Kevin Syers Archives

Jul 03, 2024
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NFO 2024 – Faculty Check Point – Canvas

Canvas is the primary learning platform at ECU. You can set up and manage your Canvas account at https://canvas.ecu.edu/. Here, you will find your account information, dashboard, courses, and more. ...

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 – What Drives Pirate Nation – Mentor Mapping

At ECU, we never want you to feel like you are alone – because you’re not. We understand the importance of mentoring new faculty and strive to help you make...

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 – Community Attractions – Local Places and Day Trips

Need a fun afternoon activity in Greenville? Try to find all nine secret squirrel murals hidden around town!   Answers can be found on the Emerge Gallery & Art Center...

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 – New Faculty Checkpoint – Parking Permits and ECU Alerts

Parking Permits It’s time to secure your ECU parking permit. You can find parking information by going to PiratePort and selecting “Parking and Transportation.” New employees are eligible to purchase a...

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 - On Location - Joyner and Laupus Libraries

Buckle up for an adventure with Shuntaye Baker and David Hisle as they explain and explore Joyner Library. https://youtu.be/R1oLzFtBT8g Next, hear from Beth Ketterman about the Laupus Health Sciences Library....

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 – What Drives Pirate Nation – Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

This week, we will learn about UDL from Justin Littlefield. He explains how to plan engaging learning experiences for your students. He also discusses variability in learning, and how to ensure...

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 – New Faculty Checkpoint – Academic Calendars, Selecting Textbooks, and Developing Syllabi

Academic Calendars Calendars, Textbooks, and Syllabi, OH MY! The Academic Calendar is your fast-track to course success. You will need it to develop your syllabi and plan for the upcoming...

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 – On Location – Welcome from Provost Robin Coger

https://youtu.be/EpYqMXDE3PQ

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 – Community Attractions – Explore Town Common and Other Parks

With 21 acres of open green space, the Greenville Town Common is basically our Central Park. Traverse the 1,500-foot river walk along the Tar River using paved walkways and bridges....

Jul 01, 2024
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NFO 2024 – New Faculty Checkpoint – ECU Virtual Tour

 We are so excited that you will be joining us soon! In case you have not had the chance to explore campus just yet, take a test drive through our...