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In every local region there are daily events: planned, serendiptous, environmental and unavoidable that deserve mention.

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The East Carolina University Board of Trustees approved increases in student tuition and fees beginning in the fall 2020 semester and announced a search committee to find its next chancellor during a meeting Nov. 22.
The East Carolina University Board of Trustees approved increases in student tuition and fees beginning in the fall 2020 semester and announced a search committee to find its next chancellor during a meeting Nov. 22.
 
Preparation paid off for a team of East Carolina University engineering and technology students with a first-place finish at a national robot competition.
Preparation paid off for a team of East Carolina University engineering and technology students with a first-place finish at a national robot competition.
 
Faculty, students and residents from the dental school joined forces on Nov. 16 with local organizations to provide free dental care to veterans at no cost to them
Faculty, students and residents from the dental school joined forces on Nov. 16 with local organizations to provide free dental care to veterans at no cost to them
 
East Carolina University student Darius Alexander has aspirations to be a district attorney and to influence criminal justice reform.
East Carolina University student Darius Alexander has aspirations to be a district attorney and to influence criminal justice reform.
 
The team is looking at a method of handling tertiary treated effluent — or water — from the wastewater treatment plant
The team is looking at a method of handling tertiary treated effluent — or water — from the wastewater treatment plant
 
Alumnus and award-winning lighting designer Howell Binkley returned to East Carolina University’s School of Theatre and Dance on Nov. 8 to visit with students and attend a scholarship fundraising gala.
Alumnus and award-winning lighting designer Howell Binkley returned to East Carolina University’s School of Theatre and Dance on Nov. 8 to visit with students and attend a scholarship fundraising gala.
 
When you see Nicholas Hill’s experimental prosthetic hand for the first time, it’s just too easy to crack a joke about the upcoming “Terminator: Dark Fate.” It looks that much like a Skynet prototype.
When you see Nicholas Hill’s experimental prosthetic hand for the first time, it’s just too easy to crack a joke about the upcoming “Terminator: Dark Fate.” It looks that much like a Skynet prototype.
 
The National Weather Service (NWS) made several updates to this morning’s forecast.
The National Weather Service (NWS) made several updates to this morning’s forecast.
 
Preserving and improving the quality of breathable air is the life work of Dr. R.K.M. Jayanty, adjunct professor of biological and agricultural engineering at N.C. State, who spoke at East Carolina University on Nov. 7.
Preserving and improving the quality of breathable air is the life work of Dr. R.K.M. Jayanty, adjunct professor of biological and agricultural engineering at N.C. State, who spoke at East Carolina University on Nov. 7.
 
Seven underrepresented minority in medicine (URMM) junior faculty members from family medicine departments across the nation spent several days this week at ECU’s Brody School of Medicine for mentorship in scholarship and manuscript writing.
Seven underrepresented minority in medicine (URMM) junior faculty members from family medicine departments across the nation spent several days this week at ECU’s Brody School of Medicine for mentorship in scholarship and manuscript writing.
 
East Carolina University is at the forefront of training theater and dance students in the latest industry standards led by a growing part of production teams: intimacy directors and coordinators.
East Carolina University is at the forefront of training theater and dance students in the latest industry standards led by a growing part of production teams: intimacy directors and coordinators.
 
Dr. Emily Yeager believes rural areas of eastern North Carolina offer a lot to tourists. What they may not offer are a lot of places to stay.
Dr. Emily Yeager believes rural areas of eastern North Carolina offer a lot to tourists. What they may not offer are a lot of places to stay.
 
In one week, East Carolina University inducted two members into the Distinguished Military Service Society, hosted its annual Military Appreciation Day football game and was named one of the best universities in the country for veterans.
In one week, East Carolina University inducted two members into the Distinguished Military Service Society, hosted its annual Military Appreciation Day football game and was named one of the best universities in the country for veterans.
 
Swashbucklers of all ages will converge on the banks of the Tar River, a paradise located in Uptown Greenville, for the 14th annual PirateFest on April 17th and 18th, 2020.
Swashbucklers of all ages will converge on the banks of the Tar River, a paradise located in Uptown Greenville, for the 14th annual PirateFest on April 17th and 18th, 2020.
 
Dr. Ron Mitchelson, provost and senior vice chancellor of academic affairs at East Carolina University, has been appointed as interim chancellor by UNC System President Bill Roper.
Dr. Ron Mitchelson, provost and senior vice chancellor of academic affairs at East Carolina University, has been appointed as interim chancellor by UNC System President Bill Roper.
 
Litwa, an assistant professor of anatomy and cell biology at ECU’s Brody School of Medicine, studies the mechanisms by which the brain cells form connections with one another to share information with each other.
Litwa, an assistant professor of anatomy and cell biology at ECU’s Brody School of Medicine, studies the mechanisms by which the brain cells form connections with one another to share information with each other.
 
