ODU Darden College of Education and Professional Studies

Behind every walk across the stage is a story years in the making. 💙

Congratulations, Monarchs. The future is brighter because of you. 👑🦁🎓

As they lined up to take the stage at yesterday's advanced degree ceremony, we asked our grads, "what does life look like for you after graduation?"

Congratulations to the class of 2026 - we can't wait to see what you do next. 🎓🦁👑

How has ODU impacted Israel Estrada, recipient of the Academic Excellence Award in Park and Recreation Management?

How has Jeri Brown, recipient of the Alan Mandell Endowed Award in Instructional Design and Technology, spent her time at ODU?

How has Le’Karriah Davis, recipient of the Rachel E. Service Award in Sport Management, spent her time at ODU?

How has ODU impacted Michael Hurt, recipient of the Outstanding Industrial Technology Award?

What makes Clinton Donnell Hill Jr., recipient of the Academic Excellence Award in Tourism and Hospitality Management, happy?