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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.

Inspiration is abundant for composer Salvatore Macchia. "Bugs, bugs, bugs, bugs, insects - they're all around us!" East Carolina University student performers sang from his script this week.
Inspiration is abundant for composer Salvatore Macchia. "Bugs, bugs, bugs, bugs, insects - they're all around us!" East Carolina University student performers sang from his script this week.
 
Jack ReVelle knows how close Wayne County and much of eastern North Carolina came to being transformed by a mushroom cloud into a radioactive wasteland.
Jack ReVelle knows how close Wayne County and much of eastern North Carolina came to being transformed by a mushroom cloud into a radioactive wasteland.
 
Crowds gathered in a Greene County field March 23 to observe the official dedication of a monument commemorating the deadly 1713 battle between colonists and the Tuscarora Nation at Fort Nooherooka. The dedication was among several days of events...
Crowds gathered in a Greene County field March 23 to observe the official dedication of a monument commemorating the deadly 1713 battle between colonists and the Tuscarora Nation at Fort Nooherooka. The dedication was among several days of events...
 
A master of science in network technology was approved in February by the UNC Board of Governors.
A master of science in network technology was approved in February by the UNC Board of Governors.
 
Kay Barnes exercises three times a week and has no major health worries, but she decided to get checked for her risk of stroke anyway.
Kay Barnes exercises three times a week and has no major health worries, but she decided to get checked for her risk of stroke anyway.
 
This month, East Carolina University will solemnly mark a Colonial era battle that redefined North Carolina and changed the direction of American history with a three-day event, "Nooherooka 300."
This month, East Carolina University will solemnly mark a Colonial era battle that redefined North Carolina and changed the direction of American history with a three-day event, "Nooherooka 300."
 
Many who heard Becky Vinson speak on campus Wednesday already knew the outlines of her inspiring life story. From newspaper stories and an ESPN video, they knew she came to East Carolina University as a single mother struggling to pay tuition and rent while raising two kids.
Many who heard Becky Vinson speak on campus Wednesday already knew the outlines of her inspiring life story. From newspaper stories and an ESPN video, they knew she came to East Carolina University as a single mother struggling to pay tuition and rent while raising two kids.
 
A parking lot on 14th Street recently received a face-lift to better serve undergraduate students residing on College Hill.
A parking lot on 14th Street recently received a face-lift to better serve undergraduate students residing on College Hill.
 
An East Carolina University researcher is studying the effects of microscopic particles that are important parts of products ranging from sunscreens to sailboats but which could pose as-yet-unknown hazards to human lungs.
An East Carolina University researcher is studying the effects of microscopic particles that are important parts of products ranging from sunscreens to sailboats but which could pose as-yet-unknown hazards to human lungs.
 
Jeff Compher, associate vice president and director of athletics at Northern Illinois University with a record of academic success and winning championships, has been selected as the new athletics director at East Carolina University.
Jeff Compher, associate vice president and director of athletics at Northern Illinois University with a record of academic success and winning championships, has been selected as the new athletics director at East Carolina University.
 
The future of electronic health applications may be as a close as a bird chirping outside your window.
The future of electronic health applications may be as a close as a bird chirping outside your window.
 
A peaceful spot on the East Carolina University campus was dedicated today as a permanent remembrance to students who have died while enrolled at ECU.
A peaceful spot on the East Carolina University campus was dedicated today as a permanent remembrance to students who have died while enrolled at ECU.
 
East Carolina University is moving forward with plans to build two new student centers - one on main campus and one on the health sciences campus - to provide socializing space for a larger student body and to better meet student organization needs.
East Carolina University is moving forward with plans to build two new student centers - one on main campus and one on the health sciences campus - to provide socializing space for a larger student body and to better meet student organization needs.
 
Charles returned to the sideline for the first time Feb. 13 after undergoing surgery for colon cancer late last year. The "Voice of the Pirates" has been absent since Dec. 1.
Charles returned to the sideline for the first time Feb. 13 after undergoing surgery for colon cancer late last year. The "Voice of the Pirates" has been absent since Dec. 1.
 
Two East Carolina University faculty members may not be walking the red carpet at the Academy Awards on Feb. 24, but they will be on Hollywood Boulevard studying the stars as they arrive and specifically the brands presented there.
Two East Carolina University faculty members may not be walking the red carpet at the Academy Awards on Feb. 24, but they will be on Hollywood Boulevard studying the stars as they arrive and specifically the brands presented there.
 
An award-winning robot built by East Carolina University students may not look like R2D2 or WALL-E, but it's no bucket of bolts.
An award-winning robot built by East Carolina University students may not look like R2D2 or WALL-E, but it's no bucket of bolts.
 
Musicians across the region are performing on a higher scale thanks to a new outreach initiative offered through the East Carolina University School of Music Four Seasons Chamber Music Festival.
Musicians across the region are performing on a higher scale thanks to a new outreach initiative offered through the East Carolina University School of Music Four Seasons Chamber Music Festival.
 
What began as a research study on domestic violence has turned into "See The Triumph," a project aimed at connecting and empowering victims.
What began as a research study on domestic violence has turned into "See The Triumph," a project aimed at connecting and empowering victims.
 
