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The Pirate Pulse Launches as ECU's Newest Independent Sports Media Platform

GREENVILLE – East Carolina University sports fans now have a new home for dynamic, in-depth coverage with the launch of The Pirate Pulse, an independent digital sports media platform dedicated exclusively to ECU athletics. "There's no shortage of ECU sports coverage, but what's missing is a platform built specifically for the modern fan—one that delivers instant updates, in-depth analysis, and behind-the-scenes access in a way that's fast, engaging, and interactive," said BJ Murphy, a 2002 Business Administration graduate from ECU and CEO of Magic Mile Media.

Mike Parker: Remembering my teacher, mentor, and friend

On January 26 I received an email from Professor Michael Aceto of East Carolina’s Department of English. He wrote to let me know that Dr. McKay Sundwall passed away on January 20. McKay’s wife Marilyn wanted me to know. Dr. Sundwall was one of my English professors at East Carolina. I first met him when I audited a class in Medieval Literature as I was preparing for my oral comprehensive exams for my Master’s degree.

Rogers returns to take helm at ECU

North Carolina native Dr. Philip Rogers has been elected the 12th chancellor of East Carolina University by the UNC Board of Governors. The appointment is a homecoming for Rogers, 37, who is senior vice president of learning and engagement for the American Council on Education. Rogers was raised in Greenville and is the great-grandson of an early student of the East Carolina Teachers Training School. His wife, Dr. Rebekah P. Rogers, is a two-time ECU alumna.