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GPAC kicks off new year with a celebration of Smokey Robinson

Charl Brown, the actor who received a Tony Award nomination for his portrayal of Smokey Robinson in Broadway’s “Motown: The Musical,” is performing “Smokey & Me: A Celebration of Smokey Robinson” at the Givens Performing Arts Center at UNC Pembroke.

History students create Lumbee history driving tour

Kevin Melvin has high hopes for a new interactive that helps visitors navigate some of the area's most historic sites, from the Nort

Dr. Kelly Ficklin receives Outstanding Allyship Award

UNC Pembroke associate professor Dr. Kelly Ficklin is the 2023 Outstanding Allyship Award recipient.

51�Թ��� names Dr. Tracy Mulvaney dean of School of Education

Dr. Tracy Mulvaney, a proven leader with three decades of educational experience spanning K-12 to higher education, has been named dean of the School of Education at UNC Pembroke.

UNC Pembroke awards 983 degrees at Winter Commencement

When Anthony Guerra decided to leave his job as a detective to pursue a college degree, he convinced his wife, Blanca, to further her education, too.

McGee, Haladay to deliver Winter Commencement address

Dr. Jerry McGee, president emeritus of Wingate University and longtime American Indian studies professor Dr. Jane Haladay, will give the Winter Commencement address at UNC Pembroke this weekend.

Biomanufacturing Training to be hosted at UNC Pembroke

UNC Pembroke and North Carolina Central University today announced an inaugural bioprocessing training to help students and residents prepare for entry level positions in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

REACH Fellows gain exposure by presenting at national conferences

Christopher Green’s passion for history and sports inspired the UNC Pembroke senior to dive deeply into minor league baseball logos.

51�Թ��� to confer honorary doctorate degree to Chagall lecturer, author Vivian R. Jacobson

Vivian R. Jacobson has dedicated more than half of her life to researching, studying and lecturing on one of the 20^th century’s most revered artists––Marc Chagall.

Mother and son set to turn tassels together at 51�Թ��� Commencement

At 50, Tanya Locklear is fulfilling her lifelong dream of becoming a college graduate. Locklear overcame years of adversity, personal challenges and significant health issues to arrive at UNC Pembroke Winter Commencement.

Inaugural class of Omicron Delta Kappa inducted at 51�Թ���

Fifty-two members of the UNC Pembroke community were inducted into the prestigious Omicron Delta Kappa honor society during a ceremony at the University Center Annex on Friday, December 1. 

51�Թ���’s Anna Grossheim – All-American soccer star, local hero

Anna Grossheim is a UNC Pembroke soccer superstar by day. Real-life superhero by night.

Lighting of Old Main at 51�Թ��� set for November 28

UNC Pembroke will host the annual Lighting of Old Main at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 28.

There will be light refreshments, entertainment and a special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus. The event is free and open to the public.

51�Թ��� earns accreditation for educator prep programs

The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) announced that UNC Pembroke is one of 34 providers to receive accreditation for their educator preparation programs.

51�Թ��� receives $25K for Julian T. Pierce Memorial Scholarship

The Julian T. Pierce Memorial Initiative Committee made a $25,000 contribution to UNC Pembroke during a check presentation ceremony at the former site of the N.C. Legal Aid Office in Pembroke on November 20.

Poverty simulation gives 51�Թ��� students valuable insight

UNC Pembroke students participated in a Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) this week, offering them a greater understanding of the challenges faced by impoverished individuals.

Annual Music Department Holiday Extravaganza Concert is December 1

The 51�Թ��� Music Department is celebrating the gift of music with the Holiday Extravaganza, an annual concert event to raise money for music scholarships at © Copyright 2025 51�Թ���.

51�Թ��� senior capstone exhibition “Hidden Lives” on display

The senior capstone exhibition “Hidden Lives” will be on display at the A.D. Gallery at UNC Pembroke November 14 through December 1.

51�Թ���’s Magally Ortiz-Rojas receives Community Impact Student Award

UNC Pembroke junior Magally Ortiz-Rojas is the recipient of the 2023 Community Impact Award by NC Campus Engagement for her commitment and contribution to civic and community engagement.

51�Թ��� honors student veterans, active-duty members

Native New Yorkers, like Rizihery Saenz, will forever be impacted by 9/11. Shortly after the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil, Saenz relocated with his family to North Carolina.