Vision
To be a national leader in developing student experiences that positively transform lives and communities. (https://studentaffairs.ecu.edu/vision-mission-and-values/)
Mission
Supporting Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness. (https://studentaffairs.ecu.edu/vision-mission-and-values/)
Values
Student Affairs educators adhere to these core values:
- Student Centered
- Integrity
- Belonging
- Excellence
- Respect
(https://studentaffairs.ecu.edu/vision-mission-and-values/)
East Carolina Creed
In the pursuit of educational excellence, responsible stewardship, and intellectual freedom, the community of scholars at East Carolina University is committed to learning at the highest level. Founded in the tradition of service and leadership, members of our academic society exemplify high standards of professional and personal conduct at all times. Therefore, we aspire to the following:
As an East Carolinian,
I will carry out personal and academic integrity.
I will respect and appreciate the diversity of our people, ideas, and opinions.
I will be thoughtful and responsible in my words and actions.
I will engage in purposeful citizenship by serving as a positive role model.
By striving to meet these aspirations on and off campus, our individual freedom to learn and a pledge to serve will be preserved.
Student Affairs
Dean of Students
The Office of the Dean of Students (DOS) is dedicated to supporting students throughout their college experience by providing personalized, student-centered services that foster well-being, academic success, and a sense of belonging. Serving as a central resource for students, families, and campus partners, the office offers a compassionate and accessible point of contact for navigating the complex issues of campus life.
Case managers provide individualized support to students facing a range of challenges, including mental or physical health concerns, family emergencies, academic disruptions, and other personal difficulties. Using a collaborative approach, they offer timely outreach, connect students to campus and community resources, and help them understand and navigate university policies. In addition to one-on-one support, the Dean of Students Office works closely with faculty, staff, and university departments to create a coordinated network of care tailored to each student’s unique needs.(https://deanofstudents.ecu.edu/)
Dining Services provides a comprehensive dining program with high quality and affordable food service; encourages and promotes campus residential life and educational experience; projects a positive campus image and the University’s sense of community to all visitors, faculty, staff and students. Dining Services also provides nutritional education, compelling programming, and a comfortable dining experience. (https://dining.ecu.edu)
Campus Living - ECU Housing and Residence Life
Campus Living actively contributes to the mission of the university by providing housing services and programmatic offerings to serve the needs of the undergraduate students at East Carolina University. Campus Living seeks to enrich the lives of our students by providing them a comfortable educational living environment where all residential students can reach their full academic and personal potential. (https://campusliving.ecu.edu/)
ECU Transit offers services tailored to the needs of the university community. Several fixed route options are available that connect points around main campus as well as the health sciences campus, and park-and-ride lots. Fixed routes also serve several off-campus housing locations as well as downtown Greenville. The On Demand van service is a point-to-point service that works in conjunction with fixed route service to serve on and off campus locations during the evenings and on weekends. Riders with permanent or temporary mobility impairments may choose Pirate Access for pre-arranged trips to and from university properties. Transit services operate 7 days a week during the fall and spring semester, and on any day in which the university is open. Schedules, maps, and other information can be found at https://transit.ecu.edu.
Off-Campus Student Services (OCSS) assists students and parents/guardians in their search to find off-campus housing. This is accomplished by encouraging open communication and delivering university programs and services to empower students to become good citizens while keeping them connected to the university. (https://offcampus.ecu.edu/)
Campus Recreation and Wellness (CRW) engages the Pirate community in a variety of recreational and wellness experiences by providing exceptional facilities, programs, and services to thousands of participants every day. The department employs over 400 students annually serving Pirate Nation at four state-of-the-art facilities. The Intramural Sports program offers over 20 different team and individual/dual activities in several skill levels. For those seeking a more competitive experience, 27 Club Sports are available with plenty of activities for everyone. Take the fun outdoors with the Adventure Program. This program offers a selection of trips, educational workshops, a 27-foot climbing wall, and equipment rental. The Well-Being area provides a menu of options to meet people where they are and to help them thrive! Group Fitness is perfect for Pirates who want the freedom of a drop-in movement opportunity, such as joining a BODYPUMP™, Barre, Yoga class, and more! Small Group Training is perfect for those wanting to up their fitness game in a more team-like atmosphere. Personal Training is available for those who want one-on-one customized fitness programs delivered in-person or online. Well-Being is far more than movement, however. Resources and programs such as well-being coaching, relaxation stations featuring massage chairs, and health and well-being assessments are offered to support life-long habits within the five elements of well-being (career, social, financial, physical, and community). Discover, explore, and live programs are even offered on-demand! Well-being wherever you are, whenever. (https://crw.ecu.edu)
- The Eakin Student Recreation Center is convenient, accessible, and filled with activities to keep the mind, body, and spirit in shipshape condition. Special features include a climbing wall; an indoor pool and outdoor pool with a lounging area; a 10,300 square-foot fitness area with free weights, selectorized equipment and cardiovascular machines; an indoor running track; five exercise studios (including a dedicated spinning and mind/body space), the Adventure Center, basketball, volleyball and racquetball courts. Outdoor adventure trips, group fitness classes, yoga, martial arts, and a variety of intramural and club sports are among the many opportunities students can find at Campus Recreation and Wellness.
