Student Services and Resources

Accessibility Resource Center

Accessibility Resource Center | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) is designed to assist students covered under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Students with disabilities may receive assistance by contacting ARC, located in the Dr. Joseph B. Oxendine Administrative Building, Room 110. Regular operating hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Appointments during business hours are requested and can be made by emailing arc@uncp.edu or by calling (910) 521-6695. After-hours appointments may be made on an as-needed basis.

The Accessibility Resource Center will (1) provide guidelines for documenting disabilities; (2) discern eligibility for services; (3) determine reasonable accommodations; and (4) facilitate appropriate accommodations. Contact the Accessibility Resource Center for additional information.

Bookstore

UNCP Bookstore | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The goal of the UNCP Bookstore is to enhance student’s educational experience with a complete selection of course materials, school supplies, spirit wear, gifts, electronics, Apple products and more. The UNCP Bookstore is located in the Auxiliary Services Building and the telephone number is 910.521.6222.

Regular hours of operation are Monday - Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday 7:45 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. For the most updated hours of operation for the Bookstore and Convenience Store, visit uncpshop.com.

Return Policy

Textbooks purchased outside of the Follett Access program may be returned for full credit within the first seven days of the fall and spring semesters and within the first three days of the summer I and II sessions. Refer to the paragraph above if requesting a refund due to opting out of the Follett Access program. Textbooks for pre-sessions and all other abbreviated sessions are eligible for a refund within the first 72 hours of the time of purchase during the first two days of class. The original itemized receipt is required for all refunds. New books must be in the original selling condition in order to be returned for a full refund. A full refund cannot be given for textbooks that have been written in, had the plastic removed or have been damaged in any way. They can be evaluated for buyback in the event a return is refused. Electronics must be returned within 14 days of purchase and cannot be opened. If electronics are opened a refund will be refused.

General merchandise can be returned up to 30 days after purchase with a valid sales receipt. An exchange will be processed without the receipt, provided the merchandise is in original condition with the tags still attached. All purchases made during the financial aid period must be returned by the last day of financial aid.

Textbook Usage Policy

Each professor will have the right to select textbooks for each course he or she instructs, subject to these university regulations:

• Textbooks selected will be retained for a minimum of one regular term semester.
• It is permissible to use different textbooks where multiple sections of the same course are taught.
• No professor is authorized to order textbooks other than through their department head and the bookstore.

Textbook Buyback

The bookstore will buy back books at any time except during the financial aid charge periods. The amount paid will be determined by the national wholesale buying guide and campus needs. See store for details. Please visit bkstr.com/uncpstore/help-faq for more details and the most up-to-date textbook information.

Check-Cashing Policy

The bookstore does not cash checks. Checks are accepted for payment at the exact amount of the purchase. All returned checks will be sent to FedChex for collection.

Textbook Webpage

Students can access textbook information via UNCP’s Textbook web page at uncpshop.com. 

Brave Start Program

Brave Start Program | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Brave Start Program (formerly College Opportunity Program) is designed to admit a limited number of students who meet most, but not all, of The University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s regular admission standards. Students are selected based on high school academic record, scholastic standing in the high school graduating class, and SAT or ACT scores (optional). The application for admission should be filed as early as possible.  Students enroll in the summer prior to their first year in college.

Students enter the Brave Start Program based on recommendations from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, and students enroll in courses designed to develop academic skills which will be necessary for their success at UNC Pembroke. In the Fall and Spring Semesters, the student can register for 15-16 hours of academic coursework. In addition, students meet regularly with Brave Start advisors for academic counseling as well as participate in special programs throughout the academic year. Students who meet the University’s academic eligibility requirements and have successfully completed the Program (made a “C” or higher in ENG 1050 and ENG 1060) then continue at the University as other regularly admitted students.

Braves (ID) Card

Braves Card Office | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Braves Card, a non-transferable photo identification card, is issued to each student enrolled at the University of North Carolina Pembroke. The Braves Card allows access to the Mary Livermore Library, athletic events, Student Health Services, recreational services and the Givens Performing Arts Center (GPAC). For students that have meal plans or Dining Dollars, Braves Cards are set to work in campus dining facilities. Students that have Braves Dollars can use their Braves Cards in all dining facilities, in Mail and Print Services, as well as for laundry and vending. Students who receive allowances from the Financial Aid Office (loans, grants, scholarships and/or V.A.) are able to use their Braves Cards in the campus bookstore, during charge periods. Braves Cards are made from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Braves Card Office is located in the Auxiliary & Business Services building near Mail Services. The email address is: bravescard.id@uncp.edu and the phone number is: 910.521.6844. Login to BraveWeb to access Atrium Connect, for 24/7 account maintenance.

The following policies are in effect for the Braves Card:

• All currently enrolled students must present a nine-digit Banner ID number (840#) and valid state/government-issued photo identification (driver’s license, learner’s permit, non-driver’s ID, tribal enrollment card, military ID or passport) to receive a Braves Card.
• Distance Education students must visit the Braves Card Office with valid state/government-issued ID and Banner ID number (840#)
• Braves Cards are the property of the University of North Carolina Pembroke.
• Braves Cards are valid upon admission to the university; they are issued once, last five years and are active upon a student’s enrollment for the current semester. Braves Cards activate and deactivate according to enrollment status.
• Lost or stolen Braves Cards must be deactivated immediately by logging into Atrium Connect or by contacting the Braves Card office if lost during regular business hours.
• Students are allowed to receive one free temporary card per academic year (fall to spring). Temporary cards last 7 days.
• A non-refundable, non-waivable fee of $30 will be collected for lost, stolen or mishandled Braves Cards. Braves Cards that are damaged due to normal wear and tear are replaced at no charge.
• Payment of the replacement fee constitutes an authorization for deactivation and deletion of missing ID card records from UNCP’s card database. Once that occurs, the previous card can never be reactivated.
• If a student withdraws from the university, their Braves Card must be returned to the Braves Card Office.
• Dining Dollars and Braves Dollars do not expire and rollover continuously. Only Braves Dollars are refundable. Braves Dollars balances of at least $10 can be refunded upon graduation, official withdrawal or at the end of each semester.

Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Campus Recreation believes leisure, physical activity and enjoyment are vital to a person’s total wellbeing. Based upon this belief, Campus Recreation provides a broad and diversified program of recreational activities for the university’s students, faculty and staff.  IMLeagues is Campus Recreations online registration platform (located in BraveWeb) where patrons have the option to register for intramural activities, club sports, group fitness classes, and trips thru the Adventureship Program. IMLeagues also provides access to other forms of recreation through the use of the Campbell Wellness Center, Aquatics Center, Auxiliary Gym, Fitness Studio, and Disc Golf Course. Campus Recreation complements the learning experience by providing our diverse campus community the opportunity to develop a healthy active lifestyle through positive social interactions, lifelong wellness education and innovative and inclusive recreational programming. The office of Campus Recreation is located in the Jones Building Rm. 1192. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, access the Campus Recreation web page at uncp.edu/campusrec/. 

CARE Team

CARE Team | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Ensuring a safe and supportive campus environment is a shared responsibility among university employees. The CARE Team was established to coordinate communication, collaboration, and response efforts for student wellness and behavior concerns. It serves as a centralized resource for identifying and addressing student challenges, meeting weekly to assess cases and develop appropriate support strategies. The CARE Team identifies, assesses, and supports students displaying concerning behavior while coordinating campus-wide efforts to assist students and ensure community safety. It educates and empowers faculty, staff, and students to recognize, report, and address problematic, disruptive, or harmful behaviors. Additionally, the team provides consultation and intervention assistance to prevent issues from escalating and tracks and analyzes reports to detect patterns and improve student support services. By facilitating early intervention and comprehensive support, the CARE Team helps students navigate challenges before they become critical. For more information, access the CARE Team webpage at uncp.edu/care. 

Career Center

Career Center | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Career Center is located in the James B. Chavis Student Center, Room 221. The Career Center assists students and alumni with any career planning, from internship and job search to applying to graduate school.  Career advisors help students decide on a major, explore career options, develop internship and job search strategies, apply to graduate schools and market their qualifications through resume, cover letter and personal statement writing and interview skills practice. The Career Center coordinates the On-Campus Student Employment Program for students seeking on-campus jobs. The Career Center’s website provides 24/7 services including a Career Development Guide and the online platform, Handshake, for students to activate their student account, schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor, post their resumes, apply for internships and jobs, network with employers and develop effective career planning skills. The What Can I Do With This Major software on the Career Center’s website helps students identify all of the career options related to their degree. The resource Focus2 helps students relate their interests, values and skills to a career that may be best suited for them.

Workshops are offered throughout the year on a wide range of career planning topics. Events are scheduled annually including career exploration trips, etiquette dinners, networking and career fairs to help students and alumni explore career options, connect with recruiters and achieve their career goals.

The Career Center builds and maintains partnerships with recruiters from business, industry, government, health care, public education and graduate schools to increase the quality of internship, job and graduate school opportunities for students.

For more information, access the Career Center’s website at uncp.edu/campus-life/career-center/. 

Computing Resources

Student Computing Recommendations | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

DoIT provides each student access to a number of technology services including BraveWeb, Canvas, the campus network, and network file storage. All students receive a BraveMail email account in Office365. All students, faculty, and staff also have full access to the collaborative tools offered through Office 365, Google Suite for Higher Education, and Webex. Access to all services is enabled through an individual network account created for each student when enrolled. Go to uncp.edu/doit for information about all of these resources.

Computer labs are available throughout the campus. The labs located in academic buildings are available to all students when not otherwise occupied by a class. The computer lab on the second floor of Mary Livermore Library is available during the library’s operating hours. The computer lab on the first floor of the James B. Chavis University Center is open to all students, and the schedule is posted in the University Center.

Counseling and Psychological Services

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

UNCP Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides clinical mental health services to enhance the well-being and academic success of students as well as to foster a supportive and healthy campus environment. This is achieved through providing a comprehensive range of the following services: individual and group counseling, crisis management, consultation and referral, and prevention education to the campus community. CAPS assists students in achieving their educational goals by fostering resilience and guiding students toward increased capacity for positive relationships and life-long learning. 

The center offers confidential therapy and psychiatric evaluation by licensed providers and clinical trainees to UNCP students at no cost. Additional prevention education resources and programs are provided to empower students to recognize early signs of distress and provide strategies to maintain well-being.

Counseling and Psychological Services is located on the second floor of the Brave Health Center. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact the office by phone at 910.521.6202 or email caps@uncp.edu. After-hours support is available by phone at 910-775-4749. For more information, access the CAPS webpage at uncp.edu/caps/, 

Dining Services

UNCP Dining | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Campus dining is dedicated to providing quality food service to the entire campus community. From engaging student programming to nutritious and healthy meals, our managers are focused on expert delivery of our services. Each of our dining locations is open to anyone who visits campus and we encourage everyone to experience the convenience and variety offered in each. We take great pride in the many ways in which we support your goals and enhance quality of life on your campus.

Students who live on campus in a residence hall are required to purchase a meal plan. 

For more information on Dining Services, see our website: uncp.sodexomyway.com.

Flex Dollars

Declining dollar balances that can be used at any of the on-campus eateries, including the Dining Hall, Starbucks, Papa John’s Pizza, Eat Café and Bites, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Chick-fil-A, Cafe 641 and Brave’s Place. Unused Flex Dollars rollover from fall to spring semester.

Dining Dollars

Declining balance account, with a 10% discount at all dining locations with the exception of Chick-fil-A. Any unused funds transfer from semester to semester as long as you are enrolled in the university. Additional Dining Dollars can be purchased at any time.

Braves Dollars

Campus funds that are accepted all over campus, including all Braves dining locations. Campus dining continually strives to put the customer first. We sincerely hope our efforts make your life easier and every interaction you have with our facilities, employees and services is a pleasant one. If a customer misplaces or loses their meal card, the Braves Card Office should be contacted immediately. If the original card is not recovered, the student must pay a nonrefundable fee for a new card. These cards, as well as replacements, can be obtained from the Braves Card Office, Auxiliary Services Building, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Division of Information Technology (DoIT)

Division of Information Technology | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) builds and maintains the computing infrastructure and services that UNCP’s students, faculty, and staff rely on to do their work.

BraveWifi, eduroam, and UNCP-Guest wireless access provide Braves and campus visitors with access to Internet resources. To register for BraveWifi or eduroam, connect to that network and enter your username and password. Campus visitors, including parents, have access to the UNCP-Guest wireless network.

Assistance with technology-related issues is available through the DoIT Help Desk in the Dr. Joseph B. Oxendine Administrative Building, room 160, or 910.521.6260. Support hours vary with holidays and semester breaks. For up-to-date information, go to uncp.edu/doit/helpdesk. Questions and concerns may also be addressed to DoIT via our online ITSM Self Service portal or via email to helpdesk@uncp.edu. Use ITSM Self Service to submit a request for assistance. The Self Service login page is available by clicking the “ITSM Self Service - ServiceNow” link in the Quicklinks menu on the UNCP homepage.

