The Division of Student Development fosters the mission of Ohio Dominican University in its "commitment to excellence in co-curricular programs, its commitments to service and community responsibility, its global outreach in response to educational needs, and its reputation for distinction in value-based education". The entire Student Development Staff focuses on the total development of each ODU student and provides comprehensive programs and services to ensure personal, interpersonal, intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and vocational growth. Specifically, these programs include student sucess and persistence initiatives, wellness programs, internships, study abroad options, Orientation, Graduation, holistic activities for residents and commuters, both traditional aged and adults, with an emphasis on both our diversity and community spirit.