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There are many centers of higher learning, schools that are well attended by many aspiring individuals from our area, who want to improve their status, their minds, their lives.

A new study by researchers at East Carolina University suggests that equivalent health insurance coverage may not level the disparities between African-American and Caucasian lung cancer patients when it comes to the stage at which they're diagnosed.
A new study by researchers at East Carolina University suggests that equivalent health insurance coverage may not level the disparities between African-American and Caucasian lung cancer patients when it comes to the stage at which they're diagnosed.
 
East Carolina University is one of thousands of campuses across the country participating in "V-Day," a global movement to open dialogue and end violence against women and girls.
East Carolina University is one of thousands of campuses across the country participating in "V-Day," a global movement to open dialogue and end violence against women and girls.
 
Innovative community health care driven by patient needs, and tailoring local resources to cooperatively address those needs was the focus of the 11th annual Jean Mills Health Symposium held Feb. 6 at East Carolina University.
Innovative community health care driven by patient needs, and tailoring local resources to cooperatively address those needs was the focus of the 11th annual Jean Mills Health Symposium held Feb. 6 at East Carolina University.
 
For the first time ever, most of East Carolina University's extensive African art collection is being exhibited simultaneously at six different sites during February.
For the first time ever, most of East Carolina University's extensive African art collection is being exhibited simultaneously at six different sites during February.
 
The renewal of a private funding source for research at East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine will support work related to diseases that most impact the lives of eastern North Carolinians.
The renewal of a private funding source for research at East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine will support work related to diseases that most impact the lives of eastern North Carolinians.
 
When East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine was awarded a $1 million grant by the American Medical Association in 2013 to help shape how future doctors are trained, AMA leaders cited the school's reputation for bold innovation.
When East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine was awarded a $1 million grant by the American Medical Association in 2013 to help shape how future doctors are trained, AMA leaders cited the school's reputation for bold innovation.
 
An article authored by East Carolina University accounting professor Rebecca Fay made the front page of the Journal of Accountancy, the leading journal published by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA). The magazine reaches 500,000 accounting and finance professionals each month, more than...
An article authored by East Carolina University accounting professor Rebecca Fay made the front page of the Journal of Accountancy, the leading journal published by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA). The magazine reaches 500,000 accounting and finance professionals each month, more than...
 
As of Jan. 30, the CDC reported 102 people from 14 states suffering from an outbreak of measles, most linked to exposure at an amusement park in California. As the highly contagious disease continues to spread, an ongoing controversy has flared regarding parents' choices not to vaccinate...
As of Jan. 30, the CDC reported 102 people from 14 states suffering from an outbreak of measles, most linked to exposure at an amusement park in California. As the highly contagious disease continues to spread, an ongoing controversy has flared regarding parents' choices not to vaccinate...
 
Whether a snowstorm emerges or a hurricane strikes, East Carolina University has a plan. That's one reason the National Weather Service has again recognized ECU as StormReady, a nationwide program that helps communities plan for severe weather through advanced planning, education and awareness.
Whether a snowstorm emerges or a hurricane strikes, East Carolina University has a plan. That's one reason the National Weather Service has again recognized ECU as StormReady, a nationwide program that helps communities plan for severe weather through advanced planning, education and awareness.
 
A light snow fell on East Carolina University's newest dental service learning center in Spruce Pine on Jan. 30, as stakeholders gathered for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the facility for dental education and oral health care.
A light snow fell on East Carolina University's newest dental service learning center in Spruce Pine on Jan. 30, as stakeholders gathered for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the facility for dental education and oral health care.
 
An East Carolina University program that assists college students with learning disabilities will get an important boost from a two-year grant recently awarded by the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust.
An East Carolina University program that assists college students with learning disabilities will get an important boost from a two-year grant recently awarded by the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust.
 
East Carolina University sophomore Katherine Corbett may be best known for her ballet and tap skills, but she also can sew.
East Carolina University sophomore Katherine Corbett may be best known for her ballet and tap skills, but she also can sew.
 
A record-setting 1,145 Pirates braved temperatures in the 40s Jan. 22 to jump into the icy waters of the outdoor swimming pool at East Carolina University's Student Recreation Center.
A record-setting 1,145 Pirates braved temperatures in the 40s Jan. 22 to jump into the icy waters of the outdoor swimming pool at East Carolina University's Student Recreation Center.
 
A new state requirement brought more than 40 physical education teachers to East Carolina University recently for a daylong workshop.
A new state requirement brought more than 40 physical education teachers to East Carolina University recently for a daylong workshop.
 
It has been long hypothesized that what and when you eat affects your bottom line (pun intended). But new animal research suggests that limiting the amount of time in which food is consumed during the day may directly relate to obesity or healthy weight - at least in mice models, that is...
It has been long hypothesized that what and when you eat affects your bottom line (pun intended). But new animal research suggests that limiting the amount of time in which food is consumed during the day may directly relate to obesity or healthy weight - at least in mice models, that is...
 
Patrons of Todd Dining Hall at East Carolina University were entertained by ECU alumnus Chris Grymes' "pop-up performance" on Jan. 21.
Patrons of Todd Dining Hall at East Carolina University were entertained by ECU alumnus Chris Grymes' "pop-up performance" on Jan. 21.
 
The second of two public forums was hosted by East Carolina University Tuesday to allow Board of Trustees members to hear community viewpoints on the possible renaming of Aycock Residence Hall.
The second of two public forums was hosted by East Carolina University Tuesday to allow Board of Trustees members to hear community viewpoints on the possible renaming of Aycock Residence Hall.
 
