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The TACA Diaspora Dance Ensemble opened and closed at the commencement ceremony honoring the establishment of African Diaspora Heritage Month.
Virginia Becomes First State to Establish September as African Diaspora Heritage Month
Photo courtesy of ODU Transportation and Parking Services.
Peanut Butter for Parking Gives Back to the Community
Norfolk Approves Amendment to Change Operating Hours for Bars, Clubs
Norfolk Approves Amendment to Change Operating Hours for Bars, Clubs
ODUs Darden College of Education building. Photo credit to Old Dominion University History Wiki.
ODU “Had a Plan” to Reverse Tuition Increase. Students are Still Paying the Hike.
Roe v. Wade: What Now, will be held on Sept. 28 in the Newport News Room from 5-7 P.M. All students, friends and family are welcome to attend (Flyer Designed by Mason Kennedy).
Roe v. Wade: What Now?
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A Look Back on Cryptocurrency
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Session: Skate Sim is a True Skate Game
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Making Sense of the TikTok “Data Breach”
The American Dream
Photo credit to Ron Holder.
On the Horizon of a Brand New Frontier
Redshirt Sophomore RB Keshawn Wicks goes head on with two Red Wolve defenders on the run
ODU Squeezes by Arkansas State 29-26 & Gain First Win in Sun Belt Conference
The Lady Monarchs celebrate after securing a set victory
Lady Monarchs Open Sun Belt Play With a Series Victory Over Marshall
Freshman Gerren Tomlin and redshirt junior Hailey Duncan go up to block the ND hit.
Lady Monarchs Win One of Three in Quest for the Crown Tournament
Junior forward Yuliia Khrystiuk moves the ball downfield in the match against Virginia Tech.
ODU Women’s Soccer Gains their First Win of Season with Victory over Longwood 1–0
Senior forward Carla Morich makes her move past the Hokie defender
Lady Monarchs drop Home Opener to Virginia Tech 3-0
The TACA Diaspora Dance Ensemble opened and closed at the commencement ceremony honoring the establishment of African Diaspora Heritage Month.
Virginia Becomes First State to Establish September as African Diaspora Heritage Month
Stray from the Paths Euthanasia released Sept. 9, 2022 by UNFD, an independent record label based in Melbourne, Australia.
Stray from the Path’s “Euthanasia:” An Introspective Look at the Past
Scott Arceneaux Jr. and Aristos Petrou, famously known as $uicideboy$, will perform at Chartway Arena on Sept. 20, 2022 (ChartwayArena.com).
$uicideboy$ to Perform at Chartway Arena Six Months After Tyler, The Creator Cancellation
Roe v. Wade: What Now, will be held on Sept. 28 in the Newport News Room from 5-7 P.M. All students, friends and family are welcome to attend (Flyer Designed by Mason Kennedy).
Roe v. Wade: What Now?
@milesmorales_odu, who refused to give up his secret identity and identified himself as Miles Morales, says that he has spent significant time and effort making his costume as close to the reference as possible.
Spiderman and Squirrels Convene on ODU Instagram
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Benjamin Draper

Benjamin Draper, Sports Editor

Benjamin serves as the Sports Editor for Mace and Crown. He is a sophomore who majors in Communications, more specifically ‘Media Studies’ along with a minor in Sports Management. He is very excited for the opportunity of leading the sports staff at the Mace & Crown. Since he was 4 years old, Benjamin has wanted to pursue a career in sports media as a Broadcaster/Reporter. On the side, he does broadcasting/production for the ODU Esports program and is Sports Director for WODU Studios. After college, Benjamin hopes to land an opportunity in a sports media role at the professional level whether its a media outlet or sports franchise. You can reach him at [email protected]

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The Lady Monarchs celebrate after securing a set victory

Lady Monarchs Open Sun Belt Play With a Series Victory Over Marshall

September 26, 2022
ODU students and football team celebrate at midfield after the victory over Virginia Tech.

Pandemonium in Norfolk once again; ODU Defeats Hokies 20-17 in Home Opener

September 3, 2022
ODU Women’s Lacrosse Has its Sight on Gold

ODU Women’s Lacrosse Has its Sight on Gold

April 28, 2022
ODU Baseball Ready to Reign in 2022 Campaign

ODU Baseball Ready to Reign in 2022 Campaign

April 28, 2022
ODU Women’s Basketball Took the Next Stride in the 2021-2022 Season

ODU Women’s Basketball Took the Next Stride in the 2021-2022 Season

April 28, 2022
Tommy Bell #11 makes contact with the incoming pitch.

