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Education

ECU sponsors screening, discussion of ‘Tipping the Pain Scale’

East Carolina University is sponsoring a virtual screening and discussion of “Tipping the Pain Scale,” a film that explores the systems that have been ineffective ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Monday, February 21, 2022 4:38 pm

Education

Coger named ECU provost

After a competitive national search, a UNC System veteran engineering educator and administrator has been named Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Thursday, December 2, 2021 1:43 pm

Coronavirus

ECU begins clinical trials for Merck’s COVID-19 pill

Researchers at East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine are enrolling subjects in a new clinical trial for the antiviral pill being developed by Merck ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Wednesday, October 6, 2021 3:25 pm

Education

ECU bolsters access, affordability, clears student debt

GREENVILLE — The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III), part of the American Rescue Plan signed into law on March 11, provides $39.6 ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Wednesday, June 30, 2021 12:32 pm

Health

ECU, Vidant Health to clinically integrate, create ECU-branded academic health system

GREENVILLE — East Carolina University will move toward full clinical integration with Vidant Health and the creation of a distinctive health system brand – ECU ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Wednesday, June 23, 2021 5:57 pm

Beaufort County

RISE29 empowers students, businesses in eastern NC

Entering its third year, RISE29, East Carolina University’s student entrepreneurship program, is finding its footing. Tasked with creating a new generation of entrepreneurial leaders in ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Wednesday, June 2, 2021 4:08 pm

Education

Former ECU faculty member gives surprise $5.2 million to School of Music

GREENVILLE — 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 ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Monday, April 12, 2021 3:11 pm

Education

ECU’s Dr. Jesse R. Peel LGBTQ Center celebrates 10 years

The Dr. Jesse R. Peel LGBTQ Center at East Carolina University will mark its 10th anniversary with a virtual ceremony on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Thursday, January 21, 2021 4:45 pm

Education

ECU events celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

GREENVILLE – East Carolina University will host several events celebrating the life and continuing legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from Jan. 23-28. The ... Read more

by East Carolina University, Tuesday, January 19, 2021 3:02 pm

Education

ECU announces furloughs for some administrators

As East Carolina University continues to address revenue declines because of the coronavirus pandemic, 23 senior administrative leaders will be placed on furlough for 10 ... Read more