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NATIONAL CONTENDERS The Olivet men’s soccer team made history this season under the leadership of Head Coach David Blahnik. The Tigers captured their first CCAC regular season championship in school history with a commanding 3-0 victory and secured
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DEAR FRIENDS, This issue of Olivet the Magazine is really an invitation to all of us to discover or rediscover the value and power of an Olivet education and to then engage or reengage in the movement of God in this place. Since 1907, Olivet has aimed to produce Spiritfilled, hope-inspired, learned followers of Jesus Christ — women and men who pray deep prayers, attempt great things for God, and boldly step into leadership roles across every segment of the Church, culture and society. As we lean into 2015 and begin our third year of publishing Olivet, the Magazine, we will set aside the feature articles for this issue and stray from our typical format a bit to explore the tremendous advantages of an Olivet education, primarily through an extended section of stunning images and stories. With a refreshed look and feel, we will celebrate and explore the enormous potential for a new generation of leaders to transform the world for Christ. Emboldened by the “wonder-working power” of the Holy Spirit, may we once again be startled by the great things that God is doing in and through Olivet and may we then be compelled to live extraordinary lives for Christ and His purposes in this new year. Blessings to all of you! The Editorial Board
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EDITORIAL BOARD Dr. Brian Allen ’82/’05 Litt.D. Remington J. Anksorus ’05 Dr. Brian W. Parker ’93/ ’11 Ed.D. George Wolff ’93 ART DIRECTION George Wolff ’93 GRAPHIC DESIGN Matthew Moore ’96 Monique Perry ’03 Donnie Johnson PHOTOGRAPHY As credited PHOTOGRAPHY SUPPORT Jordan Hansen ’13 Paul Matthews ’15 Cymone Wilder ’15 Wes Taylor ’15 Joe Mantarian ’16 EDITORIAL SUPPORT Luke Olney ’10/’12 M.O.L. Laura Wasson Warfel Christine Case ’05 A.E. Sarver ’15 Katharyn Schrader ’14 Renee Gerstenberger
VOLUME 83 ISSUE 1 (USPS 407-880) (ISSN 2325-7334) Copyright © 2015 Olivet Nazarene University One University Avenue Bourbonnais, IL 60914-2345 PRESIDENT Dr. John C. Bowling ’71/’72 M.A./’06 D.Div., Ed.D., D.Min. VICE PRESIDENT FOR FINANCE Dr. Douglas E. Perry ’68/’95 Litt.D., M.B.A. VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT DEVELOPMENT Dr. Walter “Woody” Webb ’86/’89 M.A.R./’08 D.Div. VICE PRESIDENT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT Dr. Brian Allen ’82/’05 Litt.D. VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Dr. Dennis Crocker ’75, M.M., D.M.A. VICE PRESIDENT FOR STRATEGIC EXPANSION Dr. Ryan Spittal ’99/’04 M.B.A., D.B.A.
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Dr. John C. Bowling serves as the 12th president of Olivet Nazarene University. An Olivet alumnus and Harvard University Fellow with two master’s and two earned doctoral degrees, he is a best-selling author, a prominent national speaker and is internationally recognized as an outstanding leader in higher education and the Church. His most recent book, “Revision,” from Beacon Hill Press, provides “Thirteen Strategies to Renew Your Work, Your Organization and Your Life.”
In my regular conversations with parents and prospective students, as well as potential employers and graduate school representatives, I am pleased to encounter a consistent and growing recognition of the value and power of an Olivet education to help students attain success and significance in their lives. Olivet’s growing reputation transcends random conversations. It also shows up in national rankings, accrediting association reports, recognition by various professional organizations, as well as direct alumni feedback and accomplishments. The value and power of an Olivet education rests on at least three core commitments. First, there is a strong, steady and clear commitment to quality in every aspect of University life. Olivet offers an excellent and rigorous academic program for undergraduates, honors students and graduate students, using both traditional and nontraditional formats – on ground and online. Not long ago, I was included in an email from one professor to another. The subject of the note was a routine matter, and I was copied just to keep me in the loop. There was nothing memorable about the email exchange, other than a quotation, which appeared in the signature line of one of the professors. It caught my attention. I wrote it down and have thought about it often in the intervening weeks. Often attributed to William Butler Yeats, the statement is this: “Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” Those words express, in part, our educational philosophy. We do not ask students to “sit still while we instill.” Rather, we seek to gather kindling and encourage students to play with matches, to learn how to learn, to foster creativity and become lifelong learners. We want to light a fire not only academically, but also in every aspect of campus life: student development, spiritual life, athletics, international travel, internships and community engagement.
Second, in addition to quality, the value of an Olivet education is underscored by a generous scholarship and financial aid program, which reduces the actual cost of attendance to manageable levels. A universitylevel education is expensive, but one’s return on investment is significant. A recent study by the Pew Research Center asked, “Is College Worth It?” Many respondents said Americans were not getting a good value for the money they spent on a college education. And yet those who had graduated from college estimated that they were getting, on average, $20,000 more a year than they would without the degree — a figure that lines up with U.S. Census results. The college graduates in the study also said they were more satisfied with their jobs because of their degrees, and they credited college with helping them grow intellectually and socially. Third, another aspect of the value of an Olivet education rises from the rich community life of the campus. In her book, The Defining Decade, Meg Jay writes, “... as we leave home and become more independent there is a burst of self-creation, a time when what we do determines who we will become.” It is in the beginning years of that “defining decade” that Olivet does its work. We make the journey with young men and women as they walk the tightrope from late adolescence toward maturity. The focus of our effort and attention is not primarily about how to make a living or how to get ahead – those are byproducts of what we do. Our work is the work of formation and transformation. We aim to provide an environment which fosters faith, learning and living – all three in harmony. The value and power of an Olivet education is on display in nearly every aspect of our work. Come and see!
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FIRST PERSON Richard Dykhouse, Charter Communications My family has always valued education highly. I remember my mother telling me from a young age that she would take a second job scrubbing floors to make sure I had a college education. Her words became a strong visualization for me. Her words instilled in me the value of education and the commitment my family had to education and lifetime learning.
