B.S. in Public Administration from James Madison University.
Avid indoor cycler, Caribbean traveler.
Place in Norfolk: ODU of course!
Spot at ODU: Whitehurst Beach
Favorite Part About Working in Admissions: Changing family trees!
ODU has been my career home, there’s no place like home!
Dream big and stay focused, you can do it!
Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield Tidewater(Virginia Beach), All top scholar recruitment.
B.A. in History from Virginia Commonwealth University
Mangos are my favorite fruit.
Place in Norfolk: Waterside District
Spot at ODU: Webb Center
Favorite Part About Working in Admissions: I love being able to work with Spanish speaking or first generation Latine students navigate higher education.
I believe that ODU is a diverse college that offers premium opportunities to its students.
Ask for help. Use all the campus resources available to you, but also use your support system and professors when you need help.
All Hispanic and Latino recruitment events.
B.S. in Communications from ODU.
I am a dual citizen of USA and Ireland.
Place in Norfolk: Ocean View Fishing Pier (They claim it's the longest pier on the east coast).
Spot at ODU: My favorite spot-on campus is a tie between Whitehurst beach and the football stadium.
Favorite Part About Working in Admissions: I chose admissions because it gives me the opportunity to share my passion for ODU with others.
The reason I chose to come to ODU as a student was because if offered me the benefits of a large university while having the close community feel of a smaller college.
Make sure to prioritize time managment. Using downtime between classes to do your homework will make your life easier.
In-State: Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax County
Out-of-State: DE
B.S in Psychology from ODU
I’ve been on 7 cruises.
Place in Norfolk: Downtown Norfolk
Spot at ODU: My favorite spot on campus is the Webb Center. I love having good food and my friends all in one central place.
Part About Working in Admissions: Assisting prospective students with understanding college and making the process more feasible for them.
ODU provided a diverse student body that I felt was not replicated at any other VA school. ODU was also incredibly affordable.
Take charge of your journey in college and make the most out of your time as a college student.
Southside, Shenandoah, Southwest Virginia
B.S in Psychology from ODU
I’ve been on 7 cruises.
Place in Norfolk: Downtown Norfolk
Spot at ODU: My favorite spot on campus is the Webb Center. I love having good food and my friends all in one central place.
Part About Working in Admissions: Assisting prospective students with understanding college and making the process more feasible for them.
ODU provided a diverse student body that I felt was not replicated at any other VA school. ODU was also incredibly affordable.
Take charge of your journey in college and make the most out of your time as a college student.
Richmond
B.S in Psychology from ODU
I’ve been on 7 cruises.
Place in Norfolk: Downtown Norfolk
Spot at ODU: My favorite spot on campus is the Webb Center. I love having good food and my friends all in one central place.
Part About Working in Admissions: Assisting prospective students with understanding college and making the process more feasible for them.
ODU provided a diverse student body that I felt was not replicated at any other VA school. ODU was also incredibly affordable.
Take charge of your journey in college and make the most out of your time as a college student.
In-State: North Central
Out-of-State: DC
B.S. in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Studies - Tourism & Hospitality Management from ODU
I love performing, I did Musical Theater for 15 years and competitive color guard for 10 years.
Spot at ODU: S.B. Ballard Stadium at ODU (I’ve definitely spent more time in there than our football team)
Part About Working in Admissions: I love connecting with Future Monarchs and their families, I also LOVE event days!
The first time I stepped foot on campus, I truly felt like I was home. That kind of feeling is unmatched.
Enjoy every moment of your time in college! It's a special time to find your way and pave your own way in life.
Northern Neck and Tidewater:Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Hopewell, Charles City, Williamsburg, Isle of Wight, Yorktown, Norfolk, Portsmouth
B.S.B.A in Marketing, Minor in Psychology from ODU
I love to read. I read over 55 books last year!
Place in Norfolk: ODU
Spot at ODU: Kaufman Mall when the crepe myrtles are blooming
Part About Working in Admissions: Getting students excited about going to college!
After touring the campus for the first time, it felt like home away from home. I loved the campus, students, and faculty & staff. They made me feel so welcome.
Get involved, stay organized, and remember to have fun.
In-State: North Central VA
Out-of-State: DC
B.S.
I am a huge music fan! I love concerts and collecting records. I have more than 100 albums at home.
Place in Norfolk: My grandparents' house.
Spot at ODU: Monarch Way where all the food is.
Part About Working in Admissions: Answering questions from prospective students and families so our new Monarchs feel well prepared for an exciting new chapter.