English Language Institute

English Language Institute | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The English Language Institute (ELI) offers innovative programs in English as a Second Language (ESL) to UNCP’s growing population of international students. Overseen by the Office of Global Engagement, ELI offers high-quality English instruction to non-native speakers. ELI’s ESL instruction prepares international students to succeed, both academically and culturally, within the UNCP community, whether in the classroom or off-campus in social or professional settings. In addition to the achievement of linguistic competency, the program also aims at making international students more comfortable with, and better-informed of, life in the United States. A significant amount of content and opportunity is used through current and cultural events and by means of local and regional excursions.

Givens Performing Arts Center

Givens Performing Arts Center (GPAC) | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The 1,600-seat Givens Performing Arts Center (GPAC), on the campus of the University of North Carolina Pembroke, is one of the finest performing arts venues in the southeast. Since opening in 1975, some of the world’s greatest artists and productions have graced the GPAC stage. From national Broadway tours to show-stopping concerts and family entertainment, the GPAC hosts a variety of university, community and regional events. The GPAC also presents both a touring season, featuring Broadway musicals and plays, as well as culturally diverse concerts, special events and other performing artists. The GPAC introduces elementary school children to the arts with various productions each season, as well. The GPAC is also the home stage for the University Theatre Department. Each season, University Theatre students produce and present several popular productions. The mission of the Givens Performing Arts Center is to enhance and enrich the cultural development of the university and its constituency in the region by offering a diversified selection of multidisciplinary arts experiences. The Givens Performing Arts Center is committed to promoting cultural awareness as a lifelong experience and continuing appreciation for diverse cultures through the presentation of quality local, national and international artists. For a complete list of events, special promotions and information on discounts available to UNCP students, visit uncp.edu/gpac.

Global Engagement

Global Engagement | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

In today’s global economy, the need for college graduates equipped with the skills to succeed in an international and multi-cultural capacity, and for faculty prepared to teach them, has never been greater. Citizens need to understand the current world, the challenges that it presents, and the benefits to be gained from informed participation with an international scope. Businesses, likewise, must be prepared to compete within a modern and contemporary marketplace.

The Office of Global Engagement advises the university and other interested parties on international matters, directs and carries out the university’s international education activities, and serves as its main representation abroad. Consistent with its mandate to broaden the global scope of the university community and to serve as a dynamic resource for the local community and beyond, the office serves as a UNCP representative on the world stage. It recruits and supports high-quality international degree-seeking and exchange students from all over the world. Global Engagement offers, creates, and manages Study Abroad opportunities for UNCP students and offers students and parents alike outstanding support from pre-departure onwards. It also serves as an internationalization support office for UNCP faculty and for inbound and resident foreign scholars, and it works with industry and community leaders to promote international understanding and skill sets. The Office of Global Engagement also directs the English Language Institute, which is described in more detail in the section below.

Working with the University Counsel, Global Engagement is responsible for seeking and managing international contracts with many of high-profile institutions throughout the world and offers (in concert with various other UNCP offices and academic departments) cooperative degree and non-degree programs with partner institutions abroad. 

Housing and Residence Life

Housing and Residence Life | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Housing and Residence Life is an integral part of the educational program at UNCP. Campus housing is more than a place to sleep-it is “home” for many students. On-campus housing provides reasonably priced living communities that are safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained. On campus housing communities complement, support and encourage student development and academic success through purposeful programs and services. Well-trained, upper-class students are employed as resident advisors within the residence halls and are available to provide information, assist with the transition to on-campus living and assist with developing community. 

All students living on campus must be enrolled for at least six (6) semester hours or more for undergraduate students and three (3) semester hours for graduate students. 

For information related to Housing and Residence Life policies and regulations, refer to the Resident Handbook, located on the website at uncp.edu/housing. The Resident Handbook is a supplemental to the Housing Contract that is electronically signed by students, which is the binding agreement between the university and the student.

Freshmen and Sophomore Residency Requirement

Freshmen and sophomore students at UNCP are required to reside on campus during their first two academic years as members of the university. Students subject to this requirement may request a housing waiver if they meet certain criteria (documentation will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis). A student requesting a waiver should submit the form by the deadline of June 30 for students beginning the fall semester and November 30 for students beginning in the spring semester. Students can learn more about this requirement and request a waiver at uncp.edu/waivehousing.

Institutional Research

Institutional Research | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Office of Institutional Research serves as a centralized data resource, providing strategic, timely, and accurate information to support institutional planning, assessment, and decision-making. It develops and monitors performance indicators to measure institutional effectiveness and progress toward strategic goals. The office ensures compliance with federal, state, UNC system, and accrediting agency reporting requirements, oversees and maintains official institutional data, and prepares enrollment projection models to assist in planning. It administers and analyzes institution-wide surveys and assessments, sharing results with the campus community. Additionally, it conducts research studies to support academic and administrative departments in program review, assessment, and accreditation. Serving as a consultant, the office helps facilitate a data-driven decision-making process at all levels of the university.

Intercollegiate Athletics

Athletics | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke excels in athletics in both men’s and women’s competition. Recognition is achieved through competition in Conference Carolinas, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA Division II). Seven men’s sports and nine women’s sports give UNC Pembroke recognition at the local, state, and national levels. Men’s varsity sports are sponsored in baseball, basketball, cross country, football, indoor and outdoor track and field, and wrestling while women’s sports include basketball, softball, volleyball, cross country, indoor and outdoor track and field, golf, soccer, and swimming and diving. In addition to varsity sports, the Athletics Department also provides support to the Spirit Squad (cheer and dance).

The purposes of the intercollegiate athletic program at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke are to promote the roles of athletics in support of the stated mission of the university and to promote the education and development of students through participation in intercollegiate athletics. Such participation is seen as a direct contributor to “changing lives through education,” an experience which enhances and enriches the social and physical lives of students. Athletics primary goal is to develop successful adults through their collegiate athletics participation at UNCP. The athletic program encourages broad student involvement and is committed to protecting and developing the physical and educational welfare of the student-athletes who participate as players as well as the students who participate as spectators.

Student-athletes are expected to strive toward becoming positive role models both on campus and in the university community, and to carry out their academic responsibilities as they progression toward meeting requirements for their degree program.