- Campus Recreation and Wellness at the Health Sciences Campus is located in the Health Sciences Campus Student Center and is a 28,000 square foot facility with two multipurpose courts, an exercise studio which includes virtual and live cycling classes, cross-training room, and cardiovascular and free weight areas. A wellness center, also located in the student center, offers massage chairs, a coffee and relaxation area, and other stress reduction activities.
- Blount Recreational Sports Complex includes 10 flag football and soccer fields and four softball fields, in addition to restrooms and parking. The Blount complex is also a host site to part of the City of Greenville’s beautiful Greenway trail, 3.1 miles of natural trail for biking, running and walking. The Blount Recreational Sports Complex is on the ECU transit route and has free parking after 5:00 pm.
- North Recreational Complex has eight multi-sport fields, a six-acre lake, a field house, jogging trails, a beach area with sand volleyball courts, a boathouse, outdoor fitness equipment, and a 19-hole disc golf course. The North Recreational Complex has free parking.
Career Services supports and empowers students in their career development as professionals in a global community.
The following is a list of services and programs Career Services utilizes to assist students:
Additional information about Career Services is available at https://career.ecu.edu/ or by calling 252-328-6050.
The Center for Counseling and Student Development (CCSD) provides confidential counseling services to currently enrolled ECU students who have paid the student health fee. All counseling services are free (covered by tuition and fees), apart from a $25 no-show fee. The CCSD is staffed by a multi-disciplinary team of therapists experienced in providing mental health care addressing concerns common to college students. The CCSD provides brief individual and group therapy, workshops, substance use counseling, consultation, and psychoeducational outreach programs. Additionally, crisis services are available 24 hours/day year-round. Counseling services are designed to enhance personal growth, facilitate skill development, improve understanding of self and others, and stabilize students in crisis. (https://counselingcenter.ecu.edu/)
The Center for Student Success (CSS) provides the support and coordination of services, resources, and programs that enhance student success while attending to their holistic needs. The CSS supports student needs outside of the classroom and serves as a bridge and point of contact to Academic Affairs initiatives while managing student-focused initiatives like ECU Grow, Students’ Treasure Chest, and HOiST (Helping Our Students Thrive). Additional efforts include leading the Student Success Conference and serving as representative on broad student success-focused programs like Salesforce implementation, Student Success ecosystem, and other strategic initiatives. Using intentional outreach, programming, and connection opportunities, the staff members utilize early-alert notification systems to appropriately intervene and support students in need. The First Year Cares Initiative connects incoming first year students with resources and support services based on survey data and predictive analytics. Within the Center for Student Success, Financial Wellness provides financial education, coaching, and resources that empower our students to utilize their knowledge and skills to manage their financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial well-being.
Additionally, CSS coordinates programming within the Student Success Hubs on the first floor of the Main Campus Student Center. Each of the hubs (Financial Wellness, Career Services, and Health and Well-Being) contributes to the inclusive perspective of student success, and through cohesive marketing and collaborative programming, the Student Success Hubs provide a synergy to ECU’s student success initiatives on campus. For more information, visit https://studentaffairs.ecu.edu/studentsuccess/.
Disability Support Services (DSS) is a resource for students with disabilities. The primary role of DSS is to ensure students with disabilities have access to all ECU programs, services, and activities. DSS works with ECU students, faculty and staff to coordinate a range of services and accommodations designed to support the success of students with disabilities on an individualized basis. Students who believe they may benefit from DSS resources or accommodations are encouraged to contact the office to begin the required process for determining appropriate support. (https://accessibility.ecu.edu/students/)
ECU’s Office of Parent and Family Programs is the office that supports you, as parents and family members, of an East Carolina University student. Parents and families play an important role at ECU and we believe that the more you know about the university, the more you can contribute to your student’s success here! We want to be your partner in your child’s education by providing assistance and support through quality programs and communications, helping you navigate your family’s college experience.
