Southeast American Indian Studies at UNC Pembroke

Southeast American Indian Studies at UNC Pembroke SAIS is committed to becoming the premier teaching and research center for the study of Indians in the Southeastern United States.

Southeast American Indian Studies (SAIS) at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP) is committed to becoming the premier teaching and research center for the study of Indians in the Southeastern United States. Leveraging existing and future resources, SAIS will capitalize on the university’s unique history and its position as the leading institution of higher education for Indians of t

he eastern United States. SAIS will attract and link researchers and American Indian communities to the faculty, resources and programs of UNCP as well as to other researchers and programs. SAIS will work to establish a consortium of American Indian related programs at other academic institutions, both within the UNC system and across the Southeast. SAIS will also serve as a clearinghouse where community members, students, faculty, researchers and others can learn about American Indian related projects and programming at UNCP and the Southeast region. Most importantly, SAIS research will support the selfdetermination, self-sufficiency and sovereignty of the Indigenous nations of the Southeastern United States.

Join the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina on Saturday, May 16, 2026, for a historic day of celebration honoring federal re...
05/15/2026

Join the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina on Saturday, May 16, 2026, for a historic day of celebration honoring federal recognition!

Held at UNC Pembroke, the celebration begins at 9 a.m. and continues through 9 p.m. with a full day of food, festivities, a mini-powwow, and gospel singing.

This joyous occasion marks a powerful moment in Lumbee history, culture, and community. Everyone is invited to come together in celebration of this historic achievement and to share in a day filled with pride, unity, and tradition.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

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03/14/2026

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is honored to invite you to our Federal Recognition Celebration on Saturday, May 16, 2026. We welcome our Lumbee Citizens, our community, our neighbors, our supporters in Federal Recognition, and YOU to this grand celebration at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. It will be a momentous day to join us in celebration of this historic and joyous achievement!

The celebration will begin at 9 am and continue through 9 pm. Join us for the food, great fellowship, a gospel singing, a mini-powwow, guest speakers, light show and much more! It will be hosted at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke in the Quad area between Old Main and the Mary Livermore Library. It is our honor to partner with UNC Pembroke and Chancellor Cummings to host this special day.

Sponsorships are available. For more information or to sponsor contact C. Owens at 910.668.6519. We welcome vendors to setup for this special event. Apply at the link below.

Event Vendor Fee: $200 (art/craft, beverage, sweets) - $300 (food vendors).

The Vendor Set-up Time is May 15, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm (no exceptions). The Registration deadline is April 15, 2026. Vendors must set-up the entire time of the event.

Application link to apply: https://shorturl.at/J8Zsz

It’s a busy week on campus next week, full of events you don’t want to miss! From artistry, powwow and presentations, we...
03/13/2026

It’s a busy week on campus next week, full of events you don’t want to miss! From artistry, powwow and presentations, we hope to see you next week for Indigenous Showcase Week! ✨

03/11/2026

UNC Pembroke names Tonya Holy Elk as the 2026 Lloyd Oxendine Artist in Residence, celebrating Indigenous art, poetry and cultural legacy.

Dr. Lawrence Locklear (SAIS) and Nancy Strickland Chavis (The Museum of the Southeast American Indian) were honored to p...
02/25/2026

Dr. Lawrence Locklear (SAIS) and Nancy Strickland Chavis (The Museum of the Southeast American Indian) were honored to participate in a gathering on Feb. 24, 2026, at the Governor’s Mansion hosted by NC Governor Josh Stein to celebrate the full federal recognition of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina.

02/19/2026

Braves, let’s brunch! 🌟
Start your powwow morning with the BraveNation Powwow Alumni Brunch—a time to meet up with old friends, make new ones, and celebrate our UNCP traditions together.
See you there!
Registration Link: uncp.edu/alumnibrunch

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