ECU Global Affairs

04/12/2026

ECU Spirit: Vietnamese Edition!🇻🇳

03/16/2026

Meet Ayomide, a Nigerian 🇳🇬 graduate student who recently completed ECU’s Public Administration (MPA) program!
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In this reel, he shares his voyage after finishing his program and how the helped him get his sea legs along the way. ⚓️🌍🏴‍☠️
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From new horizons to new opportunities, his journey is a testament to the power of community, resilience, and the Pirate spirit. 💜💛
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02/17/2026

The Office of Global Affairs was honored to attend the 2026 Greenville Chinese New Year Gala Program hosted on ECU campus by the ECU Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA).
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Lunar New Year is celebrated across many cultures and countries throughout Asia and the world. The event featured wonderful performances that beautifully highlighted cultural traditions, artistic expression, and community spirit. It was a meaningful opportunity to celebrate heritage, unity, and the start of a new year together.
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We extend our warmest wishes for a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year for all who celebrate!
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12/19/2025

Guess what our international student from France had to say about one of their many experiences here at East Carolina University— cheering on the Pirates at an ECU football game! 💜💛🏴‍☠️🏈

11/25/2025

Thank you Chancellor Philip Rogers and Dr. Rebekah Rogers, for welcoming our F-1 and J-1 international students to a wonderful Thanksgiving lunch and for sharing American traditions with them. We truly appreciate your generosity in showing support for our international community.
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11/21/2025

That’s a wrap! International Week 2025 has come to a close, but the energy it brought to Pirate Nation continues! Thank you to all of our international students, faculty, and staff whose involvement made this year’s celebration such a success.
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At ECU, International Week is only the beginning. Our international students are an important part of campus life all year long, and we’re committed to continuing this momentum—through ongoing programs, support services, cultural engagement opportunities, and spaces where global voices can shine.
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Stay tuned for more ECU events and initiatives that celebrate and support our international Pirates. Go Pirates! 💛💜🏴‍☠️

11/21/2025

Huge thanks to Lady Pyrate Marissa for leading our Parade of Flags with PeeDee and launching International Education Week in epic style!

3rd Annual Parade of Flags
ECU Global Affairs

11/21/2025

✨ International Potluck Celebration! ✨
Today we came together for a vibrant international potluck — a community meal where everyone brings a homemade dish to share. It’s a beautiful way to celebrate culture, connection, and the joy of food from around the world. 🌎🍽️
In this video, you’ll see students, staff, faculty, and visitors proudly sharing dishes from their homes and heritage. From savory classics to sweet family favorites, every plate tells a story. ❤️
Thank you to everyone who contributed and made this gathering so warm, colorful, and delicious! 🎉

11/19/2025

🌍 Supporting Our International Pirates 💜💛

Today, the Office of Global Affairs hosted our Advisors Round Table—an opportunity for us to connect and collaborate with our dedicated campus partners from across ECU. We are grateful for everyone’s commitment to ensuring that our international students receive a smooth, supportive, and enriching experience throughout their educational journey.

At ECU, it truly takes a community, and we are proud to work together to help every student feel welcomed, informed, and empowered to succeed.

11/19/2025

International Education Week began Monday 17 November 2025, with our third annual parade of flags. This parade tradition was launched after ECU received the Paul Simon Award, a national honor that recognizes campus internationalization efforts in U.S. higher education.
This parade is a wonderful celebration of our students’ diverse backgrounds, the unique qualities that they each bring to ECU and the shared values that unite our community.
The event was well attended, and we ended the day with a great global gathering that brought people together in an atmosphere of connection and cultural appreciation.

11/14/2025

International Education Week begins on Monday, 17 November 2025, with our third annual Parade of Flags!

We hope you'll join us to learn about one another’s backgrounds, celebrate what makes us unique, and recognize the shared values that bring us together at ECU.

🎯Main Campus Student Center Lawn
🕝Gather at 2:30 on Monday, 17 November 2025

East Carolina University will hold its Parade of Flags at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 17 starting and ending on the Main Campus Student Center Lawn to represent international students on