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Flanagan Building in fall
Nov 10, 2022
  • Jethro Libutan

Fall in Pirate Nation!

Hello Pirate Nation! Fall season has officially begun here at East Carolina University! Fall is an extremely exciting time at ECU. The leaves begin to change into pretty colors, the...

professor assists student on a computer
Oct 21, 2022
  • Jo Anna Rohrbaugh

Transfer Tales: From Transfer Student to Academic Advisor

Experience as a transfer student laid a foundation for Jason Denius’ advocacy for transfer student college and career success. Since graduating from East Carolina University, Jason has served as an...

Jun 22, 2022
  • Hannah Eccleston

5 Things to Know About Orientation

Throughout the summer, East Carolina University will welcome incoming students to campus for orientation. During the two-day experience, students and their parents will learn all about campus and being a...

female student studies outside her residence hall
Apr 08, 2022
  • Jethro Libutan

Spring has sprung in Pirate Nation!

Hello Pirate Nation! Spring has officially sprung here at East Carolina University! Spring is an extremely thrilling time at ECU. Flowers are blooming, everyone starts to hang out on the...

Nov 10, 2021
  • Jethro Libutan

ECU Football Game Day Traditions

Hello everyone! My name is Jethro Libutan and I am a freshman here at East Carolina University. One of my favorite things about East Carolina University is college football game...

Oct 08, 2021
  • Admissions

Tips for Fall Open House

Mark your calendars for October 16th because East Carolina University’s annual Fall Open House is an event you’re not going to want to miss! Open House is a great opportunity...

panoramic view of Gateway Residence Hall on College Hill
Oct 23, 2020
  • Nancy Childs

Finding My Home at ECU as a Transfer Student

Hello everyone! My name is Tonishka Adams, but I go by NeNe, and I am a transfer student at East Carolina University. I started my journey here at Pirate Nation...

Kappa Delta girls prepare for a party with balloon decorations
Oct 20, 2020
  • Nancy Childs

Melissa Caceres Finds Opportunity as a Transfer Student

ECU transfer student Melissa Caceres loves to stay busy. She is taking a full load of business courses at ECU while serving her sorority and working jobs she loves at...

Students walk among the fall leaves by the Rawl Building on the E C U campus
Sep 05, 2020
  • Admissions

Tips for Applying to ECU

Steps to Apply: 1. Create a Navigator account at navigator.ecu.edu. This account will allow you to check on the status of your application. You can also sign up for a...

Wright Plaza on Campus
Apr 22, 2020
  • Cassie Guthrie

Hold Fast, Pirates

Hi Pirate Nation! As the weeks continue battling this pandemic, I hope you all are staying safe and healthy. During this time, this might be challenging for you, your family...