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East Carolina University School of Communication Director Linda Kean was honored Oct. 9 with the 2014 NCA Health Communication Division's Outstanding Scholar Award.
East Carolina University School of Communication Director Linda Kean was honored Oct. 9 with the 2014 NCA Health Communication Division's Outstanding Scholar Award.
 
Historian and civil rights activist Julian Bond will present the Lawrence F. Brewster Lecture in History at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 in Wright Auditorium at East Carolina University.
Historian and civil rights activist Julian Bond will present the Lawrence F. Brewster Lecture in History at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 in Wright Auditorium at East Carolina University.
 
Nina Davuluri, Miss America 2014, challenged East Carolina University students to celebrate their diversity – whatever that may be – and to be accepting of others.
Nina Davuluri, Miss America 2014, challenged East Carolina University students to celebrate their diversity – whatever that may be – and to be accepting of others.
 
Imagine taking a project you've devoted your life to over the last several months, semesters, or even years.
Imagine taking a project you've devoted your life to over the last several months, semesters, or even years.
 
East Carolina University has joined 100 cutting-edge colleges and universities nationwide recognized by the League of American Bicyclists with a Silver Bicycle Friendly University award.
East Carolina University has joined 100 cutting-edge colleges and universities nationwide recognized by the League of American Bicyclists with a Silver Bicycle Friendly University award.
 
Black Jack resident William Hulslander tried sled hockey at a clinic hosted by East Carolina University and liked it so much that he ended up joining a team.
Black Jack resident William Hulslander tried sled hockey at a clinic hosted by East Carolina University and liked it so much that he ended up joining a team.
 
Faculty and staff from across East Carolina University gathered at the East Carolina Heart Institute on Oct. 13 to honor Dr. Stephen Thomas, who will retire as the dean of the College of Allied Health Sciences this month after 34 years with the college.
Faculty and staff from across East Carolina University gathered at the East Carolina Heart Institute on Oct. 13 to honor Dr. Stephen Thomas, who will retire as the dean of the College of Allied Health Sciences this month after 34 years with the college.
 
As the holiday season approaches, many of us look forward to fun events full of family, friends and food. However, those who are working to achieve or maintain a healthy weight may also worry about gaining extra pounds amidst the celebration.
As the holiday season approaches, many of us look forward to fun events full of family, friends and food. However, those who are working to achieve or maintain a healthy weight may also worry about gaining extra pounds amidst the celebration.
 
With the November elections just around the corner, late night television comedians are cranking up the political jokes. How far public opinion might swayed by the humor targeting politicians is the subject of a new book by East Carolina University political science professors Jody Baumgartner and J
With the November elections just around the corner, late night television comedians are cranking up the political jokes. How far public opinion might swayed by the humor targeting politicians is the subject of a new book by East Carolina University political science professors Jody Baumgartner and J
 
Most enzymes spend their lives breaking down proteins to benefit their host organisms, so East Carolina University biochemist Lance Bridges has an apt description for one he's investigating that apparently does nothing.
Most enzymes spend their lives breaking down proteins to benefit their host organisms, so East Carolina University biochemist Lance Bridges has an apt description for one he's investigating that apparently does nothing.
 
As fears about Ebola continue to spread much faster than the virus itself, experts from East Carolina University offered their perspectives on the issue during a panel discussion on Oct. 16.
As fears about Ebola continue to spread much faster than the virus itself, experts from East Carolina University offered their perspectives on the issue during a panel discussion on Oct. 16.
 
About 70 East Carolina University students were willing to forgo fall break for the chance to dance with an internationally-known company.
About 70 East Carolina University students were willing to forgo fall break for the chance to dance with an internationally-known company.
 
For the eighth straight year, East Carolina University's College of Business ranks among the best in the nation by The Princeton Review.
For the eighth straight year, East Carolina University's College of Business ranks among the best in the nation by The Princeton Review.
 
An East Carolina University surgeon has been selected to serve as second vice president of the American College of Surgeons – the highest office in that organization ever held by a Brody School of Medicine doctor.
An East Carolina University surgeon has been selected to serve as second vice president of the American College of Surgeons – the highest office in that organization ever held by a Brody School of Medicine doctor.
 
The stage of McGinnis Theatre has been transformed into a grim post-World War II New Orleans for the upcoming production of "A Streetcar Named Desire."
The stage of McGinnis Theatre has been transformed into a grim post-World War II New Orleans for the upcoming production of "A Streetcar Named Desire."
 
Three days a week, Becky Blanton of Jamesville travels 90 miles round trip to East Carolina University. And she's not attending classes.
Three days a week, Becky Blanton of Jamesville travels 90 miles round trip to East Carolina University. And she's not attending classes.
 
More than 750 people took a shot to the arm Oct. 8 during the first of four flu vaccination clinics scheduled at East Carolina University this fall.
More than 750 people took a shot to the arm Oct. 8 during the first of four flu vaccination clinics scheduled at East Carolina University this fall.
 
