NORFOLK, Va., May 19 -- Old Dominion University issued the following news release:

By Kelsey Kendall

Old Dominion University hosted its Monarch Milestones: A Celebration of Student Awards, Honors and Leadership, an event that brings together many of the recognitions honoring graduating seniors who exemplify what it means to be a Monarch.

"Tonight, we pause to honor a special group of students whose impact has reached far beyond the classroom," said Brian K. Payne, Ph.D., provost and executive vice president for academic affairs, during the May 12 event. "You've distinguished yourselves through academic excellence, leadership, service and involvement that has strengthened our campus community."

Among the evening's top honors was the Kauf...