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Hugh Morton's photographic highlights are on display in an exhibit in the North Carolina Collection Gallery of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Wilson Library. Morton, a 1943 UNC alumnus, combat photographer in World War II, and unofficial state photographer for 60 years, photographed an array North Carolina subjects from state leaders to basketball players.
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The North Carolina Museum of Art is reinventing themselves; with generous donations and land from the neighboring prison facility, NCMA's museum park combines art installations with spacious nature trails.
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Following a century of startling growth and nationally recognized accomplishment, East Carolina University is implementing a strategic plan as it looks ahead to its Centennial in 2007. This ambitious initiative for the new century emphasizes the role of ECU as the educational, medical, cultural, and economic engine for the eastern region of North Carolina.
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The East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine has come a long way in a short time. It is one of the ten \"youngest\" medical school sin the country, but in a short time it has become the focal point for many advanced therapies and treatments that are drawing doctors from around the nation and the world to Greenville, North Carolina for training.
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If there is one overwhelming theme--other than service--to be found in East Carolina University's history, it is the role of the underdog. More often than not, the school and its leaders were told something could not be done, and each time ECU achieved what many thought would be impossible. Like its mascot, the pirate, ECU has always done things outside the expected boundaries and come away with a treasure chest of success.
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Jack Morton discusses the legacy of his grandfather, Hugh Morton, a remarkable photographer who not only documented a timeline of North Carolina's unique history, but also photographed some of the most notable American figures.
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17062
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From the economy to the environment, education to infrastructure, North Carolina as a state is staggering. That is the verdict reached after a year-long effort by the Progress Board. Founded by the General Assembly in 1995, the Progress Board calls for long-range goals for the State.
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The summit of visual arts in southeastern North Carolina is the brand new Louise Cameron Wells Art Museum in Wilmington. This new home for the long-respected St. John's Museum of Art will focus on the North Carolina's rich visual arts heritage and contemporary arts scene with is inaugural exhibitions.
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17064
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There are few more technologically advanced sports franchises than the Carolina Hurricanes. From an impressive website to high-tech wireless hockey, the Carolina Hurricanes lead the pack in technological innovation, if not in scores.
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America's only planned state capital is poised for a promising tomorrow. Fayetteville Street was once the heart of Raleigh's social life, a classic picture of Main Street, USA, and it was there that the modern-day Raleigh began taking shape, and from there radiates a lively city center.
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17066
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Allen discusses the governance of the University of North Carolina education system, and the most appropriate plans for a brighter future.
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17067
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It's foaling season on Shackleford Banks, a sandy natural haven in the Cape Lookout National Seashore, located a few miles out from Beaufort. The first foal of spring brought the total number of Shackleford horses to 123. According to scientists who study the horses regularly, there are 22 harems and five bachelor bands. This hardy breed is believed to be descendants of Spanish stock brought over by early explorers and later abandoned.
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17068
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A low tech invention by Joseph Kalinowsky of East Carolina University's speech communications department is transforming the lives of 60 million people who struggle with stuttering.
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17069
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From nano research to software, veterinary medicine to next-generation textiles, the Centennial Campus is a technological advancement and first-class development for North Carolina State University.
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17070
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At Duke University, medical research is leading to discoveries and forging related high-tech companies. From potential cancer vaccines to stem cell research, anti-AIDS drugs and 3D imaging, the university is building a legacy of cutting-edge research transferred to the private sector.
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