Dr. Anthony C. Breuer, affiliate professor of neurology in the Brody School of Medicine and a neurologist at East Carolina Neurology, is showcasing his collection of acrylic and oil paintings at the Art as Avocation exhibit Jan. 29 through March 12 at Laupus Library.
Dr. Anthony C. Breuer, affiliate professor of neurology in the Brody School of Medicine and a neurologist at East Carolina Neurology, is showcasing his collection of acrylic and oil paintings at the Art as Avocation exhibit Jan. 29 through March 12 at Laupus Library.
 
In a healthy sign for the state's future supply of primary care doctors, 69 percent of last year's graduates of ECU's Brody School of Medicine chose residencies in that field of medicine, according to a UNC Board of Governors annual report released in January.
In a healthy sign for the state's future supply of primary care doctors, 69 percent of last year's graduates of ECU's Brody School of Medicine chose residencies in that field of medicine, according to a UNC Board of Governors annual report released in January.
 
East Carolina University freshmen and transfer students who earned a 3.0 GPA or higher during the fall semester will be recognized for their academic achievements on Feb. 1 and 8 as part of the annual ECU EXCELS program.
East Carolina University freshmen and transfer students who earned a 3.0 GPA or higher during the fall semester will be recognized for their academic achievements on Feb. 1 and 8 as part of the annual ECU EXCELS program.
 
She's been called a hero, a role model, and is lauded for her groundbreaking achievement. But Laura Marie Leary Elliott, '66, doesn't see herself that way.
She's been called a hero, a role model, and is lauded for her groundbreaking achievement. But Laura Marie Leary Elliott, '66, doesn't see herself that way.
 
Two graduate programs at East Carolina University rank among the best nationally in online education in a listing released today by U.S. News & World Report.
Two graduate programs at East Carolina University rank among the best nationally in online education in a listing released today by U.S. News & World Report.
 
Whether they're taking a road less traveled or simply running late for class, students at East Carolina University now have an easier way to answer an important question: "When is the next bus coming?"
Whether they're taking a road less traveled or simply running late for class, students at East Carolina University now have an easier way to answer an important question: "When is the next bus coming?"
 
A center for research in coastal development and natural resources was dedicated and officially opened Jan. 15, kicking off a series of community outreach events continuing through the spring.
A center for research in coastal development and natural resources was dedicated and officially opened Jan. 15, kicking off a series of community outreach events continuing through the spring.
 
The East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine has been named an Apple Distinguished Program for the 2012-2013 school year for the innovative implementation of technology in all aspects of its didactic, problem-solving and clinical education programs.
The East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine has been named an Apple Distinguished Program for the 2012-2013 school year for the innovative implementation of technology in all aspects of its didactic, problem-solving and clinical education programs.
 
Susanne Grieve, director of conservation at ECU, lived and worked in Antarctica for eight months in 2012 through the Antarctic Heritage Trust, a non-profit organization based in New Zealand.
Susanne Grieve, director of conservation at ECU, lived and worked in Antarctica for eight months in 2012 through the Antarctic Heritage Trust, a non-profit organization based in New Zealand.
 
While the group didn't do this video for a class assignment, they took it just as seriously, said Russell, who wrote the lyrics. Rhodes, who performed for five years in a Dave Matthews cover band, handled the bulk of the vocals but they all sang.
While the group didn't do this video for a class assignment, they took it just as seriously, said Russell, who wrote the lyrics. Rhodes, who performed for five years in a Dave Matthews cover band, handled the bulk of the vocals but they all sang.
 
Forty-one faculty members at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University have been named in U.S. News & World Report's "Top Doctors" listing for 2012.
Forty-one faculty members at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University have been named in U.S. News & World Report's "Top Doctors" listing for 2012.
 
Hundreds of antique printing blocks are stored among vintage letterpress printers inside a one-story shop in Ayden, where an East Carolina University faculty member applies a 15th century commercial printing process to create works of art.
Hundreds of antique printing blocks are stored among vintage letterpress printers inside a one-story shop in Ayden, where an East Carolina University faculty member applies a 15th century commercial printing process to create works of art.
 
Iva Marie Winstead of Bath decided to become a nurse after job shadowing in high school. She didn't have to look far for a role model.
Iva Marie Winstead of Bath decided to become a nurse after job shadowing in high school. She didn't have to look far for a role model.
 
Athletics Director Terry Holland, who has guided East Carolina University sports on and off the playing field since 2004, will move into an athletics director emeritus role, upon selection of a successor.
Athletics Director Terry Holland, who has guided East Carolina University sports on and off the playing field since 2004, will move into an athletics director emeritus role, upon selection of a successor.
 
Families in rural North Carolina will soon get healthier smiles, thanks to a new class of 52 dental students committing to practice dentistry in underserved communities.
Families in rural North Carolina will soon get healthier smiles, thanks to a new class of 52 dental students committing to practice dentistry in underserved communities.
 
Pitt Community College's RT Students Benefit from Equipment Donation
 
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