As I considered colleges, a question haunted me. If my mom was going to scrub floors to make sure I could attend college, which school made my mom’s sacrifice worthwhile? Olivet Nazarene University became a natural choice. Olivet had a reputation of being a community of learning where students enjoyed relationships with professors furthering their individual growth. Olivet represented a choice that wrapped these favorable outcomes in a commitment to Christ and a foundation in Christian living. Olivet had a strong record of preparing its students for graduate school, the next step for me. Like everyone, I certainly had other choices, but I could not escape the clear tangible and intangible value of the Olivet experience. I knew the sacrifice of my parents would more than pay off in my preparedness for life – not to just succeed in a world that demands excellence, but to succeed as an individual committed to life with a Christian purpose.
Early in my freshman year, I experienced the value of my Olivet education. I met individuals who had a profound, positive impact on my life, my vocational calling and my commitment to Jesus and His values. I quickly turned my goals into a career as an attorney using my interest in business. I discovered the value of my Olivet decision as my time at Olivet fueled my vocational interest and as I experienced learning and preparedness with a Christian worldview. For example, Prof. Koch encouraged me to undertake a program in Washington D.C. This experience became a highlight of my learning about life, my vocation and what God was calling me to in my vocation. In my life since Olivet, I have continued to witness the value of my education. I was well prepared for law school, for the MBA program I attended and for my vocation after graduate school. My Olivet experience continues to positively influence my career as I rely on the base of Christian living and purpose that was fortified as a college student. My Olivet experience has paid dividends in the life of my family as I now have one son currently at Olivet and another who has graduated from Olivet and is now a first year student at Harvard Law School. I have witnessed now as a parent the value my parents saw in Olivet, except Olivet is even better now than when I attended. I join my mother in saying that I would gladly take a second job scrubbing floors to make sure my children could attend college, especially at Olivet!
Distinguished Olivet alumnus, trusted expert, and leader in business, media and communications, Richard R. Dykhouse currently serves as executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary of the global communications company, Charter Communications, Inc. Frequently referenced in Forbes and Businessweek, he received a bachelor's degree in finance from Olivet Nazarene University, M.B.A. from Indiana University and J.D. degree from Indiana University School of Law. He and his wife, Debbie, are the parents of Ryan ’12, Reagen ’17 and Megan.
The Dykhouse Family; Back row from left: Reagen Dykhouse ’17, Debbie Dykhouse, Rick Dykhouse ’85 and Megan Dykhouse. Front row from left: Ryan Dykhouse ’12, and Laura (Barbiea) Dykhouse
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On Nov. 29, 2014, the Tiger men’s basketball team took the court against the Salukis of Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, the first time the Tigers have competed against a Missouri Valley Conference and NCAA Division I opponent.
Dr. Stacey Schmidt ’97, superintendent of schools for Porter County, Ind., since 2011, was invited to Washington, D.C., to be part of the Future Ready Summit in November 2014. While there, she heard President Barack Obama and U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan speak, and she attended a reception at the White House. The goal of this Summit’s initiative is to support innovative learning and to provide students across the country with the same digital learning opportunities. “We’re personalizing and customizing learning. It’s an exciting time for our country,” says Stacey, who is personally determined to support this initiative.
As the game began, junior Aaron Larson of Tolono, Ill. needed only nine points to reach 1,000 for his career. He did so with 14 points against the Salukis, scoring his 1,000th point on a three-point field goal with 3:10 remaining in the game. He is the 39th Tiger to reach this career milestone.
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Olivet’s Marching Tigers have been invited to perform for the 30th annual London New Year’s Day Parade and Festival in 2016. The official invitation came by personal delivery on Thursday, October 23, 2014, when Her Majesty’s Deputy Lieutenant for Greater London Roger Bramble and his entourage visited Olivet’s campus. Lord Bramble, representing Queen Elizabeth II, is the senior patron of the Parade. Olivet is one of only 12 schools to receive such an invitation. “My greatest passion from childhood has been music, and I seize the musical chores of this event, including this Parade,” said Deputy Lieutenant Bramble in his address to the audience of Olivet students, staff and faculty who gathered in Kresge Auditorium. “Olivet’s bands have a reputation for outstanding performance abilities.” The London Parade and Festival’s magnificent, prestigious and historic parade route will include Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, Trafalgar Square and Whitehall, with a final arena adjacent to The Palace of Westminster, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. The street audience will be in excess of 650,000 and will include a television broadcast on 500 stations that will reach more than 300 million people worldwide. The band will also perform in one of the London Gala concerts as part of the Parade and Festival. This year’s Marching Tigers, including 196 students, is the largest marching band at any Christian university in the United States. “This is an honor for our School of Music and the University,” said Dr. Don Reddick, dean of the School of Music. “I commend Dr. Stratton, associate director of bands, on this achievement. He has been instrumental — in more ways than one — in making this a reality for Olivet.”
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Olivet’s Enactus team received a grant from Sam’s Club to help a small business strengthen its foundation for long-term success. Our Enactus team chose Rooted Beauty, a unique start-up which produces a line of cosmetics which are made from all-natural ingredients. The company was founded by Kim Garrett and her sister, ONU alumnus Lindsey Peterson ’14.
Dawn Oler, who earned her master’s degree in school improvement leadership from Olivet’s School of Graduate and Continuing Studies in 2009, has been named the Illinois Association of Family and Consumer Sciences 2014 Teacher of the Year. “It is such a humbling honor,” she says. “I love what I do. I think the field of education is such an important profession. My courses through Olivet helped me be a better teacher in the classroom.”
The sale of Rooted Beauty’s eco-friendly products benefits women in developing nations by providing vocational training and education to escape human trafficking and extreme poverty. With clear improvements made in the first few months of this project, Olivet’s Enactus team and Rooted Beauty are excited to see what the future holds. To learn more about Rooted Beauty and its impact, and to see products, go to www. rootedbeauty.com.
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Dawn teaches at Hinsdale (Ill.) Central High School. Her establishment of “Invitation to Teach,” a program that gives high school seniors a taste of an education career before college, is just one of the reasons she was recognized.
