Emergency student aid is available for unforeseen circumstances including Big Blue's Closet, meal and book vouchers, internet service, and more.
| Type of Aid | Description | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Monarch Food Pantry | Provides free food resources to currently enrolled students experiencing food insecurity. Offers nonperishable items and supplemental groceries to support student well-being. | Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Location: 1541 Webb Student Center | pantry@odu.edu | Monarch Food Pantry |
| Monarch Clothing Closet | Offers free access to gently used clothing, including professional attire, casual wear, shoes, and accessories to support academic, professional, and personal needs. | Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Location: Visual Arts Building, Room 1007 | pantry@odu.edu | Monarch Clothing Closet |
| Affordable Internet Service | Lifeline is an FCC program that helps make communications services more affordable for low-income consumers by providing a discount on qualifying phone, internet, or bundled service from participating providers. | To apply online, use the | 1-800-234-9473 | LifelineSupport@usac.org |
| Meal Vouchers | Provides short-term meal assistance for students experiencing immediate food insecurity or financial hardship. |
Contact Dean of Students: 757-683-3442 | oducares@odu.edu |
| Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | Federal nutrition assistance program that helps eligible students purchase groceries. ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ provides guidance and support for application and eligibility. | Monarch Food Pantry | pantry@odu.edu |
| Technology Loan Program | ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Learning Commons at Perry Library offers 7-day laptop, iPad, webcam, and other technology loans. |
Contact Learning Commons at Perry Library: 757-683-4178 | Learningcommons@odu.edu | |
| Housing Crisis Support | Assists students experiencing housing insecurity by connecting them to emergency housing resources and support services. | Regional Hotline: 757-587-4202 |
| Campus Resource | Description | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Dean of Students (DOS) | Central support hub for academic, personal, or administrative challenges; assists with absences, emergency grants, and referrals | 757-683-3442 | oducares@odu.edu | Dean of Students |
| Counseling Services | Mental health support for stress, anxiety, depression, crisis situations, and 24/7 crisis line access | 757-683-4401 | Option 2 to access the 24/7 crisis line and connect to a crisis counselor for urgent mental health needs | Office of Counseling Services |
| Student Health Services | Medical care for illness, injury, urgent care, and general health needs | 757-683-3132 | Student Health Services |
| Academic Success Center | Tutoring, academic coaching, workshops, and advising support | 757-683-3699 | advisor@odu.edu | Academic Student Success |
| Office of Educational Accessibility | Accommodations for students with physical, mental, or sensory conditions | 757-683-4655 | Office of Educational Accessibility |
| Military Connection Center | Support for military-affiliated students, including coaching and study spaces | 757-683-4805 | Military Connection Center |
| ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Police Department | Emergency response and campus safety support | Emergency: 911 / 757-683-4000 | Non-emergency: 757-683-5665 | Police Department |
| Women’s & Gender Equity Center | Support for sexual misconduct, relationship violence, and LGBTQIA+ resources | 757-683-4109 | wgec@odu.edu | Women's & Gender Equity Center |
| Title IX Office | Reports and support for sexual harassment, assault, and discrimination | 757-683-3141 | titleixcoordinator@odu.edu | Talent Management & Culture |
| Student Accountability & Academic Integrity | Handles violations of student conduct and academic integrity policies | 757-683-3431 | Student Accountability & Academic Integrity |
| Office of Intercultural Relations | Cultural engagement, inclusion, and diversity support | 757-683-4406 | Office of Intercultural Relations |
| University Chaplain’s Association | Spiritual support and guidance | 540-908-8747 | |
| Threat Assessment Team | Evaluates and manages potential campus safety threats | 757-683-5798 | Threat Assessment Team |
| Student Financial Aid | Financial aid, scholarships, and funding assistance | 757-683-3683 | Financial Aid |
| Housing & Residence Life | On-campus housing support and residential services | 757-683-4283 | Housing & Residence Life |