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IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES
YOUR STUDENT'S FUTURE BEGINS NOW
UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL AID
WHAT EVERY FAMILY NEEDS TO KNOW
ASK THESE QUESTIONS AVOID SURPRISES LATER
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Welcome to The Parent Guide, a special issue of Olivet The Magazine, published by Olivet Nazarene University. This issue is designed specifically to assist you, the parents of future college students, in navigating the college search process alongside your child. Our aim is to provide information that will help you evaluate each college and university you want to explore. Choosing the right school is an extremely important process for students and families. In their book, “Packin’ Up and Headin’ Out,” Jill and John Bowling share thoughts about the importance of the college years. They write: “The impact of these years is immense and perhaps more dramatic and significant than any other period in life. Why? “Because during these years, besides getting an education that will provide one with an academic foundation for life, students will also: make the transition from living at home to living on their own, move from being under the nearly constant authority and supervision of parents to being independent, choose a career path, develop lifelong friendships, more formally establish your personality, and one may find a life mate.”
The college search process can be vast, complicated, time-consuming and even stressful at times, so we hope you find this issue informative, useful, inspiring and reassuring. We hope you embark on this journey with a sense of excitement and that you are startled by the grace and goodness of God at many stops along the way. No matter which colleges you are exploring, the entire Olivet community is with you in spirit and available to you should you have questions at any point. May God be with you and bless you! The Editorial Board
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WHAT'S A PARENT TO DO? “Today, there are some 5,300 colleges and universities in the United States, everything from beauty schools to Harvard. How many colleges and universities do we really need?” - Jeffrey J. Selingo, The Washington Post, July 20, 2015
There is no shortage of options when you’re trying to help your child choose a place to pursue higher education. The real challenge is finding the right place — the college or university where each individual student will thrive. You and your child probably have some of the same concerns as you search for that right place. But most likely, you also have parental concerns.
No matter which schools you explore, this parent guide will be an invaluable help. It provides information that is widely applicable. It also provides some nice-to-know specifics about Olivet Nazarene University. The editors of Olivet The Magazine, as well as the University’s professional staff, are happy to field your questions and connect you with experts who can assist you. May you find guidance in these pages and joy in the process of discovery.
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Dr. John C. Bowling serves as the 12th president of Olivet Nazarene University. An Olivet alumnus and Harvard
University Fellow with two master’s degrees and two earned doctorates, he is a best-selling author and a prominent
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national speaker. He is internationally recognized as an outstanding leader in higher education and the Church. His most recent book is ‟ReVision: 13 Strategies to Renew Your Work, Your Organization, and Your Life.ˮ
Olivet The Magazine: What should parents look for to help determine the promised value of any given college experience?
John C. Bowling: Look for the value proposition, the statement that summarizes why you should buy a certain product or use a certain service. In this case, it’s the experience at a particular college or university. The value proposition should communicate — in a phrase or a single sentence — what sets apart a specific institution. It is a promise of value. At Olivet, our value proposition is this: “We believe higher education should have a higher purpose.”
VALUE & CULTURE
Raising children typically provides training in getting good value. Remember shopping for shoes or winter coats or bicycles? Did you ever lament buying toys/ clothes/electronic devices because they fell short of their promised value? The value mindset serves you well as you help your child find the right college. In this Q&A for Olivet The Magazine, Dr. John C. Bowling, president of Olivet Nazarene University, offers his perspective on the college value proposition.
We are not merely a university whose task is to provide a set of courses leading to a degree. We do that, but that is not all we do, and it is certainly not our reason for existence. If all we do is give degrees, we have missed our calling. The good news is that our primary purpose is not education alone. It is also transformation. Olivet offers an exceptional academic program. In addition, we provide a place where young men and women learn to love God with all their minds, hearts and spirits, and to love others as themselves. OTM: With the escalating costs of higher education, is a university education really worth the investment? JCB: The cost of a university-level education must be viewed through the lens of investment, not just cost. What is the return on such an investment? The U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics analyzes employee earnings data biennially according to education level.
These findings indicate that workers with college degrees earn significantly more than those without. They also emphasize how lower education levels tend to correspond with higher unemployment rates. In 2015, adults with bachelor's degrees took home more than those with high school diplomas. Degree holders earned $48,500 a year, while diploma holders earned $23,900.
But the value of a university degree goes well beyond the economic return. Attending a university broadens a person’s understanding of oneself and the world, and it enriches one’s life through the wide variety of experiences and relationships.
OTM: Over the course of your career, you have seen many students thrive and some fail. In your opinion, what is the basis for student success? JCB: Students sometimes come to school with unrealistic expectations. Some do not recognize the level of discipline it will take to complete four years of university-level studies. With that in mind, student success is best supported by creating a synergy among faculty, staff and families. Student success starts at home and continues through freshman orientation programs, student residential life, academic support, and — at Christian schools — the work of the chaplain’s office. At ONU, we are fully committed to help identify students who may be struggling and to provide those students with support. The Elwood Center for Student Success at Olivet leads this important initiative. OTM: "What if my daughter or son struggles in college?" It’s a question many parents ask. How do you respond?
JCB: It is important for parents to know that most students will struggle at some point during their college experience. It’s called “life.” Parents need not overreact. Yet, if a student’s struggles persist, parents should feel free to contact the university for help. At Olivet, there is a great system in place to assist students, and we are happy to provide support.
OTM: What is your best advice for parents of incoming freshmen? JCB: Start early to help your children develop an appropriate level of self-sufficiency before you send them off to college. Students must learn to take responsibility, to solve problems on their own and to become their own advocates.
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OTM: How is the president of a university involved in influencing the campus culture and setting the tone of university life? What are some essential elements of a successful campus culture? JCB: First, let me say a word about the significance of a campus culture and ethos. I am convinced it is as important as the quality of the academic preparation an institution provides. The campus culture — values, traditions, standards, shared commitments and so on — is the primary shaping influence upon students. In his best-selling book, “The Advantage,” Patrick Lencioni writes, “The single greatest advantage any company can achieve is organizational health.” He writes about businesses, but the same is true for colleges and universities. Every school has its own personality. At the university level, the essential qualities that shape campus life include a strong sense of mission, clear values of respect for others, a positive outlook that pervades campus activities and objectives, a strong sense of community, a positive spiritual tone and joy. Getting a university education ought to be a joyful experience! Although fostering and maintaining a positive campus culture takes all of the faculty and staff, it must be publicly embodied and expressed by the university president. If he or she is passive or absent from this aspect of university life, the school’s potential will be significantly diminished. OTM: How is institutional culture built and sustained?
