ECU Contributor Archives

May 12, 2022
  • Kristen Martin

Marissa Diaz

For Marissa Diaz, East Carolina University was not a household name. The Naples, Florida native learned about ECU from close family friends who are also Pirate alumni. “They thought it...

May 12, 2022
  • Spaine Stephens

Annaleise Darrohn

Annaleise Darrohn is shaping her future nursing career from a worldly perspective. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased her passion to serve others, and she believes that a solid foundation in...

May 12, 2022
  • Lacey L. Gray

Gabby Curlings

Gabriela “Gabby” Curlings wants to become a gynecologist and one day hopes to research and advance female health care. An 18-year-old from Greenville, Curlings is a senior at the Pitt...

May 12, 2022
  • Julie Roman

Katie Council

From cheerleading squad to a squad of scholars, Katie Council is heading to East Carolina University with a spirit of “servire” in mind. Council plans to study biology with a...

May 12, 2022
  • Harley Dartt

Julia Cavanaugh

Vocalist Julia Cavanaugh intends to use the opportunities afforded her as an EC Scholar to positively affect people’s lives through music therapy. “While I have always loved music, I wanted...

May 12, 2022
  • Ronnie Woodward

Sarayu Adala

Sarayu Adala has an older cousin who was an East Carolina University EC Scholar and 2020 graduate, so Adala is aware of the prestigious award and commitment. She also is...

May 12, 2022
  • Ken Buday

Growing pharmaceutical industry focus of conference at ECU

Against the backdrop of a growing pharmaceutical industry in eastern North Carolina, East Carolina University and the Eastern Region Pharma Center hosted its annual Spring Pharma Conference on Tuesday and...

Dr. Emily Yeager spends time her with student researchers Anjalee Hou, center, and Taylor Cash.
May 11, 2022
  • Kristen Martin

RESEARCH CONNECTION

For many aspiring college students, being able to participate in research projects as an undergraduate is a huge draw. With East Carolina University’s status as the only university in North...

May 10, 2022
  • Kim Tilghman

Tran named director of undergraduate research at ECU

East Carolina University’s Division of Research, Economic Development and Engagement has named Dr. Tuan Tran director of the Office of Undergraduate Research. Tran officially takes over the role this summer....

May 09, 2022
  • Lacey L. Gray

Three ECU faculty receive 2022 Harriot College Dean’s Early Career Award

The dean of East Carolina University’s Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences has named three faculty members as recipients of the prestigious 2022 Dean’s Early Career Award. Typically awarded...