EVMS Timeline

First Graduating Class at EVMS

EVMS graduates 23 physicians in its charter MD class

DePaul Hospital Founded

Hospital of St. Vincent de Paul is established in Downtown Norfolk during the yellow fever epidemic. DePaul was Norfolk’s first civilian and public…

ODU and EVMS Successfully Integrate

On June 7th, a community celebration to recognize the integration of EVMS and ODU takes place. While at the celebration a $20 million gift from Dennis…

Lewis Hall is Dedicated

Lewis Hall, the school's first constructed building, is dedicated and named after Richmond, Virginia philanthropists Sydney and Frances Lewis

Fairfax Hall Renamed Andrews Hall

Fairfax Hall is renamed Andrews Hall in honor of Dr. Mason C. Andrews and his brother, Dr. William C. Andrews, who passed away in 2006 and 2008,…

First Medical Students Matriculate

Inaugural medical doctor class matriculates at EVMS with 24 students

Old Dominion College School of Nursing Established

The school expands it's programs over the next five decades. Now known as the Ellmer School of Nursing, it offers programs and degrees at the…

Glennan Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology Established

Services provided by the center include promoting wellness and care of older adults, as well as research regarding Alzheimer’s disease and palliative…

Sarah Leigh Hospital Opens in Ghent

The hospital contains 28 beds. In 1936, the hospital is renamed Leigh Memorial Hospital and the School of Practical Nursing opens in 1946. The…