Engineering/Technology Archives

Jul 15, 2024
  • Ken Buday

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...

Jun 27, 2024
  • Ken Buday

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,...

Jun 26, 2024
  • Ken Buday

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...

Jun 13, 2024
  • Doug Boyd

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...

May 29, 2024
  • Ken Buday

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...

May 22, 2024
  • Kim Tilghman

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...

May 22, 2024
  • Kristen Martin

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...

May 22, 2024
  • Michael Rudd

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...

May 22, 2024
  • Patricia Earnhardt Tyndall

Brinkley-Lane Scholar: Saline Kulas

A day-in-the-life experience helped Saline Kulas know that East Carolina University was the best fit. Being named a Brinkley-Lane Scholar sealed the decision for the J.H. Rose High School senior...

May 13, 2024
  • Ken Buday

ECU engineering students selected for naval research internships

Three students from East Carolina University’s Department of Engineering have received fellowships through the Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program (NREIP) and will be spending the summer working at the Naval...