ECU News Services Archives

Sep 08, 2011
  • ECU News Services

ECU Literary Magazine Rebel named a Pacemaker Award Finalist

East Carolina University’s student-run literary magazine, Rebel, has been named one of seven finalists for the Associated Collegiate Press Pacemaker award, 4-year literary magazine category. Since 1927, the Pacemaker has...

Occupational therapy student Trey Elam wants to join the Navy as an occupational therapist after graduation. At ECU and in volunteer activities, he has proven to be a strong student leader. (Photos by Cliff Hollis)
Sep 07, 2011
  • Crystal Baity

Leadership for all

Trey Elam’s leadership experience started early, in church, where he still volunteers as a Baptist Men’s Association World Changer. The 24-year-old occupational therapy graduate student is student liaison to the...

Sep 07, 2011
  • Doug Boyd

Scientist receives grant to study health effects of nanoparticles

An East Carolina University toxicologist is studying the health risks associated with nanoparticle exposure with help from a $143,308 grant. Dr. Jared Brown, an assistant professor in the Department of...

Sep 07, 2011
  • Doug Boyd

Chadwick named interim dean of ECU dental school

Dr. Gregory Chadwick, associate dean for planning and extramural affairs at the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine, has been named interim dean of the school, officials announced today....

Sep 07, 2011
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Pressler to direct graduate programs in nursing

Dr. Jana Pressler has joined the College of Nursing as associate dean for graduate programs. In this role, she will provide leadership for the M.S.N. and Ph.D. programs. Her responsibilities...

Sep 06, 2011
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Scientist to discuss extreme space in ECU presentation

Award-winning author Dr. David Baker will present, “The Nastiest, Smelliest Most Extreme Places in Our Solar System” at 4 p.m. Sept. 15 in Room 2003 of the Bate Building at...

Sep 06, 2011
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Community programs planned by ECU Religious Studies

A number of programs presented by the ECU Department of Religious Studies faculty are scheduled for this fall, including: By Lee Johnson, ECU assistant professor of religious studies, “The Historical...

Sep 06, 2011
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Interfaith service planned for Sept. 11

A city-wide interfaith service “Interfaith prayers for peace and healing on the 10th anniversary of 9/11” will be held at 5 p.m. Sept. 11 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. The...

Sep 06, 2011
  • Doug Boyd

Experimental drug available for people with lipodystrophy

People in eastern North Carolina who have a rare condition that prevents them from being able to store fat might benefit from an investigational protocol East Carolina University physicians are...

Sep 06, 2011
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Symposium to examine monetary policy

A lunchtime business symposium on monetary policy, financial markets and the Fed’s evolving role will be held Oct. 3 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Greenville Country Club. Speakers...