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A Pirate Navigator in a purple collared shirt holding an ‘Ask a Pirate’ sign helps direct prospective students around campus.
Nov 07, 2024
  • Will Lukas

Tips for ECU’s Fall 2024 Open House

Pirate Nation is buzzing with excitement this week as we prepare to welcome more than 2,000 future Pirates and their families to our ARRRGH campus for ECU’s Fall 2024 Open...

two alumni wave to fellow Pirates from a parade float.
Oct 18, 2024
  • Will Lukas

Set Sail for Homecoming in Pirate Nation

ARRRGH you ready for a week packed with fun, campus activities, skits, prizes and more? Homecoming Week 2024 is about to blast off, and this year's theme is ECUniverse! Homecoming...

Sep 17, 2024
  • Will Lukas

Welcome aboard, opportunities abound!

Ahoy Mateys, Captain Will here! So, my crew told me that you’re interested in attending ECU after high school, and I am thrilled to hear that! I wanted to share...

Jul 15, 2024
  • Will Lukas

Set Sail for Success: Tips for a Successful Transition to ECU

Welcome aboard, new Pirates! ARRRGH you excited?! It is almost time for you to embark on your journey in Pirate Nation and everyone here at ECU is eagerly awaiting your...

Will Lukas (Contributed Photos)
May 07, 2024
  • Will Lukas

Tips from a Transfer Pirate

Ahoy there, transfer Pirate! We ARRRGH so excited that you’re considering climbing aboard our pirate ship and sailing the seas with us to find the treasure that is your ECU...

Nov 09, 2023
  • Haven Bowers

Sailing Smoothly Through Final Exams

Ahoy, Pirates! As we hoist the flag of finals and prepare to navigate the treacherous waters of exams, it's time to muster our academic prowess and set sail toward success....

Female student decorates room
Jul 21, 2023
  • Haven Bowers

Pack like a Pirate: 5 Packing Tips for Your First Semester at ECU

Moving into a dorm room for the first time can be a challenge. Living with someone in addition to having smaller living quarters takes adjusting to, but can be a...

Students walk to class
Jul 07, 2023
  • Haven Bowers

How to Make the Most of Your Summer Before ECU Fall 2023!

We are counting down the days until FDOC this August! But we can’t exactly speed up the calendar…so, whether you’re stuck inside with a bad sunburn or scouring the internet...

Parent takes a photo at E C U letters in front of the Main Campus Student Center
Mar 20, 2023
  • Haven Bowers

6 Ways to Make the Most Out of Pirates Aboard

Wondering how to make the most out of your visit to ECU during Pirates Aboard Admitted Student Day? Take a look at these 6 simple tips to make sure your...

A student works with therapy exams
Nov 30, 2022
  • Jethro Libutan

Tips for Finals

Hello Pirate Nation! Finals season has begun here at East Carolina University. As we near the end of fall semester, many students are beginning to feel stressed. Every student wants...