Black InitiativesAcademic Success
The Office of Intercultural Relations Black Initiatives supports students and facilitates the successful college experience through personalized and targeted services that aid in student retention and academic success.

Academic Support
OIR encourages and directs students to use academic resources that help students achieve academic success.

Peer-to-Peer Study Sessions
Group study sessions are strategically scheduled for students during exam periods and throughout the year.

Mentoring & Coaching
Mentoring provides students with an inside look at academic expectations as well as priority access to specialized programs and services. Students can interact with other students, participate in engagement activities, and speak with faculty/staff who are invested in their success.

Library Resources
The Patricia W. and J. Douglas Perry Library, the F. Ludwig Diehn Composers Room, and the Elise N. Hofheimer Art Library are all part of the Old Dominion University Libraries. Through people, collections, and spaces, they aim to improve the academic, research, and learning experiences of the University community.