East Carolina University archivists are in the middle of a yearlong project to catalogue everything from film reels to financial statements from more than 600 outdoor theaters across the nation.
East Carolina University archivists are in the middle of a yearlong project to catalogue everything from film reels to financial statements from more than 600 outdoor theaters across the nation.
 
Tynita Butts, the record-setting high jumper on ECU's track and field team who won the Penn Relays twice and was named an NCAA All-American six times, was inducted into her high school's sports hall of fame. The ceremony was held Dec. 8 at T.C. Williams High School in her hometown of Alexandria, Vir
Tynita Butts, the record-setting high jumper on ECU's track and field team who won the Penn Relays twice and was named an NCAA All-American six times, was inducted into her high school's sports hall of fame. The ceremony was held Dec. 8 at T.C. Williams High School in her hometown of Alexandria, Vir
 
Accept responsibility when it comes, the editor-in-chief of Ebony magazine Mitzi Miller told a crowd at East Carolina University Tuesday night. Even though a task may seem overwhelming, she said, "You accept it; you move forward."
Accept responsibility when it comes, the editor-in-chief of Ebony magazine Mitzi Miller told a crowd at East Carolina University Tuesday night. Even though a task may seem overwhelming, she said, "You accept it; you move forward."
 
East Carolina University will host two public forums to gather feedback on the naming of Charles B. Aycock Residence Hall — one session focused on students' opinions and the other for employees, alumni and the community.
East Carolina University will host two public forums to gather feedback on the naming of Charles B. Aycock Residence Hall — one session focused on students' opinions and the other for employees, alumni and the community.
 
Influenza has reached epidemic levels in the United States, with a total of 90 people who have died from flu-related causes in North Carolina. Despite concerns that this year's vaccine is not effective against all strains, health officials still indicate that vaccination is the best protection...
Influenza has reached epidemic levels in the United States, with a total of 90 people who have died from flu-related causes in North Carolina. Despite concerns that this year's vaccine is not effective against all strains, health officials still indicate that vaccination is the best protection...
 
Two East Carolina University researchers have received funding for a project that could lead to better quality of life for people living with chronic pain.
Two East Carolina University researchers have received funding for a project that could lead to better quality of life for people living with chronic pain.
 
In rural eastern North Carolina, septic systems are the primary way sewage is treated. While the systems are simple yet effective, some experts now wonder if the systems and the rules governing their installation are sufficient to keep ground and surface water clean from the modern synthetic...
In rural eastern North Carolina, septic systems are the primary way sewage is treated. While the systems are simple yet effective, some experts now wonder if the systems and the rules governing their installation are sufficient to keep ground and surface water clean from the modern synthetic...
 
Two events at East Carolina University will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Two events at East Carolina University will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
 
Heavy downpours didn't dampen the celebration of a construction milestone for Gateway Residence Hall at East Carolina University on Jan. 12.
Heavy downpours didn't dampen the celebration of a construction milestone for Gateway Residence Hall at East Carolina University on Jan. 12.
 
East Carolina University faculty who can generate creative, innovative ways of teaching course materials are eligible for grants offered by Teaching Grants Committee of ECU's Faculty Senate.
East Carolina University faculty who can generate creative, innovative ways of teaching course materials are eligible for grants offered by Teaching Grants Committee of ECU's Faculty Senate.
 
A new grant will allow East Carolina University and partner institutions to address a saltwater issue affecting the ecosystems and economy of eastern North Carolina.
A new grant will allow East Carolina University and partner institutions to address a saltwater issue affecting the ecosystems and economy of eastern North Carolina.
 
The 19th Annual Polar Bear Plunge will be held at the Student Recreation Center at 7 p.m. Jan. 22. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. and at 7 p.m., ECU students, faculty and staff will take the plunge into the icy waters of the outdoor swimming pool.
The 19th Annual Polar Bear Plunge will be held at the Student Recreation Center at 7 p.m. Jan. 22. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. and at 7 p.m., ECU students, faculty and staff will take the plunge into the icy waters of the outdoor swimming pool.
 
Two events at East Carolina University will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The MLK Day of Service will begin at 9 a.m. Jan. 19 in Ledonia Wright Cultural Center. Participants will listen to King's "I Have a Dream" speech, followed by remarks from Dr. Virginia Hardy, vice...
Two events at East Carolina University will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The MLK Day of Service will begin at 9 a.m. Jan. 19 in Ledonia Wright Cultural Center. Participants will listen to King's "I Have a Dream" speech, followed by remarks from Dr. Virginia Hardy, vice...
 
East Carolina University has earned higher education's top honor for community engagement. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching announced Jan. 7 that ECU received the 2015 Community Engagement Classification.
East Carolina University has earned higher education's top honor for community engagement. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching announced Jan. 7 that ECU received the 2015 Community Engagement Classification.
 
Cellists, pianists, violinists and violists from around the world have converged at East Carolina University for its first-ever Winter Workshop.
Cellists, pianists, violinists and violists from around the world have converged at East Carolina University for its first-ever Winter Workshop.
 
Online graduate programs in nursing and business at East Carolina University rank among the nation's best, according to a listing released Jan. 7 by U.S. News & World Report.
Online graduate programs in nursing and business at East Carolina University rank among the nation's best, according to a listing released Jan. 7 by U.S. News & World Report.
 
East Carolina University is joining an American Council on Education alternative credit consortium as part of an initiative to create a more flexible pathway toward a college degree for millions of nontraditional learners.
East Carolina University is joining an American Council on Education alternative credit consortium as part of an initiative to create a more flexible pathway toward a college degree for millions of nontraditional learners.
 
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