Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke News

University officials cut the ribbon on the Outdoor Sports Complex on September 12, 2025

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke Celebrate Official Opening Of Outdoor Sports Complex

Officials at Âé¶¹ÉçÇø announced the grand opening of the Outdoor Sports Complex on Friday afternoon.

Aerial view of Old Main

Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP Secures $1.3 Million for Historic Old Main Façade Restoration

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø has been awarded $750,000 through a History of Equal Rights grant from the Historic Preservation Fund administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior, to restore the iconic façade of Old Main, the most recognizable building on campus and a treasured landmark in the Lumbee community.

Alumnus Newy Scruggs offers advice to students during a keynote talk on September 2, 2025

Alumnus Newy Scruggs Returns to Share Lessons on Success, Resilience, Giving Back

When Emmy Award-winning sportscaster Newy Scruggs stepped back onto the campus of Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke on Tuesday, it wasn’t just a homecoming — it was a chance to pour into the next generation.

Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings speaks to the Class of 2029 during the traditional Brave Walk, which marked the beginning of their college journey.
September 05

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke Enrollment Surges Past 8,000 with Record Graduate and Transfer Students, Honors College at All-Time High

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke is entering the fall 2025 semester with historic momentum. Total enrollment has surged past 8,000 students — the university’s largest since before the pandemic — with record-setting growth in graduate and transfer populations and an all-time high in the Honors College.

Chancellor Robin Cummings, Dr. Sean Smolenyak and Dr. Rich Castillo
September 04

Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP Hosts NC Optometric Society District Meeting as Optometry Program Advances

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke recently welcomed North Carolina Optometric Society (NCOS) members for a district meeting highlighting the university’s progress toward launching the state’s first public Doctor of Optometry program.

Newy Scruggs (left) Dr. Sandra Locklear, Dr. Alexandria Pilot Chambers
September 04 Chad Locklear

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke Announces 2025 Alumni Award Recipients

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke will honor three distinguished alumni for their outstanding accomplishments and service at the 57th Annual Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony on Friday, October 10 at 5:30 p.m. in the Student Center Annex.

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August 29

Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP Hosts Emmy Award-Winning Alumnus Newy Scruggs

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke alumnus Newy Scruggs,’94, is returning to his alma mater to inspire the next generation of leaders, sharing how his experiences at Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP helped launch a broadcasting career that has earned him 18 Emmy Awards and national recognition.

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August 29 Chad Locklear

Braves Got Talent Showcase debuts at Homecoming 2025

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke is rolling out the gold carpet for the first-ever Braves Got Talent showcase, a highlight of this year’s Homecoming celebration.

John Squier
August 29

Service, Leadership at the Core of SGA President John Squier’s Vision

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke senior John Squier has stepped into the Student Government Association president role with a mission to bridge the gap between students and administration while boosting campus engagement.

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August 28 Chad Locklear

Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP Announces 2025 Homecoming Schedule: A Celebration of Spirit, Pride and Tradition

Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke invites you to mark your calendar for Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP Homecoming 2025, taking place October 8 – 11, with a lineup of events designed to unite alumni, students, faculty, staff and the community in celebration of Black & Gold pride.