UNCP Seeks Community Input to Help Shape 2026–2031 Strategic Plan
UNC Pembroke is shaping its next five-year vision and inviting the campus and community to take part. As work continues on the 2026–2031 Strategic Plan, students, faculty, staff, alumni and partners are encouraged to share their feedback and help define the university’s path forward.
A Shared Vision: Transforming Healthcare, One Story at a Time
Shannon Cummings doesn’t remember a time when her father was healthy. From the moment she could read, she was by his side — helping manage his medications, keeping track of appointments and eventually driving him to dialysis treatments.
No Brave Left Behind: A First Lady’s Mission to Keep Students Enrolled
When First Lady Rebecca Cummings learned that more than 200 UNC Pembroke students were at risk of being dropped due to small outstanding balances, she knew she had to act.
UNCP to Offer Free Bioprocessing Training for Entry-Level Biomanufacturing Jobs
UNC Pembroke will offer a free, two-week bioprocessing course to prepare individuals for entry-level roles in the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
Dr. Austin Deese: Champion for Animal Welfare
Austin Deese has been drawn to the world of animal care for as long as he can remember. He has come to appreciate the human-animal bond and unconditional love from his four-legged friends.
Head of the Class with Hannah Pearson
At just 18, Hannah Pearson is on the fast track to becoming one of North Carolina’s youngest teachers — a passion inspired by her mother, a dedicated educator and UNCP alumna.
River Ryan’s Resilience Shines on Baseball’s Biggest Stage
When River Ryan ’21 stepped onto the pitcher’s mound at Dodger Stadium on July 22, 2024, it felt nothing short of surreal
Guardians of the Grid Get Their Start in Cybersecurity
At any given moment, somewhere in the world, a cyberattack is unfolding. A hospital’s patient database is locked by ransomware.
Cinderella Ballet Donates Tickets to Hearts for the Arts
World Ballet Company shared the magic of Cinderella with the community by donating 200 tickets to GPAC’s Hearts for the Arts fund ahead of their Sept. 30 show at UNC Pembroke.
A Legacy of Giving: Taley and Jordan Hunt’s Commitment to Student Success
For Taley and Jordan Hunt, giving back to UNC Pembroke is more than just a way to honor their alma mater — it’s a commitment to ensuring future students have the support they need to succeed.