JCB: Institutional culture is built intentionally by clarifying the mission, celebrating community, fostering positive relationships, providing a set of campus traditions, and nurturing multidimensional positive support for students, faculty and staff. The culture is strengthened and sustained by open, honest communication and constructive problem solving. OTM: What is the mission of Olivet Nazarene University, and what is the Olivet ethos? JCB: Here is where one encounters the Olivet difference. Our mission statement addresses this very issue: “Our mission is to provide highquality academic instruction for the purpose of personal development, career and professional readiness, and the preparation of individuals for lives of service to God and humanity.” The threefold nature of this statement clearly indicates that the reason Olivet exists goes beyond professional preparation alone. While that aspect is important, our commitment is broader and deeper. Olivet does more than help our students know how to make a living. We also help them learn how to build a life of significance and purpose. Thus Olivet offers more. Compared to most other universities, it has a strong value-added dimension.
FRIENDS FOR LIFE Olivet is a vibrant, thriving community of students, faculty and staff who live, study and worship together. Community is woven throughout the Olivet experience, creating bonds that last a lifetime.
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DR. STEPHEN CASE
THE CASE FOR LIBERAL ARTS A colleague’s email signature includes this quote often attributed
Yet the liberal arts are more than transcendent skill development.
the lighting of a fire.”
formation of persons. A liberal arts education allows human beings
to William Butler Yeats: “Education is not the filling of a pail. It is No one has been able to prove Yeats actually said those words.
But whoever spoke them was affirming Greek writer Plutarch,
who wrote nearly two millennia ago that the mind was “not a vessel to be filled but wood to be ignited.”
The idea that learning should go beyond professional or career
preparation to the shaping of the whole person — mind, body
and soul — is the touchstone of a liberal arts education. The acquisition of skills and accumulation of knowledge is certainly part of the educational endeavor, but it cannot be the only part.
A liberal arts education is the formation of personhood. It is the
groundwork upon which all further learning — in career, graduate school or life itself — is built. Career preparation is training for a job. Liberal arts education is preparation for a life.
The great Christian thinker G. K. Chesterton once said that tradition
was the truest democracy, because tradition is giving a vote to all
those who have gone before. A liberal arts education builds on the cumulative wisdom of the Western experience, a heritage of Christian culture in dialogue with the best of classical learning and continuing with development of the modern academic disciplines.
FOR THE MODERN WORLD Far from being an antiquated study of dusty topics, the liberal arts allow wide engagement with literature, arts, humanities,
the sciences and mathematics. They hone critical thinking and communication skills, develop cultural and scientific literacy, and
cultivate the ability to wrestle with ideas and engage differing points of view. These are exactly the skills most needed in our increasingly connected, diverse and technologically charged
world. In an environment where the average person will have
many different jobs in the course of a career, employers are beginning to recognize the value of skills that transcend the
DR. STEPHEN CASE, the director of Strickler Planetarium at Olivet Nazarene University, teaches and writes about the history
Education does not exist primarily to serve industry. It exists for the to deeply perceive the world and humanity’s cultural heritage
within it. It provides — as described by Donald Schmeltekopf,
provost emeritus at Baylor University — an opportunity to explore the “formative and enduring ideas surrounding God, nature
and human life.” At Olivet, this means students become more engaged, more compassionate and better-rounded citizens.
John Herschel, the 19th-century British astronomer and
polymath, said that “to the natural philosopher there is no natural object unimportant or trifling ... he walks in the midst of wonders.” For the man or woman trained in the liberal arts, the world is
never something to exploit or take for granted. It is something to approach with humility and gratitude. It is something that forms a rich, interwoven tapestry with humanity’s cultural heritage.
Will studying astronomy — exploring the narrative of science and
what humanity has learned of our place in the universe — make better accountants or ministers or nurses? Will studying literature — learning how the greatest minds of the ages have expressed
themselves in verse and prose — make better engineers or doctors or teachers? Yes. Undoubtedly. More than this though, a liberal arts education is part of our heritage and charge as followers of Christ. The tradition of
Wesleyan holiness and the testimony of the Incarnation give us
confidence that, in the words of poet Gerard Manley Hopkins, “the world is charged with the grandeur of God.” Thus, a Christian education is one that must encompass that world and humanity’s engagement with it as broadly as possible.
At Olivet Nazarene University, we aspire to such an endeavor with
the “deepest piety and the highest scholarship,” confident that the liberal arts are not only alive but also vital in this millennium.
particulars of professional preparation.
of astronomy. His research has appeared in Historical Studies in the Natural Sciences, Mercury, Endeavour and Annals of Science. He holds a doctorate in the history and philosophy of science from the University of Notre Dame. His website, stephenrcase. wordpress.com, features samples of his writing, photography and other interests sparked by the fire of his liberal arts education.
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SUSAN WOLFF
On a busy, early September afternoon, I returned to my office after
Whether my son uses one of the many resources and tools
of letters to be signed. Starting in August, we receive countless
clicks for him while he’s in a class or in his Freshman Connections
a meeting with my staff in the Admissions Center to find a stack applications from hopeful prospective students each day. My team works to immediately process and help qualify the group
of select young women and men — from across the country and
around the world — for enrollment at Olivet Nazarene University.
available through Olivet’s Career Services, or something just
group, or the Lord stirs his heart at Fall Revival, I know his future
path will be revealed in time. My job is to give him space so he
can discover all that Olivet will lay out for him and to encourage his exploration.
Though I do this each day, I don’t take it lightly. I read each name,
My son has grown up amidst the culture of collegiate academia.
other prayers, prods, conversations and even anxiety as each
he digs deeper. At home, the kitchen counter gets covered each
praying for them collectively. I know there have been countless
student got to this point in his or her college search. But this day was different.
Yet, he still continues to discover more and more about Olivet as
day with scores of college materials from competing schools around the country.
