UNC Pembroke News

Bioprocessing Training

51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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.

Austin Deese
October 20 Mark Locklear

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.

Hannah Pearson
October 20 Mark Locklear

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 51³Ô¹ÏÍø alumna.

River Ryan
October 17 Mark Locklear

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

Taylor Harris
October 17 Mark Locklear

Double Duty: Taylor Harris Excels as a Two-Sport Athlete

While his baseball teammates grab their bats and gloves and head to practice, Taylor Harris is lacing up cleats and strapping on his football helmet — the life of a rare two-sport athlete.

cybersecurity escape room
October 16 Chad Locklear

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
October 16 James Bass

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.

Taley and Jordan Hunt Braves Resource Center
October 16 Mark Locklear

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.

Trey Allen
October 16 Mark Locklear

Trey Allen: A Lifelong Scholar of Law & Leadership

Before Trey Allen '97 ever sat behind a judge’s bench, before he advised Marine Corps generals on legal matters or counseled North Carolina’s top judges, he was a young boy in Robeson County, lost in the pages of history books.

Anna Grossheim
October 15 Mark Locklear

Anna Grossheim Duncan: More Than A Jersey, A Leader

At first glance, Anna Grossheim Duncan’s story reads like a classic collegiate standout — record-breaking statistics, championship titles and shelves lined with awards. But those details only scratch the surface.