Old Dominion University鈥檚 Blue Crown Society is a prestigious student-led organization dedicated to professional development and leadership excellence. Blue Crown Society members are selected for their charisma, leadership potential, and commitment to service. They embody the values of Monarch Nation and are entrusted with the responsibility of representing the university with pride and professionalism. Members receive tailored training to enhance skills such as leadership, networking, and public communication, making membership in the Blue Crown Society a transformative leadership experience. The society fosters professional development, networking, and mentorship opportunities while challenging members to grow personally and contribute meaningfully to the university鈥檚 mission.
Mission Statement
To serve Monarch Nation as official representatives at hallmark university-sponsored events, collaborating with various departments including the President鈥檚 Office, Advancement, Student Enrollment, Engagement, and Services, Athletics, and Academic Affairs while developing valuable skills in leadership and service.
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Selena Alejo-Arellano
External Affairs Coordinator
Senior, Electrical Engineering
Zoe Burkett
Director of Internal Affairs
Junior, Criminal Justice and Sociology
Karissa Crawford
Speaker of the Blue Crown Society
Senior, Civil Engineering Technology
Jada Cumberland
Director of External Affairs
Senior, Cyber Operations
Vegas Fetterly
Director of Operations
Junior, Civil Engineering Technology
Ria Gowanda
Social Media Coordinator
Senior, Biomedical Sciences
Deylan Hardnett
Facilitator of the Blue Crown Society
Senior, Business Management
Chloe Pope
Internal Affairs Coordinator
Senior, Health Services Administration
Seth Smith
Logistics & Recruitment Coordinator
Senior, Economics and Management
Azaria Thigpen
Culture & Legacy Coordinator
Sophomore, Nursing
FAQs
- Must be able to memorize a volume of material about Old Dominion University and keep up with current information about institutional growth and development.
- Excellent communication skills and poise in dealing with diverse groups.
- Must be available for mandatory BCS meetings, regular events, and all other associated activities.
- Ability to devote time each week to group duties while maintaining good grades.
- Expected to ensure that all BCS events are covered year-round, including, but not limited to summer, spring, fall, and winter breaks, including university holidays.
- Gain valuable professional experience along with the opportunity to network with various alumni, staff, and faculty.
- Build upon and demonstrate leadership skills by stepping out of your comfort zone, meeting new people, and making new friends.
- Training and development opportunities to establish or improve a respected reputation of integrity, service, and tradition.鈥↖mprove oral communication skills as hosts through networking and small talk.
- Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills on assignment by addressing concerns and responding accordingly.
- Heighten time management skills and enhance professionalism.鈥–onnect with a team of BCS members through weekly meetings, assignments, etc.
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA and good standing with the University academically and behaviorally.
- 聽 Be available to participate in training before the fall semester begins.
- 聽 Arrive in the appropriate (provided) uniform, on-time, and with a smile to all assigned events.
- Applications are accepted throughout the year. However, applications must be received by March to be considered for the next academic year.
- Interviews are held in March.
- Training begins in April.
- Membership begins in August and concludes in April of the following year.