Robeson Community College

Lumbee Tribe Honor Cord Ceremony: Class of 2022 Apply Now

On May 26, 2022, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina will honor all Lumbee High School and College Students, who are potential 2022 graduates in the Lumbee Cords of Honor Ceremony. 

“These cords represent this important milestone in the life of our Lumbee Students. The cords comprise the colors of the Lumbee Tribal Seal and the Medicine Wheel. This symbolism represents the four directions, the four seasons as well as our sacred path,” said Tasha Oxendine, public relations manager for the Lumbee Tribe. Education is a core value of the Lumbee People. We know it is our path to success. Our students crossed this milestone. We want to celebrate this journey.” 

The application, which is available at www.lumbeetribe.com must be fully completed, signed by a school counselor or college advisor and returned by April 29th 2022 by 5:00pm to the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Please email or hand deliver your application to the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Housing Complex at 6984 NC Hwy 711 West in Pembroke. (Attn: Cords of Honor)

The cord will be provided when the application is received. The program is funded by CSBG, Community Service Block Grant, to enhance initiatives within the Lumbee Tribal Territory.
Address: 6984 NC Hwy 711 W. | Pembroke, NC 28372
Email: cordsofhonor@lumbeetribe.com

The Lumbee Tribe Enrollment Office will close on April 1, 2022 for a Special Election. Graduates should contact the Tribal Enrollment Office if they need to enroll or update their enrollment status. 910.668.6099 or 910.521.7861 or email the Enrollment office at enrollment@lumbeetribe.com

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