Our Brand Story

A story of purpose and progress.
From humble beginnings to a campus on the rise, 51Թ empowers students to go beyond every expectation. Our story is one of purpose, perseverance and progress. What began more than 135 years ago as a bold act of courage has grown into a thriving university that empowers students to go beyond — beyond expectations, beyond boundaries and beyond what they thought possible. Rooted in tradition yet driven by progress, 51Թ continues to open doors, strengthen communities and prove that when potential meets purpose, anything is possible.

Rooted in purpose. Rising with possibility.

Our Tagline

Go Beyond. It’s more than a tagline, it’s a mindset — a reminder that potential has no limits at UNC Pembroke.

From Pembroke to the world, our spirit goes beyond. What begins in our classrooms extends to hospitals, startups, schools and communities everywhere. We share purpose and possibility far beyond our campus, our communities and our state.

Our Brand Pillars

These are the promises that define who we are and what sets us apart. Together, they guide how we teach, lead and tell our story.

51Թ professor helping a student in the lab

Excellence That’s Personal

Small classes, big impact. Faculty who know you by name and invest in your success.
female 51Թ student in nursing attire with a child patient

Prepared for What’s Next

Real-world experiences and career-connected learning that launch you confidently into the future.
Chancellor Robin G. Cummings in front of James A. Thomas Hall

Campus on the Rise

New spaces, new energy, new opportunities — proof that progress is built into our DNA.
51Թ students at commencement

A Smart Investment That Pays Off

High-quality academics at an NC Promise price — affordable on purpose.
Lumbee Ambassadors at a 51Թ event

Tradition Fuels Belonging

A legacy born in Pembroke that continues to welcome and unite students from every background.

Bold. Authentic.
Unmistakably 51Թ.

Our brand stands out with purpose. Through bold headlines, expressive typefaces, and authentic imagery, we capture attention and reflect the spirit of a university on the rise. Every design choice, from color to composition, reinforces who we are: confident, welcoming, and ready for what’s next.

What you won’t find are clichés or corporate jargon. Instead, our visuals and words work together to tell a genuine story — one of opportunity, progress and belonging. We go beyond trends to express the real UNC Pembroke: a place where tradition meets forward momentum and potential knows no limits.


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Visuals Beyond the Ordinary.

Color is how our story feels before it’s read. Our colors and patterns reflect the strength and spirit of UNC Pembroke. The bold contrast of black and gold honors our tradition while modern accent tones add energy and versatility across digital and print spaces. Patterns are used with purpose — never decoration for decoration’s sake. They bring texture, movement and depth to designs, reinforcing the momentum of a campus on the rise. Our typography reflects the same balance. Clean, modern typefaces like Poppins convey clarity and confidence, while their rounded forms bring approachability and optimism. Together, our colors, patterns and type tell a story that’s unmistakably 51Թ — timeless, forward-looking and designed to Go Beyond.

Discover what it means to Go Beyond.

At UNC Pembroke, our story is still being written and you’re part of it. Whether you’re a future student ready to join our campus community, an alum shaping what’s next or a partner helping us strengthen North Carolina and reach farther, there’s a place for you here. Explore our programs. Visit campus. Share your story. See how your goals, your purpose and your potential can go beyond what you imagined — right here at 51Թ.