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Education, business and community leaders gathered on December 9, 2014, to launch the Catalyst Innovation Center in Bradley, Ill. Established and led by Olivet Nazarene University, this business and research venture is a cooperative effort with Riverside Healthcare and the Economic Alliance of Kankakee County.
Olivet’s School of Music has received the Apple Distinguished Program designation for 2014 through 2016 for its iLearn@Olivet initiative. This coveted designation is reserved for programs that meet criteria for innovation, leadership and educational excellence, and that demonstrate a clear vision of exemplary learning environments. Students use iPads for all band, orchestra, choral and instrumental ensemble music scores, ebooks, note-taking and email. To enhance iPad usage, Larsen Fine Arts Center has tripled the number of WiFi access points throughout the building. This initiative and its recognition from Apple highlight how students at Olivet are leveraging the latest innovations in technology and saving resources by going digital.
Olivet students were recently ranked as some of the friendliest in the United States. According to Niche.com, an education resource for parents and students, and reported in the Huffington Post, Olivet’s student body was rated as one of the friendliest in the nation. This study surveyed 55,000 current students and alumni from hundreds of schools across the country. “We have some of the best and brightest students you will find,” says Dr. Woody Webb, vice president for Student Development. “The community at Olivet is like no other. Our students, faculty and staff are amazing.”
The initial phase of the launch utilizes 22,000 square feet on the first floor of the five-story, historic building as collaboration space for Olivet’s engineering students and faculty. Riverside Healthcare will join the University by adding meeting and training facilities for its staff, with other interested businesses joining the initiative in the near future.
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For the first time in program history, Olivet was represented on the podium as third place finisher at the 2014 NAIA National Cross Country Championships. The Tigers, with two injured NAIA All-Americans, still had five runners in the top 50. A total of 320 runners competed in the event hosted by the Lawrence, Kan. Sports Corporation at Rim Rock Farm. Senior Dylan Creger of Almont, Mich. led the Tigers for the fourth straight meet and finished 20th with a time of 25:28.80. He and sophomore Caleb Drake of Rock Island, Ill. were named All-Americans for the first time in their careers. For the latest on the 133 men and women participating in Olivet’s Cross Country and Track and Field Teams, as well as other Tiger athletics, visit olivet.edu.
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When senior Julia Ross of Champaign, Ill. began brainstorming a topic for her required honors project, her professors, Dr. Max Reams and Dr. Kevin Brewer of Olivet’s Department of Chemistry and Geosciences, encouraged her to incorporate her interests. Building on her fascination with observing phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanoes and landslides, she chose the topic “Ranking trails based on natural hazards instead of difficulty: A case study of Starved Rock State Park.” On October 20, 2014, she presented her finished project at the 126th Annual Meeting of The Geological Society of America in Vancouver.
Olivet Tiger senior linebackers Brandon Ruemler of Williamsport, Ind. and John Litrenta of Orland Park, Ill. accepted an invitation to play in the National Bowl Game on December 7, 2014, in Miami, Fla. They followed in the footsteps of Tiger kicker Andrew Muzljakovich of Vicksburg, Mich., who was the special teams MVP in the 2013 game. This year, Brandon and John were joined by athletes from various NAIA and NCAA Division 2 and Division 3 universities from around the country. “The best part for me is to be in the presence of NFL scouts for the weekend,” John says. This invitation was a great opportunity for both Tiger football players.
The School of Graduate and Continuing Studies is set to open its newest campus location in Grand Rapids, Mich., Olivet’s seventh campus location and second location in the state of Michigan. “Our newest location is strategically positioned to equip students and hightech employers in the Grand Rapids area. As new opportunities in nursing, engineering, education and business are created, Olivet graduates will be there to lead the way,” says Dr. Ryan Spittal, vice president for Strategic Expansion. Olivet Nazarene University currently has campuses in Bourbonnais, Rolling Meadows, and Oakbrook, Ill., Indianapolis, Ind., Grand Ledge, Mich. and Hong Kong, China.
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HOMECOMING 2014 MAKING MEMORIES Homecoming and Family Weekend 2014 was a time of reconnecting with old friends and meeting new ones, too. Filled with athletic events, music, poignant testimonies and delicious food, this weekend had something for everyone. Alumnus Ben Zobrist, formerly an All-Star with the Tampa Bay Rays, and currently with the Oakland Athletics, was our special speaker during Homecoming Chapel; and Sandi Patty headlined the Saturday night concert, which featured the over 150 students in the School of Music’s University Orchestra and Mass Choir. We honored Dr. David L. Elwood and the late Dr. Kenneth Johnson during the ribbon cutting ceremonies for the Center for Student Success and the new engineering addition to Reed Hall of Science, respectively. University President John C. Bowling offered a powerful and challenging message during the Sunday morning Prayer Breakfast. To conclude the wonderful weekend, Orpheus Choir alumni joined with the current choir to sing “The Lord Bless You and Keep You,” as the benediction of the Sunday morning service at College Church of the Nazarene, University Ave.
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VALUE AND POWER In its first century, Olivet Nazarene University emerged as a proven leader in higher education and a trusted choice for tens of thousands of students and families from around the world. In this first issue of our 108th year, we explore seven distinct advantages — the true value and power of an Olivet education.
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Olivet is a university built on a deep belief and trust in Jesus Christ, the truths of Christianity and the power of the Holy Spirit. We are an optimistic people of faith and promise. Olivet’s community of faith stretches far beyond the chapel walls and into the daily lives of our students, faculty and staff.
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We believe that one individual who fully surrenders to God — armed with the power of an Olivet education and enlivened by the Holy Spirit — can challenge the status quo and change the course of history. We believe that together we can shape the hearts and minds of each new generation of Olivet graduates who will confidently go into our world to serve God faithfully in “out-of-the-way” places and far corners of the globe. We believe Olivetians will lead in the areas of innovation, industry, technology and progress, and we will shape the great ideas, movements and organizations of the next century.
“Bringing all our students, faculty and staff together in one place for worship plays an important role in unifying our campus and is one of the hallmarks of the Olivet experience.” - Mark Holcomb, University Chaplain “All truth originates in God, whether that truth is discovered at a Christian or secular university. The difference is, in the Olivet classroom, we acknowledge the source of that truth. If I only teach my students sociology principles and concepts, I have failed. I have a much higher aim – that they learn to think and act like Christ.”
