Ilaria Noonan

October 2024

ECU Theatre Arts student Lawler balances scholarship, service and stage

There has never been a doubt in McKenna Lawler’s mind of what she wanted to be when she grew up. From a young age, Lawler had a great passion for […]

10.7.2024

ECU Honors leaders help new students find community through Honors Ambassadors and CREWS mentors programs

The Honors Ambassadors and CREWS (Connections, Resources, Engagement and Welcome Sessions) Mentors are two leadership programs that help shape the new student experience at the East Carolina University Honors College. […]

10.7.2024

From ECU to the Capitol: Jason Smith’s Path to Nonpartisan Leadership

Jason Smith graduated from the honors program at East Carolina University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and political science. After his time in the honors program, […]

10.7.2024

September 2024

First-year scholars celebrate month of successes, camaraderie

For the Brinkley-Lane Scholars, the first few weeks at East Carolina University have been exciting, demanding and full of growth. Each scholar harbors different interests but as a group, they […]

9.27.2024

May 2024

Vogel shows commitment to service through activities

East Carolina University’s motto is Servire — “to serve,” signifying a commitment and desire to serve the larger community. Katelyn Vogel, a junior health fitness specialist major, shows the utmost […]

5.16.2024

Wilson connects with athletes over shared experiences, mentorship

Dennis Wilson, a dedicated alumnus of the ECU Honors College, brings his passion for strength and conditioning to the ECU baseball team. As the assistant strength and training coach, Wilson […]

5.16.2024

Honors athletes value dedication, drive to succeed

Since the beginning, the Honors College has had a diverse population of students who excel in many different areas. Our student athletes show a distinct commitment to both mind and […]

5.16.2024

February 2024

Brinkley-Lane Scholars to host 54 finalists this Selection Sunday

The Brinkley-Lane Scholars Program at East Carolina University will host 54 finalists for Selection Sunday on Feb. 18.  These finalists are the best and brightest students from nearly 1000 applicants […]

2.16.2024

June 2023

Quick uses her alumna experience to mentor current students

Linda Quick exemplifies all the pillars of what it means to be an Honors College and Brinkley-Lane Scholar alumna. She is also a Pirate through and through. Quick is a […]

6.1.2023

Patel pursues path to pharmacy school

Kunj Patel is a recent graduate of the Honors College, who received degrees in both public health and economics this May. While at ECU, Patel was on the pre-pharmacy track […]

6.1.2023