Centennial Homecoming: A weekend to remember!

Homecoming truly was a great time to be a Pirate, and a wonderful time to share the spirit and passion for our great University with Greenville. Thousands of alumni and friends of East Carolina made their way home to celebrate this amazing place, share fond memories of time spent here, and make new memories with fellow Pirates. Every aspect of Homecoming honored the heritage and tradition of East Carolina, from her beginning as a teacher’s training school to her bright future as the University for North Carolina! Alumni Awards Six amazing award recipients were recognized during this year’s Alumni Awards Ceremony. Dr. Shirley Carraway ’75, ’85, ’92, ’00, Jim Chesnutt ’63, Ron Clark ’94, and Rev. Hubert Walters ’65 received the Outstanding Alumni Award for outstanding and uncommon achievement in their professions. Dan Kinlaw ’65 received the Distinguished Service Award and Dr. Leo Jenkins was honored posthumously with the Honorary Alumni Award. More than 225 alumni and friends attended the Awards reception and dinner at the Hilton Greenville to congratulate our award winners and hear inspirational acceptance speeches. Homecoming Festivities Beginning with the Homecoming Luncheon on Friday and ending with the ECTC/ECC Dinner Dance and the Black Alumni Reunion on Saturday, Homecoming was jam packed with fun alumni events. Alumni Open House hosted more than 300 alumni, friends, and families who also enjoyed a front-row seat for the Homecoming Parade. A record number of Pirate fans joined the Alumni Association for Alumni Tailgate, with more than 1,100 attendees. Pirate fans enjoyed an exciting football game as the Pirates took on the Blazers of UAB for a 41-6 win! Reunions Reunions are a special time of year for alumni, and the Black Alumni Reunion and ECTC/ECC Dinner Dance are two special reunions that bring affinity groups together. Both held at the Hilton Greenville, each reunion had over 150 participants to attend. The Collegians played Big Band favorites for the ECTC/ECC Reunion while Carroll Dashiell and his jazz combo and D.J. Tony "T-Rob" Robinson entertained black alumni during the social hour and after-hours party.

Thank Your for Your Support!

The ECU Alumni Scholarship Golf Classic was the most successful to date with 150 golfers hitting the links in support of student scholarships. More than $25,000 was raised for East Carolina Alumni Association scholarships, through player fees, sponsorships, and our inaugural 19th Hole Reception. The Alumni Association would like to extend a special “thank you” to all of our players, sponsors, and title sponsors. Your support of and participation in this event ensures 20 student scholarships for 2008-2009 academic year. Thank you!

Chancellor's Tour in Greensboro

Join Chancellor Steve Ballard on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 for an evening in the Grandview Room at the Grandover Resort in Greensboro. Dr. Ballard will share his strategic plan, “ECU Tomorrow: A Vision for Leadership and Service,” including five focus points: • Education for a New Century • The Leadership University • Economic Prosperity • Health Care and Medical Innovation • The Arts, Culture, and the Quality of Life Learn about Dr. Ballard’s vision for ECU’s future and spend time with fellow alumni and friends of East Carolina. This event is complimentary; however please notify the Alumni Association TODAY if you plan to attend by calling 800-ECU-GRAD.

100,000-pound Service Project

Too many people go to bed hungry - we can help! As part of our commitment to serve, the East Carolina Alumni Association, in conjunction with ECU’s Volunteer and Service-Learning Center, has volunteered to sponsor a 100,000-pound food drive. Through Saturday, November 24 the Alumni Association will be accepting canned food items for local food pantries. If you live in the Greenville area, please bring your food items to the Alumni Center at 901 East Fifth Street, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. If you have tickets for the Alumni Tailgate on Saturday, November 24, please bring one or two canned food items with you for our collection bin. Since the Pirate Nation spreads across the United States and around the world your food contribution can be made anywhere that people are in need. Simply drop us an e-mail at alumni@piratealumni.com with the name of your donation site and the pounds of food donated and we’ll include your contribution toward our 100,000-pound goal. By working together we can help feed the hungry. Thank you for your support of this important service project.

Roadmap to Riches on $12.50 per week Seminar

Enjoy a light-hearted evening filled with personal stories, jokes, and activities while learning the basics about financial freedom on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at the Taylor-Slaughter Alumni Center with Greenville native and author Donna Whitley. This financial guru will help you take charge of your life by sharing tips and advice to take charge of your finances. This seminar is complimentary for East Carolina Alumni Association members and $10.00 for non-members. To register by Wednesday, November 7, fax the registration form to 252-328-4369 or call the Alumni Center at 800-ECU-GRAD.

A Pirate's Life for Me!