On the top of this day’s pile was a fresh acceptance letter,
I have to admit that my husband and I took distinct pleasure when
Bourbonnais, Illinois. He’s my oldest son.
the house, dropped everything else, took the Viewbook to the
addressed to Britten Andrew Wolff, an incoming freshman from
I knew it was coming, but I must admit that it still startled me a bit. How did we get here? How is this possible? Just yesterday I was holding his hand and helping him onto the school bus. My biggest worry was that the bus driver would get him to and from school safely. Now this. College.
I knew life would be different from this point on.
the new, oversized ONU Viewbook arrived. Our son brought it in couch, and looked at every page in silence. As he closed the last page and looked at the student with the megaphone, he looked
up at us and said, “This is sick.” That’s a good thing. He has been
on campus a million times and knows this place. That day, the excitement and possibility on his face revealed that “this place” was brand new for him and alive with endless opportunities.
Most comforting about his college choice is that I know Olivet is a
Each year at Freshman Orientation, I ask for a show of hands
safe place for him to explore and grow. The faculty and staff are
college. I joke about how we have additional counseling available
them, encouraging them, praying with them, shaping them,
from parents who are sending their first son or daughter to
experts devoted to assisting students on this journey — pushing
for those folks. But now this reality is mine, and the “hopes and
challenging them, and most important, loving them with a desire
fears” that I’ve often talked about are eerily real.
to see them succeed.
Like my son, many of the young men and women considering
My son is one of a few thousand students who will apply to Olivet
lean in a certain direction, they have not solidified their major.
own children and on to every student who chooses to make this
Olivet are ambiguous about what they will study. While they may
this year. The rich heritage of this University extends beyond my
That’s okay.
his or her college home. And that’s exactly what it is. A home. A
Approximately a third of all college students start without a
and spiritually.
focus or major, and over 50 percent change their major at least
place where family can mature together — socially, academically
once. It’s normal. At Olivet, we have decided to be proactive,
I am so grateful my son has chosen Olivet. And I am grateful Olivet
to begin “discovering” their concentration within a certain School
are now without number.
encouraging students to take core classes within a general area or College without the pressure of declaring a major.
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has made a four-year commitment to my son. The possibilities
SUSAN WOLFF ’94/’99 is dean of undergraduate enrollment at Olivet Nazarene University. During her 22 years of service,
she has also provided leadership as director of alumni relations and special assistant to the president. Under her tenure, Olivet has established an unparalleled culture of service and care for new students and their families. She holds a Master of Business Administration. She resides in Bourbonnais, Illinois with her husband, George ’93, and their sons, Britten,18, and Emmet,13.
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D R . PA U L K O C H
WES TAYLOR
COLLEGE IS NOT A COMMODITY In both my introductory and upper-division courses in economics,
Christian institutions, such as Olivet, are also particularly well-
“perfect competition.”
to the issues mentioned by David Brooks in his recent column,
we address a particular form of market structure that is known as This framework assumes that there are many producers of a virtually identical product, which means that no one firm has any
power over the market price. As a result, these enterprises are often characterized as “price takers” and are usually found in
sectors known as “extractive industries” or “commodity markets.” Examples such as agriculture and other natural resource markets
come readily to mind, since those companies cannot differentiate
their product from the output of other firms in a way that would lead potential buyers to pay more.
During our present age, it has become fashionable, at least in
some quarters, to refer to a college education as a commodity, where the “product” is indistinguishable from one institution to
another. Upon further reflection, however, this assumption breaks down fairly quickly, for the following reasons:
Every university has a distinct mission and identity. For example, even colleges which might appear, at first glance, to have the same academic purpose are not going to be identical with
respect to the qualifications of their faculty, the specific nature of their programs, their physical facilities or their extra-curricular
opportunities. No two teacher-education or land-grant institutions are going to offer identical experiences to their students. The same can be said for schools that emphasize the liberal arts or pre-professional programs.
Every university has a distinct ethos and culture. If we look just within the realm of faith-based institutions, those colleges
sharing a common commitment to the integration of Christianity and learning across the various academic disciplines do not all
pursue this calling in the same way. The spirit of each Christian
positioned, within the marketplace of higher education, to respond “The Big University,” which was published in the October 6, 2015,
edition of the New York Times. Brooks began his commentary by observing that “many American universities were founded as
religious institutions, explicitly designed to cultivate their students’ spiritual and moral natures.” After explaining the reasons why
this emphasis has declined over time, he makes the following statement:
Universities are more professional and glittering than ever, but in some ways there is emptiness deep down. Students are taught
how to do things, but many are not forced to reflect on why they should do them or what we are here for. They are given
many career options, but they are on their own when it comes to developing criteria to determine which vocation would lead to the fullest life.
When I read Brooks’ words in the preceding paragraph, I think
of Dr. John C. Bowling’s frequent admonition to Olivet students: focus not just on making a living, but on making a life as well.
I also think of my favorite section of our University’s mission statement, which was first printed in our Catalog more than 100
years ago: “We seek the strongest scholarship and the deepest piety, knowing that they are thoroughly compatible (and) … a Christian environment … where not only knowledge but character is sought.”
One of the privileges of teaching at ONU for 25 years has been the opportunity of working alongside colleagues who are engaged in
the process of combining scholarship and knowledge, along with
piety and character, as they invest daily in the lives of students. That is the Olivet difference.
college is going to be influenced by the history and tradition of that
institution, and also by its theological commitments and the unique
PAUL KOCH, PH.D is an expert economist, master teacher and member of the American Economic Association and the
contributions of its faculty, staff, students and alumni over time.
Association of Christian Economists. As a member of the faculty for the International Business Institute program, he lectures nationally and internationally on economic issues and spends the summer months teaching in Europe. He holds a bachelor’s degree from
George Fox University and a master’s and doctorate from Illinois State University. A trusted professor of business and economics at Olivet since 1992, Dr. Koch is a recipient of Olivet’s Richard M. Jones Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence.
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SOUND CHOICES
STEM STUDIES
Olivet’s 195-member Tiger Marching Band is one of more
Careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics
than 95 clubs, ensembles and organizations students
are projected to continue growing well into the 2020s. Olivet’s
can participate in. The corps-style band maintains a
future engineers begin their education in the Martin D. Walker
full schedule of home and away football games, parade appearances and music exhibitions.
School of Engineering, where labs, tools and curriculum support the University’s world-class engineering program.