Conference Carolinas is the largest all-sports conference in Division II, sponsoring twenty-nine championships. UNC Pembroke’s history is steeped with a very rich tradition, while the university’s programs have seen success at the conference level and have advanced to compete at the national level. UNCP has won over 30 conference championships in the past 5 seasons and is the first program in Conference Carolinas history to sweep the overall excellence, men’s and women’s Hawn Cup’s in back-to-back seasons.

Athletic grants‑in‑aid, as established by the NCAA, are offered in all of UNCP’s intercollegiate sports programs for both men and women upon recommendation of the head coach and approval of the Director of Athletics. Tryout opportunities for walk-on roster spots do occur, and are at the discretion of each coaching staff depending on roster availability.

James B. Chavis Student Center 

The James B. Chavis Student Center | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The James B. Chavis Student Center is the central hub for student engagement, leadership development, and campus activities at UNCP. It provides co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities in a values-based, student-centered environment. The Office for Campus Engagement and Leadership supports student organizations, including fraternities and sororities, while fostering leadership and peer connections. Students can visit Suite 243 to get involved. The Student Center enhances campus life by offering gathering spaces, programs, and essential services, housing Career Services, Housing and Residence Life, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Student Activities. The Student Organization Resource Center (SORC) supports all student organizations and houses the offices of SGA, PAC, RHA, and AGC.

Service areas include a computer lab, Information Station, HawksNest game room and eSports arena, Dining Hall, Chick-fil-A, student lounges, and meeting rooms. The Annex serves as the primary programming venue with conference rooms, a multi-purpose space, and offices for the Division of Student Affairs and Dean of Students.

The HawksNest, located on the first floor, is available for students, faculty, and staff, with designated community access times. It features gaming areas and cornhole boards available for checkout with a valid UNCP student ID. Reservations for spaces can be made through the Facility Reservation System.

Reservations

The James B. Chavis Student Center and Annex offer reservable conference rooms, mall areas, and multipurpose spaces for chartered campus organizations, university departments, and approved external groups. New clubs may hold up to three interest meetings in the facility. To reserve a space, individuals must submit a request via the online Facilities Reservation System (FRS) at least seven working days before the event. Requests are typically confirmed within 48 hours. The host organization is responsible for facility use, equipment, and guest conduct. Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Late cancellations or no-shows by university departments or external groups incur a $150 fee. Additional cleaning or repairs result in a $25 per hour fee ($50 minimum). All catering must be coordinated through campus food services.

Student Organizations

The Student Center supports student involvement and engagement. With over 120 recognized student organizations, students are sure to find one that’s right for them. To see a current list of recognized student organizations visit uncp.edu/BraveConnect. For more information and to view the categories of student organizations at UNCP, please reference the Student Organization Handbook or contact the James B. Chavis Student Center.

Leadership, Learning and Community

Leadership, Learning and Community (LLC) | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Leadership, Learning and Community (LLC) office is located in the Dogwood Building. The LLC office provides opportunities for students to develop their knowledge and understanding of community and civic responsibility through educational programs, co-curricular service opportunities and academic service-learning. The LLC staff advises students on volunteerism, community service, social justice, civic engagement and responsible citizenship.

LLC provides an experiential learning approach to student development and active, responsible citizenship.  The core curriculum provides education, awareness and service opportunities for students to become actively engaged in social justice issues and civic responsibility. LLC builds and maintains partnerships with community agencies to provide students with these opportunities. In addition, the office hosts days of service, monthly service opportunities, alternative break trips and works with the Division of Academic Affairs to develop academic service-learning opportunities. Service-learning is a teaching and learning strategy that enriches academic and lifelong learning by engaging students in meaningful service to the community while gaining valuable knowledge and skills that integrate with course objectives. Students enrolled in service-learning courses are provided with opportunities to apply the concepts, skills and information learned in the classroom to real-world problems in the community.

Students may document their participation in civic development education and service opportunities via UNCP Serve, an online volunteer management system, to create a service transcript.

LLC houses the CARE Resource Center, UNCP’s on-campus food pantry and professional clothing closet. The CARE Resource Center is located in the Ebert House.

Mail Services

Mail Services | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Campus Mail Center is located at the front of the Auxiliary Services Building. Operating hours are from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. USPS mail is usually boxed by 12 p.m. each day, package pickup and other postal services are provided at the mail center. Please allow up to 24 hours to process all USPS, FedEx and UPS incoming packages. After processing, packages will be in the mail room for pickup and an email will be sent to your BraveMail address from mail.services@uncp.edu. Postage stamps and parcel postage via USPS and FedEx can be purchased at Mail Services. Outgoing USPS mail is delivered to Pembroke Post Office at 3:30 p.m. UPS packages are picked up at 10 a.m. and FedEx at 12 p.m. each day. Outgoing mailboxes are located at Mail Services in the Auxiliary Services Building and in most academic and administrative buildings.

In addition to regular U.S. postal service, Mail Services provides other services to students, faculty and staff.

These additional services include certified, return receipt, priority mail, insured, registered, express mail and FedEx. Some services require an additional handling fee. Ask for more details. The Braves Card, cash, personal checks and debit/credit cards are accepted as payment in Mail Services. Money orders are not available.

Mail Services is also an official Passport Application Acceptance Facility. Please visit travel.state.gov for more information.

Museum of the Southeast American Indian

The Museum of the Southeast American Indian | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Museum of the Southeast American Indian (formerly known as the Native American Resource Center) is a multi-faceted research institute and museum. The mission of the Museum of the Southeast American Indian is to educate and serve the public about the prehistory, history, culture, art, and contemporary issues of American Indians, with special emphasis on the Robeson County Native American community; to conduct scholarly research; to collect and preserve the material culture of Native America; to encourage American Indian artists and craftspersons; and to cooperate on a wide range of projects with other agencies concerned with American Indians.

Located on the first floor of Old Main, the Museum of the Southeast American Indian offers a rich collection of authentic American Indian artifacts, handicrafts, art, books, and audio and video recordings about Native Americans. An exciting variety of exhibits is on display, including prehistoric tools and weapons, 19th century Lumbee household and farm equipment, and contemporary Indian art. Indian cultures from various parts of the Americas are represented by characteristic artifacts. The Museum’s mission supports the mission of the University specifically by encouraging inclusion and appreciation of diverse cultures and by celebrating the heritage of the institution (founded as a school for American Indians). The Center’s mission also contributes to the University’s mission through service to and appreciation of our multi-ethnic regional society and by promoting active student learning and creative activity.

