ECU History
What are ECU school colors?
Purple and Gold
What is ECU's mascot?
Pirate (PeeDee)
What card used around campus acts as your official ECU Student card? (This card can be used for entry, meal swipes, and more).
1 Card
Who is responsible for time management and your responsibilities?
YOU
East Carolina had an original purpose for an education. It was a training school. Could you guess which major it taught?
Educators
Where is "The Boneyard" located?
In the student section (east end zone)
What allows you to use your pirate meals and meal swipes?
Campus dining (or grub hub/pirate market)
Orientation
In what year was ECU founded?
1907
At the beginning of every ECU game, what did the school do to introduce the team?
Fire a cannon
Who helps register for your courses and makes sure you graduate on time?
Academic Advisors
*Freebie* Name at least one challenge incoming freshman face once entering college?
Independence, time management, financial issues, mental health, and social environment
Name an influential figure at ECU.
Philip Rogers, James Maynard, Sallie Cotten, James Fleming, Thomas Jarvis, Steve & Nancy Ballard (Any important figures names)
How many seats can the Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium Hold in the current year 2025?
50,000 seats
I have a question about my dorm or have any issues needing to be resolved...who do I contact?
Which is more important? Parties, outings, and social events or school work?
School Work
Can you make a guess? When did the ECU canon tradition begin? (Which year in the 1960's)?
1967
What years was the Pirate mascot chosen and the school's colors?
1909
Besides meal plans, there is one specific benefit with my Student Card that I use daily? (Be cautious with answer)
Get into my housing/ Dorm
At ECU who can make your transition to college more easier?
Advisors, RA, Mentors, and campus service officers (Counselors, Financial Aid Office, and other programs)