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MIKE ROLAND
TESTIMONY
FIRST PERSON REUBEN LILLIE SINGER/ACTOR
Why should we spend time and energy studying the arts? Yes, it’s possible to enjoy art in ignorance. But there’s something to be said for knowing at least a little about the history and context of an art form. It’s possible to have fun at a baseball game without knowing exactly how the game is played. But understanding the rules of the game lends a deeper appreciation. Likewise with a fine arts education. Art is all around us. Why shouldn’t we enjoy it fully? Studying the performing arts has allowed me to hone a variety of life skills that I use every day in most aspects of my personal and professional life. I learned the value of collegiality — the necessary quality of sharing, connecting and reciprocating with fellow performers. And I learned the value of the art of communication, which is at the heart of a fine arts education. Then there’s the importance of a liberal arts education — developing a broad knowledge base. As an opera singer, I recently portrayed a 16th century Italian mathematician and philosopher. It was my responsibility to understand the setting as well as what motivates that character.
A large part of my education has been learning how to market myself. Personal networking is the lifeblood of this business. A career in the arts requires personal motivation. You make your own schedule, so you have to train to be disciplined and driven. Creativity is part of the human experience. It would be hard to get by without being creative or benefitting from the creativity of others. In the arts, we often cultivate creativity for creativity’s sake, not necessarily to cure a disease, fix a problem or invent a convenience. Instead, we simply create. For me, studying the fine arts — being able to nurture creativity — fosters abilities and generates opportunities that I will explore for a lifetime.
“CREATIVITY IS PART OF THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE. IT WOULD BE HARD TO GET BY WITHOUT BEING CREATIVE OR BENEFITTING FROM THE CREATIVITY OF OTHERS.”
Reuben L. Lillie studied music performance at Olivet Nazarene University, graduating with his bachelor’s degree in 2011. He went on to earn a master’s in music performance from the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University, and a master’s in divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary. He is a baritone, composer and scholar of music and theology. In 2016, he portrayed Salviati in the Des Moines Metro Opera production of “Galileo Galilei” by Philip Glass. 18
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BEN CHERNEY COMPOSER
By the time he graduated from Olivet Nazarene University in 2014 with a degree in music composition and theory, Ben Cherney had been accepted at his top three choices for grad school. In 2016, he earned his master’s degree and the Outstanding Scholar Award for Scoring for Film, Television and Video Games from Berklee College of Music in Valencia, Spain. He recently relocated to Los Angeles to explore music career opportunities with major film studios.
“ONE DAY, I WAS RECORDING WITH AN ORCHESTRA IN BUDAPEST. THE NEXT, I WAS PITCHING A SCORE CONCEPT TO THE MAN WHO PRODUCED THE MUSIC OF ‘THE LITTLE MERMAID,’ ‘MOULIN ROUGE’ AND ‘TITANIC.’”
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FIRST PERSON
Back row from left: Reagen ’17, Debbie, Rick ’85 and Megan Dykhouse. Front row from left: Ryan ’12, and Laura (Barbiea) Dykhouse
RICHARD DYKHOUSE CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
My family has always valued education highly. I remember my mother telling me from a young age that she would take a second job scrubbing floors to make sure I had a college education. Her words became a strong visualization for me. Her words instilled in me the value of education and the commitment my family had to education and lifetime learning.
I discovered the value of my Olivet decision as my time at Olivet fueled my vocational interest and as I experienced learning and preparedness with a Christian worldview. For example, Prof. Koch encouraged me to undertake a program in Washington D.C. This experience became a highlight of my learning about life, my vocation and what God was calling me to in my vocation.
Olivet Nazarene University became a natural choice.
In my life since Olivet, I have continued to witness the value of my education. I was well prepared for law school, for the MBA program I attended and for my vocation after graduate school. My Olivet experience continues to positively influence my career as I rely on the base of Christian living and purpose that was fortified as a college student.
Olivet had a reputation of being a community of learning where students enjoyed relationships with professors furthering their individual growth. Olivet represented a choice that wrapped these favorable outcomes in a commitment to Christ and a foundation in Christian living. Olivet had a strong record of preparing its students for graduate school, the next step for me. Like everyone, I certainly had other choices, but I could not escape the clear tangible and intangible value of the Olivet experience. I knew the sacrifice of my parents would more than pay off in my preparedness for life – not to just succeed in a world that demands excellence, but to succeed as an individual committed to life with a Christian purpose. Early in my freshman year, I experienced the value of my Olivet education. I met individuals who had a profound, positive impact on my life, my vocational calling and my commitment to Jesus and His values. I quickly turned my goals into a career as an attorney using my interest in business.
My Olivet experience has paid dividends in the lives of my family members. My wife, Debbie, and I have a son who will graduate from Olivet in 2017. Our eldest son earned his Olivet bachelor’s degree in 2012 and is about to complete his juris doctor at Harvard Law School. I have witnessed the Olivet value from a parent’s perspective, the way my parents saw it. Except that Olivet is even better now. I join my mother in saying that I would gladly take a second job scrubbing floors to make sure my children could attend college, especially at Olivet!
Richard R. Dykhouse, distinguished Olivet alumnus, trusted expert, and leader in business, media and communications, currently serves as executive vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary of the global communications company, Charter Communications, Inc. Frequently referenced in Forbes and Businessweek, he received a bachelor's degree in finance from Olivet Nazarene University, M.B.A. from Indiana University and J.D. degree from Indiana University School of Law. He and his wife, Debbie, are the parents of Ryan ’12, Reagen ’17 and Megan. 20
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"AS I CONSIDERED COLLEGES, A QUESTION HAUNTED ME. IF MY MOM WAS GOING TO SCRUB FLOORS TO MAKE SURE I COULD ATTEND COLLEGE, WHICH SCHOOL MADE MY MOM’S SACRIFICE WORTHWHILE?"
