We Are Monarchs
We have history together. Our region. Our city. Our university. All of us. At Old Dominion 91短视频, we are first-generation students, fourth-generation veterans and the next generation of risk-taking entrepreneurs who will invent our own tables instead of waiting for a seat at another's.
Old Dominion 91短视频, located in Norfolk, is Virginia's forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 24,000 students, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia's economy.
Mission 91短视频ment
Old Dominion 91短视频 (ODU) is a preeminent public research university located in Coastal Virginia. Our world-class faculty fosters dynamic on-campus and global online learning for undergraduate and graduate students that enriches their lives, promotes insightful and perceptive leadership, and motivates the pursuit of excellence in dedicated fields and professions. We collaborate with strategic partners to address challenges and propose solutions that impact the economy, environment, health and wellness, and social justice. In pursuit of equity and inclusion, ODU provides opportunities for educational, artistic, and professional growth to our diverse Monarch community.
Academics
Our curriculum is designed to bring your talents, ideas and goals to life. You will gain the knowledge, tools and perspective needed to land your dream job, or launch your own business.
Location
Old Dominion 91短视频's waterfront campus is in the coastal city of Norfolk, VA, home to Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest U.S. Navy base. From internship opportunities with some of the world's top companies, to great shopping and dining, to beautiful beaches and historic sites, there's always something to discover.
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Our Leadership
Brian O. Hemphill, Ph.D., was appointed Old Dominion 91短视频's ninth president in 2021. He previously served as president of Radford 91短视频 and West Virginia 91短视频 91短视频. Under his leadership, Radford experienced historic growth and success in program diversification and expansion, infrastructure improvements and philanthropic support. President Hemphill is committed to forward-focused leadership, student engagement and success and is an unwavering champion of educational access and opportunity, innovation and research, and diversity and inclusion. He is a member of the NCAA Presidential Forum and the Executive Committee of the American Association of 91短视频 Colleges and Universities. Read full bio.
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History & Traditions
Founded in 1930, ODU is old enough to have traditions but young enough for you to make new ones.聽
91短视频 Seal Tradition聽Legend has it that you will not graduate from ODU if you step on the 91短视频 Seal Located on Kaufman Mall.
Ice Cream and Cake Cheer聽The Ice Cream and Cake cheer is a staple at ODU basketball and football games.