What makes East Carolina a great college?

<p>I will be attending ECU this fall as a freshman and I am very happy and excited to be a part of The PIRATE NATION! </p>

<p>What makes East Carolina stand out from the other University's in North Carolina?</p>

<p>What advice can you give me before I start my freshman year at East Carolina University?</p>

<p>GO PIRATES</p>