Global Understanding

ECUDr. Marion EpplerAmerican Culture

United States of America

American Flag 13 stripes represent

original 13 colonies 50 stars represent

each of 50 states

Washington DC National capitol Monuments &

museums (free!)

Different Cultural Regions:Much diversity in Americans

Where is ECU?

Hey y’all (hello you all)

Region is east coast, southern state

State is North Carolina

Western NC = Appalachian Mountains

Central NC = Piedmont with rich farmland

cotton

tobacco

soybeans

corn

Eastern NC = sandy beaches (Atlantic Ocean, Outer Banks)

City is Greenville, NC

East Carolina University

PeeDee the Pirate (ECU mascot)

ECU (used to be ECTC)

• Training teachers and nurses • 4-year university• >100 BA programs • Also MA and PhD programs• Plus medical school

• 27,000 students (88% from NC)

ECU motto is “Servire” (To Serve)

• Average year…

•17,000 students volunteer•162,000 hours of community service

Greetings from ECU!

We are very glad to be meeting with you, and we look forward to getting to know all of you and your culture!