East Carolinian

A recent study conducted by the Pew Research Center, an American think-tank based out of Washington, D.C., set out to answer the question: Are Americans more socially isolated? The answer may surprise you. The conclusions of the Pew study ran contrary in a number of ways to a widely publicized piece published by Duke University in 2006, which stated Americans were more inclined to be socially isolated and have increasingly moved away from face-to-face interaction since the mid 1980s.… Post the First Comment

Lorne Merthie's three-point basket from the corner with 2:54 remaining to put Campbell ahead to stay as ECU's eight-game winning streak over the Camels came to an end Tuesday night. In the first men's basketball game played between the schools at Buies Creek since the 1946-47 season, the Fighting Camels won a seesaw battle that featured nine ties and 12 lead changes, 74-68.… Post the First Comment

As some of us near our last year of college, we can't help but wonder, "What is going to happen to my health insurance?" Although some, including myself, are on our parents' plan that is good until the age of 25, what about those who are forced to get their own plan as soon as they are no longer a full-time student? With some students in hopeful wishing that this "public option bill" will pass, I am here to tell you, don't get your hopes up.… 2 Comments

For many students, the origin of where their clothing is from is nothing more than an inconsequential fact. Whether it is made in China or Taiwan, students focus on the wear ability of the garment and not its birthplace. From cotton field to cash register, the apparel world has become a fundamental part of the world economy and is woven into the fabric of our history.… Post the First Comment