Centennial Pirates make a difference

East Carolina University is fortunate to have extremely passionate and generous alumni and friends. We'd like to recognize some special members of the Alumni Association--our newest Centennial Pirates. Centennial Pirate membership in the Alumni Association is central to our membership program as it builds an endowment that will ensure strong, vibrant, and effective alumni services and programs for all generations of Pirates. The following couples and indiviuals join our other 25 couples and individuals as Centennial Pirates. They are the foundation of a bright future for our University and our Alumni Association. These pirates have once again answered the call of East Carolina whenever and wherever they can serve. William “Bill” ’96 and Michelle Burnette Lemuel “LB” ’73 and Gail ’71 Clayton Carl ’73 and Martha Davis Michael ’91 and Kimberly Davis Garry ’77 and Carol ’78 Keech Tommy Lewis II ’89 and Janice Lewis Ernest ’68 and Martha Logemann Harry W. Stubbs, IV ’74, ’77 Robert ’89 and Laura ’88, ’91 Taylor Are you interested in supporting the Alumni Association at the Centennial Pirate level? Please contact Paul Clifford, president and CEO at 800-ECU-GRAD. No matter what level you choose to join the Alumni Association, your membership makes a difference and enriches alumni programs, services, and communications. Thank you for your support! Make a tax-deductible contribution to the Alumni Association by becoming a member. Visit PirateAlumni.com/jointoday.

November Deans on Deck

Enjoy an evening with fellow alumni and friends of the University at a Deans on Deck event. Deans on Deck fosters communication and knowledge sharing between the University's colleges and schools and our constituents. These events are also terrific opportunities to network with fellow Pirates in your area and make important business and social connections. Two Deans on Deck events are planned for November: Wednesday, November 11 at Upstream in Charlotte, NC, featuring Dr. Paul Cunningham, dean and senior associate vice chancellor for medical affairs at the Brody School of Medicine and Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance Wednesday, November 18 at The Berkeley Hotel in Richmond, VA, featuring Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance Deans on Deck is $10 for Alumni Association members and $15 for non-members, which includes heavy hors d'oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages. Register today!

Networking Breakfast in Greensboro, NC

Start your day off with fellow Pirates! Join the Alumni Association and prominent alumni in your area for breakfast, networking, and mingling. Our next Networking Breakfast is: Thursday, November 12 at Kress Terrace in Greensboro, NC with Ernest Logemann '68, partner at Gray Callison & Company, PA and chair of the Alumni Association's Board of Directors; Carol Mabe '70, independent consultant and member of ECU's Board of Trustees and chair of the ECU Foundation Board of Directors; and Steve Showfety '70,  president of Koury Corporation, 2008 Distinguished Service Award recipient, and member of the ECU Foundation Board of Directors Networking Breakfasts are from 7:30-9:00 a.m. and are $5 for Alumni Association members and $10 for non-members, which includes a variety of breakfast foods and beverages. Register now!

ECU Military Reunion

Are you a graduate of one of East Carolina's ROTC programs? Did you serve in one of our country's military branches and then attend ECU? Or perhaps you heard the call for duty after graduation? Whatever your involvement with our armed services, East Carolina would like to honor you during the 2009 Military Reunion and Military Appreciation Day. Participants will enjoy open house, opportunities to meet with current ROTC cadets, Alumni Tailgate, and Pirates Football. Make plans now to return to ECU on Saturday, November 21 for the 2009 Military Reunion.

A Pirate's Life for Me!

A Pirate's Life for Me! is the Alumni Association's half-hour radio program that features interviews with alumni and news from your Alumni Association. Heard each Friday at 6:00 p.m. in eastern North Carolina on Pirate Radio 1250 & 930 AM, A Pirate's Life for Me! also streams live worldwide on www.pirateradio1250.com. This month's guests include: November 6 - Linda McMahon '69, U.S. Senate candidate from Connecticut and former CEO of WWE November 13 - Charlie Adams '59, executive director of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association November 20 - Bruce Biggs '66, owner of Biggs Pontiac, Buick, Cadillac, GMC Truck in Elizabeth City, NC and 2009 Outstanding Alumni Award recipient November 27 - Dr. Stuart Lee '81, clinical professor of neurosurgery at the Brody School of Medicine and member of ECU's first MD graduating class Missed an episode? Listen to our archives. While you're there, sign-up for our podcast.

