Come see us at our Upcoming Open House on October 23rd!
We are excited to invite you to the ODU Innovation Lab Open House on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at our new Hampton location at the ODU Peninsula Center (600 Butler Farm Rd).
This special event will showcase ODU’s four Lab Schools, highlight opportunities for innovation and collaboration, and celebrate the official launch of our new Makerspace Series. We would love for you to join us for one or both sessions:
Session 1: Faculty, Students & Industry Partners Showcase (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
- Connect with ODU faculty, staff, students, and industry stakeholders.
- Learn more about ODU’s Lab Schools and their innovative work.
- Explore collaboration opportunities in our design thinking studio and makerspace.
Session 2: Family-Friendly Open Makerspace & Series Launch (5:00 – 7:00 PM)
- Participate in hands-on makerspace activities including 3D printing, laser cutting, robotics, and textiles.
- Engage in family-friendly activities designed to spark creativity.
- Enjoy guided tours of the Innovation Lab and design thinking studio.
- Visit Lab School showcases featuring highlights from each school.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Innovation Lab and celebrating this exciting new chapter together! Please share this email and flyer with anyone you believe might be interested!
The Center for Educational Innovation and Opportunity (CEIO) and the Innovation Lab (iLab) serve as catalysts for a transformative K–16+ and lifelong learning continuum. CEIO leads ODU’s statewide lab school network and champions workforce-aligned, career-connected learning. The iLab offers a dynamic makerspace for hands-on, collaborative STEM experiences.
Together, located on the second floor of the ODU Peninsula Center at 600 Butler Farm Road in Hampton, VA, they leverage the Peninsula Center’s flexible classrooms, conference rooms, and demonstration spaces to deliver programs that equip students, educators, industry, and community partners with the skills to build skills and drive innovation for the future.
CONTACT
ODU Peninsula Center
600 Butler Farm Road, Suite 2200, Hampton, VA 23666