Joined RVA757 Connects: 2021

Brian O. Hemphill was named Old Dominion University's ninth president effective July 1, 2021.

He is an unwavering champion for access and opportunity, as well as innovation and research, with a deep commitment to forward-focused leadership.

Hemphill is proud to lead ODU with a steadfast dedication to excellence, a firm commitment to accountability and transparency, and a strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as student success.

A devoted public servant and steward of ODU and the commonwealth, Hemphill faithfully represents ODU on the national scale with active involvement in various organizations and advocacy efforts. He is equally dedicated to state and regional engagement through active membership on various councils and committees.