ODU School of Public Service

We are excited to release the call for proposals for the joint SECOPA-NECOPA Conference! Hosted by the ODU School of Public Service, the conference will take place from September 17-19, 2026 in Norfolk, VA.

Read the CFP and submit your proposals at www.secopa2026.com or www.necopa2026.com

Join the ODU School of Public Service and the FGV EAESP on March 5th for its research colloquium! To join in the fun and conversation, register at:

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A new study by Kaelan Boyd, a Ph.D. candidate in the @spsodu.bsky.social, examines the social equity of municipal decisions that were made using priority-based budgeting. The study appears in @journalpa.bsky.social.

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Public Administration Research Colloquium, sponsored by FGV EAESP and the ODU School of Public Service

The public administration research colloquium held by the ODU School of Public Service and the FGV Brazil EAESP will take place on March 5th and May 7th! To join in the fun and conversation, register at:

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“Her experience gives her firsthand insight into how we can build a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Virginia for every family.” – Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger

Dr. Moon earned her Ph.D. in Public Administration & Policy from the School of Public Service at Old Dominion University and continues to advance opportunity, equity, and inclusion for communities across the Commonwealth.

A proud ODU alumna, Dr. Moon brings over 20 years of leadership experience across government, education, and nonprofit sectors. She previously served as Chief Diversity Officer of the U.S. House of Representatives and has led impactful initiatives at Girl Scouts USA .

The School of Public Service is proud to celebrate Sesha Joi Moon, PhD , who has been appointed by Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger as Virginia’s next Chief Diversity Officer and Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year and a wonderful 2026!

From all of us at the ODU School of Public Service, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season!

As we look back on a year of dedication to our community, we are grateful for your support. May your holidays be filled with peace, rest, and happiness.

The January 9th forum will focus on site-specific resilience plans, strategies, and projects from Isle of Wight County to the City of Virginia Beach.

Registration is free. We hope to see you there!

The Forum brings together government staff, scientific experts, private sector engineers, NGOs representatives, and other stakeholders to facilitate information exchange and share best practices for regional resilience planning for site-level adaptation and flood mitigation.

The ODU School of Public Service is working with The Institute for Coastal Adaptation & Resilience and the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission to organize the next Hampton Roads Adaptation Forum. The forum is on January 9, 2026.

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Don't forget to join in for today's research colloquium held by the ODU School of Public Service and the Fundação Getulio Vargas EAESP! To join in the fun and conversation, register at:

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We are proud to introduce Dr. Sarah Espinosa!

Stay connected, stay informed, and don’t miss a moment!

Visit our calendar to see what’s coming up and join us as we learn, lead, and serve together:

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Check out the full story — and learn how School of Public Service is working with real communities to adapt, prepare, and build a stronger tomorrow.

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From helping lead the Institute for Coastal Adaptation and Resilience (ICAR) to developing community-driven tools for flood mitigation and long-term planning, Dr. Yusuf and our faculty are committed to keeping Hampton Roads resilient, sustainable, and ready for the future.

Her interdisciplinary approach — bridging environmental science, planning, engineering and public policy — helps bring real solutions to the places that need them most.

Wie Yusuf, Ph.D., Pursues Paths to Coastal Resilience While Building Community By Joy Vann  With shorelines shaped by the winds and tides of the Chesapeake Bay and the Elizabeth River, Old Dominion University is uniquely situated to tell a story of transformation and…

At the ODU School of Public Service, we believe research is for the communities who call the coast home. That’s why we’re so proud of one of our very own, Wie Yusuf, Ph.D., whose work connects science, policy, and community in the face of rising seas and changing tides.

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Passionate about public service and community impact, Antrena continues to champion initiatives that reduce barriers to employment and support the economic stability of families.

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She serves as the SNAP Employment & Training Program Coordinator with the Petersburg Department of Social Services. In this role, she leads strategic initiatives to empower SNAP participants through education, skills training, and meaningful employment opportunities.

Have you met Antrena Hendricks? Antrena is a MPA student here in the School of Public Service.

From our families to yours, we wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving!

The ODU School of Public Service is hiring a Visiting Assistant Professor in Public Service!

Learn more and apply online at:
jobs.odu.edu/postings/24846

The next public administration research colloquium held by the ODU School of Public Service and the FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas, FGV EAESP will take place on December 5th! To join in the fun and conversation, register at:

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We are proud to introduce Dr. Mark Bateman!

We are proud to introduce Dr. Austin Kaiser!

Stay tuned for the calls for proposals and for more details — this is one you won’t want to miss!

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Get ready for an unforgettable event bringing together public administration scholars, practitioners, and students from across the eastern U.S. to share ideas, spark collaborations, and shape the future of public service.