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TESTIMONY
FIRST PERSON GEORGE & JUNE KALEMKARIAN PARENTS
Katie Kalemkarian wanted to find a mid-size Christian university where she could study fashion design or fashion merchandising. She was accepted to Olivet Nazarene University and a university in Seattle, Wash. She visited the Seattle campus and immediately decided that was the place for her. But Katie’s father, George, offered some parental advice. He felt she owed it to herself to visit both schools before she made her decision. So Katie and her mother, June, headed for Olivet with a “this is a waste of time” mindset.
people we met made an indelible impression. Everyone was warm and accepting. As Katie and I walked the campus, we both felt God drawing us in and revealing that Olivet was actually the place He had for her.” Katie is a buyer for The TJX Companies, Inc., the global parent company of T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, Marshalls, Sierra Trading Post and a number of retail outlets outside the United States. Since 2006, she has worked for the company in Boston, Mass.; London, England; and Los Angeles, Calif.
“WITHOUT THAT CAMPUS VISIT, KATIE WOULD HAVE MISSED GOD’S WILL AND HER EXPERIENCE AT OLIVET, WHICH GAVE HER THE SOLID FOUNDATION THAT INSPIRED HER TO GO OUT INTO THE FASHION BUSINESS WORLD AND THRIVE.”
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“Our thinking quickly shifted,” June recalls. “The first thing that surprised us was the admissions building. It was lovely and revealed that Olivet appreciates beauty and excellence. Next, the
BE OUR GUEST A campus visit is a crucial step in the college selection process. An Olivet visit includes a meeting with an admissions counselor as well as a student-led tour, a meal in the dining hall, a classroom experience and any number of student activities. To schedule your campus visit, register at olivet.edu or telephone 800-648-1463.
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"HONESTLY – WE WEREN'T PREPARED TO PAY FOR cOLLEGE. WE WERE AMAZED WHEN WE fOUND OUT OLIVET HAD A TEAM TO HELP US FIND THE SOLUTIONS WE NEEDED." -THOMAS S., NAPERVILLE, Ill.
WHAT CAN WE DO TO MAKE COLLEGE AFFORDABLE?
UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL AID Your child’s college choice will be heavily influenced by how you and your student perceive cost and the financial aid process. Be sure you’re making decisions based on accurate information. You don’t want to rule out schools based on sticker shock when financial aid could bring those schools within reach. Here are some common concerns, addressed by Adam Banter, a former manager in the financial services industry who now provides financial aid counseling at Olivet Nazarene University.
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File your FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid), and file it as early as possible. The FAFSA is the gateway to state and federal financial aid, and universities use this information to determine your student’s awards. The FAFSA can give access to grants as well as loans that tend to have lower interest rates with the most advantageous payback schedules. Some state grants have limited resources. It’s important to file as soon as possible to ensure you receive everything you are eligible for.
WHEN CAN WE FILE THE FAFSA?
You can file the FAFSA at FAFSA.ed.gov beginning October 1, 2016, for the 2017-18 school year. This start date is new this year. You previously had to wait until January 1, but the government moved up the filing date so you can have your financial aid picture sooner and longer to best prepare for the start of school. Another improvement: You will be able to electronically pull financial information from your 2015 taxes directly into your FAFSA form.
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UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL AID AFTER FILING THE FAFSA, WHAT COMES NEXT?
The FAFSA allows your student to select up to ten schools to automatically receive your family’s FAFSA information. Each school that your student has applied to and been accepted to will then send a financial aid award letter outlining all of the federal, state and institutional aid your student is eligible for.
IS THERE MONEY FROM SOURCES OTHER THAN THE UNIVERSITY?
YES! Students should seek out local and national scholarships. Consider organizations your student has been a part of, businesses you frequent and your employer. Many offer scholarships. Just ask! For national scholarships, register at reputable websites such as scholarships.com, fastweb.com or collegeboard.org, and begin applying as soon as possible. Never pay for scholarship searches. The reputable sources are always free.
WHAT IF WE HAVE A REMAINING BALANCE? HOW DO STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES FIT INTO THE EQUATION?
It's important to find out how each admissions office handles test scores, as each school is different. If students take the ACT or SAT more than once (not required, but permitted by both testing organizations), some universities take the highest score while others take an average. A higher test score could improve an academic scholarship by thousands of dollars per year.
ARE THERE SCHOLARSHIPS IN ADDITION TO THOSE FOR ACADEMICS?
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The reality for most college students is that scholarships and government assistance alone do not fully cover tuition expenses. The remaining portion can be covered by parent loans, student loans or payment plans. There are many federal and private loan options. You should know that student loans require a co-signer. Payment plan options are unique to each institution. Financial aid is not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ process, so work with your financial aid advisor to explore your best options.
WHAT IS A PARENT’S BEST RESOURCE FOR INFORMATION?
This process can be overwhelming, so don’t be afraid to lean on financial aid advisors. They will work with you to find financial aid solutions based on your needs. Ask the tough questions and stay informed. The more involved you are, the easier it will be.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? At Olivet, the family advocates in the Office of Admissions are a great resource for families in every stage of the process. Call 800-648-1463 to arrange your personal Campus Visit and Financial Aid Consultation today.
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AFFORDABILITY
Faced with $27,750 in student loan debt upon college graduation in 2010, Illinois native Megan (Sherman) Eilders had every reason to feel overwhelmed. “The number alone was daunting,” she admits. “But I decided I was going to hit the ground running.” With determination and confidence, Eilders saw and treated debt as a temporary and curable condition. “My parents had been through Financial Peace training by [financial consultant and author] Dave Ramsey, and I used to make fun of them about it,” Eilders said. “But they still had all the materials, and with their advice, I decided to go for it. I set a goal of June 2012 to pay off the balance.”