North Carolina Health Careers Access Program at UNCP (NC-HCAP)

Health Careers Access Program | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The North Carolina Health Careers Access Program (NC-HCAP) at UNC Pembroke is one of three centers in the UNC system, established to address the shortage of healthcare professionals, particularly among underrepresented and disadvantaged populations. Located in Jacobs Hall, Suite F, NC-HCAP provides recruitment, counseling, and enrichment services for students pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, optometry, veterinary medicine, public health, physical therapy, and other health-related fields.

NC-HCAP offers advisement, retention support, and enrichment services, including professional study guides, application assistance, mock interviews, and workshops on admissions, curriculum, and financial aid. Students can participate in seminars, speaker series, educational field trips, and networking opportunities with healthcare professionals and academic institutions. NC-HCAP sponsors the Health Careers Club, along with Pre-Dental, Pre-Physical Therapy, and Pre-Veterinary Medicine clubs.

The Clinical Health Summer Program (CHSP) provides a seven-week paid clinical and academic experience for underrepresented students interested in healthcare careers. Additionally, NC-HCAP partners with Robeson Community College to offer an EMT course each spring, allowing UNCP students to earn certification upon passing state and national exams.

For more information, visit uncp.edu/hcap or contact 910.521.6673 / hcap@uncp.edu.

Office of Online Learning (OOL)

Office of Online Learning | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Office of Online Learning (OOL) provides instructional support for faculty and staff to help faculty develop degree programs and courses. Online degree completion programs currently being offered are the B.A. in American Indian Studies, B.S. in Accounting and Business Administration, B.S. in Birth to Kindergarten Education (B-K), B.S. in Nursing (RN-BSN track), B.A. in Criminal Justice, B.A. in Sociology, and the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (B.I.S.). Also, the Academically & Intellectually Gifted (AIG) and the Preschool Add-On licensure programs are available in an online format. At the graduate level, online programs include the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of School Administration, Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Art in Education (M.A.Ed) - Elementary Education, Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.) - Reading Education, Master of Arts in Teaching with Specializations in Art, Elementary Education, Mathematics Education - Middles Grades and 9-12, Science Education - Middle Grades and 9-12, Special Education, and Social Studies Education - Middle Grades and 9-12, and a School Administration add-on licensure program. Additionally, a Graduate Certificate in Addictions Counseling (GCAC), Play Therapy, Advanced School Counseling for Postsecondary Success, and Post-master’s Certificate in Nursing Education are available in an online format. Several stand-alone courses in a wide variety of disciplines are also delivered fully or partially online to fulfill varying student needs. Specific information about online courses and programs may be obtained at uncp.edu/online. 

Online Program Development: The OOL, working with various student support services, assures that online students are seamlessly linked to critical learning resources and services, and professional development opportunities. The OOL offers a complete service model for online program development through partnerships with other offices on campus such as Enrollment, Communications and Marketing, the Student Success Center, Planning and Accreditation, and others. In addition, the OOL Learning oversees and secures state authorization compliance for applicants residing outside of the state of North Carolina seeking admission into an online program or individual course. UNC Pembroke was approved by North Carolina to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education.

Faculty Support: The OOL provides training and professional development opportunities for faculty who teach online or with technology. Additionally, one-on-one support is also provided for instructors who develop courses for online or hybrid delivery. Faculty members can enroll in the Certificate in Online Teaching Excellence, which is a community of practice that explores the strategies and research to teach online and to develop online courses. Other programs for faculty support include communities of practice, instructional technology mini-grants, and weekly webinars.

Technology-enhanced Learning: The OOL provides technology-enhanced services for faculty teaching in any modality (face-to-face, hybrid, online). Through training, consultations, and grants, faculty members can learn how to integrate technology in their classroom to make learning more effective and engaging.

Content Development: The OOL assists faculty members in the creation of instructional materials and interactive content for their courses in any modality.

ePortfolios: The OOL supports an ePortfolio program for faculty and students. In partnership with several departments on campus, the ePortfolio program will allow students to connect curricular and co-curricular learning to career readiness. As part of this program, training for faculty and students will be offered, as well as consultations.

Quality Assurance in Online Courses: The OOL has set guidelines and procedures to ensure that online courses at UNCP comply with quality assurance, universal design, and accessibility standards. Faculty members can submit their courses for review and earn an Online Teaching Excellence digital badge and a stipend.

Online Student Support: The OOL, working in conjunction with various student support services, assures that online students are seamlessly linked to critical learning resources and services, as well as professional development opportunities.

Research Support: The OOL partners with academic departments and programs to engage in research activities related to online teaching and learning and securing extramural funding.

For further information about the services offered by the OOL, contact us at 910-521-6367 or online@uncp.edu. You can also visit our website at uncp.edu/online.

Parking and Vehicle Registration

Parking Registration | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Each motor vehicle, including two-wheeled vehicles, driven or parked on campus by students, faculty or staff must be registered with the Traffic Office and must display a valid parking permit. Fees are established annually and appropriate notification is provided.

North Carolina General Statute 20-279.21 requires all students to submit proof of motor vehicle insurance prior to purchasing a parking permit. In order to comply with this legislation, students must provide the following: 1) Name of Insurance Company; 2) Policy Number of Insured; and 3) Certification that the insurance meets the minimum needs established by North Carolina: $30,000 for bodily injury to one person, $60,000 for bodily injury to two persons or more and $25,000 for property damage.

All students, faculty and staff members are subject to traffic rules and regulations. It is each individual’s responsibility to review and know the institution’s policy concerning traffic rules and regulations on campus. The entire policy can be found on the Police and Public Safety Page at uncp.edu/campus-life/police-and-public-safety/parking-traffic-information/parking-traffic/parking and follow the links on the right for each section. These regulations are strictly enforced by the campus police. Fines must be paid before any records will be released from the university. Conviction of a violation of the traffic laws while operating a vehicle on campus has the same effect on your driver’s license as a conviction for the same offense on public highways. The speed limit on campus is 20 mph and is enforced.

All parking fines are due to be paid within three (3) days of the issuance date, unless they are appealed within those three days. If appealed, payment of assessments will not become due until notification of the Traffic Appeal Board to the person being assessed of its decision not to reverse the citation, at which time payment must be made within three (3) days.

Reserved Parking

The University of North Carolina Pembroke has set aside reserved parking spaces located throughout campus. Any vehicle not properly registered for reserved parking areas will be subject to towing. The Traffic Office can be reached on weekdays at 910.521.6795, or contact the University Police at 910.521.6235.

