ODU through the years

  • 1930's

    1930's
    The 1930's were the beginnings for Old Dominion University.
  • Graduation 1969

    Graduation 1969
    Graduation has been an evolving tradition on campus. Students proceed from graduation during the 1969 ceremony.
  • Storms rock the 70's

    Storms rock the 70's
    A storm in the 70's left severe damge to the campus during the 1970's
  • Campus expansion

    Campus expansion
    The campus expands on a regular basis, as seen from this arial image of campus during the 70's
  • Big Blue

    Big Blue
    Big Blue, Old Dominion's mascot, has been an ever chanfging figure on campus. shown here during the 1980's.
  • Webb Center

    Webb Center
    Webb Center, the center of student life on campus, was named after Lewis Webb.
  • Mace & Crown

    Mace & Crown
    The Mace & Crown, is the university's official student newspaper. Seen here during the 1980's, the offices have been located within Webb Center
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    1980's

  • 1990's

    1990's
  • Community service

    Community service
    The school has long been involved in many community service activities. Students work on a food drive during the 1990's
  • Coffee with the coaches

    Coffee with the coaches
    Athletics have long been a part of ODU's history, and the coaches are a big part of the system.
  • 9/11 Memorial

    9/11 Memorial
    9/11/2001 was an important date for many people. This memorial service was held on campus to commerorate those who died.