Blog Archives

Women Karin Zipf and Marion Deerhake talk to each other while leaning against a case in the library.
Oct 29, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

Library’s special collection of resources

A biography written about North Carolina’s first congresswoman, Jane Pratt, might not have been possible without East Carolina University’s Special Collections. Author Marion Deerhake used a plethora of sources to...

Authors and editors in a group smiling after their awards ceremony.
Oct 29, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

Range of topics, faculty celebrated at annual book awards

From historical perspectives like exploring the popularity and lore of the Lost Colony to looking ahead to the future of how artificial intelligence is used in teaching, a unique range...

The research and instructional services area on the first floor of the library features an abundance of computers. (ECU News photo by Rhett Butler)
Sep 05, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

New LibGuide can help with AI

An artificial intelligence-centric and student-focused LibGuide — “A Guide to Artificial Intelligence for Students” — launched in August. The creative team leading the project included Academic Library Services employees Amy Cooley,...

The research and instructional services area on the first floor of the library features an abundance of computers. (ECU News photo by Rhett Butler)
Sep 04, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

Alzheimer’s exhibit honors Susan Dorsey

An artificial intelligence-centric and student-focused LibGuide — “A Guide to Artificial Intelligence for Students” — launched in August. The creative team leading the project included Academic Library Services employees Amy Cooley,...

Aug 30, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

Alzheimer’s exhibit honors Susan Dorsey

“Alzheimer’s Fantasies,” an exhibition of nearly 30 uniquely colored drawings and digital prints, is on display in the Janice Hardison Faulkner Gallery, on the second floor of the main campus...

Story Trails of North Carolina
Jul 18, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

StoryWalks uniquely blend exercise with children’s stories

East Carolina University’s main campus library is partnering with the Greenville Recreation and Parks Department and the Friends of Sheppard Memorial Library to produce StoryWalks that will promote physical activity and...

Jun 26, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

Elmore embodies dedication to archives, preservation

An award nominator described Martha Elmore as a consistent mentor, colleague and friend for many archivists. Many is a key word, supported by the fact that Elmore began her service...

Jun 13, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

Summer showcase of birds around us

The exhibition, “For the Love of Birds,” mostly consists of images taken at North Carolina state parks, trails and beaches. The images were shot by Rebecca Tatterson on a Canon...

Jun 12, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

ECU’s evolution of orientation

Students and family members on East Carolina University’s campus for new student orientation this summer can participate in sessions on computer requirements and study abroad opportunities, which is vastly different...

Kamryn Simmons slides with her son, Kamori, on the playground at the Nancy Darden Child Development Center. (ECU News photo by Steven Mantilla)
May 16, 2024
  • Ronnie Woodward

Family room part of ECU’s parent support

When East Carolina University student Kamryn Simmons sees her 2-year-old son, Kamori, smiling and running into the Nancy Darden Child Development Center, she also smiles. The scene during the spring...