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Olivet’s main campus is in Bourbonnais, Ill., with additional locations in Chicago, Oakbrook and Rolling Meadows Ill.; Indianapolis, Ind.; Grand Rapids and Grand Ledge, Mich.; and Hong Kong. The university boasts an impressive 120 areas of study and an innovative, thriving School for Graduate and Continuing Studies. Olivet offers one of the most expansive, fully accredited academic programs in the Council for Independent Colleges and the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities.
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180 gifted, dedicated teaching faculty members focus daily on the education, development and success of every student — one of the many reasons Olivet is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s “Best Colleges and Universities” in U.S. News & World Report. An ABET accredited engineering program housed in the recently expanded Reed Hall of Science, The Center for Law and Culture, The Catalyst Innovation Center for Business and Research — these are just a few examples of the significant curricular innovations happening at Olivet.
“We strive to prepare men and women intellectually, spiritually and relationally for impacting our world in meaningful ways. Our faculty members love students, and they love teaching. We find great joy and fulfillment in equipping this new generation of leaders.” - Dr. Dennis Crocker, Vice President for Academic Affairs
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Dedicated to the development and success of every student, the Olivet experience is exciting, positive, warm, empowering and inviting. We believe. You belong here.
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With more than 80 clubs and student organizations, an outstanding staff of student development professionals and a Center for Student Success committed to helping every student thrive, student programming is exciting, fun, challenging and engaging. In fact, in 2014, 88 percent of graduating seniors indicated that a faculty or staff member personally invested in them on a regular basis. University life cannot simply be defined by vocational training or academic preparation. At Olivet, we value community, personal growth, friendship, relationships and connectivity. At Olivet, we value family.
“The Olivet Experience is not only about making a living. It is about living a significant life.� - Dr. John C. Bowling, President
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One of the marks of a great university is a robust and enduring commitment to the arts. Painting, sculpture, photography, vocal and instrumental music, drama and the full breadth of artistic expression are deeply embedded in the Olivet ethos and celebrated in the campus community.
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With a 200-member marching band, two full orchestras, three mixed choirs, 28 musical ensembles and the Ruffatti pipe organ housed in our 3,059-seat Centennial Chapel, Olivet’s School of Music is one of the finest in the country. The school has received the Apple Distinguished Program designation for 2014 through 2016 for its iLearn@Olivet initiative. The program provides an iPad to every member of the Marching Tigers and all music majors, as well as faculty and staff members. In addition, students perform each semester in a variety of theatrical productions, including plays, musicals, operas, musical revues and song cycles, and they even have the opportunity to direct and produce their own works. While some choose to minor in theater or musical theater, students from every field of study find a place to participate and perform.
“From classic to modern art, the Department of Art & Digital Media has it all. From drawing to painting and photography to graphic design, Olivet’s courses in the visual arts foster an interest in the full range of artistic expression.” - Prof. Bill Greiner, Chair, Department of Art & Digital Media
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Every year more than 570 Olivet studentathletes participate in 21 intercollegiate sports. These and a massive campuswide intramural program make for ample opportunities to compete and engage.
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Our motto of “Winning Championships, Developing Champions” translates into success in the classroom and in competition. Fourteen national tournament appearances, four individual national champions and three Coach of the Year awards are just a few of the accomplishments for Tiger athletics this past season. While capturing the coveted CCAC All-Sports Cup for the fifth year in a row, the Olivet Tigers found success on the court, in the pool and on the playing field. However, athletic success does not end there. Of the 21 men’s and women’s athletic programs, 19 were named Scholar Teams by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. The Tigers are champions in competition and in life. In addition, more than 2,300 students participate on 369 intramural teams, in 993 games. Students can choose from 26 different sports at various levels of competition, making Olivet’s Intramural Program one of the strongest in the country.
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Armed with the knowledge, confidence, spirit and power of an Olivet education, our students have easy access to one of the world’s greatest cities and numerous global opportunities. This year, Olivet will send students to more than 30 different countries through study abroad programs, internships and mission opportunities. With the world as our classroom, students are prepared with a global perspective and connected with a network of 37,000 Olivet alumni living around the world.
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Our campus is the ideal balance of collegiate tradition and modern innovation. This beautiful, 250 acres of park-like campus is located in the Village of Bourbonnais, just 50 miles south of Chicago’s Loop.
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The new 33,000 square-foot expansion of Reed Hall of Science, the 3,059-seat Centennial Chapel and the Perry Student Life and Recreation Center all serve as brick-andmortar testimonies of Olivet’s relentless and persistent commitment to quality and excellence. With a four-story SEE MORE ALUMNI HIGHLIGHTS AT wall, OLIVETTHEMAGAZINE.COM rock climbing two swimming pools, four regulationsized basketball courts and an eight-lane indoor track, Olivet’s 168,000 square-foot Perry Center is the finest recreation center in its class. Over the past two decades, Olivet has experienced the greatest era of expansion and growth in its 108-year history. Immediate expansion plans include another addition to Reed Hall of Science, an addition to Wisner Hall of Nursing and construction of a new Women’s Residence Hall. Olivet continues to provide the optimal environment for “Education with a Christian Purpose.” To discover and experience the value and power of an Olivet education, schedule a campus visit by contacting the Office of Admissions at 800-648-1463.
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Treavor Dodsworth ’14 took advantage of the experiences Olivet offered him. As a double major in Accounting and Finance, Treavor used his skills for the school and for his future. Not only did he participate in Olivet’s Honors Program, but he also served as the VP of Finance for the Associated Student Council (ASC). When Treavor was a student, Olivet made a connection that landed him a summer internship. NorthWest Financial in Indianapolis reached out to Olivet, asking for viable internship candidates, and the University sent them Treavor's resume. Treavor was able to intern at NorthWest between his Junior and Senior year. Eventually, they offered him a job. Treavor currently works at NorthWest Financial, training to be a financial planner and studying for the CPA.“A lot of the work I did in the ASC office, I’m doing now,” Treavor said. “I wouldn’t have gotten the opportunity to intern there if it wasn’t for Olivet.”