ODU Baseball Bounces Back with Decisive Victory over #8 Virginia

April 13, 2022
D.J. Mack Jr. #8 drops back in the pocket to find an open receiver.

Monarch Football Cap Off Spring with Priority Charity Bowl ODU Spring Game

April 12, 2022
#16 Jenna Peccia stands her ground in the net as the ball comes into the zone.

Last-Minute Goal Results in Lady Monarchs Defeat against Delaware 12-11

March 28, 2022
#23 Amari Young goes up for the short jumper in the Second Round matchup.

Lady Monarchs Fall to Columbia 62-59 in Second Round of WNIT Tournament

March 21, 2022
#23 Katie Mcgrain stands her ground as Niagara pushes forward with the ball.

ODU Women’s Lacrosse Earn Back-to-Back Victories over the Weekend

March 21, 2022
Charles Smith IV # 15 goes up for the 3-point shot against FIU.

Old Dominion holds off FIU 83-63, Clinch First Round Bye for C-USA Tournament

March 1, 2022
Iggy Allen #2 goes up for the mid-range jump shot

Huge Fourth Quarter Helps Marshall Get past ODU 64-48

February 19, 2022
Iggy Allen #2 gets over her defender for the tough layup.

Lady Monarchs Outlast Middle Tennessee State 58-56

February 12, 2022
Mekhi Long #0 goes up for the layup as a WKU defender guards him.

ODU Cannot Keep Pace With WKU and Fell 77-60

February 7, 2022
ODUs #22 Kalu Ezikpe powers his way up for the basket.

First Half Surge Lifts Monarchs Past Marshall 79-64

February 5, 2022
Austin Trice #23 goes up for a jump shot against Charlotte.

ODU Ends Four-Game Skid with Dominant Victory over Charlotte 68-52

February 1, 2022

The First Championship Is Always the Sweetest One

January 26, 2022
Monarch Basketball Ready to Reign on the Court

Monarch Basketball Ready to Reign on the Court

January 26, 2022
ODU Field Hockey Reigns Through 2021 Season

ODU Field Hockey Reigns Through 2021 Season

January 26, 2022
Old Dominion on the Move to Sun Belt Conference

Old Dominion on the Move to Sun Belt Conference

January 26, 2022
ODUs Amari Young #23 goes up for the layup against Rice.

Lady Monarch’s Prevail Late Against Rice 69-59

January 22, 2022
ODU Lose Heartbreaker in OT Against UTEP 78-70

ODU Lose Heartbreaker in OT Against UTEP 78-70

January 18, 2022
Photo Courtesy of Nicholas Clark, taken from ODU v UTSA

Monarchs Start off 2022 With Dominant Victory over UTSA 83-51

January 15, 2022
Photo courtesy of Daniel Halseth

The Lost and the Fallen: A Reaction to Gun Violence

December 20, 2021
Photo Courtesy of Nicholas Clark, taken from ODU v VCU

Monarchs Drop Rivalry Matchup against VCU 75-66

December 17, 2021
Photo Courtesy of Nicholas Clark, taken from ODU v CLT

Monarchs Roll Past Charlotte 56-34, Clinch a Bowl Berth

December 17, 2021

Monarchs Earn 30-16 Victory Over FAU, Extends Win Streak to Three

December 17, 2021

Ezikpe, Monarchs roll past Virginia Wesleyan on Opening Night

December 17, 2021

ODU Wins a Thriller over LA Tech 23-20

December 17, 2021

Lady Monarchs top William & Mary on Senior Day

December 17, 2021

ODU Men’s Soccer falls to No. 6 Kentucky

December 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Elena Harris, taken from ODU v Georgetown

No. 17 ODU Shuts Out Georgetown, Extends Win Streak to Five

December 17, 2021
Photo Courtesy to Keith Lee of ODU Sports, taken from ODU v UAB

Monarch volleyball splits series against UAB

December 17, 2021
Photo Courtesy of Nicholas Clark, taken from ODU v Buffalo

Monarch Rally Falls Short

December 17, 2021
Photo Courtesy of Nicholas Clark, taken from ODU v Hampton

Rahne, Monarchs Look to Bounce Back

December 17, 2021
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