Record Number of Students Earn Degrees During Spring Commencement
A record number of students proudly shared their graduation moment with families, friends and University colleagues at Old Dominion's 122nd commencement exercises May 8 and 9.
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Students from Old Dominion University and Hampton University worked with Wetlands Watch to study climate change adaptations for a historic Norfolk neighborhood.
At 100, Alumnus Reflects on Fond Memories and Growth of Alma Mater
Last week, an enthusiastic class of graduates finished their studies at Old Dominion University, leaving with memories of their time in classes and making social connections. Linwood "Tick" Thumm is proof that these memories can last a lifetime.
ODU's Li Writes Piece in Forbes, Questioning China's Internet Boom
Old Dominion University's Shaomin Li, Eminent Scholar and professor of international business in the Strome College of Business, has co-authored an opinion piece in Forbes magazine, asking whether China's recent Internet boom is sustainable.
Pickering Honored For Excellence in Learning Assessment
J. Worth Pickering, Old Dominion's assistant vice president for assessment, was recently named winner of the inaugural Jean M. Yerian Inspiration Award, by the Center for Efficacy in Higher Education.
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Across Campus - A Photo Essay
At Old Dominion University's 122nd commencement, on May 8 and 9, nearly 3,000 students strode across the seal on Kaufmann Mall, and the Ted Constant Convocation Center stage. Speakers for the event, which marked a record number of graduating students, included Gov. Terry McAuliffe; Marcia Brand, former deputy administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration; and the Hon. Sean J. Stackley, assistant secretary of the Navy (research, development and acquisition). Photos by Rick Voight, Rhea Solock and Chuck Thomas
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Photo by Chuck Thomas
There's nothing like an ice cream social to kick off the summer. Here, Cheri Murphy, human resources, shows off her creations with an extra hand from Rich Le Moal, facilities management, during the Quality of University Life (QUL) Committee's ice cream social appreciation event that was held May 13 in Webb Center.