Students can take alternate paths to an ECU degree
(Video by Rich Klindworth) Earning a bachelor’s degree doesn’t always follow a traditional course from graduating high school to starting as a freshman on campus. Some students take an alternate...
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ECU extends path to technology degree with new partnership
Students in Duplin County now have an easier path to an East Carolina University degree thanks to the signing of a bilateral agreement with James Sprunt Community College. The agreement...
Youth explore STEM as part of ECU camp
In a world where robots constructed from cardboard boxes battle for ultimate supremacy, Jordan Elliott surmised that his came out on top. “They double-teamed me at the end, but I...
High school teachers learn about cybersecurity through unique camp
Dr. Te-Shun Chou explained to the class the ease at which hackers can obtain computer passwords. The class — consisting of a dozen high school teachers — sat in silence,...
Project Kitty Hawk enhances brand of ECU online programs
Sarah Williams had tried online courses at two institutions. Then she found an East Carolina University psychology program powered by Project Kitty Hawk. The strong support and communication she’s receiving...
Construction heats up on campus this summer
This summer, heavy equipment will be laying down steaming hot asphalt around campus, but new chilled water pipes will soon be delivering cool, crisp air if you need to duck...
ECU Pharma Conference illustrates growth of industry
The East Carolina University Spring Pharma Conference celebrated its fifth anniversary last week — and celebrated growth in the pharmaceutical industry at the same time. About 200 people attended the...
Brinkley-Lane Scholar: Annika Bhardwaj
Cary native Annika Bhardwaj is excited to start her journey at East Carolina University in the fall. She arrives with many impressive accomplishments and ready to embark on even more...
Brinkley-Lane Scholar: Haleigh Long
Haleigh Long was drawn to the inviting environment she felt the moment she stepped foot onto East Carolina University’s campus. The 18-year-old from Farmville had toured several universities but knew...
Brinkley-Lane Scholar: Kathryn Adkins
Eighteen-year-old Kathryn Adkins’ resume lists numerous reasons she would be a welcome addition to Pirate Nation: two pages of extracurricular activities, including tennis championships and club participation and a page...