ODU's Toll Appointed to Governor's Climate Change Commission
Ray Toll, a faculty member with the Old Dominion University Center for Coastal Physical Oceanography (CCPO), has been appointed by Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe to the Governor's Climate Change and Resiliency Update Commission.
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World-Class Work Coming from ODU Physics Lab
A series of physics experiments at the Super Proton Synchrotron (SPS) particle accelerator in Geneva, Switzerland, goes by the name COMPASS (for Common Muon and Proton Apparatus for Structure and Spectroscopy) and involves 240 of the smartest nuclear physics researchers on the planet. But the next phase of the project can't begin until some tedious work is done this summer on the campus of Old Dominion University
New Tool Developed By ODU Researchers Aimed at Encouraging Residents to Evacuate Before Big Storms
A new tool developed by researchers at Old Dominion University's Virginia Modeling, Analysis and Simulation Center is designed to graphically demonstrate to residents of southeastern Virginia the threat posed by high winds and rising water during a storm.
Kaine, Reps, Local Mayors Lead Sea Level Rise Panel Discussion at ODU
The unique, bipartisan forum "Rising to the Challenge" was hosted Monday, June 30, by U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, and featured three U.S. Representatives and mayors of Norfolk and Virginia Beach
Solar Energy Tracking System Research Earns CIT Grant
Old Dominion University's growth as a center of research and innovation into photovoltaic (PV) energy will take another step forward July 8, with the dedication of a new solar installation on the roof of ODU's Student Recreation Center.
ODU's Lockamy Builds 'Yeehawkans' to Promote Native American Culture
Lee Lockamy works in Auxiliary Services at Old Dominion University, using his general mechanical skills to keep Webb University Center in good working order. On his own time, he uses those same skills to promote the heritage of his ancestors, the Nansemond Indians, who were established in southeastern Virginia when English settlers arrived in the early 17th century.
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Across Campus - A Photo Essay
ODU is one of Virginia's largest, and most dynamic, metropolitan universities. Even though the main campus is located just minutes from downtown Norfolk, there are ample opportunities to enjoy a naturalistic respite. So take a few moments from the day to day grind to stroll along one of our tree-lined campus walkways, view the blooming flowers outside the Arthur and Phyllis Kaplan Orchid Conservatory or even quietly observe a Night-Heron on the prowl for dinner behind Rogers Hall. You won't regret it.
A Picture is Worth...
Photo: Chuck Thomas
It's hot, hot, hot outside, but that hasn't kept ODU's Grounds Division from maintaining the beauty and functionality of our campus community. It's a tough job that gets even more difficult during the steamy summer months, so give them a quick word of 'thanks' the next time you encounter crew members toiling in the sun. Here a worker cuts the links at the Lambert's Point Golf Course.