Olivet Viewbook - 2023

WE BELIEVE. YOU BELONG HERE.

OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY

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PERCENT OF STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID

MILLION

IN FINANCIAL AID AWARDED LAST YEAR TO ONU STUDENTS

100,000 VOLUMES IN ONU BENNER LIBRRAY RESOURCE CENTER

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC TEAMS

23+

ANNUAL GLOBAL AND LOCAL MISSION TRIP OPPORTUNITIES

23 GRADUATE AND DOCTORAL DEGREES AVAILABLE YEARS NAMED US NEWS BEST VALUE

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MINUTES FROM THE BOURBONNAIS CAMPUS TO CHICAGO’S LOOP

STUDENTS ENROLLED

14:1 STUDENT-TOFACULTY RATIO

SPORTS AND TOURNAMENTS WITH 22 INTRAMURAL MORE THAN 1,540 PARTICIPANTS EACH YEAR Statistics compiled from 2019, 2020 and/or 2021

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LIFE AT OLIVET Everyone says you meet your best friends at college — friends for life. The “Olivet Experience” is uniquely infused with activities that build a supportive, nurturing community. The beautiful, park-like campus provides a setting where students grow academically, spiritually and socially. Olivet has 24 intercollegiate athletic teams as well as a wide variety of intramural sports in which more than half of the student body participates. There are more than 90 student clubs, organizations and honors societies, including music ensembles, theatrical performances and volunteer opportunities. Numerous employment positions give students opportunities to engage in the community on and off campus.

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PROFESSIONAL READINESS Olivet alumni are found in almost every career path. Our graduates are NASA scientists and nature conservators; CEOs and CFOs; artists and performers; pastors and theologians; engineers and educators. With more than 140 areas of study — offered through bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees — Olivet is widely recognized for academic diversity and global reach. U.S. News “Best Colleges” report recently ranked Olivet a Top 10 Best Value Regional School in the Midwest, and distinguished Olivet with the special Social Mobility badge, recognizing the institution’s commitment to helping first-generation college students reach their academic goals.

SPIRITUAL LIFE Learning and growing go hand in hand at Olivet. Here, you’ll learn truth and gain wisdom as you are stretched academically and spiritually. The entire campus gathers twice each week for chapel services and there’s a freedom to discuss matters of faith openly. Professors and staff serve as mentors, and worship is a vital part of campus life. Many students take advantage of study abroad and mission trip opportunities in more than 21 local and world areas to expand their global perspectives.

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SMALL GROUPS & BIG DREAMS The ONU community is ideally sized for students looking for an up-close, hands-on education, while providing all the advantages of a premier Christian university.

SPIRIT OF COLLABORATION Whether in step with the ONU Tiger Marching Band or brainstorming a new feat of dynamic engineering, Olivet students journey together toward greatness.

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SOCIAL NETWORKING Olivet students choose to build relationships beyond the classroom, engaging in the more than 300 annual events offered to help build community.

TIGER TRADITIONS Homecoming, The Rock N Glow, Ollies Follies, the Color Run, Warm Cookie Wednesdays, Mr. ONU, Rec City and “Luddy” are all part of the student lexicon.

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LIFE TOGETHER Dining, exercising and sharing room responsibilities help foster deep, lasting friendships, and also create memories that last a lifetime.

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

“I have transformed from a sociallyawkward turtle (afraid to stick her neck out) to someone who has flourished — using my talents to create and assist in creating artistic media such as short films, documentaries, commercials, promo videos, plays and even musicals!”

SYDNIE WILSON PARK FOREST, ILLINOIS

“Olivet provides opportunities to be transformed in the classroom and on campus. I have personally grown the most through leadership roles that have stretched me, taught me valuable skills and brought me closer to God.” ROMAN SCHWARTZ KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI

“Teaching is not for the purpose of data acquisition but for application. If the student does not know how to apply the information, then real teaching has not taken place. Our students are very social and make this a fun place to learn.”

DR. LEON BLANCHETTE SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY AND CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

IN THEIR OWN WORDS “I have witnessed how Olivet empowers students to find their unique voice and discover their individual calling. This is an environment for students to explore, challenge and discover their purpose.”

DR. LYNDA ALLEN MCGRAW SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

“Olivet es conocido por su agradable ambiente. Un lugar donde puedes aprender cual es el propósito de Dios para tu vida. Olivet is known for its ‘friendly neighborhood’ atmosphere.

It’s a place where you can learn who God created you to be.”

JORGE BONILLA DIRECTOR, ESPIRA RECRUITMENT

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

“My students are always striving toward excellence — and not just in music. They want to make the world a better place.”

DR. MARVIN JONES SCHOOL OF MUSIC

“It is an incredible thing to hear someone else’s experiences and passions and recognize that God made us so different from each other and that is amazing!

I am so grateful that Olivet creates a safe space for that.”

