Getting involved in student organizations and clubs is a great way to meet new people, pursue your interests, and experience diverse cultures!
Anime Club ►
The ODU Anime Club was formed in 2001 to serve the needs of nerds on campus. Its members share a variety of interests, including (but not limited to) anime, video games, role-playing, tabletop gaming, and cosplaying. It meets in Webb Center every Thursday from 6pm to 10pm. When it is not meeting, many of the members relax in the Lion's Den in the front of the Webb Center.
Chinese Culture & Language Club ►
The Chinese Culture & Language Club is a great way for ODU students interact. We help students know more about Chinese culture and provide language help, while helping international students from China explore America and practice their English.
Filipino American Student Association ►
To honor and preserve our traditional cultural values, exemplify academic integrity and success, create opportunities for future endeavors, strengthen relationships with the local community, demonstrate a positive example to the youth, encourage a sense of family and unity through mentorship, and allow discovery and growth of Filipino identity in the contemporary American setting.
French Club ►
The French Club at Old Dominion University is meant to share and further the appreciation of the French language and francophone culture through various activities and events. This club is perfect for students who would like extra practice speaking French, or for anyone interested in French language and culture.
Global Monarch Club ►
The Global Monarch Club (GMC) connects globally and engages locally to create an inclusive community and promote diversity & intercultural understanding within the ODU community through a Global Mentorship mentorship program and buddy system.
Japanese & American Student Association ►
Welcome everyone to the new and improved Nichi Bei Kai, now known as JASA! The mission of JASA is to unite students and faculty as a Japanese and American intercultural education group. Our goal is to provide information, programs, and activities for its members. These programs will include discussion of topics related Japan-US relations, culture, and language, as well as other activities aimed at promoting good relations between ODU students with interest in Japan, its culture, etc.
Latino Student Alliance ►
The Latino Student Alliance at Old Dominion (LSA) is a multi-ethnic organization dedicated to educating and unifying students of all races at Old Dominion University while understanding, appreciating, and connecting with the Hispanic ethnicity. Though membership is not limited to anyone, students who find LSA most beneficial are international and Spanish language students, those interested in Hispanic cultures (dialects, dances, foods, traditions), individuals seeking cross-cultural experiences, and people seeking fellowship or on/off-campus diversions. We provide voluntary services to the ODU and Tidewater communities while generating an apprehension of the Hispanic ethnicity through every event, service provided, and educational program offered.
Martial Arts Club ►
The aim of the club is to teach traditional Martial Arts (Aikido, Judo, Karate) in a safe and disciplined environment.
¡Wepa! (Latin dance group) ►
Wepa is a Latin cultural based dance team that promotes the art of Hispanic culture. Wepa strives to bring the passion of Latin music through dances such as Bachata, Merengue, and Salsa, by performing and hosting workshops for the ODU community.
Anime Club ►
The ODU Anime Club was formed in 2001 to serve the needs of nerds on campus. Its members share a variety of interests, including (but not limited to) anime, video games, role-playing, tabletop gaming, and cosplaying. It meets in Webb Center every Thursday from 6pm to 10pm. When it is not meeting, many of the members relax in the Lion's Den in the front of the Webb Center.
Chinese Culture & Language Club ►
The Chinese Culture & Language Club is a great way for ODU students interact. We help students know more about Chinese culture and provide language help, while helping international students from China explore America and practice their English.
Filipino American Student Association ►
To honor and preserve our traditional cultural values, exemplify academic integrity and success, create opportunities for future endeavors, strengthen relationships with the local community, demonstrate a positive example to the youth, encourage a sense of family and unity through mentorship, and allow discovery and growth of Filipino identity in the contemporary American setting.
French Club ►
The French Club at Old Dominion University is meant to share and further the appreciation of the French language and francophone culture through various activities and events. This club is perfect for students who would like extra practice speaking French, or for anyone interested in French language and culture.
Global Monarch Club ►
The Global Monarch Club (GMC) connects globally and engages locally to create an inclusive community and promote diversity & intercultural understanding within the ODU community through a Global Mentorship mentorship program and buddy system.
Japanese & American Student Association ►
Welcome everyone to the new and improved Nichi Bei Kai, now known as JASA! The mission of JASA is to unite students and faculty as a Japanese and American intercultural education group. Our goal is to provide information, programs, and activities for its members. These programs will include discussion of topics related Japan-US relations, culture, and language, as well as other activities aimed at promoting good relations between ODU students with interest in Japan, its culture, etc.
Latino Student Alliance ►
The Latino Student Alliance at Old Dominion (LSA) is a multi-ethnic organization dedicated to educating and unifying students of all races at Old Dominion University while understanding, appreciating, and connecting with the Hispanic ethnicity. Though membership is not limited to anyone, students who find LSA most beneficial are international and Spanish language students, those interested in Hispanic cultures (dialects, dances, foods, traditions), individuals seeking cross-cultural experiences, and people seeking fellowship or on/off-campus diversions. We provide voluntary services to the ODU and Tidewater communities while generating an apprehension of the Hispanic ethnicity through every event, service provided, and educational program offered.
Martial Arts Club ►
The aim of the club is to teach traditional Martial Arts (Aikido, Judo, Karate) in a safe and disciplined environment.
¡Wepa! (Latin dance group) ►
Wepa is a Latin cultural based dance team that promotes the art of Hispanic culture. Wepa strives to bring the passion of Latin music through dances such as Bachata, Merengue, and Salsa, by performing and hosting workshops for the ODU community.