The Runte Years

• Old Dominion’s first woman president

• Established a capital campaign that exceeded its $100 million goal

• Directed a tremendous period of growth in campus facilities, valued at more than $100 million

• Set in motion a plan for the university to pursue Top 100 status as a public research university

• Led an effort in academic affairs where both undergraduate and graduate programs have flourished

• Provided support that helped increase ODU’s research portfolio

• Taught at least one course a year, and continued to write academic, creative and editorial pieces

• Supported a student-led movement that will bring football to campus

• Generously contributed to scholarship fund and other university initiatives