ECU Parent & Family Programs

ECU Parent & Family Programs ECU Parent and Family Programs Parent and Family Programs supports you, as parents and family members of an East Carolina University student.

You play an important role at ECU and we believe the more you know about the university, the more you can contribute to your student's success. Parent and Family Programs will respond to your needs and inquiries by phone, e-mail, or mail. We provide personalized help to find solutions to problems.

Freshman/First-Year Room Selection starts tomorrow! Please call our office or message us with any questions. We so exc...
06/15/2026

Freshman/First-Year Room Selection starts tomorrow! Please call our office or message us with any questions. We so excited to welcome you home! 🏡💜

Incoming Families attending Orientation, you're invited to our special event Parent’s Night Out! This is a fantastic opp...
06/15/2026

Incoming Families attending Orientation, you're invited to our special event Parent’s Night Out! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other families, meet administrators and staff, and enjoy a beverage after a long day at Orientation.

📅Date: Day 1 of Orientation
🕔Time: 5 pm to 6:30 pm
📍Location: Uptown Brewing Company

Directions:
🚌Shuttle: ECU Transit will be providing a shuttle every 15 minutes to Uptown Brewing starting at 5:00pm. The shuttle will pick up at the Main Campus Student Center and drop off at the brewery. You will be able to hop on at the drop-off location to get a ride back to the student center. The last shuttle will leave at 6:30pm.

🚶‍♀️🚶Walking: Leaving from the back side of the Main Campus Student Center, head down past the Main Campus Library and through the pillars, turn left and head past the Old Cafeteria Complex, head around past Greene Residence Hall, down to the West End Dining Hall, go in between the West End Dining Hall and Clement Residence Hall, next cross the street at the crosswalk and walk past Chicos to Cotanche St, head up Cotanche St and make a left at the intersection of 5th St and Cotanche, next head a block down 5th St and turn right at the intersection of 5th St and Evans. Finally, walk a half block and Uptown Brewing Company will be on your left. Estimated Travel Time: 10 minutes

Please see our map for detailed visual directions!

Got questions about your student starting at ECU?We’ve got answers at Orientation! 💜💛From info sessions to “Taking Care ...
06/12/2026

Got questions about your student starting at ECU?

We’ve got answers at Orientation! 💜💛

From info sessions to “Taking Care of Business” on Day 2, you’ll have plenty of chances to connect with staff and campus offices.

✅ Don’t leave with questions—leave with confidence!

06/09/2026

New Student Orientation is right around the corner! 🎉

It’s a great opportunity for students and families to learn about campus resources, make connections, and feel prepared for the transition to college. Together, these experiences help build a strong foundation for supporting your student's success at ECU. 💜💛

In this short clip from our recent Pirate Family Conversations, we discuss why New Student Orientation is such an important part of the transition and why we encourage every new Pirate to attend.

🎥 Watch the full conversation on the ECU Parent & Family Portal for additional tips, expectations, and answers to frequently asked questions. https://parents.ecu.edu/parent-and-family-portal/

👋 Hey families! Orientation is almost here, and it's time to get ready!Here’s how you can start preparing today:📧 Remi...
06/03/2026

👋 Hey families! Orientation is almost here, and it's time to get ready!

Here’s how you can start preparing today:

📧 Remind your student to check their ECU email
📲 Join the ECU Parent & Family Portal
📅 View the Parent & Family Orientation Schedule

🎥 Stay tuned for our next Pirate Family Conversations. We’ll be sharing helpful information about New Student Orientation!

Don’t forget to submit your nominations for the ECU Family of the Year Award!💜💛The ✨ECU Family of the Year Award✨ acknow...
05/19/2026

Don’t forget to submit your nominations for the ECU Family of the Year Award!💜💛

The ✨ECU Family of the Year Award✨ acknowledges the invaluable support parents and families provide to students and the University community. By recognizing exceptional families, East Carolina University emphasizes the significance of familial support in students' lives.

🏴‍☠️ Nominations open May 1-May 31
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Open to ALL ECU families
📋 Completion of the online form required

The selected family will be celebrated during Family Weekend 2025, receiving a commemorative plaque and tickets to events, a $500 book scholarship, and more!

To learn more and submit a nomination, visit https://parents.ecu.edu/family-of-the-year/

🎓✨ Commencement Weekend Reminders ✨🎓We’re excited to celebrate our Pirate grads! Here are a few quick reminders before t...
05/06/2026

🎓✨ Commencement Weekend Reminders ✨🎓

We’re excited to celebrate our Pirate grads! Here are a few quick reminders before the festivities begin:

GradBash
☂️ Moved to the north side of Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium
🎶 Live music, food, and fun!

University Commencement
🕙 Begins at 10 AM (graduates arrive by 9:15 AM)
🌤️ Held rain or shine
📹 Ceremony will be livestreamed on the Commencement website

College Ceremonies
🎟️Tickets required & times vary

🔗 Visit the https://commencement.ecu.edu/ for full details

The ✨ECU Family of the Year Award✨ acknowledges the invaluable support parents and families provide to students and the ...
05/01/2026

The ✨ECU Family of the Year Award✨ acknowledges the invaluable support parents and families provide to students and the University community. By recognizing exceptional families, East Carolina University emphasizes the significance of familial support in students' lives.

🏴‍☠️ Nominations open May1-May 31
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Open to ALL ECU families
📋 Completion of the online form required

The selected family will be celebrated during Family Weekend 2026, receiving a commemorative plaque and tickets to events, a $500 book scholarship, and more!

To learn more and submit a nomination, visit https://parents.ecu.edu/family-of-the-year/

🎓✨ The Countdown Is On — Just 1 Week Until GradBash2026! ✨🎓Celebrate your Pirate Grad as we kick off Commencement! 🎉📅 Do...
04/30/2026

🎓✨ The Countdown Is On — Just 1 Week Until GradBash2026! ✨🎓

Celebrate your Pirate Grad as we kick off Commencement! 🎉

📅 Don’t miss out — get all the event details here ➡️ https://commencement.ecu.edu/gradbash/

Celebrate your Pirate in a way that lasts for years to come 🧱💜Tomorrow is your final day to order a personalized Cupola ...
04/13/2026

Celebrate your Pirate in a way that lasts for years to come 🧱💜

Tomorrow is your final day to order a personalized Cupola Brick for the spring semester! Don’t miss this meaningful opportunity to honor your graduate and celebrate their journey at ECU 🏴‍☠️🎓

⏳ Deadline: April 14
🔗 Purchase at: https://parents.ecu.edu/cupola-bricks/

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