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

Old Dominion University is building its most ambitious facility yet—a $250 million Engineering and Arts complex set to open in 2030 as its centennial gift. Spanning 140,000 square feet across three floors, the state-funded project will house robotics labs, maker spaces, design studios, and exhibition areas, blending tech and creativity to fuel innovation. Designed by VMDO Architects, it’s the largest capital investment in ODU’s history—symbolizing bold growth even as the university navigates recent turmoil, including a campus shooting and a faculty senate vote of no confidence over leadership decisions. 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/d38073e6b81a0ab5