Don’t miss A Pirate’s Life for Me!, the Alumni Association’s half-hour radio program that showcases alumni achievements and keeps you up-to-date on alumni events across the Pirate Nation! November guests include: • Linda Tripp ’80, ’81 (November 3) – 2006 Distinguished Service Award recipient, 2007 ECU Alumni Scholarship Golf Classic chairperson, East Carolina Alumni Association Board member, and president of Carolina Court Reporters and Carolina Specialized Imaging • Bill Arnold ’59 (November 10) – Former director of the NC Film Office • Don Sweeting ’85 (November 17) – Executive Vice President of golf and club operations at Pinehurst • Jenni K. ’85 (November 24) – Jewelry designer and owner of Jenni K. Jewelry A Pirate’s Life for Me! airs at 10:00 a.m. every Saturday on Pirate Radio 1250 & 930 AM in eastern North Carolina and worldwide on www.pirateradio1250.com. Be sure to tune in Saturday mornings to hear great stories of success and get the latest Alumni Association news.

Pirate Career Calls

Do you have the perfect resume? Does a perfect resume even exist? If you have questions about resume writing, check out the “Art of Resume Writing” Career Call presented by the Career Center. In this program participants will learn about primary types of resumes and how to use each type effectively, as well as basic resume writing guidelines. Sample resumes will also be included, and questions are welcome. December’s Career Call: The “Art of Resume Writing” with Anna Scarff Scarff has been with the ECU Career Center since 2005 and serves as the Assistant Director/Liaison to the College of Human Ecology and the Thomas Harriot College of Arts & Sciences. Register now for the “Art of Resume Writing.”

S. Rudolph Alexander Performing Arts Series

The Aquila Theatre Company will present two outstanding performances in November. The first, William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar will be held on Wednesday, November 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Wright Auditorium. “This gripping political thriller explores the complexities of power as Caesar’s assassination sees a nation descend into civil violence and instability.” (SRAPAS Renewal Piece 07-07) The second, Joseph Heller’s Catch-22 will be held on Thursday, November 8 at 7:30 p.m. in Wright Auditorium and is an added attraction to the Series’ performances. “Catch-22 explores the absurdity of war and its impact on American society.” (www.ecu.edu/SRAPAS/) Tickets are available through the ECU Ticket Office by calling 800-ECU-ARTS.

Raleigh Holiday Social

Wake County alumni and friends will gather at Brier Creek Country Club on Tuesday, December 4, 2007 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. to celebrate the holiday season Pirate style! Cost is $15 for Alumni Association members; $20 for non-members. Includes heavy hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar will be available. To register by Wednesday, November 28, fax your completed registration form to 252-328-4369 or call the Alumni Center at 800-ECU-GRAD. Celebrate the season with fellow Pirates and learn more about getting involved with the Wake County Alumni Chapter from Association contact Olivia Collier ’02, ’04.

Alumni Assistance for Office of Admissions

The Pirate Alumni Admissions Connection program was created in response to alumni interest in supporting their alma mater and a desire to extend the reach of the Admissions Office through volunteer recruitment efforts of well-trained and knowledgeable alumni across the U.S. Next to students, alumni and friends are East Carolina’s greatest assets. With your help, we can continue to set high standards for admission and recruit the very best students. For more information, please contact Chris Murphy, Assistant Director of Admissions, by phone at 252-328-1714 or by e-mail at murphyc@ecu.edu.

Campus News

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Event Photos

Military Reunion - September 6 Alumni Tailgate - UCF vs. ECU - September 6 ECU Alumni Scholarship Golf Classic - October 19 Alumni Tailgate - NC State vs. ECU - October 20 Homecoming Luncheon - October 26 Awards Ceremony - October 26 Homecoming Open House & Parade - October 27 Royal Brunch - October 27 Alumni Tailgate - UAB vs. ECU - October 27 Pirate Tailgate Contest - October 27 Homecoming Game - October 27 ECTC & ECC Dinner Dance - October 27

Upcoming Events

November 1 Pirate Career Call - Using Career Connections Via Teleconference [More] November 3 A Pirate's Life for Me! Featured guest: Linda Tripp '80, '81, 2006 Distinguished Service Award recipient, president of Carolina Court Reporters, East Carolina Alumni Association board member, and recognized as one of ECU's 100 Outstanding Women [More] November 3 Away Game Tailgate Memphis, TN [More] November 6 Chancellor's Tour Greensboro, NC [More] November 7 SRAPAS - Shakespeare's Julius Caesar Greenville, NC [More] November 8 Roadmap to Riches on $12.50 per Week Financial Seminar Greenville, NC [More] November 8 SRAPAS - CATCH-22 Greenville, NC [More] November 10 A Pirate's Life for Me! Featured guest: Bill Arnold ’59, former director of the NC Film Office [More] November 10 Retired Faculty Appreciation Dinner Greenville, NC [More] November 15 Durham/Orange County Chapter Meeting Durham, NC [More] November 17 A Pirate's Life for Me! Featured guest: Don Sweeting ’85, executive vice president of golf and club operations at Pinehurst [More] November 24 A Pirate's Life for Me! Featured guest: Jenni K. ’85, jewelry designer and owner of Jenni K. Jewelry [More] November 24 Alumni Tailgate - Tulane vs. ECU Greenville, NC [More] December 4 5th Annual Wake County Alumni Chapter Holiday Social Raleigh, NC [More] December 6 Pirate Career Call - Art of Resume Writing Via Teleconference [More]