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Michael Tuttle ’11, senior auditor at Ernst & Young, LLP, believes that his education at Olivet prepared him to stand out among his coworkers. Michael majored in both Accounting and Finance and participated in Olivet’s Honors Program. During the summer, he worked for the Department of Defense in the budget office, experiencing the business world in the ammunitions branch. With this experience from his summer job, he embarked on a two-year project exploring whether government employees have a proper understanding of accounting. “It was definitely a unique experience,” Michael said. “It was a beneficial two-year project. I could go above and beyond. It didn’t directly correlate to what I’m doing now, but the skills I gained do.”
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Kendra Maxon ’15 is ready for her work at the Ford College Graduate program (FCG). In this highly selective, two-year rotational program, she will work in a different area of Ford every six months to learn a new aspect of the business, beginning as a Product Development Engineer immediately after graduation from Olivet. While interning at Vactor Manufacturing as an Olivet student, she made detailed drawings, designed small production items and fixed problems that came from the shop floor. “I was also able to help new interns when they had questions about the factory and about Creo, a major design software that I learned how to use as an ONU Engineering student,” Kendra said. “There’s been something different everyday,” Kendra said. “A lot of handson experience.” With her busy schedule, she still had time to found and serve as the first president of the Olivet Society of Women Engineers. 32
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Michael’s opportunities at Olivet have prepared him for a bright career at Ernst & Young, LLP, which has more than 700 offices in 150 countries.
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Caleb House ’11 works for NEP Broadcasting, a mobile production company with a wide variety of clients, including ESPN, CBS, NBC, ABC and more. “Whether it’s sports, music, entertainment, television, we do it all,” Caleb says. “From the ground up, we build a studio in a mobile environment. No matter who we’re working for, they can come in and work in our trucks as if it was their own studio.” In the summer months, he works on-site at musical festivals across the nation.“I’ve done Lollapalooza in Chicago, Bonaroo in Tennessee, Coachella and Stagecoach in California, Hangout in Alabama, to name a few.”
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It all started when Caleb was a student at Olivet. “I was a teaching assistant for Prof. Mark Bishop in the communication department, and was sitting in his office one day when he mentioned a guy he knew who worked at Trio Video. I sent him an email, and I’m sitting here today because of that.”
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This past year, senior electrical engineering major Luke Beaumont ’15 has interned at Underwriters Laboratories (UL). His internship experiences involve industrial controls equipment, performing tests and using earthquake and lightning machines. UL is a testing company that aids in determining product sustainability. With offices in 40 countries around the world, and with nearly 22 billion products bearing the UL symbol, this internship has enabled Luke to gain a broader experience that will prepare him for a promising career. “Because I went to Olivet, I have had more real world experience,” Luke said. He found his passion for design as a kid playing with Legos in his room. Today, he works with an international corporation that impacts 700 million people around the world.
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Anne Kennedy ’18 knew that Olivet would prepare her for both a future in cancer research and Christian leadership in the field of medicine. Her passion to fight cancer is nothing new, and she knows that Olivet will be the best place to continue her work. Prior to attending college, Anne attended the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute’s International Summer Academy, and she held cancer research internships at the University of Vermont and the University of Pittsburgh. While conducting cancer research alongside post-doctorates at the University of Vermont for two years, she also found time to represent the state of Vermont as a youth delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. Anne chose to come to Olivet not only for the Christian emphasis, but also because of the opportunities for internships and the University’s impressive medical school acceptance rate. Anne is just one of the thousands of Olivet students preparing to live their lives for good and for God.
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The Christian Family; pictured from left: Capriana ’18, Delia, Jeff, and Alia.
Freshman Capriana Christian started making big life decisions at the age of four, when she both decided to become a nurse like her parents and began playing basketball. “I’ve been her coach her whole life until now,” says dad Jeff Christian from their home in Vacaville, Calif. “I honestly didn’t want her to like Olivet because of the distance,” he admits. Jeff won’t forget Capriana saying, “Dad, this is the place for me.” Jeff and his wife Delia look forward to every chance they get to visit Illinois now. The women’s basketball team is one reason that Olivet stood out to the Christian family. “Coach Lauren Stamatis is incredible,” Jeff says. “She has a genuine love for her players first and the game second. As parents, we couldn’t ask for anything more.” What sets Olivet apart? “Great basketball, great academics and amazing spirituality: three different aspects that are perfect for growing.” olivet.edu
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12th Annual
WINTER GOLF OUTING Feb. 25–March 1, 2015 Orlando, Florida Thursday, Feb. 26
36 holes – Disney’s Palm and Magnolia courses
Friday, Feb. 27
36 holes – Grande Pines and Hawk’s Landing
Saturday, Feb. 28
36 holes – Orange County National’s Panther Lake and Crooked Cat For information or to make reservations for a foursome or individual golfer, please email Jeff Domagalski at jdomagal@olivet.edu or call 815-928-5455.
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Savannah, GA MAY 11-17, 2015
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TEACHERS, MENTORS, SCHOLARS Our student-to-faculty ratio of 17-1 fosters strong relationships between students and their professors. Smaller class sizes allow faculty members to know their students personally, often resulting in invaluable mentorship that extends far beyond the college years.
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PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS, WEDDINGS, BIRTHS & ADOPTIONS
1977
Robert L. Taylor ’77 For 2014, the Boone County (Ind.) Chamber of Commerce selected a nontraditional choice as Business Person of the Year: Lebanon School Superintendent Dr. Robert L. Taylor ’77. He oversees the district’s $42 million budget while managing 575 employees. The school district is the largest business in the community. He forged a school district partnership with the City of Lebanon that led to the construction of the Herman B. Wells Center, a mini convention center on the high school property. Earlier in 2014, he was selected as president to lead Indiana’s association of school superintendents. This award is one he will count as one of the most meaningful and significant recognitions of his career.
1984
B Elizabeth (Merrell Strong) Paulson ’84 ran for State Representative from District 66B in the Minnesota House of Representatives, hoping to advance a Christian worldview and loving God through her service.
