 60 parents and families from the Public Schools of Robeson County’s Children’s Theatre Arts Program enjoyed the national broadway tour of the Addams Family on September 18, 2025
September 30 Mark Locklear

Hearts for the Arts Opens Doors for Local Students to Experience Theatrical Performances

Thanks to the generosity of donors and corporate sponsors, more than 60 children and families from the Public Schools of Robeson County’s Children’s Theatre Arts Program experienced the magic of Broadway at the Givens Performing Arts Center.

patrons attend art exhibit
September 29 Mark Locklear

A.D. Gallery Announces Call for Entries for 15th Annual International Juried Exhibition

The A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke is accepting submissions for its 15th Annual International Juried Exhibition, “Belonging,” on view February 12 through March 6, 2026.

Leah Paul
September 26 Mark Locklear

Pathways to Medicine: Brody Scholars Share Their Journeys

Through mentorship, outreach and personalized support, UNCP prepares students like Leah Paul and Braydann Revels to pursue careers in medicine while remaining committed to serving rural and underserved communities.

UNCP building with no. 15 top pubic schools ranking from U.S. News and World Report
September 23

UNCP a Top 15 Public Regional University and Among Best for Military-Affiliated Students

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is one of the top 15 public regional universities in the South, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges Rankings, which were released today.

Dr. Jonathan Drahos Receives URTA Award in Undergraduate Training in Acting
September 22 Mark Locklear

Prepared for the Stage and Beyond: Dr. Jonathan Drahos Receives URTA Award in Undergraduate Training in Acting

When Cameron Holder arrived at graduate school, she was ready. Confident, disciplined and equipped with the tools to thrive, she credits her preparation to the rigorous theatre arts training she received under Dr. Jonathan Drahos at UNC Pembroke.

Senora Lynch
September 19 Mark Locklear

UNCP to Showcase Acclaimed Potter Senora Lynch in Eighth Biennial Native American Art Exhibition

Nationally acclaimed Haliwa-Saponi potter Senora Lynch, whose work blends traditional techniques with powerful storytelling, will be the featured artist in UNC Pembroke’s Eighth Biennial Native American Art Exhibition, on view Sept. 18 through Oct. 16 at the A.D. Gallery.

Carrie Lowry Schuettpelz

UNCP to Host Author Carrie Lowry Schuettpelz for Book Talk on The Indian Card

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke will welcome author and policy scholar Carrie Lowry Schuettpelz to campus to discuss her debut nonfiction book, The Indian Card: Who Gets to Be Native in America

Melanie Scrudder (left) won first place in the 2025 Art Alumni Biennial Juried Exhibition. Also pictured is juror September Krueger

UNC Pembroke Celebrates Creativity with 2025 Art Alumni Biennial Juried Exhibition

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke proudly announces the 2025 UNCP Art Alumni Biennial Juried Exhibition.

Commander John B. Herrington
September 15 Mark Locklear

Native American Astronaut John Herrington to Speak at UNC Pembroke

The Museum of the Southeast American Indian at UNC Pembroke will host Commander John B. Herrington, a trailblazing astronaut and member of the Chickasaw Nation, for a special public presentation.

The Addams Family musical comes to the GPAC stage on September 18
September 15 James Bass

The Addams Family Musical Brings Spooky Fun to GPAC

They’re creepy, they’re kooky, they’re mysterious, and they’re coming to the Givens Performing Arts Center (GPAC) at UNC Pembroke on September 18 at 7:30 p.m. Join everyone’s favorite wacky family on the national Broadway musical tour of The Addams Family.