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Global Understanding. ECU Dr. Marion Eppler American 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!). - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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!