PAID IN FULL
Eilders was fortunate enough to graduate early, completing her business marketing and management degree in just three and a half years. Just before commencement, she was hired into a full-time position in the Office of Admissions at her soon-to-be alma mater, Olivet Nazarene University. “While I was grateful for the job, my salary was modest,” Eilders explains. “But I was determined to ‘go big or go home.’ So it wasn’t unusual for me to be holding three jobs at any one time.” In her first years out of college, Eilders coached kids in swimming, worked as a lifeguard, babysat and served as a host at Chicago Bears training camp, held every summer on Olivet’s campus. The extra effort was worth it. In the span of just two years and eight months, Eilders’ loans were paid in full. She said she felt a great sense of accomplishment. “I didn’t want to pay extra interest,” she said. “I didn’t want it following me for a dozen years. The stubbornness in me — the determination, I guess — refused to accept it, though it’s commonly understood that student loans are good debt.” She says she understood the necessary sacrifices: “I missed some lunches with friends. I took no fancy vacations. And even though it was never easy, I knew I could hold strong. And the lesson she learned as a young grad will guide her for a lifetime. “Now, buying a house someday or purchasing a new car doesn’t seem impossible. I’ll save money to do it, But I refuse to go into long-term debt.” Throughout this financial journey, Eilders has remained steadfast in her commitment to God. “Tithing has always been a priority,” she said. “I never missed a tithe to my church. I’ve always believed — and my parents instilled in me — that if you give to God, He will bless you.” “I knew Olivet would cost more than a state school,” Megan explained. “But Olivet was such a blessing to my life that I knew I was willing to make the investment. I also had a clear sense that it was the right choice for me. “ Her advice to students who don’t have her confidence about clearing student loan debt? “Don’t listen to the naysayers. It’s possible. I am proof.” A version of this article originally appeared in the April 2013 edition of Olivet The Magazine. Megan Eilders is the articulation coordinator in the Office of the Registrar at Olivet Nazarene University. She and her husband, Nate, welcomed their first child, Bennett, in July 2016. Eilders reports that Bennett’s college fund is already established.
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OLLIES FOLLIES Fun with friends on campus is definitely a priority, especially during Ollies Follies weekends. For Wacky Games — one of the favorite events before the academic year gets rolling — the playing field is level for all classes. But seniors tend to pull out all the stops for their final Follies!
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“OUR ATHLETES ENGAGE IN MORE THAN 25 CHRISTIAN OUTREACH PROGRAMS. WHAT A TESTIMONY TO COMBINE CHRIST, ACADEMICS AND ATHLETICS AT A GREAT UNIVERSITY!” GARY NEWSOME ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, ONU COMMISSIONER, NAIA MID-STATES FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
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STRONG COMMUNITY Opportunities abound for students to engage and grow
help propel Olivet students into their chosen careers.
outside Olivet’s classrooms. Strong community life
Industry experts impart their knowledge in and out of
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festivities throughout the year.
NEED TO KNOW: FAFSA CHANGES If your child will be in college for school year 2017-18, heads-up: Changes have been made regarding the form that all families must complete each year — the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To give borrowers an earlier and more accurate estimate of financial aid, the government now allows families to file the FAFSA as early as October 1 for financial aid in the following school year. (In the past, families had to wait till January 1 to file.) So, for academic year 2017-18, the FAFSA can be submitted beginning October 1, 2016. Also, starting with the 2017-18 FAFSA, applicants have to show prior-prior year tax data — that’s information from two years before the intended college enrollment date — instead of data from just one year before, as required in the past. For 2017-18 applicants, that means providing tax information for 2015 instead of 2016. This change gives borrowers an earlier and more accurate estimate of their expected family contribution. It gives more people access to the IRS data retrieval tool, which automatically populates the student’s tax return data on FASFA. Since the tax data is from two years prior, it’s available right from the first day the FAFSA is available. For complete information on FAFSA changes and federal financial aid, visit the U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid site — https://financialaidtoolkit.ed.gov 36
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NURSING DEMAND HIGH THROUGH 2024
TIGERS LEAD NAIA IN SCHOLARS
STUDY-ABROAD OPTIONS SOAR
The need for registered nurses is projected to grow 16 percent in the decade leading up to 2024. The American Nursing Association estimates 1.2 million nursing vacancies by 2022. That signals much faster growth than nearly all other occupations. Why?
Olivet is one of two universities that led the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) in 2015-16 teams recognized for academic achievement. NAIA awarded Scholar Team status to 20 Tigers varsity teams. (No NAIA Scholar Team designation is available for Olivet’s 21st varsity team.) Concordia University of Nebraska also had 20 Scholar Teams.
By 2020, one quarter of total tourism — more than 300 million arrivals around the world — will be student-related.
Several reasons: increasing emphasis on preventive care, escalating rates of chronic conditions such as diabetes and obesity, rising demand for healthcare among baby boomers and looming large-scale retirement from the nursing workforce. The nursing major continues to attract the largest enrollment among areas of study at Olivet. Nurses with Olivet degrees are at work in hospitals, privatecare situations and other healthcare facilities around the world.
ONU’s women's teams finished the year with a team grade-point average of 3.34. Men's programs finished at 3.17. The 652 varsity student-athletes extended their success outside the classroom. Tigers teams collectively had their most successful athletic performance year in school history, capped by the men’s swimming and diving team’s NAIA national championship.
Only 10 percent of U.S. undergrads study abroad, though the number has more than doubled since 2001, according to the Association of International Educators. From the association’s blog: “Students who challenge themselves to make a deeper connection with our rapidly changing world are more adaptable, accomplished contributors to it.” In 2017, Olivet will sponsor a new opportunity — a three-week experience in the Czech Republic — among studyabroad options, which numbered 17 in 2015. Locations have included Costa Rica, Spain, Russia and Australia, as well as programs at Oxford University in England and in 10 Asian and European countries.
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CHICAGO CUBS PARTNERSHIP
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Olivet became the official education partner of the Chicago Cubs. Ben Zobrist ’04, the Cubs’ starting second baseman, is the partnership’s official spokesperson. The former Olivet Tiger is featured in communications highlighting Olivet’s new ONU Global initiative, the program that oversees the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies and administers non-traditional learning.
Last year’s recipient of the ONU Engineering Alumni Excellence Award, Andy Kizzee ’07, helps families step out of poverty and into a world of hope. Kizzee is a structural engineer and director of the Engineering Ministries International (EMI) office in New Delhi, India. His wife, Susan (Fleming) ’07, works alongside him.
Jobs of tomorrow will be plentiful in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Employment in STEM-related occupations will grow to more than 9 million by 2022. That’s an increase of about 1 million jobs over 2012 levels. From entry-level to midcareer and beyond, engineers — especially petroleum engineers — continue to have high earning potential.
“Ben is a man of faith and an outstanding example of a friend and teammate, and we are so glad to have him as an ambassador for Olivet and this partnership,” said Ryan Spittal, ONU vice president for strategic expansion.
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EMI teams communicate God’s love in a practical way by designing hospitals, orphanages, schools, clean-water projects and other facilities in developing countries. Kizzee says: “The Walker School of Engineering continues to challenge its students to use their engineering training and abilities to further God’s kingdom. I’m an example of that.”
