SHELL SNATCHERS
Researchers at East Carolina University are studying an invasive parasite that takes over the reproductive system of mud crabs and even alters their behavior, potentially impacting coastal ecosystems. “It’s detrimental...
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INTERNATIONAL EXCELLENCE
The way East Carolina University’s medical students serve the communities of North Carolina is earning international recognition for the Brody School of Medicine. Brody is one of seven schools globally...
Student: Laurena Grissett
ECU's Laurena Grissett is a political Pirate. A junior, Grissett is majoring in political science and security studies. She is active in the Pre-Law Society, the Pi Sigma Alpha Honor...
ECU Police announce leadership change
On Monday, July 18 the East Carolina University Police Department said farewell to Chief Gerald Lewis during a reception in his honor. Lewis announced his resignation in early July after...
HEARTFELT RECOGNITION
Robert B. Morgan, an East Carolina alumnus and small-town lawyer who rose to the U.S. Senate, died Saturday at his home in Buies Creek. He was 90. He was a...
North Carolina Literary Review celebrates 25th anniversary
This year’s North Carolina Literary Review (NCLR), now on its way to readers throughout the state, celebrates the 25th issue of the publication. Opening the issue is an interview with...
MERITORIOUS SERVICE
A senior East Carolina University leader has been honored by a state hospital organization for her outstanding service to the health care field. Dr. Phyllis N. Horns, vice chancellor for...
RAISING THE GAME
On the first three floors of the East Carolina Heart Institute at East Carolina University, medical specialists are immersed in providing world-renowned care to patients living with cardiovascular diseases. But...
Meet fellow alumni in Charlotte, Wake County or Washington, D.C.
Ahoy there, Pirates! Do you want to meet fellow East Carolina University alumni in your area this summer? The East Carolina Alumni Association has several events this month around the...
NEW PIRATE LEADERS
East Carolina University’s new Student Government Association officers are excited for the upcoming school year. The new officers are President Ryan Beeson, Vice President Janae Brown, Treasurer Dallas Owens, Secretary...