ODU instantly became my home away from home the moment I set foot on campus. There is a strong sense of community and endless ways to strengthen both your academic and social life.
Push yourself to try something new every semester or every year. When you graduate, you'll want to look back and see how much you've grown as a person.
NY, NJ, PA
A.A in Liberal Arts, B.S in Human Services, M.A. in International Studies from ODU
I'm a half marathoner!
Place in Norfolk: ODU and Freemason
Spot at ODU: Whitehurst Beach at sunset
Part About Working in Admissions: Getting students excited about the college experience while supporting first-gen and Spanish-speaking students and families along the way.
As a first-generation Latina, I’ve always loved the diverse culture at ODU—both as a student and now as an employee. And as a bonus, it’s where I met my husband and my best friend!
Try everything and take full advantage of the activities and clubs on campus! Your college years will be messy at times, but they’ll also be one of the greatest experiences you’ll ever have.
In-State: Northern Virginia (as needed)
Out-of-State: MD
B.A. Psychology, B.A. Philosophy & Religion from UNC Wilmington
I took 3 years of Arabic in college (don't ask me to recall much)
Place in Norfolk: Colonial Place, Waterside/Freemason
Spot at ODU: Football Stadium
Part About Working in Admissions: Being able to connect students to a school they may not know much about and providing college information to anyone who wants it.
My wife went to ODU, you'll see her on a lot of the marketing materials and even in the admissions presentation! I moved to Norfolk while she was a senior and loved the campus.
Take some fun classes that have nothing to do with your field of study. You'll be surprised how much you learn when you take something that fascinates you.
Central VA
B.S. in Sports Management, Minor in Psychology from ODU
I love sports, and have been to 26 MLB stadiums in the country.
Place in Norfolk: ODU and Harbor Park
Spot at ODU: Chartway Arena
Part About Working in Admissions: Connecting with prospective students and answering their questions to help them prepare for college!
My parents attended ODU, and I grew up attending ODU basketball games and truly loved the campus. Also, the campus isn't too far from home,but still had lots of opportunities!
Get involved and attend as many events as possible, it's a great way to meet other students and make connections! Also, choose a major that you love because you will then enjoy going to class!
In-State: South Tidewater: Dendron, Southampton, Surry, Sussex, Wakefield, Waverly,Smithfield, Suffolk, City of Chesapeake and the Eastern Shore
Out-of-State: NC
BA in Psychology from R-MC, MSED in Student Affairs Administration from ODU
I love exploring Hampton Roads and going to local festivals and craft fairs!
Place in Norfolk: Ghent- shops, dining, and entertainment all in one place.
Spot at ODU: Kaufman Mall for people watching
Favorite Part About Working in Admissions: Helping people learn about all the great things ODU can offer them
As a student I was introduced to so many unique experiences and made such great connections to help me grow. I stayed on as a staff member to help others have that same experience!
Take advantage of everything campus and the community have to offer- you can always find "your place" here with a little effort.
BA in Sociology from ODU
Whether it is listening to an audiobook, reading fiction, or picking up a research paper, I am always reading something.
Place in Norfolk: Lambert's Point Park. It is a beautiful open park with stunning views of campus and the water.
Spot at ODU: The third floor of the Perry Library, specifically the Special Collections and University Archives
Favorite Part About Working in Admissions: Sharing my love of ODU as a former transfer with prospective students
ODU is the happy medium between a large state college and a smaller liberal arts school. You can't walk across campus without running into somebody you know, but we also have so many majors to choose from with a diverse class catalog. It's the best of both worlds!
ODU is home to such a diverse group of people, so always keep an open mind! There are so many people to meet and so much to learn.
BS in Human Services from ODU
I love traveling, and Japan has been my favorite place to visit so far!
Place in Norfolk: Downtown Norfolk
Spot at ODU: The ODU Theater
Favorite Part About Working in Admissions: I love being able to help prospective students start their new journey in higher education.
When I came across ODU as a prospective transfer student at the time, it closely aligned with many of my personal and academic goals. Now, I have the opportunity to work at ODU and help other transfer students succeed in achieving their goals!
ODU has many resources and opportunities for students to help set them on the right path. Be sure to use them during your journey throughout ODU.
BS in Marketing
I was born in Bermuda and love all kinds of Island & Beach Music!
Place in Norfolk: Patriot's Point and ODU.
Spot at ODU: The Planetarium!
Favorite Part About Working in Admissions: Learning about our students dreams and helping to make them a reality.
Why not! ODU offers the educational challenges and career outcomes most students want!
Be prepared, Be timely, Be accurate, Be honest.
Virginia and Beyond!