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East Carolina University has officially been designated a Research 1 (R1) university. This achievement places ECU among the nation’s top-tier research universities.
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Undergraduate students at ECU have the unique opportunity to participate in research projects across disciplines. Learn more about one program, MARC, which pairs students with faculty mentors.
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Angela Lamson is awarded by the UNC System as a pioneer in medical family therapy and a leader in public service.
The ECU School of Dental Medicine’s Sonríe Clinic provided oral health care for members of the Hispanic community Feb. 15.
Student success was the priority of the ninth annual day of giving event.
Study shows therapy’s lasting impact on children’s hand function.
An ECU researcher is recording glacial melt in the Antarctic.
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