Engineering, among Olivet’s fastest growing majors, offers 10 concentrations. Undergrads have the option to complete a ‘4+1’ program in conjunction with Olivet’s School of Graduate and Continuing Studies, earning both the Bachelor of Science in Engineering and the Master of Engineering Management degrees in a little more than five years.
After only four seasons in existence, the Olivet men’s swimming and diving team captured the University’s first NAIA national championship, clinching the 2016 title in Columbus, Georgia. The Tigers won seven individual national championships and two relay titles on their way to 714.5 points and the national title. Olivet’s Scott Teeters was named NAIA Men’s Coach of the Year for the second time. “While we have had numerous final four finishes and several national runner-up finishes, this in our first national champion,” said Gary Newsome, Director of Athletics at Olivet. “There’s just something special about being the best in your field. We are so proud of our swimming program and the accomplishments and dedication of our young men and women."
WOMEN’S TEAM TAKES SECOND PLACE The Olivet women’s swimming and diving team, also a four-year-old program, won the 2016 NAIA National Runner-Up title, marking the team’s highest-ever finish. The women amassed 502.5 points, winning three individual titles and posting 10 individual and five relay All-American performances. Amanda Moran (freshman, Lockport, Illinois) became the first swimmer in program history to be named NAIA Swimmer of the Year. Moran opened the meet by becoming the first female swimmer to win multiple national championships, taking the 100-yard and 200-yard backstroke titles. She set a new school record with her 1:59.32 finish in the 200yard backstroke.
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Visit! Fall is a great time to look at the schools on your college list. When classes are in session is the perfect time to connect with students and professors. Even sit in on a class or two. Olivet’s Purple and Gold Days (Fall Dates: Oct. 14, Oct. 21, Nov. 4, and Nov. 18) are ideal occasions to experience campus firsthand.
Follow up on applications. Verify with the guidance counselor that all forms are in order and have been sent to colleges.
Finalize a short list. Use the information gathered from college visits, interviews and research to determine where to apply. Compare and contrast schools on the short list to determine where they rank in priority. Stay on track with grades and activities. Colleges look at senior year, so stay focused on classes and maintain commitments to extracurricular activities. Take standardized tests. Register for and take the ACT, SAT or SAT Subject Tests as necessary. Add Olivet's school code so test scores are sent automatically. Keep track of deadlines. Sometimes it feels like all you are doing is paperwork. “Sign here. Fill this out. Send this in.” It may not be fun, but it is necessary. It is important to know what form is due when. Make a calendar showing the application deadlines for admission, financial aid and scholarships. Connect with a guidance counselor. Be sure the counselor knows where to send transcripts, score reports and letters of recommendation. Give counselors any necessary forms much earlier than the actual deadlines so they have time to complete them.
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Complete applications for schools on the short list. Make sure the guidance office has sent all necessary materials, including test scores, recommendations, transcripts and application essays. Plan to get all this done before winter break, so you won’t be rushed on deadlines.
A FAMILY TIMELINE
File the FAFSA! ‘No financial aid’ typically means ‘no college.’ Filing for the 2017-18 school year opens October 1, 2016. File as soon as possible to ensure access to eligible state and federal aid, as well as priority status for university scholarships. (Olivet’s school code is 001741). Some state programs have limited resources and are first come, first served. File early! Continue your scholarship search. Apply for scholarships with approaching deadlines and keep searching for more scholarship and grant opportunities. Using free online scholarship search tools is a great way to find potential aid. Ask colleges about their scholarship opportunities. Be sure to take this information into account when making a short list. A university’s sticker price can fluctuate greatly after financial aid and scholarships are applied. Talk specifically with a family advocate and enrollment advisor at Olivet to discover what scholarships are available and how competitive the financial package is.
Send mid-year grade reports. Ask the guidance counselor to send these reports to colleges on the short list. Remember, schools will continue to keep track of grades, so it’s important to keep working hard throughout senior year. Review college financial aid packages. Award letters should begin arriving at homes in late November for those who filed early. Though finances should never be the only factor in a decision, consider each package carefully, as not all colleges use the same format. Be sure to call your Olivet family advocate and enrollment advisor for further clarification (800.648.1463).
SPRING Prepare for any last standardized tests and ACT/ SAT retakes (statistically, students improve their score on the second or third attempt.). Take AP or CLEP tests to earn college credit as senior year winds down. Be sure to discuss these options with an enrollment advisor at each school on your short list, as every school awards college credit and academic scholarships differently. Make the final college decision. Notify all schools of your intentions by May 1. If still undecided, schedule campus visits to the schools being considered. Send in the enrollment deposit and have the guidance counselor send a final transcript upon graduation. Submit any other paperwork required by the university. Follow up on financial aid information. Be sure you have received a FAFSA confirmation and award letter. If necessary, explore and apply for loans. Maintain contact with the financial aid advisor to discuss the best options for paying for college. Interact with future classmates. Attend college events, check out class Facebook pages and finalize roommate selection.
SUMMER Attend summer orientation. Finalize course selections, choose a dorm room, meet freshman classmates, interact with faculty and staff, and begin the exciting experience of the next four years!
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Does the college offer your major? Are there ample areas of study? (In case the student changes majors.)
ASK THESE QUES TIONS
THE COLLEGE SEARCH IS ON
Are the professors accessible in and out of the classroom? Are the professors renowned in their fields? Are the academic programs rigorous? What’s the classroom experience? How many students are in each class? Does the college have strong internship, co-op and study-abroad opportunities? Will the school offer financial aid by way of scholarships, grants or other means? After financial aid is awarded, how affordable is the school? Are there added-value opportunities and services? What is the campus city or town like? What’s the weather like? How important is distance from home? Is the school near metropolitan areas with additional internships, jobs and culture? Does the college have on- and off-campus guidelines for living? Do you value the school’s policies regarding residential life? What arts opportunities are there?
You're juggling brochures, campus visits, and application deadlines.
Are there athletic teams to cheer on?
Sometimes, certain schools rise to the top before all the variables have been discussed. That's okay.
Are there fitness activities for students?
Here are some questions you may want to ask as you develop your short list.
What are all the on and off-campus dining options? Does the college offer off-campus living? What are some alumni success stories? Is there student support such as academic tutoring and career counseling? What clubs, intramural sports, ministries, and service or volunteer activities exist? Is the school a good fit?