1997
C Elijah Slibeck (#40), son of Jared Slibeck ’97 and Maria (Dobson) Slibeck ’97, and Ethan Rexroth (#50), son of Scott Rexroth ’96 and Krista (Upchurch) Rexroth ’97, played fourth grade tackle football together in Fishers, Ind., this season. They were on the Michigan State Spartans team for the Fishers-HSE Youth Football league. Their team won the Wierciak Sportsmanship Award and was a runner-up in the Fourth Grade Championship “Super Bowl” game. Ethan played defensive tackle, and Elijah was linebacker and kicked extra points. Their defense gave up the fewest points in the league this year!
1997
D Nathan Harris ’97 and Christa (Pilat) ’98 are
excited to announce the birth of their daughter, Brooklyn Avery, born April 1, 2014. She joins sisters Morgan, 9, and Katelyn, 7. Christa is now a stay-at-home mom. Nathan is the optometrist in charge at Henry Ford OptimEyes in Dearborn. They reside in Northville, Mich.
2002
E Brian Bloom ’04 and Elizabeth (Angell) ’02
welcomed a second daughter, Emma Hope, on October 27, 2014. She joins an excited big sister, Grace Elizabeth, 6. Elizabeth is a paraprofessional in the Shakopee School District and works with children with disabilities. Brian works as a manager for a local storage facility in Edina. They reside in Shakopee, Minn.
2005
F Brad Barr ’05 and Lisa (Boyce) Barr ’05 welcomed a second daughter, Emmarie Cate, on August 25, 2014. She joins her sister Elisabeth, 2. Brad is a sales director for Wright Medical, and Lisa is a stay-at-home mother. They reside in Geneva, Ill. Stephen Case ’05 completed his Ph.D. in the history and philosophy of science at the University of Notre Dame this summer with the successful defense of his dissertation “Making Stars Physical. John Herschel’s Stellar Astronomy, 1816–1871.”
G Erica Joy Rumbley ’05 received her Ph.D. in musicology from the University of Kentucky in May 2014. She is a piano teacher, independent scholar and freelance musician, and currently resides in Lexington, Ky.
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2005
H Adam ’05 and Abbie Seaney have welcomed their first child into the world. Addisyn Grace was born August 26, 2014. Adam teaches physical education and health, and coaches football and wrestling in Lawrenceville, Ill., Abbie works as a quality specialist at Automotive Technology Systems in Lawrenceville. They reside in Vincennes, Ind. I Matthew and Kristin (Heppe) ’05 Collins welcomed a daughter, Elise Abigail, on October 18, 2014. She joins her sister Lia, 3. Kristin continues in her 10th year of teaching fourth grade at Chatham Elementary. Matthew works full time at Memorial Medical Center. The family resides in Springfield, Ill.
2006
Nicholas and Rebekah (Mingus) ’06 Metzger are proud to announce the birth of their son, Noah Daniel, born on February 14, 2014. Nicholas is the case manager for the local Salvation Army. Rebekah is a school counselor for Lakeland School Corporation. They currently reside in Sturgis, Mich.
2007
J Blake and Rachel (Helmker) Strope ’07 are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter, Amelia Josephine, on October 9, 2013. Blake is a senior engineer at Manitowoc Cranes, and Rachel is a stay-at-home mom. They reside in Greencastle, Penn.
2009 1) Dawn Oler ’09, currently a teacher at Hinsdale Township High School District 86, has been named Teacher of the Year by the Illinois Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (ILAFCS). This award recognizes exemplary teachers with outstanding education programs that utilize methods, techniques and activities integrated into the curriculum to provide the stimulus for and give visibility to family and consumer sciences. Dawn graduated from Olivet with a master’s degree in school improvement leadership.
2012
1! Nicole (Merry) ’12 and Matthew Wilson ’13 were married on May 25, 2014, in Erie, Penn. Matt is a control center tech for Traveler’s Insurance. Nicole is a sales engineer for MassFlow Air Products. They reside in Wethersfield, Conn. 1@ Amanda (Mazzaro) ’12 and James Smit ’12 were married on September 27, 2014, in Ann Arbor, Mich. James has a degree in biology, and Amanda has a degree in interior design. Olivet alumni in the wedding party were: Staci (Oliver) Anderson ’12, Ashley McGuire ’12, Sam Summerlin ’12 and Grant Shaw ’13.
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IN MEMORIAM Juanita V. Baldrige ’47 of Hillsboro, Wisc. — formerly of Bourbonnais, Ill. — passed away December 14, 2014. She was born August 31, 1919, in Bement, Ill., to Lester and Dora (Kelly) Crook. She married the late Everett J. Baldridge on February 14, 1946, in Olivet, Ill. He passed away in 2004. A retired employee of Olivet, she was also a high school math teacher. She received her bachelor’s degree from Olivet. She was a member of Grace Reformed Church, Reedsburg, Wisc., and Kankakee First Church of the Nazarene. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Terry ’70 and Linda (Smith) ’71 Baldridge of Olathe, Kan., and Dennis ’76 and Jane (Friske) ’76 Baldridge of Hillsboro, Wisc., one daughter, Sandra Jewell ’73, of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; and 9 grandchildren and ten great‑grandchildren. Bernadine Leppert ’47 passed away on October 30, 2014, at the age of 89. Survivors include her husband, Charles Leppert ’47, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a member of First Church of the Nazarene, Hot Springs, Ark. Edith R. Bushey ’48 passed away on November 14, 2014, at the age of 88. She was born in Pickford, Mich., on August 14, 1926, to Harvey and Margaret Campbell. She married Gene Bushey on June 12, 1947. She worked for the Mt. Pleasant School District and Isabella County Schools for 28 years. She was a member of First Church of the Nazarene where she enjoyed being a part of the Sunday School and music programs. She was involved in the community, serving as president of the Mt. Pleasant Education Association, as well as volunteering at the hospital and within her local church. Our thoughts and prayers are with Gene; their children Richard ’71 and Kay Bushey; Rodney ’72 and Cynthia (Dafoe) ’72 Bushey; Margo (Bushey) ’76 and Richard Moore; and their grandchildren and extended family members. Minnie Lucille Wills ’51 of Middletown, Ohio, passed away on November 25, 2014. She was born in Shelby County, Ken., on July 4, 1927, to parents Claude C. and Lucy M. (Roe) Wills. Minnie taught at West Carrollton High School and then at Olivet, where she was the chairman of the modern language department. She retired from Olivet and was awarded the honorary Doctor of Letters degree. Minnie was beloved aunt to all her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Hazel Frisch, Margaret Henderson, Dorothy Cornett and Nancy Dougherty; and brother, Edward Jewell Wills. James R. Reader, D.D.S., ’57, of Chrisman, Ill., died December 9, 2014. Dr. Reader was born on February 13, 1935, in Rantoul, Ill., the son of the Rev. George H.D. Reader ’29 and Gertrude Sill Reader. He married Mary Lou Thompson on December 18, 1955, in Newcomerstown, Ohio, and she survives. He is also survived by a son, Mark ’83 (Gina ’83) Reader, and daughters, Miriam Garrett ’85 and Michelle Webb ’92; four grandchildren; his father; and two brothers. Dr. Reader loved his family and also enjoyed stained glass work and woodworking. He loved giving of himself to others, which included serving on several overseas mission trips. He served on the General Board of the Church of the Nazarene in Kansas City and was a trustee of Olivet for many years. He also served on the Church of the Nazarene Illinois District Advisory Board. He was a member of the board of the Olivet Holiness Association, a longtime board member of the Chrisman Nazarene Church, and he served on the Woodland Cemetery board in Chrisman. A graduate of the University of Illinois Dental School in Chicago, Dr. Reader was a lifetime member of the Illinois Dental Association.
