ECU Now Blog Archives

Apr 04, 2022
  • John F. Kros
  • Jon F. Kirchoff

Disruption and the future of the global supply chain

The pandemic brought two relatively obscure words into the forefront of our collective consciousness: supply chain. Supply chain disruptions, shipping delays, port congestion and product shortages continue to plague global...

Apr 01, 2022
  • Rob Spahr

Brody’s interprofessional clinical simulation program earns full accreditation

One of the most modern and engaging medical education programs at East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine has received full accreditation from an international organization that advocates for best...

Apr 01, 2022
  • Michael Rudd

Preparing joy: School of Hospitality Leadership work with community

Traditionally, the School of Hospitality Leadership's luncheon series was a tough ticket to find on East Carolina University's campus. The series, typically held during both the fall and spring terms,...

Mar 30, 2022
  • Lacey L. Gray

ECU’s Voyages of Discovery Series features distinguished teaching professor of environmental biology

East Carolina University’s Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences wraps up the 15th season of its signature Voyages of Discovery Series at 7 p.m. April 14 with a free,...

Mar 29, 2022
  • Rob Spahr

Brody School of Medicine honors eight master educators

The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University honored eight educators for their strong commitment to training the next generation of highly skilled and compassionate physicians. The Master Educator program...

Mar 28, 2022
  • Jamie Smith

ECU alumnus, doctor helping refugees near Ukrainian border

When Dr. Alberto Castro Bigalli, 2021 graduate of the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, saw Russia’s invasion of Ukraine unfolding and the flood of refugees heading for...

Mar 25, 2022
  • Kelly Rogers Dilda

ECU professor named to national committee on equity and inclusion

Dr. Rachel Roper, professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology in the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, has been appointed to the American Society for Microbiology...

Mar 24, 2022
  • Spaine Stephens

ECU medical school alumnus writes book on importance of advocacy in medicine

When Dr. Benjamin Gilmer reported to his new job as a rural physician in western North Carolina, he learned he had the same last name as the physician he was...

Mar 22, 2022
  • Natalie Sayewich

ECU College of Nursing welcomes 9 into Hall of Fame

The ECU College of Nursing welcomed nine new members to its Hall of Fame and honored a longtime faculty member as its 2022 Distinguished Alumni during its induction ceremony at...

Mar 21, 2022
  • Ken Buday

ECU team publishes research on use of recycled masks in asphalt

While some may see trash, others see opportunity. “You want to fully utilize any waste. It’s not waste. It can be a resource,” said Dr. George Wang, chair of East...