Engaging with the Community 10/09/2024 NSU President Javaune Adams-Gaston attended the annual Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce 2024 State of the Region, which is presented by the Dragas Center for Economic Analysis and Policy at Old Dominion University. The State of the Region touts the area’s strengths but with an eye toward challenges, providing leaders with insights they can use to serve their respective communities. Additionally, the President helped celebrate and honor nonprofits for their work and impact in the community. The event, held at Norfolk State, recognized 65 organizations and their leaders and thanked J.R. Locke and Frank Brooks for their service.