PEMBROKE, N.C., Sept. 15 -- The University of North Carolina at Pembroke issued the following news release:

UNC Pembroke will honor four distinguished alumni whose professional achievements, leadership and service exemplify the university's enduring Brave spirit during the 58th Annual Alumni Awards & Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony on Oct. 23.

The 2026 Alumni Award recipients are John Lowery, Meritorious Service Award; Lydia Locklear Canty and Amber Holland, Young Alumnae of the Year Award; and Col. Chad Mixon, Distinguished Alumni of the Year.

"It is always an honor the UNCP Alumni Association Board of Directors and me to announce our Alumni Award recipients," said Dr. Rebekah Revels, director of Alumni Affairs. "We are excited to celebr...