
Grad Student Kaitlan Smith Reflects on Lumbee Heritage While Embarking on Curiosity-driven Science
From Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Health and Âé¶¹ÉçÇø School of Medicine Newsroom: "Pharmacology graduate student Kaitlan Smith [Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP alumna] was recently awarded a diversity supplement from the National Institute on Aging (NIA) to study the effects of aging and necroptosis. She shares her resilient journey into scientific research while reflecting on her Lumbee roots."
Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP partners with NCDPI to increase mental health providers in schools
Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke is collaborating with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) to increase the number of school-based mental health providers. NCDPI was recently awarded a $5.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to help bolster the pipeline of school counselors, social workers and mental health clinicians.

Biology's Amber Rock is the Focus of Brave Minutes Podcast
Dr. Amber Rock has mentored undergraduate students in aquatics research ever since joining the Biology faculty five years ago. Take a listen to what she has to say about her research — click on 30 Brave Minutes.

Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP announces Chancellor’s, Honors List for Fall 2022
Âé¶¹ÉçÇø has released the Chancellor’s List and Honors List for Fall 2022. Chancellor’s List To qualify for the Chancellor’s List, a student must maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.7 (out of 4.0) while taking at least 12 semester hours; none of the 12 hours may be Pass/Fail.

Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP awards 1,181 degrees at Fall Commencement
Eric Perez Velazques was beaming with pride moments after crossing the stage during Fall Commencement at Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke on Saturday. Velazques became the first in his family to earn a college degree, a reality he thought unattainable while growing up in neighboring Columbus County.

Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP biology students recognized at international conference
Three biology students at Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke were recognized for their independent research at the joint annual meeting of the Entomological Society of America, Entomological Society of Canada, and Entomological Society of British Columbia. The conference was held at the Vancouver Convention Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia, November 13-16. The theme for the event was ‘Entomology as Inspiration: Insects through art, science, and culture.’
Best Practices in Advising First-Year Students: Identifying and Addressing the Needs of the At-Risk First-Year Student Population
Dr. Crystal Walline, Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Abstract In February of 2022, over 125 members of the Advising First-Year Students (AFYS) Advising Community gathered to discuss best practices in advising first-year students. During the discussion, the needs of three different student populations were considered:

Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP sophomore earns statewide leadership award
Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke sophomore Magally Ortiz-Rojas has been selected for outstanding leadership and service by North Carolina Campus Engagement, a statewide network of colleges and universities committed to preparing students for civic and social responsibility.
Âé¶¹ÉçÇøP’s Kamren Lewis receives Barnhill Civic Trailblazer Award
Âé¶¹ÉçÇø Pembroke senior Kamren Lewis has been selected as the 2022 recipient of the John H. Barnhill Civic Trailblazer Award. Since 2011, North Carolina Campus Engagement (NCCE) has presented the award annually to one college student in the state who demonstrates innovation in civic engagement, works to integrate their service into campus structures, inspires others to serve, and makes a meaningful impact on campus or in the community.

Biology Students win Awards for Presentations at International Conference
Students Kinsley Adams (Biology, Senior), Erika Rivera (Environmental Science, Junior), and Hunter Ivey (Biology, Sophomore) traveled to Vancouver, Canada, to present their independent research at the Joint Annual Meeting of the Entomological Society of America, Entomological Society of Canada, and Entomological Society of British Columbia in November 2022. This was the first time any of the students had presented their work at a major conference, let alone an international conference.