PEMBROKE, N.C., July 31 -- The University of North Carolina at Pembroke issued the following news release:

The UNC Pembroke Board of Trustees has elected a new slate of officers to help guide the university as it advances key strategic initiatives and continues to expand opportunities for student success.

Allison Harrington Walters has been elected chair, Kenneth Robinette vice chair and retired Col. Carlos Berdecia, secretary. Student Government Association President and senior Mass Communication student Elijah Griffin also joins the board as an ex officio member.

"I am grateful for the dedication and commitment each of our trustees demonstrates in service to UNC Pembroke," said Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings. "With backgrounds spanning...