Meet the Team

Karen Smith
Director

My favorite thing about orientation is welcoming the new students and parents to Pirate Nation and making it feel like home, while showcasing all the great things ECU has to offer.

Kaitlyn Gumann
Assistant Director, First-Year Programs

My favorite thing about orientation is seeing the pride and excitement on parents’ and supporters’ faces as they see their student prepare for their first year at ECU!

Jocelyne Alfaro-Ruiz
Program Coordinator

My favorite part about orientation is witnessing the moment students get excited about their decision to be a Pirate and begin forming friendships that will last a lifetime!

Lisa Mizell
Administrative Specialist