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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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October 10, 2025
Advance your career with Olivet Nazarene University’s online Doctor of Education in Ethical Leadership.
September 9, 2025
Doctorate Day connects online Ed.D. students and faculty at event on campus
July 31, 2025
Ed.D. track options allow advanced learners the chance to specialize their academic interests
July 25, 2025
Olivet’s graduate programs represent a comprehensive approach to professional development, combining academic rigor with practical application.
May 12, 2025
“Faculty members are enhancing their own expertise while also elevating our students’ education by bringing fresh insights, advanced research and a deeper understanding of the issues shaping education today.”
May 7, 2025
Spotlight on the School of Education with Lance Kilpatrick
May 5, 2025
Highlights from the Baccalaureate service and the Commencement ceremonies for the undergraduate and graduate classes of 2025.
March 31, 2025
Discover how your professors could be the key to your success.
March 6, 2025
Olivet’s online Ed.D. in Ethical Leadership is designed for professionals who want to make a real difference in their organizations and communities.
January 29, 2025
“My Ed.D. degree has been transformative for me. I’m seeing better ways to do things, to learn and to lead others.”
January 14, 2025
Working closely with his advisor, professors and the members of his cohort, Dr. Maxson experienced personal and professional growth from the first class to graduation.
December 30, 2024
“I have a deeper understanding of how to be an authentic leader because of my Doctor of Ethical Leadership degree from Olivet Nazarene University”
December 12, 2024
This special in-person event helps connect students with the campus, faculty and alumni, as well as with one another.
December 7, 2024
“ONU’s EDD program was so much more dynamic and robust than I expected. This program takes students into so many different areas of leadership.”
October 4, 2024
In a world of noise and of words that mislead or control or manipulate, our mission as Christians remains bound to the word and to Christ, the Word.
September 13, 2024
Olivet Nazarene University has achieved a series of distinguished accolades and awards in 2024, underscoring the University’s commitment to academic excellence, innovation and dedication to the campus community.
May 17, 2024
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March 18, 2024
Olivet Nazarene University: leading by example in higher education