ECU Health Foundation Winter Newsletter 2025/2026
ECU Pirate Nurse Night Out
1717 the Rooftop
Providing H.O.P.E to Cancer Patients
Founded by a passionate group of nurses, Santa’s H.O.P.E. (Helping Oncology Patients Everywhere) was created to bring joy, dignity and comfort to cancer patients receiving care at ECU Health Cancer Care at the Eddie and Jo Allison Smith Tower during the holiday season. This heartfelt initiative offers patients a unique and meaningful way to experience the magic of the holidays without the added stress, expense or health risks often associated with crowded public spaces.
Santa’s H.O.P.E. brings holiday cheer to ECU Health Cancer patients
The ECU Health Cancer Care team is hoping to make the holidays brighter for Cancer patients during their stay through the annual Santa’s H.O.P.E. pop-up store experience.
Dance Arts Theatre presents The Nutcracker
Dance Arts Theatre presents The Nutcracker
Celebrating its 34th season, Dance Arts Theatre will present The Nutcracker at Wright Auditorium, ECU, December 13 & 14, 2025. Net proceeds from the special event will be donated to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to benefit James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital at ECU Health Medical Center
Wright Auditorium
ECU School of Dental Medicine provides veterans with free oral health care
On Veterans Day, The East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine provided 30 veterans with free oral health care through the Smiles for Veterans program.