A free foot clinic organized and staffed by ECU’s Brody School of Medicine students for Greenville’s homeless population has grown to provide additional services and better access to care for participants and more experience for students.
A free foot clinic organized and staffed by ECU’s Brody School of Medicine students for Greenville’s homeless population has grown to provide additional services and better access to care for participants and more experience for students.
 
Understanding the side effects of prescription medicine is not always easy. It can be especially troublesome for those who don’t speak English.
Understanding the side effects of prescription medicine is not always easy. It can be especially troublesome for those who don’t speak English.
 
East Carolina University student Sean Wear is a veteran with a passion for industrial engineering.
East Carolina University student Sean Wear is a veteran with a passion for industrial engineering.
 
In honor of Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, ECU is highlighting the STEPP Program, (Supporting Transition and Education through Planning and Partnerships), which provides academic, social and life skills support for students with identified learning disabilities.
In honor of Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, ECU is highlighting the STEPP Program, (Supporting Transition and Education through Planning and Partnerships), which provides academic, social and life skills support for students with identified learning disabilities.
 
East Carolina University’s School of Communication has welcomed two faculty members from Poland this semester as part of a partnership formed almost a decade ago.
East Carolina University’s School of Communication has welcomed two faculty members from Poland this semester as part of a partnership formed almost a decade ago.
 
Newborn babies whose mothers exercised during their pregnancy have improved motor skills, heart function and body composition, East Carolina University researchers have found.
Newborn babies whose mothers exercised during their pregnancy have improved motor skills, heart function and body composition, East Carolina University researchers have found.
 
East Carolina University will explore the potential for an aviation institute of excellence after listening to feedback from academics, industry leaders, economic directors and government representatives at a workforce development round table Oct. 11 at the East Carolina Heart Institute.
East Carolina University will explore the potential for an aviation institute of excellence after listening to feedback from academics, industry leaders, economic directors and government representatives at a workforce development round table Oct. 11 at the East Carolina Heart Institute.
 
Not too much change to the previous forecast. Tropical Storm Nestor will come onshore along the Florida Panhandle later this morning. The system will then quickly move up the Southeast coast and reach the Eastern North Carolina area by tonight.
Not too much change to the previous forecast. Tropical Storm Nestor will come onshore along the Florida Panhandle later this morning. The system will then quickly move up the Southeast coast and reach the Eastern North Carolina area by tonight.
 
The Connect for Success call center was created as a pilot program in fall 2018.
 
Dickinson Avenue After Dark returns to Uptown Greenville Saturday, October 19th from 7 to 10 pm.
Dickinson Avenue After Dark returns to Uptown Greenville Saturday, October 19th from 7 to 10 pm.
 
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a system in the Gulf of Mexico that could develop into a tropical or subtropical cyclone during the next day or so.
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a system in the Gulf of Mexico that could develop into a tropical or subtropical cyclone during the next day or so.
 
Twelve student-led entrepreneurship teams moved on to the semifinal round of the third annual Pirate Entrepreneurship Challenge after nearly 3,000 votes were cast in Tuesday’s opening round of East Carolina University and the Miller School of Entrepreneurship’s signature business pitch competition.
Twelve student-led entrepreneurship teams moved on to the semifinal round of the third annual Pirate Entrepreneurship Challenge after nearly 3,000 votes were cast in Tuesday’s opening round of East Carolina University and the Miller School of Entrepreneurship’s signature business pitch competition.
 
When Erik Jones won the Bojangles’ Southern 500 at Darlington on Labor Day weekend, the high point for Randy Poindexter ’78 probably wasn’t on the track.
When Erik Jones won the Bojangles’ Southern 500 at Darlington on Labor Day weekend, the high point for Randy Poindexter ’78 probably wasn’t on the track.
 
Saving lives and saving money are the main goals of six N.C. Department of Transportation (DOT) grants totaling more than $862,000 received by faculty in East Carolina University’s College of Engineering and Technology.
Saving lives and saving money are the main goals of six N.C. Department of Transportation (DOT) grants totaling more than $862,000 received by faculty in East Carolina University’s College of Engineering and Technology.
 
For the first time, a company started by East Carolina University faculty members has received a Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grant from the National Institutes of Health.
For the first time, a company started by East Carolina University faculty members has received a Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grant from the National Institutes of Health.
 
Liz Blumthal wants to leave her legacy at East Carolina University while preparing to care for others.
Liz Blumthal wants to leave her legacy at East Carolina University while preparing to care for others.
 
The Brody School of Medicine’s innovative Teachers of Quality Academy (TQA) – which trains healthcare professionals to improve quality in health care delivery – recently welcomed its fourth cohort.
The Brody School of Medicine’s innovative Teachers of Quality Academy (TQA) – which trains healthcare professionals to improve quality in health care delivery – recently welcomed its fourth cohort.
 
While many students are enjoying their time off from school, Caitlin Palmer has her lab coat on inside the Science and Technology building, teaching chemistry to undergraduates.
While many students are enjoying their time off from school, Caitlin Palmer has her lab coat on inside the Science and Technology building, teaching chemistry to undergraduates.
 
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