April 25, 2023
Ellis to lead ECU's Black Faculty Organization
Dr. Danny Ellis with the Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management has been named president of ECU’s Black Faculty Organization, a public, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the interests of its members at ECU.
BFO provides support and assistance through social activities, scholarship, advocacy programs, and other University and community-based activities. It supports and encourages the creation and enforcement of University policies relating to recruitment, retention, and the professional development of African American and other minority faculty.
As president, Ellis will provide leadership for the organization; maintain and adhere to the directives in the by-laws; preside at the meetings; prepare meeting agendas; serve as spokesperson; and keep members informed through minutes, publications, and/or electronic communications.
“As BFO president, it is my goal to maximize student success, faculty growth, and intellectual recognition while highlighting the great contribution of the members of BFO both on campus and in the eastern North Carolina community,” said Ellis.
Ellis will serve as president for two years.