For more information, you can visit our website http://parents.ecu.edu, call the Parents Help Line at 252-328-6847, or email us at parents@ecu.edu. We will answer your questions or put you in touch with someone who can. Join the Parent and Family Portal at https://ecu.campusesp.com for your opportunity to receive newsletters and important information. Engage with our social media accounts @ECUParents (Facebook, Instagram, X) to keep connected no matter where you are.
The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (OSRR) fosters student growth by promoting students’ awareness and understanding of their rights and responsibilities as community members, addressing student conduct and creating developmental learning opportunities, and engaging students in ethical decision-making.
OSRR administers the East Carolina University Student Code of Conduct, which governs students’ on- and off-campus conduct. Office staff is also engaged in campus education on various issues, such as academic integrity, citizenship development, and conflict resolution.
OSRR staff is available to advise all campus community members on their rights under the Student Code of Conduct and the ECU conduct process, as well as to clarify University policies pertaining to student conduct. (https://osrr.ecu.edu/)
SA Assessment, Research and Planning (SAARP) champions a culture of evidence and improvement within the Division of Student Affairs, in support of student learning, development, and success. SAARP provides leadership to increase the institution’s knowledge about students, the educational environment and institutional effectiveness to continuously improve student programs and services, and does so through service in support of outcomes-based assessment, student-focused research, data-driven decision-making, strategic planning, program review, and professional education.
Student Centers is the home to two new facilities that serve Pirate Nation on both the Main Campus and the Health Sciences Campus. Existing as ECU’s “living room,” both facilities empower the campus community around our motto, Servire, and serve as the hub for cultural, educational, social, and community activities. The centers exemplify the university’s mission as the leadership university, committed to student success, public service, and regional transformation. Student Centers are located on both the Main and Health Sciences Campus. For more information, visit http://studentcenters.ecu.edu.
- The Main Campus Student Center is a 220,000 square foot facility serving as the front door to ECU’s campus. The building includes a 700-space parking deck providing easy access for ECU, the Greenville community, and guests. Many student-focused departments and services are housed in the Main Campus Student Center, including the Student Government Association (SGA), the Student Activities Board (SAB), the Central Reservations Office, and the University Ticket Office. Dowdy Student Stores, as well as a 220-seat Black Box Theater, a 14,000 square foot ballroom, six dining options, 11 different meeting rooms, and Pirate Vision - a 24’ x 42’ outdoor digital screen. (https://studentcenters.ecu.edu/main-campus-student-center)
- The Health Sciences Campus Student Center is an 85,000 square foot facility, the first standalone student center on a medical campus in North Carolina. This multi-purpose facility houses several student services, including Traffic and Parking, One Card, Student Health Services, the Center for Counseling and Student Development, Student Activities and Organizations, and Career Services. Pirate Nation has access to a state-of-the-art 2,000 square foot event room, multiple lounges, eight study rooms, and a state-of-the-art 25,000 square foot recreation and wellness center. There are also several dining options, including a Starbucks, as well as the Health Sciences Campus Bookstore. (https://studentcenters.ecu.edu/health-sciences-campus-student-center)
- The Central Reservations Office is housed in the Department of Student Centers. It plays a vital role in scheduling not only both student centers, but also many of the indoor and outdoor spaces across the two campuses for students, departments, and guests. (https://cro.ecu.edu)
- The Central Ticket Office is housed in the Department of Student Centers. It is your one-stop shop for ticketed performing arts, speakers, and other non-athletic events at East Carolina University. (https://tickets.ecu.edu)
Student Engagement is the one-stop home for student involvement, campus programming, community support, and traditions at ECU. The department comprises several offices, all of which are located in the Main Campus Student Center. (https://studentengagement.ecu.edu)
- Fraternity and Sorority Life, comprising over 40 Greek-letter organizations and more than 2,500 undergraduate members, is divided into four distinct communities. The communities are governed by four councils: the Interfraternity Council (IFC), the Panhellenic Association, the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), and the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC). (https://fsl.ecu.edu)
- Dr. Jesse R. Peel LGBTQ Center was founded in 2011 and serves the entire ECU campus. The center’s resources include a lending library, information on campus, local, and national resources, as well as computer workstations and study spaces open to all students. Additionally, the center features a social area, a conference room, and offices for our staff. Throughout the year, the center offers educational programs and events, and participates in nationally recognized campaigns. (https://lgbtq.ecu.edu)
