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Entrepreneurship students inducted into nationally ranked school

When Desireé Robinson came to ECU, she had planned on becoming an occupational therapist. But then she found entrepreneurship. “From a very young age, I’ve always had a whole bunch […]

Aman Challenge showcases ECU student entrepreneurs

Caroline Pender, left, Desiree Robinson, upper right, and Destiny Nicholson, lower right, pitch their business idea, I Do List, to a student that stopped at their table during the Aman Pirate Challenge. (Photo by Steven Mantilla)

The entrepreneurial spirit filled the air on the East Carolina University Mall on Oct. 7 as 85 student teams representing 47 majors participated in the first round of the ninth […]

Celebrating 10 Years of Entrepreneurship

The Miller School of Entrepreneurship was launched 10 years ago. Today, it stands as a national model. How did it get there?

College of Business hosts inaugural Twilley Sales Challenge

What convinces a consumer to purchase a product or service? Students in East Carolina University’s Twilley Academy of Sales Leadership developed their best sales pitches on Feb. 27-28 as part […]

First National Bank to sponsor new award for Pirate Challenge finalist

New sponsorship designed to impact successful entrepreneurs in rural North Carolina.

Stan Eakins: a legacy for the ages

“It turns out being a dean is a lot of work.”

Summer Innovation Academy showcases future entrepreneurs

The Miller School of Entrepreneurship’s annual Summer Innovation Academy brought over 30 middle and high school students across eastern North Carolina to learn the basics of entrepreneurship and how to […]

COB standouts build skills during summer internships

Not content to relax by the pool, many students in the College of Business use the summer to build new skills, gain valuable work experience and make career connections by […]