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Apr 10, 2013
  • Doug Boyd

Study shows fish oil can boost immune system

GREENVILLE, N.C.   (Apr. 10, 2013)   —   Fish oil, a common dietary supplement touted for lowering triglycerides and suppressing inflammation, might also help boost the immune system, according to...

Apr 09, 2013
  • Mary Schulken

‘TIRELESS ADVOCATE’

An East Carolina University researcher and faculty member described as a tireless advocate for a high quality university education has received the campus’ top leadership award for women. Dr. Catherine...

Apr 08, 2013
  • ECU News Services

Baohong Zhang

Baohong Zhang, a molecular biologist and associate professor of biology, received a 2013 Five-Year Achievement Award from the ECU Division of Research and Graduate Studies. His research focuses on three...

Apr 08, 2013
  • ECU News Services

FAMILY FRIENDLY

More than 100 visual and performing artists engaged children and their parents at East Carolina University at the ninth annual Youth Arts Festival on April 6. Sponsored by the ECU...

Apr 08, 2013
  • ECU News Services

Thomas Herron

An English professor at East Carolina University is being recognized this month for his research and published works on the literary and cultural history of late-16th- and early-17th-century Ireland. Associate...

Apr 08, 2013
  • Doug Boyd

Taylor recognized for graduate mentorship

GREENVILLE, N.C.   (Apr. 8, 2013)   —   Dr. David Taylor has been named one of two recipients of a new East Carolina University award that recognizes mentorship of graduate...

Apr 08, 2013
  • ECU News Services

ALL ABOARD

Visitors to East Carolina University toured campus, visited Joyner Library and residence halls, and sampled the fare in university dining halls during the 2013 Spring Open House held April 6....

Apr 08, 2013
  • ECU News Services

RESEARCH DRIVES DISCOVERY

More than 280 undergraduate and graduate students are expected to present their research this week to fellow students, colleagues, faculty and the local community in a conference-style setting this week...

Apr 08, 2013
  • Crystal Baity

Rebecca J. Dumlao

Vibrant flowers decorate Rebecca Dumlao’s office in Joyner East overlooking the Cupola at East Carolina University. A large window provides ample light for real blooms next to her desk, and...

Apr 05, 2013
  • Justin Boulmay

‘LIGHT BULB’ MOMENTS

The most rewarding thing about teaching biology for Dr. John Stiller is also the most difficult: Helping students reach those “light bulb” moments in which they obviously have grasped the...