ECU researchers record glacial melt in Antarctica
Researchers from East Carolina University are studying glacial melt at the Antarctic to better understand the impact of climate change in the polar region around the Earth’s south pole. Tristan...
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Faculty: Dr. Erik Taylor
Professor Erik C. Taylor doesn’t just read the newspaper — he turns it into a dynamic teaching moment. “On a classroom day for me, the first thing I do to...
Student: Sarah Maisto
From growing the Pirate Sales Club to shaping future leaders through the Toolbox Leadership Academy, Sarah Maisto has established herself as a standout student at East Carolina University. Throughout her...
Innovative study shows therapy’s lasting impact on children’s hand function
Sometimes rigorous scientific research and therapeutic treatment comes in the form of a ninja warrior course. Natalie McBryde graduated from East Carolina University in May 2024 with a degree in...
Donor support burns brightly during Pirate Nation Gives
More than 2,300 alumni, friends and students took the cake to support East Carolina University during Pirate Nation Gives on March 5. Gifts came from far away and right in...
Lamson awarded for impact, excellence in public service
RALEIGH — Dr. Angela Lamson had a natural and definitive response to the phone call she received informing her she won the 2024 Governor James E. Holshouser, Jr. Award for...
Dental school’s annual Sonríe Clinic brings smiles to Hispanic community
Language barriers highlight the obstacles in the way of human connections — but a smile is universal. East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine students, residents, faculty, staff, undergraduate student...
ECU students, staff assist western North Carolina community with historical homes survey
On Jan. 25-26, East Carolina University students and staff conducted a historic house survey in western North Carolina in the wake of significant property damage during Hurricane Helene. The team...
ECU to premiere ‘Wild Heart,’ a modern take on Joan of Arc’s story
Behind the Scenes: Promotional Artwork ECU Creative Services designer Matt Wyrick created the promotional artwork for “Wild Heart.” His art has been adopted for use nationwide. When people hear the...
Students lead café kitchen at ECU, learning nutrition and food service skills
In early February, students in chef’s coats and a motley array of East Carolina University baseball hats fired up the grills, sharpened the knives and turned on the cash registers...