In the College of Sciences, our ODU faculty is comprised of a diverse community of outstanding scholars, collectively committed to advancing excellence in research, teaching around the globe. Our staff is well-versed in the inner workings of campus life and passionate about helping Monarchs have positive university experiences by connecting them with the information and support needed to succeed.
CoS faculty and staff pursue continuous personal and professional development by engaging in leadership and mentoring opportunities in all ranks at ODU and collaboratively play a critical role in the overall success of our students.
Serving and helping Monarchs find their place among the pride is one of our top priorities in the CoS. We actively seek to nurture talent, communicate effectively, honor diversity, and cultivate opportunities for our students.
ODU College of Sciences 2024-2029 Strategic Plan
The Old Dominion University College of Sciences presents our 2024-2029 Strategic Plan along with the 2024 implementation plan for each goal. It represents our vision, mission and goals in the CoS to to support the mission and vision of Old Dominion University.
Faculty Diversity & Inclusion
Supporting the Recruitment, Retention and Development of Diverse Faculty in the College of Sciences
Recognition
It's important to recognize achievements both big and small. Visit our Faculty Awards page for detailed application requirements for funding proposals and how to nominate a College of Sciences faculty or staff member for an award.
Monday Matters
- Jan. 8 - Cheng Award for Innovative Research
- Jan. 15 - CoS Awards Call for Nominations
- Jan. 22 - Research Collaboration with Arts and Letters
- Jan. 29 - CoS Undergraduate Student Success Commission and AI Integration
- Feb. 5 - Research Mentoring; News from Graduate Affairs
- Feb. 12 - CoS Strategic Plan
- Feb. 19 - CoS Undergraduate Research Program
- Feb. 26 - Counseling Services
- March 4 - VSSEF Judges; Master Plan Forum, Grad Week
- March 11 - AI Integration Update and Recommendation (Google Gemini)
- December 19, 2022: Enjoy Your Break
- December 12, 2022: Funding from Foundations
- December 5, 2022: CoS Holiday Party
- November 28, 2022: Graduate Student RA & TA Stipends
- November 21, 2022: Faculty Workload
- November 7, 2022: Website Redesign & Migration
- October 31, 2022: Opportunity Networking Event
- October 24, 2022: University Strategic Plan
- October 17, 2022: IT Edition
- October 13, 2022: R1 Status
- October 10, 2022: Threat Assessment
- September 26, 2022: Career Development Services
- September 19, 2022: Student Engagement
- September 12, 2022: Science Tutoring Centers
- August 29, 2022: Engagement
- August 25, 2022: Welcome Back Lunch
- May 9, 2022: Faculty Above and Beyond Award
- May 2, 2022: COS Undergraduate Research Program
- April 25, 2022: University Award Winners
- April 18, 2022: Student Success Initiatives in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
- April 11, 2022: Congratulations to College of Sciences Award Winners!
- April 4, 2022: Innovative Research Award Winners
- March 28, 2022: Sonenshine Endowed Lecture Series on March 31st
- March 14, 2022: Welcome Don Solomon, COS Machinist
- February 28, 2022: Judges needed for the VSSEF on April 9
- February 21, 2022: Data Science Bootcamp, Summer 2022
- February 14, 2022: ODU Website Updates & Redesign
- February 7, 2022: ODUonline Task Force Date
- January 24, 2022: College of Sciences Awards
- January 18, 2022: Research Funding Available from the College of Sciences
- January 10, 2022: Undergrad Research
- December 20, 2021: ODU Moved Up to R1 Status
- December 13, 2021: Happy Holidays
- December 6, 2021: College of Sciences Holiday Party Thursday
- November 29, 2021: Financial Support for ODU Students & Programs
- November 15, 2021: Awards
- November 8, 2021: ODU Maritime Initiative
- November 1, 2021: Opportunity Networking Event
- October 25, 2021: Program Prioritization Final Report
- October 18, 2021: Data Science Initiatives
- October 11, 2021: Events this week
- October 4, 2021: Graduate Studies
- September 27, 2021: IT Edition
- September 20, 2021: Town hall on Thursday
- September 13, 2021: Research Resources
- August 30, 2021: Student Resources
- August 23, 2021: MSRC and communication with students
- August 16, 2021: Counseling Services
- August 9, 2021: Above and Beyond Award - Raul Briceno
- August 2, 2021: College welcome event for new faculty; President Hemphill will be attending
- April 26, 2021: New Chemistry Building Dedication
- April 12, 2021: REYES Help needed for Summer 2021
- April 5, 2021: Planning for Fall 2021
- March 29, 2021: Seeking Associate Dean Applicants
- March 22, 2021: Student Success
- March 15, 2021: Research Restart
- March 8, 2021: Career Development Services in the Sciences
- March 1, 2021: Upcoming Day of Giving
- February 22, 2021: Undergraduate Research
- February 15, 2021: Resumption of face-to-face instruction
- February 8, 2021: Brooks Crossing Innovation Lab
- February 1, 2021: Counseling Services for Students
- January 25, 2021: Welcome to Spring 2021
- November 30, 2020: IT Resources
- November 23, 2020: Career Development Services
- November 16, 2020: Thank You!
- November 9, 2020: Graduate Student Success
- October 26, 2020: Teaching During the Pandemic
- October 19, 2020: Teaching during the Pandemic
- October 12, 2020: Faculty Diversity
- October 5, 2020: Research
- September 28, 2020: Development
- September 14, 2020: Communication is Key
- August 31, 2020: The Year Ahead
- August 24, 2020: REYES
- August 17, 2020: Returning to Campus Safely
- August 10, 2020: Announcement of Above and Beyond Faculty Awards