Cluster Notification — April 27
Students, faculty and staff: East Carolina University has identified a cluster of COVID-19 cases within Jones Residence Hall (five cases). A “cluster” is defined by the North Carolina Department of Health and...
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ECU introduces K-12 students to benefits of college education
East Carolina University officials are working to introduce more students, at younger ages, to life as an ECU student. “We feel like, in undergraduate admissions, that it’s really important for...
A message from Chancellor Rogers on supporting the ECU community
ECU Community: East Carolina University is preparing to bring another academic semester to a close. And while we look ahead with hopeful optimism for summer vacations and more available vaccination...
ECU investigating following fire in Tyler Residence Hall
Around 4:30 a.m. today, Friday, April 16, East Carolina University Police responded to a fire alarm in Tyler Residence Hall. Responding officers found a small fire in a student’s room...
UNC System President Peter Hans to deliver ECU commencement keynote address
East Carolina University will host three in-person commencement ceremonies Friday, May 7 at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium to celebrate the spring Class of 2021 and the Class of 2020. University of North...
Analysis shows hospitality/tourism Industry will have a different look
The Rosewood Hotel, located in Ontario, Canada, is most likely known to Schitt’s Creek fans as the Rosebud Motel. According to the School of Hospitality Leadership’s director, Dr. Bob O’Halloran,...
Kean appointed interim dean of College of Fine Arts and Communication
Dr. Linda Kean, professor of communication, has been appointed interim dean of East Carolina University’s College of Fine Arts and Communication. Kean’s appointment has been approved by the UNC Board...
Former ECU faculty member gives surprise $5.2 million to School of Music
A former East Carolina University faculty member left the university a multi-million-dollar gift in her will that will support School of Music scholarships. Beatrice “Bea” Chauncey came to the university...
ECU to host vaccination clinic for College Week
HIGHLIGHTS ECU is hosting a mass vaccination clinic April 7-9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. NC residents who meet age requirements are eligible for the vaccine beginning April...
ECU named First-gen Forward institution for its commitment to the advancement, success of first-generation students
In recognition of its commitment to the success of first-generation students, East Carolina University has been selected as a First-gen Forward institution by the Center for First-generation Student Success. ECU...