Traffic Violations

Violations of traffic laws on the university campus (excluding parking violations) are violations of the motor vehicle laws of the State of North Carolina. All moving violations are processed through the state court system. After a citation has been issued, the matter is in the court system and cannot be resolved at the university. Conviction of a violation of the traffic law while operating a vehicle on the campus has the same effect on your driver’s license as a conviction for the same offense on the public highway. The speed limit on campus is 20 mph on all public streets and 10 mph in parking areas and is enforced.

Traffic Appeals Board

The Traffic Appeals Board is appointed each year by the chancellor. The board consists of two students, one faculty and one staff member. The board has the authority to review violations to determine whether or not a violation has been properly established. The board has the authority to void or reduce any citation when a violation of the Campus Traffic Regulations is not shown, but does not act as a substitution for public authority when it applies.

Police & Public Safety

Police and Publiuc Safety | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The University prioritizes the safety and security of its students, faculty, and staff. A truly safe campus is a shared responsibility among all community members. The office of Police & Public Safety is a full-service law enforcement agency staffed by trained professionals certified by the North Carolina Justice and Standards Commission. Officers have full arrest authority within the university community and on all university-owned or leased properties. The department collaborates with local and state law enforcement agencies through mutual aid agreements.

Services provided include Motorist Assistance, offering emergency vehicle services such as jump-starts, air tanks, gas cans, and lockout assistance, which can be requested by calling 910.521.6235 or using on-campus Emergency Call Boxes. The Campus Escort Service ensures pedestrian safety by providing escort services upon request. Emergency Communication is available 24/7 via phone (910.521.6235), the Live Safe app, or one of the 74 Emergency Call Boxes across campus and in residence halls.

To report a crime or request assistance, contact the department by phone at 910.521.6235, visit the Auxiliary Services Building behind the UNCP Bookstore, email police@uncp.edu, or submit an anonymous report online at uncp.edu/saysomething.

Regional Initiatives

Office for Regional Initiatives | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Office of Regional Initiatives is located off campus at the Carolina Commerce and Technology Center (COMTech) on Livermore Drive. Established in 2000, its mission fosters regional collaboration, enhances business development, and empowers communities for quality of life betterment in southeastern North Carolina. The Office of Regional Initiatives addresses the diverse needs of the region through initiatives to increase resources, establish networks, and provide training. It provides outreach services to the citizens, businesses, governments and nonprofit organizations throughout the region. These outreach services are executed in cooperation with organizations to provide management development programs, health care initiatives, customized training, consulting, grants development, planning and technical assistance, conference designing and implementation, and economic and social research.

Professional Development: The office offers non-credit workshops leading to a certificate in areas such as management development and leadership development with concentrated study in group dynamics, communications, quality, change, and strategic planning. These programs are offered to the public but can also be tailored to meet an organization’s specific needs, with instruction arranged on-site and online, and courses may qualify for Continuing Education Units of credit (CEUs).

Short Courses, Institutes, and Conferences: In addition to helping students meet licensure requirements, the University meets special needs of students through this program and continues the tradition of providing education to all segments of the population for personal and professional enrichment. The University awards Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to participants in qualified programs. Continuing Education Units are a part of a nationwide recording system to provide a uniform measure of attainment in non-credit educational programs. One CEU at UNC Pembroke is defined as “ten contact hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible, capable direction, and qualified instruction.”

Youth Programs: The Office of Regional Initiatives provides numerous opportunities for youth involvement that include summer programs such as Kids College, Teen College, EntreU, and, based on funding, a Summer Transportation Institute and Summer Science Symposiums.

Small Business and Technology Development Center: Operated as an inter-institutional program of The University of North Carolina, SBTDC provides information and individualized counseling services to citizens who are starting a business or existing businesses interested in expansion.

Community Services: Healthy Start is a national infant mortality initiative funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The program staff is physically located at the Office for Regional Initiatives, but the program is administered by the College of Health Sciences.  The program focuses on community based work with families who are expecting or have a child under 18 months to ensure overall health and wellness, health access, and linkage to resources.

Student Conduct

Student Conduct | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The mission of the Student Conduct office is to administer a developmental and educational student discipline program that encourages accountability, critical reflection and active decision-making. Through programming and outreach, we seek to increase awareness of university expectations of student behavior, encourage civility and promote self-responsibility. We believe in promoting an environment that encourages students to make positive and impactful choices for their personal and professional lives. We continuously strive to provide a comprehensive student discipline program that encourages all students to develop into productive members of society.

Summer School

Summer School at UNC Pembroke | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Through the Division of Academic Affairs, the University offers a Maymester and two five-week terms. Special workshops and institutes enrich the regular summer program, and visiting specialists augment the regular faculty, when the need arises.

Through many curricular and extracurricular activities, the summer session provides opportunities for teachers and others who are free for summer study. Many courses and workshops are open to individuals not seeking a degree but interested in gaining personal or professional knowledge.

A student entering The University of North Carolina at Pembroke for the first time as a beginning first-year student, a transfer student, or a student who is returning to the University after an absence of one semester or more must meet all requirements for admission.

Transient students–those who are regularly enrolled at another institution of higher education and who wish to take courses at UNC Pembroke during the Summer Session for transfer to their home institution–must submit a form available on the Undergraduate Admissions webpage. This form must show that they are in good standing at their home institution and have their Dean’s or Registrar’s permission to enroll at UNCP. Admission to the Summer Session does not constitute admission to the University. 

Inservice teachers wishing to attend the Summer Session for license renewal or other purposes must apply. The application form and Summer Session Catalog may be obtained from the Office of the Provost.

Sponsored Research and Programs

Sponsored Research and Programs | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Office of Sponsored Research and Programs (OSRP) serves as the clearinghouse for externally sponsored grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements. The staff provides guidance and support in identifying funding sources, developing grant proposals and research contracts, and ensuring compliance with University and federal regulations. The Office maintains University-wide grant records and reports all proposals and awards through the UNC system electronic research administration database. Common types of funded activities include research grants, programmatic grants, training grants, research career programs, undergraduate research, minority programs in science and math, community outreach programs, and economic development projects and partnerships. The Office sponsors grant writing workshops on various aspects of proposal development and grant management. More information may be found at http://uncp.edu/osrp.

