Living Safely
At Old Dominion University, your safety and security is our highest priority. We encourage students, faculty and staff to partner with the us and utilize our provided services, initiatives and training opportunities. Together, we can navigate safely through working, living and studying successfully at ODU and in Norfolk, VA.
Check out our safety-related services and programs below. For more information about safety measures at Old Dominion, visit the ODU Police Department website.
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Programs & Services
Services
The ODU Police Department offers a variety of services and programs to serve the campus community.
Fire Prevention
ODU is committed to fire prevention- using safety education, training initiatives, and proactive polices to keep campus smoke-free and safe.
T.E.A.M.
Report concerning behaviors to TEAM- ODU's Threat Education Assessment & Management Team
Women & Gender Equity Center
The Women & Gender Equity Center at ODU strives to create a world that is free of gender bias and help students achieve their full potential.
Safe Space
The Safe Space Training Program provides education advocacy and awareness to reduce homophobia/transphobia and heterosexism on campus.
SAFE RIDE
SAFE RIDE provides a safe and secure alternative to walking around campus at night.
LiveSafe App
LiveSafe is a free mobile app to enhance the personal safety of the ODU community. Get alerts, partner with friends, connect with police, and more!