Olivet News

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

Michaela and Joe Mantarian holding their baby

November 28, 2025

Joe and Michaela Mantarian, Olivet Alumni and Kankakee County Leaders | Olivet The Magazine

“Olivet instilled in us a commitment to purpose and community, and staying in Kankakee County allowed us to carry that forward.”

Ariel picture of Olivet Nazarene University's campus

November 26, 2025

Kankakee County and Olivet Nazarene University: A Long and Productive Connection | Olivet The Magazine

Since 1939, Kankakee County and Olivet Nazarene University have been doing something good together. The University and the people of Kankakee County are intertwined in all areas of economic, cultural, personal and professional growth.

November 6, 2025

With Honors: Environmental Awareness | Olivet The Magazine

“I had no doubt that Olivet would provide me with great educational opportunities and I saw that the interdisciplinary Honors Program would be a big part of that. But finding out that the cohort format would give me a built-in group of people to interact with was a big selling point for me.”

November 5, 2025

Riverside Healthcare and Olivet Continue Doing Something Good Together | Olivet The Magazine

Olivet’s partnership with Riverside Healthcare benefits the University and Kankakee County.

Picture of one of the lamps along the sidewalk at Olivet

November 4, 2025

In Pursuit of a Calling | Olivet The Magazine

A Process in BECOMING

Admissions counselor speaking with students

October 31, 2025

Finding Their Path | Olivet The Magazine

Transfer Student Story

October 30, 2025

Raving Fans: Slibeck Family | Olivet The Magazine

Where He Leads, We Will Follow

Group of people on a mission trip taking a picture in a building

October 27, 2025

Around the World | Olivet The Magazine

While much can be learned in classrooms here on campus, one of the best parts of the Olivet Nazarene University experience is the lessons gained when students engage with cultures and communities around the world.

October 22, 2025

Olivet The Magazine – 2025 Parent Guide

Annual “Parent Guide” issue coming soon to mailboxes.

October 8, 2025

Securing the Future | Olivet The Magazine

The Vital Role of Endowments in Higher Education

September 29, 2025

Constant in the Changes: Steve Krampitz | Olivet The Magazine

“Being part of the Olivet community is one of my greatest joys.”

A picture of the new statue installed in the quad at Olivet nazarene University. It depicts Jesus leading the students of Olivet to the chapel where graduation happens.

September 15, 2025

From The President | Olivet The Magazine

“We’re not just building an institution; we’re cultivating a community that reflects the very heart of our Christian calling.”

students singing on stage at College Church

September 11, 2025

YOU ARE INVITED | Olivet The Magazine

As we swing into the fall semester, we extend three invitations to the entire Olivet community of alumni, friends, fans and family.

September 3, 2025

Home Away From Home | Olivet The Magazine

“If you meet a student, offer to take them for lunch. It’s as easy as that. The important thing is to invest the time in people. You get back what you invest. And we’ve received a lot.”

August 29, 2025

Community a Place for all to Belong | Olivet The Magazine

Together, we can turn ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.

August 27, 2025

In the Neighborhood | Olivet The Magazine

“We probably don’t say it enough as an institution, but Olivet needs this community, and I know we’re forever grateful for the support of individuals, businesses, churches, nonprofits and governmental institutions that have continued to partner with us in creating a beautiful place to live and work.”

August 25, 2025

The Arts at Olivet | Olivet The Magazine

The consistent theme that connects all facets of the arts at Olivet is a desire to create meaningful connections based on a shared experience of music, visual art or theatre.

August 22, 2025

We Believe You Belong There: Study Abroad in Oxford, England | Olivet The Magazine

“The Oxford Scholar Semester is a unique study abroad program focusing on scholarly, academic engagement.”