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Dr. Danny J. Jensen ’67 of Kankakee, Ill., passed away on December 4, 2014. He was born on September 16, 1942, to LeRoy and Lucille (Murray) Jensen. Danny married Irene M. Devine on August 11, 1973, in Kankakee. He received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Olivet College (now Olivet Nazarene University) and earned one of the first master’s degrees given by Olivet. He also earned his Ed.D. degree at Northern Illinois University. He taught classes at Kankakee Community College and Governors State University. He retired from Shapiro Developmental Center in 2001, where he worked for many years as an educator and later as a psychologist. He was involved in many area youth groups, coaching the Limestone Senior League, Kankakee Lions Little League and Azzarelli Colts Junior Football. He was an active member of the YMCA and was an areawide umpire and referee for baseball and basketball. Danny is survived by his wife, Irene, of Kankakee; twin sons, David Jensen and Dean Jensen, of Lombard; and one brother, Dennis L. Jensen, and his wife, Linda, of Bourbonnais. He was preceded in death by his parents. Larry Feightner ’70 passed away on October 24, 2014. He was born in Kokomo, Ind., on June 5, 1946, to Allene and Gene Feightner. Larry graduated from Tipton High School, then went on to Olivet Nazarene College where he majored in business and minored in music. He also served in the U.S. Air Force and then graduated from Nazarene Bible College in Colorado Springs as a minister of music. In 1981, he and his family settled in Mt. Olympus, Ind., where he resided until his recent illness. He enjoyed 20-plus years as a minister of music and/or choir director for the Nazarene churches in Princeton and Jasper. He was a member of New Life Church of the Nazarene. He and his family loved all music, worship and fellowship that these congregations afforded. He received great pleasure from serving Princeton and outlying areas as owner of Larry’s Sewing Machine Sales & Service and Larry’s Carpet Cleaning. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Janet (Baker) ’70; his daughter, Susan, along with his grandson, Andrew, and the rest of the Feightner family. Linda (Meissner) Shattuck ’84 of Mason, Mich., passed away November 21, 2013, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born November 12, 1961, to Stuart and Barbra Meissner. In 1984, she graduated with honors from Olivet with a degree in biology. She married Scott Shattuck ’84 on August 10, 1985. For 30 years, she worked as an office/ accounting manager for Lansing Endodontic Specialists. In her younger years, she attended Milwaukee First Church of the Nazarene. As an adult, she was a member of Mason First Church of the Nazarene and served there as an active board member, a choir member and with the children’s ministry. She also received the Church of the Nazarene’s Distinguished Service Award. Survivors include: daughter, Cassie (Shattuck) Short ’12 and her husband, Jared ’11; Stuart, an Olivet senior; and Spencer, an Olivet freshman. Jeremy Dale ’03 passed away on November 3, 2014, at the age of 34. Jeremy was a talented artist known for his creation of the comic “SKYWARD” with Action Lab Entertainment. He also is known for his contributions to “Popgun,” his illustrations of “G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero,” 25th anniversary comics written by Larry Hama, and his work with “NFL Rush Zone” comics. Jeremy is survived by his wife, Kelly (Milcinovic) ’03, who worked alongside him at Action Lab Entertainment as a co‑director of marketing.
OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY AT A GLANCE ACADEMICS
CAMPUS
More than 120 areas of study organized into four schools and one college. Bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees are offered. Students have the opportunity to study in locations such as Australia, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, England, Egypt, Romania, Japan, Uganda, Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles.
The beautiful, park-like campus includes 31 major buildings on 250 acres. We are located in the Village of Bourbonnais, Ill., just 50 miles south of Chicago’s Loop, with additional School of Graduate and Continuing Studies locations in Rolling Meadows and Oak Brook, Ill.; Indianapolis, Ind.; Grand Ledge and Grand Rapids, Mich.; and Hong Kong.
SPIRITUAL LIFE As a Christian community, we are committed to making worship of God the central focus of our lives. Our faith then in Jesus Christ cannot be separated from the educational experience, and we seek to honor God in all we learn, say and do. Through chapel services, each segment of the college community has the opportunity to join with others in worship and receive instruction in the Word and encouragement to serve. Notable and world-renowned speakers regularly address the Olivet community during chapel.
STUDENTS More than 4,800 (2,900 undergraduate) students from more than 40 states and several world areas, representing more than 40 religious denominations.
