Senior Profile: William Lowery
- Full name: William Dee Lowery III (Class of 2025)
- Major/Minor: B.S in Community and Regional Planning with a minor in Public Administration
- Hometown: New Bern, North Carolina
- Interest in Planning & future goals: I have a passion for sustainable and conservation-focused development, emphasizing the promotion of open and green spaces, the protection of farmland, and the coexistence with wildlife by preserving established habitats.
- Favorite thing about the department:As a non-traditional student, returning to college studies initially posed a learning curve. However, the planning program’s “family-like” atmosphere created an environment where everyone feels comfortable and included. Both students and faculty are not only friendly but also genuinely supportive of one another. A prime example of this support was the encouragement I received to apply for the 4+1 program. I felt honored that the faculty believed in my abilities, enabling me to become one of the first students accepted into this new initiative.
- LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-lowery-53a274103/
- William Lowery’s Accomplishments and Projects:
- William Lowery was nominated for the 2024-2025 American Planning Association (APA) Outstanding Students Award by the ECU Planning faculty.
- Fountain, NC, Downtown Parking Study (Spring 2024): Practicum (Community Partner: Town of Fountain, NC, and the Mid-East Commission) – individual project
- Shoreline Erosion Control Plan, Washington Park, NC (Fall 2023): Studio (Community Partner: Town of Washington Park, NC) – small group project (Project team leader)
