A Scholarship Opportunity for Talented, Diverse Students Advancing the Mission of ODU
The Pathway Retention Award (PRA) was established by The Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity to promote the persistence/matriculation of diverse students attending Old Dominion University (ODU). This award seeks to recognize the value that diverse students bring to the university, including students from underrepresented backgrounds that are traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
Submissions made during this academic year will be awarded for the next academic year. The distribution of the Award seeks to support students in their pursuit of academic excellence. Award recipients may receive:
- a specified Meal Plan, which is an extension of the on-campus dining meal plan, eligible in select on-campus retail food service establishments (i.e. ODU Food Court, Starbucks, etc.)
- AND/OR a specified ODU Bookstore Award
Pathway Retention Award Update
Please note that we are not accepting submission for the Pathway Retention Award this year. We are taking this time to refine the initiative to ensure it continues to support student success effectively. The Pathway Retention Award will resume in the Fall 2025 semester, and we look forward to reintroducing this opportunity to recognize outstanding efforts in student retention. Thank you for your understanding and continued dedication to student achievement.
2023-2024 Award Presentation
Taaron Albergottie, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Florenda Amponsaa, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Xavier Bervine, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Blaizen Bloom, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Brett Darlington, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Breoyna Williams, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Taaron Albergottie, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Florenda Amponsaa, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Xavier Bervine, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Blaizen Bloom, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Brett Darlington, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
Breoyna Williams, center, accepts the 2023 Pathway Retention Award.
In a combined ceremony honoring the Pathway Retention and Diversity Champion Award recipients, 7 students received the Meal Plan and/or Bookstore Award. The event was held April 19th and hosted by the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. Remarks were provided by September Sanderlin, VP for Human Resources, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; Dr. Veleka Gatling, AVP for Diversity and Inclusive Excellence; and John Wiley, Assistant for Diversity Initiatives. Students of diverse talents and abilities who are prepared to use their knowledge and experience to advance the ODU campus community towards a culture of inclusive excellence are encouraged to apply. 2024-25 submissions will be accepted at a later date."
Questions?
If you have questions concerning the Pathway Retention Award, please contact:
John Wiley
Assistant for Diversity Initiatives
Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity
Old Dominion University
4111 Monarch Way, Suite 106
Norfolk, VA 23508
Office: 757-683-3141
Fax: 757-683-5844