ODU’s Centennial Engineering and Arts Hub | Virginia Beach News

Old Dominion University is set to unveil its most ambitious project yet: a $250 million, 140,000-square-foot Engineering and Arts building, poised to become the centennial centerpiece of the school’s 100th anniversary. Approved by Governor Abigail Spanberger, the facility will house cutting-edge robotics labs, maker spaces, and creative studios—blending technical innovation with artistic expression. President Brian O. Hemphill calls it a “powerhouse” for Virginia’s workforce, while Board of Visitors Rector Murry Pitts notes it’s the university’s largest capital investment ever. Construction will finish by 2030, positioning ODU as a future-focused hub for interdisciplinary research and education. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dfb6ca3b293e6a47