The Student Conduct office is located in Suite 221 in the Annex. For more information, access uncp.edu/conduct. Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Student Health Services

Student Health Services (SHS) | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Student Health Services (SHS) provides affordable, accessible, and high-quality healthcare through health promotion and disease prevention programs. Services include general and acute medical care, women’s and men’s health, physicals, allergy injections, STI counseling and treatment, COVID-19 testing, lab services, and limited pharmaceuticals. Students pay a Student Health Fee as part of tuition, covering access to health professionals, education programs, and copayments. SHS bills insurance for services, but students are responsible for hospitalization, specialty care, and diagnostic services not covered by insurance. SHS is located in the Brave Health Center (1st floor), open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact 910.521.6219 or shs@uncp.edu. For after-hours nursing advice, call 910.521.6219, press 1 for UNC Nurse Connect. Telehealth services are included in the student health insurance plan (SHIP). For emergencies, dial 911 or Police & Public Safety at 910.521.6235. Students taking six or more credit hours must have SHIP or provide proof of equivalent coverage. Those who do not submit a waiver are automatically enrolled. Students taking five or more credit hours must submit immunization records unless exempt. Failure to comply results in administrative withdrawal. Medical records are confidential and only released with written permission. Records are retained for 11 years after a student leaves UNCP before being destroyed.

For more information, access the Student Immunization Policy.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Student Organization Support | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

1887 Society

Selected each fall through a process that includes an application, a faculty and staff interview and a vote of the student body, the 1887 Society represents the student body in the traditions and values of the university community. Selected each fall through a process that includes an application, a faculty and staff interview and a vote of the student body, the 1887 Society represents the student body in the traditions and values of the university community. Learn more at uncp.edu/homecoming. Learn more at uncp.edu/homecoming.  

All Greek Council (AGC) 

The purpose of All Greek Council is to provide education and collaboration for the betterment of the fraternity and sorority community at UNC Pembroke. The All Greek Council meets bi-weekly. Each organization is required to be represented at each meeting.

The Aurochs 

An annually student-published literary and arts magazine of the University of North Carolina Pembroke, The Aurochs, features the best original poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, photography and artwork created and submitted by UNCP students. All students are eligible to participate on the staff of the magazine. Editors and assistant editors are salaried positions. The director of academic resources has the administrative responsibility for overseeing the budget. A faculty advisor gives direction and support to the staff and offers technical assistance.

College Panhellenic Association (CPA) 

The purpose of the College Panhellenic Association is to develop and maintain sorority life and sorority relations at a high level of accomplishment on campus. CPA promotes superior scholarship, fosters inter-Greek relationships and high social and moral standards. Each College Panhellenic Association sorority acts in accordance with the rules established by the College Panhellenic Association so as to not violate the sovereignty, rights and privileges of the member organizations. Each sorority supports several philanthropic projects each year.

Commercial Music Ensemble

Membership in the Commercial Music Ensemble is open to all students by audition or permission of the director. A study of technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of commercial music literature through rehearsal and public performances with an emphasis on sound, cohesion and balance. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

Concert Band

Open to any UNCP student and is the large core instrumental ensemble at UNCP, preparing and presenting music of all historical styles. Public appearances are made in the form of several concerts each semester. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

Department of Music

Provides approximately 100 performances throughout the academic year-including concerts, musicals, guest artists, student and faculty recitals and festivals. UNC Pembroke students have the opportunity to take private lessons and participate in one or more of our performing ensembles, including University Chorale, Pembroke Singers, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Spirit of the Carolinas Marching Band, Pep Band, University Band, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Jazz Combo, Commercial Music Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble and Chamber Ensembles. 

Diversified Greek Council (DGC) 

The purpose of the Diversified Greek Council will be to set a high standard within the UNCP Greek community. This is accomplished by unifying fraternal organizations through leadership and communication as well as offering an alternative governing body in order to reflect the diversity of the UNCP student body. DGC strives for academic excellence, community service and educating the campus and community in regard to cultural awareness. DGC is committed to making an impact at UNC Pembroke.

Hok Nosai

The purpose of Hok Nosai is to promote and retain high standards in the campus life of Greek-letter organizations at UNCP; to promote unity and harmony between member organizations and amongst other Greek-lettered organizations; to maintain a positive relationship with the administration; to address and develop strategies of action on matters of mutual concern to the member organizations; to facilitate active involvement of member organizations in the local community and on the campus; and, to promote a positive image of Greek life on the UNCP campus.

Interfraternity Council (IFC) 

The Interfraternity Council is a self-governing body representing the IFC fraternities at the University of North Carolina Pembroke. The Council also works together to help the entire Greek community better achieve its common goal of membership development and service to the Greek community. The Council works to achieve these goals through its committee structure focusing on an array of areas including chapter development, scholarship, community service, member education and alumni and public relations.

Jazz Ensemble

Membership in the University Jazz Ensemble is open to all students by audition. A study of technical, stylistic and aesthetic elements of jazz literature through rehearsal and public performances. Credit is available through the Music Department.

Marching Band

Performs in the fall semester at area parades, marching contests and on-campus events. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

Musical Theatre

This program presents a small-stage and a large-stage show each academic year. Auditions are open to all members of the UNCP community. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) 

The purpose of the National Pan-Hellenic Council is to provide service to the campus and community, maintain unity, promote high standards of scholarship and foster brotherhood and sisterhood. The council provides: a means for preserving the cultural heritage of the historically African American Fraternity/Sorority organizations; a forum for addressing items of mutual interest to the NPHC organizations; an experience of self-governance necessary for development of the emergent leader; and an opportunity to make recommendations to member organizations for the greater purpose and interest of the university and community.

Orchestra

Open to all persons regardless of planned major with permission of the director. Students will study, rehearse and perform music from world orchestra literature across a wide range of styles and genres. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

Order of the Omega

Order of Omega is a leadership honor society for members of fraternity and sorority organizations. Order of Omega recognizes members of the Greek community who have exemplified high standards in the areas of scholarship, leadership and involvement within their respective organizations and within the fraternity/sorority, campus and local community.

Pep Band

Open to all students regardless of planned major with permission of the director. Public performances will be made at athletic events (mostly basketball games) as well as accompanying teams to conference tournaments. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

Pembroke Singers

Select chamber choir at UNCP open to all students by audition. This ensemble will explore the stylistic, aesthetic and technical elements of literature for the small choir through rehearsal and frequent public appearances. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

Percussion Ensemble

Open to all students by audition or permission of the director. Participation will include a technical, stylistic and aesthetic study of percussion ensemble literature through rehearsal and public performances. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

The Pine Needle

The Pine Needle is a student-published news periodical. The Pine Needle informs the university community of what is happening at the University of North Carolina Pembroke and covers issues of local, regional and national concern. All university students are eligible to participate on the Pine Needle staff. Students may take JRN 1610- 4620 each semester for academic credit in the Department of Mass Communication. There are a variety of paid positions available to students. The director of Academic Resources has fiscal responsibilities. A faculty adviser gives direction and support to the staff and offers technical assistance. 

