Old Dominion University Closes Building and Cancels Classes Amid First Responder Presence
Old Dominion University in Norfolk closed its Batten Arts and Letters building and canceled classes due to a large first responder presence, though officials stated there is no active threat to campus safety.
Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, October 21, 2026 —
Old Dominion University in Norfolk closed its Batten Arts and Letters building and canceled classes after a large number of first responders were present, according to the information provided about the campus situation.
University officials stated there is no active threat to campus safety. The available information does not identify what prompted the first responder presence or specify which classes were canceled.
The timing and duration of the closure were not provided. It is also unclear whether other campus buildings or activities were affected, or when classes in the building may resume. No further details about the response were included.
The closure and class cancellations are the confirmed actions described in the available account. The reason for the response remains unspecified, and no additional incident details were provided. Officials’ statement that there is no active threat is the only information provided about the campus safety situation.
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