ODU Graduate School

ODU Graduate School The Graduate School serves as an advocate for graduate education at Old Dominion University. Cont

The Graduate School serves as an advocate for graduate education at Old Dominion University, and collaborates with the college deans, graduate program directors, and the faculty to ensure excellence in all of our graduate programs. In addition to the many services and resources that are available to graduate students, this school's website includes links to all of our graduate degree programs and the names and contact information of the faculty who serve as graduate program directors.

September, you’ve been fun… but you can take a few things with you on the way out. 👋Comparing our progress. Saying yes t...
09/25/2026

September, you’ve been fun… but you can take a few things with you on the way out. 👋

Comparing our progress. Saying yes to everything. Feeling guilty for resting. Waiting until Sunday night. BYE. 💙

What are you leaving behind before we head into October?

🎓 Graduating soon?There’s a lot to keep track of as you get ready to cross the finish line, and the Graduate Student Gra...
09/25/2026

🎓 Graduating soon?

There’s a lot to keep track of as you get ready to cross the finish line, and the Graduate Student Graduation Checklist is here to help.

From key graduation steps to thesis and dissertation resources, ProQuest deadlines, and planning guidance, it’s a great place to make sure you’re on track.

🔗 Visit https://www.odu.edu/graduateschool/graduation-checklist to view the full checklist.

Finish strong, Grad Monarchs! 💙

And the award goes to… 🏆🎓From surviving on 57 open tabs to convincing ourselves that “next week will be calmer,” grad st...
09/25/2026

And the award goes to… 🏆🎓

From surviving on 57 open tabs to convincing ourselves that “next week will be calmer,” grad students deserve a little recognition.

What are YOU accepting an award for this semester? 🎤

Consider this your reminder that grad school doesn’t have to mean putting the rest of your life on hold. 💙Take the break...
09/24/2026

Consider this your reminder that grad school doesn’t have to mean putting the rest of your life on hold. 💙

Take the break. Ask for help. Set the boundary. Celebrate the little wins. You’re allowed to be a person AND a grad student. 👑

Grad students, what red flag are you guilty of? 👀
09/24/2026

Grad students, what red flag are you guilty of? 👀

Sometimes a little delusion is necessary for academic success. 😌📚Which one are you currently choosing to believe? And be...
09/23/2026

Sometimes a little delusion is necessary for academic success. 😌📚

Which one are you currently choosing to believe? And be honest — we already know it’s “next week will be less busy.” 👀

Quick midweek check: are your shoulders currently touching your ears? 👀Take a second to unclench, reset and give your ey...
09/23/2026

Quick midweek check: are your shoulders currently touching your ears? 👀

Take a second to unclench, reset and give your eyes a break from the screen. Then carry on, Monarchs. 💙

Waiting to feel motivated? Try starting instead. ⏰ Give that assignment just 10 minutes of your attention — you might be...
09/22/2026

Waiting to feel motivated? Try starting instead. ⏰ Give that assignment just 10 minutes of your attention — you might be surprised how much easier it is to keep going once you’ve begun. 💙

Nothing says ODU like a little Ice Cream & Cake 🍦💙 Happy National Ice Cream Cone Day, Monarchs! Consider this your sign ...
09/22/2026

Nothing says ODU like a little Ice Cream & Cake 🍦💙 Happy National Ice Cream Cone Day, Monarchs! Consider this your sign to take a study break and grab a Norfolk classic.

What’s your go-to Ice Cream & Cake order? 👀

Take a moment to slow down, reset, and recharge. 🧘✨ Join us for Meditation & Mindfulness on select Tuesdays in the Gradu...
09/22/2026

Take a moment to slow down, reset, and recharge. 🧘✨ Join us for Meditation & Mindfulness on select Tuesdays in the Graduate Student Commons from 12:30–1:20 p.m. Bring a yoga mat if you’d like to participate, and help us keep the space peaceful and mindful. 💙

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Norfolk, VA
23508

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Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
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