ODU has committed to help every student gain work-based experience before graduation. Thank you to @insidehighered and @amowreader for highlighting our efforts with the new Monarch Internship & Co-Op Office. Read here:

The use of artificial intelligence is growing – and so are our excitement and concern. Recently, ODU Professor Jiang Li of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering answered a few questions about the technology. Keep reading:

Four new members have been appointed to ODU's Board of Visitors: Susan Allen, Andrew Hodge, Juan Monterro and Rick Wyatt. Their four-year terms began on July 1, 2023. Read more:

“I liken the job to being a mayor,” Days said during a recent visit to Old Dominion University. That’s because the base “is comparable to a city,” employing 77,000 military and civilian personnel.". Keep reading:

Chemistry and Biochemistry Student Is First ODU Undergraduate to Earn Goldwater Scholarship. Full story:

ODU's Speech and Hearing Clinic is introducing a program this month that will utilize LEGOs to help improve the social communication skills of children diagnosed with autism. Keep reading:

"They don’t struggle with imposter syndrome the way we did," said Roderick Graham, a Gen Xer & Sociology Professor at ODU. Article by @EbDawn_ via @essence .

For Third Consecutive Year, ODU Ranked Among the Top 10% in the World for Reducing Inequalities. Read More:

The inaugural cohort of the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program, developed in partnership with @EVMSedu and Old Dominion University, began its first classes on Monday. Keep reading:

Kurtis Hooks knows what it’s like to suffer from a chronic disease. Now CEO of Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center, Hooks was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease when he was 12. Keep Reading:

"If this is successful it could help revolutionize the space industry. They have additive manufacturing printers on the International Space Station, but not ones that are made to print in more turbulent flight patterns," said Makenna Landon. Keep reading:

George McLeod put away his dreams of surfing professionally when he realized his 6-foot-4 frame would be a liability. Now director of ODU's Center for Geospatial Science, Education and Analytics, McLeod explains GIS in simple terms. Keep reading:

"The role athletics played in enhancing Old Dominion University’s overall national profile has been well chronicled. (. ) But the role #BudMetheny played in the school's early days isn't as well known." . Keep reading:

The Hampton Roads Maritime Industrial Base Ecosystem hosted by @VMASC_ODU was recently awarded a $1.1 million project to provide skilled-trades training to the maritime industry. Full story:

The Monarch Ready partnership with @TCCva has created a new pathway to degree completion for students needing additional preparation for college. Learn more:

"The ODU team's findings could give us a glimpse into the future of the region's most unique ecosystems in the face of climate change, as warming temperatures are expected to produce more severe storms." .- @khafner15 via @WHRO .

Cue the costume change. At the end of June, Megan Frick will trade her clinic gear for an evening gown and compete for the title of Miss Virginia. Full story:

RT @ODU: Celebrating all of our Monarchs with Pride. 🏳️‍🌈💙. #ODU #olddominionuniversity #MonarchPride #ReignOn #ChooseODU #ODUbound.#pridem….

Yamariah Walters’ Perseverance Pays Off with Degree from #ODU : Yamariah Walters’ journey to her college degree took longer than most, with several significant twists along the way. Full story:

"Ensuring the success of our military-affiliated students has been one of our top priorities for many years. Our new Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success will allow us to significantly augment our efforts.” . Full story: #veterans #usveterans