
51³Ô¹ÏÍø Professor Lays Groundwork for Study Abroad Program Immersing Students in the World of C.S. Lewis
This summer, Dr. Nikolay (Nick) Petrov, assistant professor of Religion at UNC Pembroke, spent time at the Marion E. Wade Center at Wheaton College, one of the foremost research institutions dedicated to British writers such as C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien.

Dr. Ashley B. Allen named chair of NC ACE Women’s Network
UNC Pembroke Associate Dean Dr. Ashley Batts Allen has been named chair of the North Carolina ACE Women’s Network, a state-level affiliate of the American Council on Education dedicated to advancing women in higher education.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø to host several events to celebrate Lumbee Homecoming
UNC Pembroke invites the public to celebrate the 56th annual Lumbee Homecoming, June 24-July 6, in Pembroke, NC.

Update: Barnes & Noble College Online Bookstore Launches June 24
UNC Pembroke is moving forward with its transition to Barnes & Noble College as the campus bookstore provider.

McKenzie-Elliott School of Nursing Receives 10-Year CCNE Accreditation
The McKenzie-Elliott School of Nursing at UNC Pembroke has been granted a full 10-year accreditation for its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), which will extend through June 30, 2035.

From Cadet to Commander: Col. Chad Mixon Inspires the Next Generation
As garrison commander of Fort Bragg – the largest military installation in the world - Col. Chad Mixon oversees operations that impact more than 264,000 people. But this spring, his mission brought him home to UNC Pembroke, where his journey as a leader began.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Scholars Dive Into the Future of Food Through Bezos-Backed Research Program
At UNC Pembroke, students aren’t just studying the future – they’re helping shape it. Thanks to a transformative partnership with the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein at N.C. State University, five standout Braves are stepping into the spotlight as Bezos Scholars, exploring cutting-edge solutions in sustainable food production.

Neuroscientist Professor Ben Bahr Awarded $1.1 Million for Alzheimer’s Research
In a significant boost for Alzheimer’s disease research in North Carolina, Dr. Ben Bahr — a nationally recognized neuroscientist and the William C. Friday Distinguished Professor at UNC Pembroke — has been awarded a $1.1 million grant from NCInnovation.

Michael Passamuntu: A Passion for Wellness, a Future in Leadership
As he crossed the graduation stage once more earlier this month, Michael Passamuntu celebrated the completion of his Master of Arts in sports administration at UNC Pembroke but also years of deep involvement, leadership and transformation within the campus recreation community he’s helped shape.