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Perceiving the World through New Perspectives: Students’ Insights on Study Abroad

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As students attending Old Dominion University, we have access to limitless study abroad programs. With over 150 varying places offered, ranging from Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, the Americas and more, each destination has its own story to tell and unique art to show, awaiting your listening ears and eager eyes. Often, as busy...

Student Government To Maintain Lt. Col. Shah Memorial For Remainder of Semester

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Following the Mar. 12 shooting at Constant Hall, ODU students painted a memorial and tribute to Lt. Col. Brandon Shah onto the campus’ Dominion Rock. The commemoration has remained for over a month, and on Apr. 27, the Student Government Association announced the suspension of reservations to paint the spirit rock for the rest of...

Constellations: ODURep’s Latest Play Intertwines Love, Loss, and Human Connection

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Constellations, a play written by Nick Payne, was performed the weekend of Apr. 9-12 at the Goode Theatre on ODU’s campus. The play was directed by Melissa Mowry, with Leila Bryant as assistant director, and it wasn’t your average play: it featured two separate casts on two separate nights.   Though the play only has...

‘No Kings’ Protest Drew Thousands Ahead of Big Elections

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On Mar. 28, over 8 million people across the country took part in protests known as ‘No Kings.’ a movement that was launched to push back against what organizers and participants see as the current administration’s growing overreach. At these events, people listened to speakers, then marched, chanted, and held signs criticizing President Donald Trump...

How the 2026 Juried Student Exhibition Readies Aspiring Artists

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The annual Juried Student Exhibition that is held at the Baron and Ellin Gordon Art Galleries had their opening reception on Thursday, Apr. 2. ODU students adept in all art forms can submit their pieces to be carefully judged and selected for the exhibition.   The idea behind this exhibition is to help aspiring student...

Bold, Artistic, Innovative: The Dance of the Year

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Old Dominion University is showcasing a lively dance concert at the University Theatre filled with unforgettable memories, artistic movement and beautiful diversity. With shows from April 15 to 17 at 7:30 p.m. and April 18 at both 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., this performance will be one to remember. With spring on the rise, it...

President Hemphill Updates ODU Students on Independent Security Review

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On Apr. 6, ODU President Brian Hemphill sent out an update on the independent review of campus safety and security following the Mar. 12 shooting.   A team from the Cooley law firm, led by Rebekah Donaleski and Michael Sheetz, will be conducting this review, according to the email sent out to all students, which...

Weeks After Deadly Shooting, Tensions Around the ODU Campus Persist

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On the morning of Mar. 12, ODU issued an urgent alert reporting an active shooter threat at Constant Hall, instructing students to follow run-hide-fight protocols. Flocks of students were seen running away from the Webb Center and Constant Hall, warning others not to go in that direction.   By the end of the day, it...

The Barry Art Museum Helps Community Healing Through Art

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The first week back to school after the shooting that took place on March 12 which claimed the life of professor Lt. Col. Brandon A. Shah brought about many distressing feelings for students. As a way to bring the community together, the Barry Art Museum had a tabling event that allowed students to paint rocks...

Old Dominion Baseball Falls Short to William & Mary, 6-3

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In courtesy of a late surge that included three runs within the last four innings, William & Mary baseball overcame Old Dominion 6-3 at the Ellmer Family Baseball Complex on Tuesday afternoon. ODU entered competition at an even 11-11 overall record and 2-4 Sun Belt Conference record after going 1-2 against App State at home...

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