ECU Thomas Harriot College of Arts & Sciences

05/29/2026

Jessica Adams, Director of the Carteret County Department of Social Services, and Harriot College alumna (BS Applied Sociology, '07), and current ECU Master of Public Administration (MPA) student, recently received the Bridge Builder Award at the South Central Regional THRive Local Awards Luncheon hosted by Trillium Health Resources. The award honors individuals who foster collaboration across agencies to strengthen local services and better serve their communities.

Adams was recognized for her leadership in connecting health and human services systems and in helping to improve coordination and access to care for Carteret County residents. Through her efforts, Adams has enhanced individuals' and families' access to critical mental health and disability support services, streamlining resources across the region.

05/28/2026

Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences alumnus Trey Lewis (’16, ’18) was recognized during today’s visit with the Chancellor’s Coin for his continued commitment to the success of and eastern North Carolina.

A new $6.5 million federal investment will help expand its Eastern Region Pharma Center with industry-aligned biomanufacturing equipment, enhanced teaching labs and workforce training to support employers across eastern North Carolina.

U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis and wife Susan Tillis visited the center today alongside ECU alumnus Trey Lewis (’16, ’18) to see how ECU is contributing to the region’s growing pharmaceutical workforce and research infrastructure.

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

This spring, students in Carla Pastor’s English class organized a book donation project designed to support literacy among young students in the community and provide resources to help them understand and navigate experiences of loss.

The class distributed the book, "Where Is Mykal?," to 25 schools and nonprofit organizations throughout Greenville. The book honors the memory of a rising sophomore who passed away in 2023.

05/18/2026

Congratulations to and Harriot College students Greta Bublitz, Jaylen Queen and Annika Rogov❗
(ECU Department of Biology, ECU Department of Chemistry, ECU Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures)

These bright, pre-health professionals have been accepted to the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Early Assurance Program 🎉

Learn more about the program ➡️ https://unc.live/3PwhZku

05/15/2026

Congratulations again to all and Harriot College alumni 🎓❗

For more details on how to Step Up and Serve the next class of Harriot College alumni, visit our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/41AolBU

05/14/2026

East Carolina University, the ECU Program in University Studies and Halifax Community College recently formalized an academic partnership expanding pathways for students pursuing careers in dental hygiene and related health fields, strengthening the pipeline of skilled healthcare professionals across the region❗

Read about the broad agreement for all community colleges ➡️ https://bit.ly/3O0wD2R

05/13/2026

Congratulations again to all and Harriot College alumni 🎓❗

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05/11/2026

Congratulations again to all and Harriot College alumni 🎓❗

For more details on how to Lead or Inspire the next class of Harriot College alumni, visit our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/41AolBU

05/10/2026

Ready for a fresh career opportunity where you can truly make an impact? Join us as an Academic Advisor and help guide college students toward success!

We are hiring 7 new advisors. Job screening begins May 22.

Learn more and apply online ➡️ https://bit.ly/3P59GvR