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Students learning Chinese Calligraphy. PN/ David Beltran
Asian Student Association Hosts Spring Festival
Peter Claffey as Dunk, left, and Dexter Sol Ansell as Egg in HBO’s “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.” (Steffan Hill/HBO/TNS)
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Review
Student Salim Phiri eating traditional food at the Ahlan Ramadan event./Courtesy of Janna Fahmy.
From Sunrise to Sunset: Ramadan at UNCP
Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny performs during Super Bowl LX Patriots vs Seahawks Apple Music Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California on Feb. 8, 2026. (Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images/TNS)
“The Only Thing More Powerful Than Hate Is Love”
Whiteboard in the library collecting data over the demographics of students on campus regarding their animal in the Lunar New Year. PN Photo/Michela Gritti
Which Animal of The Lunar New Year Are You?
Dick Christy addresses the Golden Braves event in honor of student athletes. April 29, 2025. Photo/ Willis Glasgow
Athletic Director Transitions Into a New Role
Lauren Rogitz, yoga instructor at CampusRec./ Courtesy of Lauren Rogitz.
Building Wellness, One Class at a Time
Coach demonstrating an upper body exercise (a lat pulldown) targeting shoulders and back while emphasizing correct form during a training session. Upper body exercise including lat pulldown targets the back and shoulders, helping build upper body strength and improve posture over time. PN Photos/Sopakirite Elizabeth West.
Building Strength: Students Find Their Fit in the Gym 
Baseball Wins Over Mercy 13-9
Baseball Wins Over Mercy 13-9
Michael Passamuntu posing I front of the F45 wall poster, in the Fitness Studio, Jones Center. David Beltran/PN Photos.
Yoga Classes: the Wildfire of UNCP CampusRec
Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny performs during Super Bowl LX Patriots vs Seahawks Apple Music Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California on Feb. 8, 2026. (Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images/TNS)
“The Only Thing More Powerful Than Hate Is Love”
Image of the dancers walking on the stage.
Pride and Culture Shine at the Lumbee Cultural Showcase
UNC Pembroke’s No. 24 Alexandria Mills soars for a kill as No. 18 Tyler Patterson tracks the ball during Friday’s five-set battle against Converse at Lumbee Guaranty Bank Court. PN// Michela Gritti
Braves Start Strong but Fall Short in Five-Set Thriller Against Converse
Video: Pembroke defeats Belmont Abbey 3-1
Studio Ribbon cutting
Ribbon Cutting for State-of-the-Art TV Studio

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Braves forward Anna Grossheim controls ball on edge of the box against Lenior-Rhyne PN/ NIcholas Kolsin

Braves Drop Home Opener to 8th Ranked Lenoir-Rhyne

September 8, 2024

The UNCP Braves womens soccer team (0-2) had their home opener spoiled by the 8th Ranked Lenoir Rhyne Bears on Sunday Afternoon in a 4-1 loss. The Braves came into the game putting the pressure on...

UNCP's Ashleigh Harris (#24) battles for control of the ball against Barton's (#23) Josephine Curran. The Braves defeated the Bulldogs 1-0 and advanced to the championship match on Sunday. PN/ Zack Ciboth

Braves Late Goal Propels Them Into Championship Match

November 11, 2023

By Zack Ciboth, Sports Editor The #1 seed UNC Pembroke women's soccer team faced off against the #4 seed Barton Bulldogs in the first of two semifinals Friday afternoon at Bryant Park in Browns Summitt,...

The UNCP Soccer team celebrates a goal in a draw against Mount Olive. Photo/ Willis Glassgow

Braves Late Rally Forces Draw Against Mount Olive

September 24, 2023

By Jayden Berkin, Sports Journalist The UNC Pembroke women’s soccer team took on the Mount Olive Trojans in a Conference Carolinas clash. Down late the Braves used momentum to make it a one goal...

UNCP's soccer team huddles together before a match against Converse earlier this season. Photo/ Willis Glassgow

Crusaders Hold Off Braves

September 20, 2023

By Zack Ciboth, Sports Editor The UNC Pembroke women's soccer team fell on the road Thursday night in a Conference Carolina matchup with the Belmont Abbey Crusaders. The Braves struck first but the...

Mercy Bell (#10) looks down the field in a 5-0 win against Converse

Braves Dominant in Conference Opener

September 11, 2023

By Zack Ciboth, Sports Editor The UNC Pembroke women’s soccer team opened Conference Carolina play on Saturday taking on the Converse Valkyries. The Braves dominated from start to finish on both...

Women’s Soccer Looks to Build on Success

September 9, 2018

From right to left: Twin sisters Gina and Katy Ryan pose with teammates Bree Mason and Bea Fretwell following the team’s 1-0 win over Chowan in season opener. PN photo/Khari Mcqueen. In 2017,...

Braves Fall to Familiar Foe 2-3

September 9, 2018

The UNCP women’s soccer team traveled to Charlotte to take on the Royals of Queens University on Sept. 1 In the rematch of the first round of last season’s NCAA Soccer Championships. ...

Ryan Earns Shutout As Braves Defeat Lenoir-Rhyne

October 15, 2017

After the UNCP women’s soccer team attacked early to take the lead at halftime, sophomore goalkeeper Gina Ryan withstood an offensive surge from Lenoir-Rhyne to help the Braves earn a 2-0 victory over...

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