Shaping Our Path
ODU Vision
Together, we will be a forward-focused public research university that is both innovative and entrepreneurial in propelling Old Dominion University to national and international prominence.
ODU Mission
Old Dominion University( ODU) is a preeminent public research university located in Coastal Virginia. Our world-class faculty fosters dynamic oncampus and global online learning for undergraduate and graduate students that enriches their lives, promotes insightful and perceptive leadership, and motivates the pursuit of excellence in dedicated fields and professions. We collaborate with strategic partners to address challenges and propose solutions that impact the economy, environment, health and wellness, and social justice. In pursuit of equity and inclusion, ODU provides opportunities for educational, artistic, and professional growth to our diverse Monarch community.
ODU Values
• Accessibility
• Collaboration
• Excellence
• Inclusion
• Innovation
• Respect
• Global Engagement
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