Olivet News

Read all the latest news and featured stories from the Olivet community, including faculty, staff, alumni and friends.

A picture of the speakers during a Q and A session

April 30, 2026

“The Future is You” | 2026 Createur Conference Recap

Fourth annual conference and pitch competition inspires entrepreneurial spirit in students, faculty, staff and community and awards more than $20,000 to new business ventures

April 27, 2026

Dave Horton ’84 Receives Prestigious Illinois CPA Society Award

Associate professor of accounting recognized as an outstanding educator

March 30, 2026

Preparing Professionals to Serve

Olivet’s Accounting major is equipping and sending business professionals into some of the world’s most successful accounting firms.

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March 27, 2026

With Honors | Olivet The Magazine

Since 2011, the University Honors Program at Olivet Nazarene University has graduated 183 students, all of whom completed a capstone research project and thesis supervised by a faculty mentor in their respective disciplines.

Zach and Ingrid in their graduation regalia.

March 20, 2026

From Uncertainty to Confidence: Zach Ruddle, MBA graduate

Olivet’s MBA program equipped Zach to face his future confidently.

Woman on a laptop doing work in her kitchen

February 13, 2026

Olivet Nazarene University Announces Special Pricing for Trinity Christian College Alumni

New pricing extends partnership between Olivet and Trinity, offering significant discounts for all graduate programs.

February 2, 2026

Transfer Centric | Olivet The Magazine

The Office of Admissions has a dedicated team of professionals who work exclusively with prospective transfer students to provide a smooth transition from one college experience to the next.

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January 26, 2026

Createur Conference 2026 Seeks to Inspire the Next Generation of Creators

The annual entrepreneurship conference returns to Olivet with focus on faith & innovation for the next generation of business leaders and creators

The accounting students and professors standing in front of the Bean in Chicago for a picture.

January 23, 2026

By the Numbers: Olivet’s Accounting Major in the McGraw School of Business

Olivet’s Accounting program has surged, with a 400% increase in majors, top‑ranked CPA exam performance, strong job placement and growing demand from major firms.

December 29, 2025

2025 Updated Impact Study: Olivet and Kankakee County Doing Something Good Together | Olivet The Magazine

Early findings show that Olivet’s presence continues to make a significant impact in Kankakee County.

Katie McDonald and other volunteers at White House

December 12, 2025

Katie (McDonald) Harrell ’11 Helps Bring Christmas to the White House

“It reminded me that God’s timing is perfect. And His assignments, even the unexpected ones, are always good.”

Heather with some classmates at a conference in Texas

December 3, 2025

Everything for Good: Heather Perry, Olivet alumna

“I grew up in difficult circumstances, and people lavished love on me. Now, I get to do that for families I work with through ARO. We have a summer feeding program, and I get to visit 20 of those families. I pray with them and listen to them share about their experiences. God uses everything for good.”

November 19, 2025

First Person — LaToyia Strickland-Ledbetter ’06 shares her story

From reviving Proclamation Gospel Choir to her work as senior director of marketing at Shedd Aquaraium

Admissions counselor speaking with students

October 31, 2025

Finding Their Path | Olivet The Magazine

Transfer Student Story

October 16, 2025

Double the Learning: Thane Moore and Ethan Moore, MBA students at Olivet

“Leadership is a journey. Growth is ongoing. We need to have struggles to grow. So, we are persevering together in this part of our journey.”

September 12, 2025

Olivet Recognized as 2025-26 College of Distinction

University recognized for excellence in business, education, engineering, nursing

June 20, 2025

Balanced Books for Academic & Career Preparation — Sosuo Anigboro ’24

Young Alumni Spotlight Series: Sosuo shares about how immigration setbacks proved to set her up well for stunning success as an Olivet student and in her accounting career at EY

June 17, 2025

Meet Daniel Ferris, new director of Entrepreneurship program at Olivet Nazarene University

Daniel Ferris is taking on a new role as director of ONU’s Entrepreneurship program and prepares to welcome students for the 2025-2026 academic year.