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AT A GLANCE STUDENTS
More than 4,900 — 3,000 of them undergrads — from nearly every U.S. State, 17 countries and more than 40 religious denominations.
ADMISSION
Based on ACT score and high school records (college transcripts for transfer students). For incoming freshmen, average ACT score is 24.
ACADEMICS
More than 150 areas of study offered through the School of Business, School of Engineering, School of Life and Health Sciences, School of Education, School of Music, School of Theology and Christian Ministry and the College of Arts and Sciences. Study- abroad opportunities have included Australia, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, England, Egypt, Romania, Japan, Uganda, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.
AREAS OF STUDY SPIRITUAL LIFE
Christian community committed to making worship of God the central focus of our lives. Our faith then in Jesus Christ cannot be separated from the educational experience, and we seek to honor God in all we learn, say and do. Through chapel services, each segment of the University community has the opportunity to join with others in worship and receive instruction in the Word and encouragement to serve. Notable and world-renowned speakers regularly address the Olivet community during chapel.
ALUMNI
Olivet Nazarene University has graduated many notable alumni who have given back to the University, the Olivet region, the Church and the world in so many ways. There are more than 40,000 alumni living around the world.
ATHLETICS
Includes the Higher Learning Commission, the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education, the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the American Dietetics Association, the Council on Social Work Education, the National Association of Schools of Music, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.
At Olivet Nazarene University, student-athletes compete on 21 intercollegiate teams. Olivet provides competitive athletic awards and scholarships for qualifying candidates. Varsity teams for men include basketball, baseball, cheerleading, cross country, football, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis and track and field. Varsity teams for women include basketball, cheerleading, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field and volleyball. In addition to varsity sports, more than half of the student body participates in Olivet’s thriving intramural and club sports programs.
CAMPUS
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ACCREDITATION
Beautiful, park-like campus features 35 major buildings on 275 acres. Located in the Village of Bourbonnais, Ill., just 50 miles south of Chicago’s Loop, with additional School of Graduate and Continuing Studies locations in Rolling Meadows and Oak Brook, Ill.; Indianapolis, Ind.; Grand Ledge and Grand Rapids, Mich.; and Hong Kong.
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More than 90 clubs and organizations representing diverse interests, including campus newspaper, yearbook and literary magazine, ROTC, radio broadcasting (Shine.FM), numerous choral and instrumental ensembles (including marching band and the University orchestra), drama and musical theatre performances, intramural athletics, as well as community volunteer and spiritual life organizations.
GRADUATE STUDIES AND PROGRAMS Business: Bachelor of Applied Science in
Management, Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Organizational Leadership, Master of Business Administration
Criminal Justice: Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Education: Bilingual Endorsement, Driver’s Ed Endorsement, English as a Second Language Endorsement, Middle School Endorsement, Reading Endorsement, Teacher Leader Endorsement, Master of Arts in Education: Curriculum and Instruction, Master of Arts in Education: Library Information Specialist, Master of Arts in Education: Reading Specialist, Doctor of Education: Ethical Leadership Engineering: Master of Engineering Management Nursing: Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing for Paramedics, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN), Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing (RN-MSN), Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner Certification
Ministry: Master of Arts: Biblical Studies, Master of
Arts: Christian Ministry, Master of Arts: Family Ministry, Master of Arts: Pastoral Ministry, Master of Arts in Religion, Master of Arts in Pastoral Leadership, Master of Arts: Urban Ministry, Master of Ministry, Master of Ministry in Spanish, Master of Divinity, Bachelor of Practical Ministry, Master of Practical Ministry
Accounting Actuarial Science Art Art - Drawing/Illustration Art - Digital Graphics Art - Painting Art - Photography Art Education Athletic Coaching Athletic Training Biblical Languages Biblical Studies Biology Biology Teaching Business Administration Business - Healthcare Management Business Human Resource Management Business - Management Business - Not-for-Profit/ Philanthropy Business - Operations Management Business - Public Administration Chemistry Chemistry - Biochemistry Chemistry - Forensics Chemistry Teaching Child Development Children’s Ministry Christian Education Communication Studies Communication Teaching Computer Science Corporate Communication
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Including majors, minors and concentrations
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Multimedia Communication Live Event Media Management Multimedia Communication Ministry Media Multimedia Communication Radio/Record Industry Multimedia Communication TV/Video Production Music Music Composition Music Education Music Ministry Music Performance Musical Theatre Nursing Pastoral Ministry Philosophy Physical Education and Health Teaching Physical Sciences Political Science Pre-Art Therapy Pre-Dental Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician’s Assistant Pre-Seminary Pre-Veterinary Psychology Psychology Teaching Public Policy - Domestic Public Policy - Foreign Public Relations and Strategic Communication
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God of life and love, Yo u h a v e g i v e n m e t h i s c h i l d t o c a r e f o r t h i s l i t t l e w h i l e . My heart is welled with joy and thanksgiving, a n t i c i p a t i o n a n d a n x i e t y, a m i d s t a l o n g i n g t o b e t o g e t h e r a s w e h a v e b e e n t i l l n o w. T h e s e y e a r s o f g r o w i n g u p h a v e m o v e d s o q u i c k l y, so many things left undone, so much left unsaid, so much I still hope to give to my child who is taking this new step in the journey of life. Help us as we reshape our lives to reflect this new reality of college. Show us new ways to be present to each other in love and in trust. Give me patience and help me to remember that my child is establishing new routines in freedom, r o u t i n e s d i ff e r e n t f r o m m y r o u t i n e s . Calm my fears. Strengthen and protect my child in the midst of the challenges and temptations that surround all students. Grant greater courage that I myself may have had in s t a n d i n g f o r Yo u r t r u t h a g a i n s t c o m p r o m i s e s o f f a i t h .
HOPE AND A FUTURE Olivet students are inspired every day by their classmates, professors, coaches and mentors to live lives of higher purpose.
Provide good friends and worthy confidantes for my child during these college years. Help me to give support and confidence, t o d i s c e r n h o w I a m n e e d e d n o w, and to pass on, in my love, a measure of the strength and courage Yo u h a v e g i v e n m e i n t h e g i f t o f p a r e n t i n g . Amen. Author Unknown
AMEN
PARENT'S PRAYER
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