Don't miss this month's Pirate Career Call

Does your resume need a refresher? Then don't miss this month's Pirate Career Call on Thursday, November 5 at noon to get tips and advice on updating this critical self-portrait. This month's Career Call: The Art of Resume Writing - Thursday, November 5 at noon, via teleconference Next month's Career Call: Build Your Personal and Professional Networks - Thursday, December 3 at noon, via teleconference Pirate Career Calls are a collaboration among the Alumni Association, ECU's Career Center, and ECU's Human Resources. Register today!

Voyages of Discovery Premier Lecture featuring American feminist icon Gloria Steinem

The next lecture in the Voyages of Discovery Lecture Series will be Friday, November 6 at 7:00 p.m. in Wright Auditorium on ECU's campus. American feminist icon Gloria Steinem will present "Reflections on Feminism: A Voyage of Discovery with Gloria Steinem." Gloria Steinem Tickets are $10 for this lecture and can be purchased through ECU's Central Ticket Office by calling 252-328-4788.

ECU Army ROTC Wounded Warrior Run

American soldiers risk their lives to ensure freedom for our country. Because of their bravery, many are wounded in battle and require medical and financial assistance upon their return home. Team-up with the Pirate Battalion for this year's ECU Army ROTC Wounded Warrior Run on Saturday, November 14 through Brook Valley Country Club in Greenville, NC to raise funds for these brave men and women. Click here for more information about the run.

CBS College Sports

The newest feature on ECUPirates.com is online auctions! Bid now on used memorabilia, rare collectibles, fan experiences, and much more! And don't forget that Pirates All-Access is your online headquarters for the most comprehensive coverage of East Carolina sports. Get the games, highlights, press conferences, and coach's shows you want--all in one place! Subscribe now! Click here for more CBS College Sports. Tune in--the game is on!

Pirate Alumni on Twitter

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Event Photos

Have you recently attended an alumni event? See if we caught you in a photo! Networking Breakfast - Raleigh - September 30 Alumni & Pirate Club Tailgate - ECU vs. SMU - October 10 Homecoming 2009 - October 16-17 Alumni Awards Ceremony & Dinner - October 16 Homecoming Parade - October 17 Marching Band "Call to Port" Pregame Concert - October 17 Homecoming Game - Rice vs. ECU - October 17 Reunion Class Photos - October 17 ECTC and ECC Dinner Dance - October 17 Black Alumni Reunion After Party - October 17 Retired Faculty Association Fall Social - October 22

Steven Benjamin '76


Attorney Steven Benjamin is a second vice president of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the nation’s top criminal defense organization. Benjamin had previously served on the Association’s Executive Committee as NACDL Treasurer, Secretary, and on the Board of Directors.

Benjamin is an attorney in private practice with the Richmond, VA firm of Benjamin & DesPortes. In addition to his private practice, he serves as special counsel to the Virginia Senate Courts of Justice Committee and to the Virginia State Crime Commission. He is a member of the Virginia Board of Forensic Science and the Virginia Indigent Defense Commission. He is a past president of the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, an NACDL state affiliate, and a fellow of the American Board of Criminal Lawyers. He is a recipient of the Virginia State Bar’s Lewis F. Powell Pro Bono Award, and is a frequent national lecturer on criminal justice.

Michael McShane '66


A new member of the Alumni Association’s Board of Directors, Michael McShane ’66 has stayed connected with East Carolina for many years. Having spent his career as a Washington, D.C. insider, McShane was honored as an Outstanding Alumni award recipient in 1998 and was a featured guest on the Alumni Association’s radio program A Pirate’s Life for Me!

As a Board member, McShane will assist in guiding the Alumni Association in a continued direction of success to increase Alumni Association membership, grow the Alumni Scholarship program, and consistently provide the communications, programs, and events that ECU's alumni expect and deserve.

Currently, McShane is a Congressional Liaison Officer with the Agency for International Development. His responsibilities include Congressional relations between the Agency’s Middle East and Asia Bureaus and Congress.

Interested in volunteering for the East Carolina Alumni Association? Please contact Kendra Alexander today!