When the leaves begin to change and the air grows cooler for early morning classes, that’s when ECPI University faculty and staff start gearing up for Tech Month.
The university sets aside the month of October to commemorate its history in technology education, encourage the next generation of tech students, and provide awareness of the vital careers that ensure our world’s connection, productivity, and security.
Kimberly Glidewell was just working on a new project at work when she decided to make a career change.
In her role on Novant Health’s Business Intelligence team, she was tasked to design and build a new system for their Customer Service department. As she got into the project though, she began to realize that there was a communication gap between the coding and development of a new system, and the department’s processes. She decided that she wanted to pursue an IT degree to help.
Alumni Spotlight: Paul Thrasher
Paul Thrasher was working as a car salesman when he decided to follow his passion into Information Technology. He already had bachelor’s degree in criminology from a traditional university, but since his degree wasn’t in something he was passionate about, he never truly utilized it.
At the end of August, ECPI University welcomed an influx of new students, ready to take the first step towards their ultimate career goals. As these students gear up for their first midterms at ECPI, they’re probably just now settling into a new routine juggling work, school, and other responsibilities.
Now is the time to engage with your students and remind them of the robust support system that our university offers. Student engagement leads to success so find ways to continually improve your communication with students.
Richmond culinary students are giving back, thanks to a unique partnership with local nonprofit Feed More, a food bank serving the greater Richmond community.
When Rachel Spivey was attending ECPI University's Newport News campus, her plate was full juggling parenting and pursuing a degree in Healthcare Administration full time. Or so she thought.
Towards the end of her degree program, Rachel's mother sadly passed away. She dropped everything to fly to her mother and was met with unwavering support from her instructors, who allowed her to continue her assignments remotely to stay on track.