- Student Activities & Organizations serves as the programming hub of the campus, hosting over 100 different events and programs annually. The Students Activities Board (https://sab.ecu.edu) comprises selected student leaders and four other student committees: Film, Arts, Entertainment, and Initiatives. More than 450 student organizations of all types are listed on The Pirate Experience website (https://thepirateexperience.ecu.edu). Student Engagement also coordinates many campus tradition events, including Homecoming, Pirate Palooza, Halloween Havoc, and Barefoot on the Mall. (https://studentengagement.ecu.edu/student-org-center/)
- The Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement offers opportunities for the campus community to learn, serve, and lead as active citizens and advocates for positive social change within our community. In partnership with local, regional, and international communities, CLCE aims to cultivate an environment where individuals can learn about themselves and their community through service and leadership. The center is home to the Williams-Ross Purple Pantry, servicing Pirate Nation since 2018. (https://clce.ecu.edu)
- The Military and Veteran Resource Center strives to provide a seamless transition for student veterans, both academically and socially, by assisting them in becoming fully integrated into the East Carolina University community through education, preparation, and engagement with the military-affiliated community. MVRC provides supportive services necessary to ensure that student veterans are successful in their academic pursuits, adjust to the campus environment, and eventually transition to civilian employment. (https://mvrc.ecu.edu)
- The Women and Gender Center seeks to serve students, faculty, and staff at ECU from our office in the Student Center. Their resources include a lending library, a social and collaborative workspace, and office space for staff. Additionally, the WGC collaborates on campus-wide initiatives and events such as ECUnited (https://ecunited.ecu.edu), a program aimed at promoting civil discourse and positive change on ECU’s campus and beyond, and Pledge Purple, a yearlong initiative focused on education and advocacy to end sexual violence, harassment, and bullying. (https://wgc.ecu.edu)
- The Ledonia Wright Cultural Center leads with vision, compassion, ethics, and transparency, and always puts students first. The center stays current with student development theory and best practices, and develops tools to measure student involvement through the center and its impact on student retention and persistence. Focused on student success, the center serves all students and celebrates the diverse cultures, religions, and countries that comprise the vibrant ECU campus community. (https://lwcc.ecu.edu)
The Student Government Association exists to serve East Carolina University students and advocates for them so that their collective voice may be heard. This organization promotes cooperation to foster positive change within the university and its constituents, while upholding the values and mission of East Carolina University. The focus of the Student Government Association is to foster student-university engagement and opportunities in an environment where students have the right to self-expression, regardless of identity or affiliation. The Student Government Association is located in the Main Campus Student Center, Suite 223. (https://sga.ecu.edu)
Student Health Services (SHS) is a primary health care facility with locations on central campus and in the Health Sciences Campus Student Center. SHS is comprised of dedicated professionals providing easily accessible and affordable health care to enrolled students. Our facility specializes in the overall health and well-being of each patient in our campus community by offering a comprehensive list of services. We are a fully accredited medical facility by the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
The Student Health Services staff provides expert consultation in matters of health and infection control for the university community. Additionally, SHS offers a broad spectrum of services including preventative care, treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, treatment for injuries, and care of urgent and non-urgent medical issues. Other services include sports medicine, travel medicine, pharmacy, x-ray services, ultrasound, health and nutrition education, laboratory, and allergy and immunization services. (https://studenthealth.ecu.edu/)
Student Media, or Pirate Media 1, engages students in real-life, hands-on practical training in a learning laboratory while providing news, information, entertainment, and literary expression to the campus community. Its student-led divisions of print and broadcasting prepare students to compete and succeed in the global economy.
The organization provides students with experience in reporting, writing, editing, graphic design, production, management, photography, videography, radio programming, sales, marketing, social media and web production, all through work in magazines, The East Carolinian newspaper, podcasts, and WZMB radio. Pirate Media 1 is located on the lower level of the Mendenhall Building. (https://studentmedia.ecu.edu)
The Office of Student Transitions (OST) offers a coordinated and comprehensive approach to enhancing success for all students. The center offers services that enhance academic efficiency, effectiveness, and independence, while also providing necessary support for all students, aimed at improving student satisfaction, academic success, and retention. Student Transitions is dedicated to providing a seamless transition from orientation through post-graduation, which is accomplished through the following programs: New Student Orientation, Freshman Seminar (COAD 1000 ), New Student Welcome, Camp P.I.R.A.T.E.S., sophomore to senior programming, first-generation student programming, and transfer student support. Student Transitions is located in the Mendenhall Building, Suite 210. (https://studenttransitions.ecu.edu/)
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