Alumni

December 2025

Rooted in Rural: ECU Principal Fellows transforms leadership in eastern NC

At the heart of the East Carolina University Principal Fellows Program is a homegrown leadership approach. “We have a service-learning model that’s nationally accredited,” said Dr. Hal Holloman, professor and […]

 12/16/2025

November 2025

ECU New Teacher Support hosts beginning teachers for professional development

The ECU New Teacher Support Program coaches hosted a regional conference bringing together nearly 80 beginning teachers for a full day of professional development. Teachers traveled from Pitt, Tyrrell, Martin, […]

 11/13/2025

October 2025

Why Rural Matters: ECU faculty lead national conversation on rural education

Six East Carolina University College of Education faculty and staff spent an inspiring week of learning at the National Forum to Advance Rural Education in Salt Lake City, Utah. Drs. […]

 10/29/2025

June 2025

Emerick’s dedication nets him first year teacher award

For East Carolina University alumnus Nate Emerick ’24, receiving Johnston County Public Schools’ Outstanding First Year Teacher Award was confirmation that he had chosen the right path. “I love my […]

 6/26/2025

Pierce selected as ECU Student Teacher of the Year

For history education graduate Hunter Pierce ‘25, East Carolina University was the best choice when it came to pursuing a degree in education. “I chose ECU because of its history […]

 6/17/2025

May 2025

Spring fling for literacy leaders inspires NC educators

On Saturday, March 3, 2025, the Department of Literacy Studies, English Education, and History Education hosted 40 participants at the Rooted in Reading: Spring Fling for Literacy Leaders professional development […]

 5/16/2025

April 2025

Spring 2025 Graduate: Brittany Foster

Name: Brittany Foster Major/Degree Program: Master of Arts in Science Education Hometown/Current City: Fayetteville, North Carolina  Hobbies/interests: I love to read, spend time outdoors, and travel with my family.  What’s your favorite memory from […]

 4/30/2025

November 2024

Lancaster’s assistantships with IDP, ECU football team position him for future success

Kalen Lancaster knew that a degree in counselor education was the perfect fit for him after working with fellow students in his undergraduate coursework at East Carolina University. “I enjoy […]

 11/27/2024

October 2024

Writers and publishers workshop sees success in eastern NC

Contributed by Phyllis Broughton Friday, September 13, 2024, was a lucky day for 34 participants who attended a workshop at Martin Community College that was designed and created by Dr. […]

 10/30/2024

August 2024

ECU APSI sees record turnout, new course

This summer’s Advanced Placement Summer Institute at East Carolina University boasted the largest numbers ever for the program. The 277 participants from 11 countries and 29 states constituted a 46% […]

 8/27/2024