ATHLETICS At Olivet Nazarene University, champions are born each season within 21 intercollegiate teams, with a commitment to provide competitive athletic awards and scholarships for qualifying candidates. Varsity teams for men include basketball, baseball, cheerleading, cross country, football, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, and track and field. Varsity women compete in basketball, cheerleading, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. In addition to varsity sports, more than half of the student body participates in Olivet’s thriving intramural and club sports programs.
ACCREDITATION Includes the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (www.ncahlc.org), the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education, the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the American Dietetics Association, the Council on Social Work Education, the National Association of Schools of Music, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
GRADUATE STUDIES AND PROGRAMS Business: Bachelor of Business Administration,+ Master of Organizational Leadership, Master of Business Administration Counseling: Master of Arts in Professional Counseling, Master of Arts in School Counseling Education: Safety and Driver Education Endorsement, English as a Second Language Endorsement, Middle School Endorsement, Reading Endorsement, Teacher Leader Endorsement,* Master of Arts in Education: Curriculum and Instruction,+ Master of Arts in Education: Library Information Specialist, Master of Arts in Education: Reading Specialist,+ Master of Arts in Teaching, Doctor of Education: Ethical Leadership – Interdisciplinary Engineering: Master of Engineering Management
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Students participate in more than 90 clubs and organizations representing diverse interests, including campus newspaper, yearbook and literary magazine, ROTC, Radio Broadcasting (Shine.FM), numerous choral and instrumental ensembles (including marching band and the University orchestra), drama and musical theatre performances, intramural athletics, as well as community volunteer and spiritual life organizations.
ALUMNI Olivet Nazarene University has graduated many notable alumni who have given back to the University, the Olivet region, the Church and the world in so many ways. There are more than 37,000 alumni living around the world.
History: Master of Arts: Philosophy of History or Political Theory Nursing: Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing,* Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN), Master of Science in Nursing,* Masters of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Ministry: Master of Arts: Biblical Literature, Master of Arts: Christian Ministry, Master of Arts: Family Ministry, Master of Arts: Pastoral Ministry, Master of Arts in Religion, Master of Arts: Pastoral Leadership,* Master of Arts: Christian Thought, Master of Ministry, Master of Ministry in Spanish, Master of Divinity, Master of Arts: Youth Ministry, Bachelor of Practical Ministry, Master of Practical Ministry, Master of Arts: Urban Pastor Leadership
ADMISSIONS Olivet admits qualified students based on high school records (or college transcripts for transfer students) and ACT score. The average ACT score for incoming freshmen is 24.
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AREAS OF STUDY Including majors, minors and concentrations
Accounting Actuarial Science Art Art Education Athletic Coaching Athletic Training Biblical Languages Biblical Studies Biochemistry Biology Broadcast Journalism Business Administration Business Administration Not-for-Profit Mgmnt Business Information Systems Chemistry Child Development Children’s Ministry Christian Education Commercial Graphics/ Marketing Communication Studies Computer Science Corporate Communication Criminal Justice Dietetics Digital Media: Graphics Digital Media: Photography Drawing & Illustration Early Childhood Education Earth & Space Science Teaching Economics & Finance Elementary Education Engineering - Computer Concentration Engineering - Electrical Concentration Engineering - Geological Concentration Engineering - Mechanical Concentration English English as a Second Language English Education Environmental Science Exercise Science Family & Consumer Sciences Family & Consumer Sciences Education Family Studies Fashion Merchandising Film Studies Finance Forensic Chemistry French General Studies Geography Geological Sciences Greek Health Education Hebrew History History Teaching Hospitality Information Systems Information Technology Intercultural Studies Interior Design
International Business International Marketing Leadership Studies Legal Studies Literature Management Marketing Marketing Management Mass Communication Mathematics Mathematics Education Media Production Military Affairs Military Science Ministerial Missions Missions & Intercultural Studies Multimedia Studies Music Music Composition Music Education Music Ministry Music Performance Musical Theatre Nursing Painting Pastoral Ministry Philosophy & Religion Physical Education & Health Teaching Physical Science Political Science Pre-Art Therapy Pre-Dental Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician’s Assistant Pre-Seminary Pre-Veterinary Print & Online Journalism Psychology Public Policy Public Relations Radio Broadcasting Recreation, Sports & Fitness Religion Religious Studies Science Education Secondary Education Social Science Social Science Education Social Work Sociology Spanish Spanish Education Special Education Sport Management Television & Video Production Theatre Writing Youth Ministry Zoology
a National Recognition Olivet is recognized as one of America’s “Best Colleges & Universities” by U.S. News and World Report for the 10th consecutive year, as well as one of the nation’s Colleges of Distinction for 2014-2015.
BY THE NUMBERS*
2,926 Undergraduate students
92% Graduates secured a job or enrolled in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
Total number of students
4,877 100%
Student to faculty ratio
120+ Areas of study
Pass rate for Illinois Teaching Certification
$80,964,678.06
Total financial aid awarded to ONU students
92%
Engineering students passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (national average: 76%)
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Nursing students passed state boards (5-year average)
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Olivet students receive financial aid
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Men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletic teams * data compiled 2013-2014
Engineering the Future b Olivet opens 30,000 sq. ft. of additional and renovated engineering space, equipped with innovative 3D printers and high-tech lab space. This ABET- accredited program has doubled enrollment over the last two years.
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THE benediction O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, our shelter from the stormy blast, and our eternal home. Under the shadow of thy throne, still may we dwell secure; sufficient is thine arm alone, and our defense is sure Before the hills in order stood, or earth received her frame, from everlasting, thou art God, to endless years the same. A thousand ages, in thy sight, are like an evening gone; short as the watch that ends the night, before the rising sun. Time, like an ever rolling stream, bears all who breathe away; they fly forgotten, as a dream dies at the opening day. O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come; be thou our guide while life shall last, and our eternal home. O God, Our Help in Ages Past by Issac Watts
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ORPHEUS CHOIR Now in its eighth decade, Orpheus Choir has performed across the country and around the world. Pictured here rehearsing for a concert at Chicago's historic Fourth Presbyterian Church, Orpheus will perform again at this Chicago landmark in March 2015, as well as travel to India in May to sing and work with local schools and churches.
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