Olivet News

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

April 17, 2026

Olivet Alumnus Dr. Warren Rogers Appointed as Executive Director of ONU Foundation

Dr. Warren Rogers III ’98/’09 MA will serve as executive director of the Olivet Nazarene University (ONU) Foundation, beginning July 1, 2026.

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April 8, 2026

Olivet Nazarene University Offers Free Estate Planning Seminar

Free Estate Planning Seminar designed to provide clear, practical guidance to those in the Indianapolis area.

March 2, 2026

Olivet Nazarene University Adds Women’s Flag Football and Pickleball to Growing Athletics Program

Olivet’s two new sports are both set to compete beginning in fall 2026

November 4, 2025

Olivet Nazarene University Partners with Trinity Christian College to Create Seamless Transfer Pathway

Two Chicagoland area institutions are working to ensure students can continue their educational journey with confidence and support.

October 3, 2025

Olivet Nazarene University Board of Trustees Renews President Chenoweth’s Contract Through 2031

Five-year extension recognizes exceptional institutional momentum

August 6, 2025

Riverside Healthcare funds two new scholarships for Olivet Nazarene University nursing students

Designed to benefit Kankakee County and Riverside Healthcare as well as Olivet

July 28, 2025

Global Leadership Summit 2025

Olivet Nazarene University is proud to once again host the Global Leadership Summit — a world-class leadership experience right here on our campus, August 7–8, 2025.

November 27, 2024

Thanksgiving: A Time To Reflect and Give Thanks for Families

Adapted From Dr. Kent R. Olney’s Book, Sixty-Six.

October 30, 2024

Olivet Nazarene University to Honor Coach Bill Bahr with Locker Room Dedication

The new soccer facility naming will celebrate Bahr’s enduring legacy and his contributions to ONU athletics.

June 10, 2020

Letter from the President

Praying, Learning, Listening, Changing, Growing

May 11, 2020

Olivet Looks Forward to Fall 2020

A letter from University President, Dr. John C. Bowling.

May 4, 2020

Olivet’s Emergency Operations Center Provides Stability and Structure

EOC handles coronavirus complications for University.

April 24, 2020

Olivet Announces New Vice President for Academic Affairs

Dr. Stephen Lowe ’88 accepts new role on ONU’s administrative team.

April 16, 2020

Olivet Announces Commencement Plans for Class of 2020

The following announcement was communicated to students via email on April 17, 2020 from university president, Dr. John C. Bowling: Dear students,

October 3, 2019

Olivet Elects New Chairman of the Board of Trustees

University Announcement: Dr. Scott Sherwood ’92 elected for a three-year term.

August 21, 2019

Mark Reddy steps into executive director position at Olivet

“I want to continue the rich tradition of recruiting strong classes to our University.” – Mark Reddy

January 11, 2018

University president challenges Olivet students as Spring 2018 semester begins

Leading up to the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2018, Dr. Bowling addressed the gathering of students, staff and faculty in Centennial Chapel with this life-altering question. In his message, he shared a quote from Dr. King: “The time is always ripe to do right.” He challenged everyone to show the love of God in how they relate with other people. Dr. Bowling also extended a special welcome to new students and international students. He encouraged all students to intentionally meet more people and expand their circles of relationships this semester.

September 6, 2017

On my own: A word from President John C. Bowling

Dr. John C. Bowling, University president, was once a student at Olivet Nazarene University. Following are some of his recollections about his freshman year.