SEPTEMBER 2025 EDITION

Welcome to the Parent & Family Newsletter!

The fall semester is underway! Students are finding their rhythms and routines with classes and life on campus. To see the most recent story recapping our first week, click here.

 

Whether your student is starting their first year or their final year, our hope is that this newsletter gives you the insight, tools and resources to help you stay attuned to what's happening on campus! 

 

Please take note of all the announcements, workshops, and activities that your student can take advantage of; and there's some things just for you! 

 

We can't highlight everything so feel free to check out our News and Events pages on the main website. 

 

I hope that the enclosed information is helpful to you. If you have any questions about the content or recommendations for items to include in the next bi-monthly newsletter, please email ONUcares@olivet.edu. You can also feel free to reach out with any questions or if you just need some advice, direction, or prayer! Also, please check out our resources for parents on our website: Parent Resources.

Join us October 17-19 for Homecoming and Family Weekend!

 Check out the calendar of activities - including art exhibits, planetarium shows, athletic games, the 5th Quarter Fair, reunions, an evening of Worship with Meredith Andrews featuring Olivet's School of Music, and more! 

There is something for everyone to enjoy on campus. 

It's the perfect weekend to visit your student here on campus!

From the Office of the Registrar: 

 

  • If your student has questions about their major, classes, or other academic items and isn't sure who to ask . . . Encourage them to stop by the Registrar's Office in Burke or email us at registrar@olivet.edu 
  • If you have a Junior or Senior, encourage them to complete the Graduation Application in Self-Service to ensure they are on track to complete their degree.
  • All students can track their degree progress in Self-Service, which can be accessed through the My Olivet portal. Students may confirm that transfer credits, dual credits, and AP credits have been applied to their Olivet transcript.
  • For Freshmen and Transfers, academic advisors are assigned. Encourage your student to get to know their advisor in preparation for registration for Spring courses.
  • Graduation and Commencement details will be updated regularly on the Commencement webpage: olivet.edu/commencement
  • Important dates and information are sent by email and the official Instagram page @olivet_registrar

Olivet Announces Appointment of Ryan Green as University Chaplain

 

Green brings extensive pastoral leadership experience, military service background and a passionate commitment to spiritual formation that aligns with Olivet’s mission to provide a Christ-centered education. 
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New Parents: Revisit these helpful videos from Move-In/Jumpstart Weekend!

Looking Ahead at the Academic Calendar...

  • September 19 – Final Day to drop Block I courses
  • October 13-14 – Fall Break (no classes)
  • October 17-19 – Homecoming
  • October 19 – Online Block I courses end
  • October 20 – Block II courses begin
  • November 7 – Final day to drop semester-length courses
  • November 14 – Final day to drop Block II courses
  • November 26 - November 30 – Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes)
  • December 1 – Classes resume at 7:30 a.m.
  • December 10-12 – Final examinations
  • December 14 – Online Block II courses end

From One Parent to Another...

 

Pray that they would be given the confidence to seek out new opportunities and connections with others. Community is crucial and we hope that your students feel a sense of belonging here!

 

Celebrate the small milestones and victories of the semester with them.

 

Encourage them to introduce themselves to their professors and faculty members. They are there to help your students!

Does your student need academic or counseling support? 

Encourage them to check out these resources below.

P.S. '26-'27 FAFSA officially becomes available on Oct. 1 

Students can file at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

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