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Founded by a group of committed educators, church leaders and business laypersons. Olivet Nazarene University has led the call of an “Education with a Christian Purpose” since 1907. Today, more than 50,000 living alumni worldwide continue that commitment.
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November 21, 2025
Olivet Nazarene University STEM students gain unique opportunities beyond the classroom thanks to the McGraw Endowment.
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June 10, 2025
This year’s Scholar Week featured 32 presentations by 65 student and faculty presenters and drew more than 800 student and faculty attendees over a five-day span.
May 5, 2025
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April 17, 2025
Recipients of Pence-Boyce research grants pursue intensive projects.
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Students Participate in 42nd Annual Kankakee & Iroquois River Clean Up