Eighth-grader Beyoncé Best portrayed a plant manager for a Goldfish cracker manufacturing facility in an exercise October 10 at East Carolina University.
Eighth-grader Beyoncé Best portrayed a plant manager for a Goldfish cracker manufacturing facility in an exercise October 10 at East Carolina University.
 
Researchers at East Carolina University have discovered that certain populations of a South American frog species have changed their appearance to avoid predators through mimicry of other species, causing the populations to diverge - possibly to the point of evolving into two different species.
Researchers at East Carolina University have discovered that certain populations of a South American frog species have changed their appearance to avoid predators through mimicry of other species, causing the populations to diverge - possibly to the point of evolving into two different species.
 
Miss America 2014 will present "The Beauty of Service, Scholarship and Global Citizenship" at 6 p.m. Oct. 22 in Mendenhall Student Center at East Carolina University.
Miss America 2014 will present "The Beauty of Service, Scholarship and Global Citizenship" at 6 p.m. Oct. 22 in Mendenhall Student Center at East Carolina University.
 
Former East Carolina University soccer star Hali Oughton was interviewed by the media many times during her college career. Now she's the one holding the microphone in her job as an on-air reporter for the American Athletic Conference.
Former East Carolina University soccer star Hali Oughton was interviewed by the media many times during her college career. Now she's the one holding the microphone in her job as an on-air reporter for the American Athletic Conference.
 
Drs. David Brown and S. Raza Shaikh have very different scientific skill sets. They might never have met if not for a multi-disciplinary research group based at East Carolina University.
Drs. David Brown and S. Raza Shaikh have very different scientific skill sets. They might never have met if not for a multi-disciplinary research group based at East Carolina University.
 
A satellite image of western North Carolina from the first weekend in October might reveal vibrant shades of fall. But in the East, purple and gold prevailed.
A satellite image of western North Carolina from the first weekend in October might reveal vibrant shades of fall. But in the East, purple and gold prevailed.
 
As the Ebola outbreak in West Africa intensifies daily, East Carolina University experts are coming together to present a public discussion of the disease and its potential impact in the United States.
As the Ebola outbreak in West Africa intensifies daily, East Carolina University experts are coming together to present a public discussion of the disease and its potential impact in the United States.
 
East Carolina University is ranked No. 4 out of more than 1,200 universities in the nation by Educate To Career in its 2015 College Rankings Index.
East Carolina University is ranked No. 4 out of more than 1,200 universities in the nation by Educate To Career in its 2015 College Rankings Index.
 
The leader of the nation's top military hospital made a stop at East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine on Oct. 2 to share his medical and leadership philosophy with about 70 medical students.
The leader of the nation's top military hospital made a stop at East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine on Oct. 2 to share his medical and leadership philosophy with about 70 medical students.
 
Renowned underwater explorer Jean-Michel Cousteau urged action to protect endangered ocean resources in a presentation Wednesday, Oct. 1 at East Carolina University.
Renowned underwater explorer Jean-Michel Cousteau urged action to protect endangered ocean resources in a presentation Wednesday, Oct. 1 at East Carolina University.
 
East Carolina University's engineering program launched at a perfect time for Kyle Barnes.
East Carolina University's engineering program launched at a perfect time for Kyle Barnes.
 
Two researchers at the Brody School of Medicine have received a grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue the work they began years ago on one of the world's most common bacterial pathogens.
Two researchers at the Brody School of Medicine have received a grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue the work they began years ago on one of the world's most common bacterial pathogens.
 
East Carolina University's Joyner Library and Department of English marked Banned Books Week Sept. 25 with a Read Out at the Sonic Plaza near Joyner Library.
East Carolina University's Joyner Library and Department of English marked Banned Books Week Sept. 25 with a Read Out at the Sonic Plaza near Joyner Library.
 
Three years ago, East Carolina University's Kim Walters donated a kidney to her husband, Dean, whose own kidneys failed after almost 30 years with diabetes.
Three years ago, East Carolina University's Kim Walters donated a kidney to her husband, Dean, whose own kidneys failed after almost 30 years with diabetes.
 
The Travel Care Code is a list of ten things that people can do to reduce the negative impact of their travel and visitor-related activities.
The Travel Care Code is a list of ten things that people can do to reduce the negative impact of their travel and visitor-related activities.
 
East Carolina University has been recognized with the HEED award for the third consecutive year for its efforts in diversity and inclusion.
East Carolina University has been recognized with the HEED award for the third consecutive year for its efforts in diversity and inclusion.
 
Three East Carolina University undergraduate engineering students built a flying vehicle this summer that took second place in a unique national competition.
Three East Carolina University undergraduate engineering students built a flying vehicle this summer that took second place in a unique national competition.
 
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