Spirit Squad

Members are selected through competitive tryouts. In addition to their presence at athletic events, the Spirit Squad are campus leaders in promoting school spirit.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) represents and advocates for student interests, serving as the official voice of the student body. While discipline remains the responsibility of the administration, SGA provides students with a platform to address student rights and welfare. All UNCP students are automatic members of SGA, which operates under the guidance of the Dean of Students. SGA is structured into two branches: Executive and Legislative. The Executive Branch includes the president, vice president, chief of staff, treasurer, secretary, and committee chairs. The Legislative Branch, or Student Senate, consists of up to 32 elected senators, representing class years, academic colleges, and graduate programs. SGA officers are elected each spring, following guidelines outlined in the Electoral Code on the SGA webpage. To learn more, visit uncp.edu/sga or find SGA on BraveConnect for officer contacts, governing documents, and meeting minutes.

Theatre

University Theatre is a dramatics organization which offers members the opportunity to appear in plays and to engage in play production. All students are eligible.

University Chorale

The University Chorale is the university’s non-auditioned choir open to all interested singers of all majors. The group presents several concerts each year, performing a wide range of choral repertoire ranging from renaissance to contemporary music. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Is open by audition to students throughout the university community who have an interest in vocal jazz. The group performs with the UNCP Jazz Ensembles at on-campus concerts, as well as jazz festivals throughout the United States. The group studies vocal trends through the rehearsal and performance of pop, rock, progressive jazz and other modern forms of music. Credit is available through the Music Department. 

WNCP-TV 

WNCP-TV is a program service of the Department of Mass Communication and a learning laboratory for the televisual arts. Television programs are produced by UNCP students and faculty in classes or as part of departmentally approved extracurricular productions. These talk shows, newscasts, sports, special event coverage and other videos can be seen on our YouTube channels (Carolina News Today and WNCP TV), over-the-air on The NC Channel and at pbs.org. Students earn progressively responsible positions at WNCP for credit or work study.

Teaching & Learning Center

Teaching and Learning Center | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Established in 1996 and located in the Dr. Joseph B. Oxendine Administrative Building, the Teaching & Learning Center seeks to promote teaching excellence by generating the ideas, activities, and enthusiasm that foster quality teaching and learning, a mission overseen and executed by the Task Force on Teaching Excellence, an advisory board composed of award-winning faculty. As a unit within the Office of the Provost, the TLC establishes and maintains collaborative relationships across the university, including but not limited to the Center for Student Success, the Division of Information Technology, the Office of Community & Civic Engagement, the Accessibility Resource Center, the Office of Academic and Military Outreach, and the Office of Online Learning-so as to provide faculty with comprehensive, purpose-driven, and seamless support in the classroom. The TLC seeks to foster an environment where teaching is rewarded and recognized, and faculty are encouraged to apply for Grants for Excellence in Teaching & Learning to support their pedagogy and scholarship in teaching and learning.

To learn more, visit uncp.edu/resources/teaching-and-learning-center. 

Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub

Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub is located at 201 Main Street, downtown Pembroke. The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub management recognizes the correlation between economic development and entrepreneurship and therefore is committed to entrepreneurship education and to entrepreneurial development. Its ambition is to stimulate entrepreneurial thinking amongst the UNCP student body as well as assist and support entrepreneurs and new ventures in the Southeastern North Carolina region. Therefore, the mission of the Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub is focused on education, research, planning, and community engagement.

Established in 2006, the Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub was enabled by a generous gift from The Thomas Family Foundation, founded by James and Sally Thomas. Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub consultants reach out and support the community by providing one-on-one consulting and evaluation services for local entrepreneurs along with a business incubator and maker space, while assisting students in developing entrepreneurial competencies and knowledge. The result is to extend entrepreneurship education outside the classroom by allowing students to work with local entrepreneurs on critical business challenges. Experiential learning is a great asset to entrepreneurship students. At the same time, local businesses benefit from the knowledge and advice provided. The Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub web site (http://thethomashub.org) provides details on the academic and entrepreneurial business consulting provided.

TRIO Programs

TRIO | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

TRIO Programs at UNCP, located in Jacobs Hall, Suites A and B, are designed to help meet the academic, cultural, and financial needs of participants in order that they may achieve a high success rate while in school.

Student Support Services is funded to serve two hundred undergraduate students at UNCP. The program offers the following services:

• economic and financial literacy counseling
• tutoring on a one-to-one or a small group basis in all majors offered at the University
• study skills assistance in developing techniques of note-taking and test-taking
• assistance with applying for financial aid and scholarships
• guidance in academic, vocational, and personal/social concerns
• opportunities to take part in cultural activities
• access to reference and resource materials, including study guides for the following tests: Praxis, Praxis II, TEAS, GRE, MAT, GMAT, LSAT, and MCAT.

University College

University College | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The University College, located in the D.F. Lowry Building, is designed to provide a support system for students through numerous programs and activities including but not limited to academic advising, academic coaching, peer mentoring, and tutoring. The University College contributes to UNCP’s commitment to changing lives through education by leading campus initiatives to assist all students in transitioning, progressing, and persisting to graduation. Professional staff and faculty in the University College are committed to working collaboratively with campus stakeholders to provide a student-centered experience that increases retention and graduation rates.

The University College serves as the academic home for first-year students, second-year students on academic probation, students transitioning between majors, and/or students undeclared with their major. The University College consists of several units: the Braves Come Back program, the Center for Student Success, Transfer Student Services (which houses the Transfer & Commuter Center), and the Writing Center. The Center for Student Success consists of Academic Advising, Academic Engagement, the Brave Start Program, First Year Experience, and TRiO Programs.  Additionally, the University College houses University Studies.

University Writing Center

University Writing Center | The University of North Carolina at Pembroke

The University Writing Center, located in the D.F. Lowry Building, room 308, assists UNCP students at any stage in the writing process, from conception and organization to revision and publication. The Writing Center staff works with students in face-to-face or online tutoring sessions on any composition-based assignment, helping students focus, select, organize, and develop ideas in early drafts of writing and then helping them review, improve, and strengthen later drafts before submission. Writing Center users have access to networked computers and a printer as well as an extensive collection of writing reference materials.

The University Writing Center staff includes a full-time director along with a group of upper level and graduate students from across the disciplines who have extensive training in the writing process, tutoring, and their Writing Center responsibilities. 

The University Writing Center opened at UNCP in May 1994 as a Title III-funded student support program and was granted permanent institutional support by the Office of the Provost and the Department of English and Theatre in August 1998.