Before they hit the books, new students had some outdoor fun at the annual President's Picnic held during orientation. It's a way for students to meet their faculty members in a relaxed environment.

Summer scholar Brittany Crawford, an ODU senior who wants to be a clinical psychologist, explained her research poster to Joy Wu, PhD, Assistant Professor in the School of Health Professions. Ms. Crawford's poster explored "Physician Assistant Student Perceptions and Interpretations of Prescription Drug Abuse in the United States, and implications for Curriculum Change."

In an August ceremony at Harrison Opera House, students in the MD class of 2019 received their short white coats and learned what they symbolize. The yearly tradition represents the students' official entry in the medical profession.

In an August ceremony at Harrison Opera House, students in the MD class of 2019 received their short white coats and learned what they symbolize. The yearly tradition represents the students' official entry in the medical profession.