Alumni Association
Always a Brave.



Alumni Benefits
All alumni are members of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni Association and have access to exclusive perks:
- Alumni Events – Special invitations to Homecoming, reunions, and local alumni gatherings
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Career Services – Resume support, job search tools and networking opportunities
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Library Access – Continued access to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø library resources
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Campus Recreation – Discounted access to the Jones Center and its wellness facilities
Get Involved
There are many ways to stay engaged with 51³Ô¹ÏÍø:
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Update Your Information – Ensure you’re getting news, invitations and updates
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– Mentor students, support events or join a committee
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Attend Events – Reconnect through reunions, regional gathering and signature events like the Alumni Awards
Stay Connected
Being part of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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
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Recent Alumni Spotlights
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.
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.
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