EMILY DIAZ WINFIELD, ILLINOIS

ONU AREAS OF STUDY

UNDERGRADUATE AREAS OF STUDY B AC C A L AU R E AT E A N D G R A D UAT E D E G R E E P R O G R A M S

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Art Art – Drawing/Painting Art – Graphic Design Art – Media Arts Art – Photography Art Education Communication Studies Corporate Communication English English as a Second Language English as a Second Language Education English Education Geography History Leadership Studies Legal Studies Literature Multimedia Communication Multimedia Communication – Film Studies Multimedia Communication – Journalism Multimedia Communication – Live Event Media Management Multimedia Communication – Ministry Media Multimedia Communication – Radio/Audio Media

Multimedia Communication – TV/Video Production Musical Theatre Photography Political Science Pre-Art Therapy Pre-Law Political Science – Public Policy Psychology Public Relations & Strategic Communication Social Science Social Science Education Sociology Spanish Spanish Education Theatre Production & Performance Writing SCHOOL OF MUSIC Music Music – Composition Music Education Music – Jazz Studies Music Ministry Music – Performance Music – Recording Arts

WALKER SCHOOL OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS Actuarial Science Biology Chemistry Chemistry – Biochemistry Chemistry – Earth/Environmental Chemistry Chemistry – Forensics Computer Science – Networking & Data Communications Computer Science – Software Development Computer Science – Software Entrepreneurship Cybersecurity Data Science Earth & Space Science Engineering – Architectural Engineering – Chemical & Biochemical Engineering – Civil Engineering – Computer Engineering – Electrical Engineering – Mechanical Environmental Science Geological Science Geological Science – Geochemistry Geological Science – Geotechnical

Geological Science – Life Science Mathematics Mathematics Education Physical Sciences Pre-Dental Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physician’s Assistant Pre-Veterinary Science Education – Biology Science Education – Chemistry Science Education – Earth/Space Science Zoology COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Criminal Justice Criminal Justice – Criminology Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement Dietetics Family & Consumer Sciences – Hospitality Health Education Interior Design Kinesiology Kinesiology – Exercise Physiology Kinesiology – Pre-Athletic Training Kinesiology – Pre-Occupational Therapy Kinesiology – Pre-Physical Therapy Military Affairs Military Science Physical Education Recreation & Sport Studies Social Work Sport Management SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Child Development Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Special Education Master of Arts in Education: Curriculum and Instruction Master of Arts in Education: Educational Leadership Master of Arts in Education: Reading Specialist Doctor of Education: Ethical Leadership

MCGRAW SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY AND CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

Accounting Business – Human Resource Management Business – Management Business – Philanthropy/Not‑forProfit Business – Operations Management Business – Public Administration Business Administration Economics Economics & Finance – Applied Economics Economics & Finance – Certified Financial Planning Economics & Finance – Corporate Finance Entrepreneurship Finance International Business Leadership Management Management Information Systems Marketing Marketing – Commercial Graphics Marketing – Corporate Relations Marketing – International Marketing – Management Master of Business Administration Master of Organizational Leadership

Biblical Languages Biblical Studies Children’s Ministry Christian Education Christian Ministry Christian Studies Greek Hebrew Intercultural Studies Ministerial Missions Pastoral Ministry Philosophy Philosophy & Religion Pre-Seminary Theology Youth Ministry Master of Arts: Christian Ministry Master of Arts: Family Ministry Master of Arts: Ministerial Studies Master of Arts: Missional Multiplication Master of Arts: Pastoral Leadership Master of Arts: Pastoral Ministry Master of Arts: Religion Master of Arts: Urban Ministry Master of Divinity Master of Ministry Master of Ministry: Spanish

SCHOOL OF NURSING Nursing Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Master of Science in Nursing: Education Master of Science in Nursing: Transformational Leadership RN to BSN

ONU AT A GLANCE

STUDENTS

ATHLETICS

CAMPUS

More than 3,200 (2,500 undergraduates) from nearly every U.S. state, 25 countries and more than 35 religious denominations.

Home of the ONU Tigers, Olivet studentathletes compete on 22 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 and diving, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. Varsity teams for women include basketball, cheerleading, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. In addition to varsity sports, more than half the student body participate in Olivet’s thriving intramural and club sports programs.

Olivet Nazarene University has a beautiful, park-like campus featuring 35 major buildings on 275 acres. Located in the Village of Bourbonnais, Illinois, just 45 miles south of Chicago’s Loop, the campus is situated on what was once tallgrass prairie. While not much of the original habitat remains, caretakers of the University have spent the past few decades intentionally planting trees native to the area as well as diversifying the flora.

In spring 2022, Olivet joined the ranks of 508 internationally accredited arboreta with a Level I Certification through the Morton Arboretum’s interactive community, ArbNet.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

SPIRITUAL LIFE

More than 90 clubs and organizations representing diverse interests, including a campus yearbook and literary magazine; Enactus business club; Student Philanthropy Council; ROTC; radio broadcasting (Shine.FM); numerous choral and instrumental ensembles (including University Marching Band and the University Orchestra); drama and musical theatre performances; intramural athletics; and community volunteer and spiritual life organizations.

This Christian community is committed to making worship of God the central focus of our lives. Our faith 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 living alumni making a worldwide impact.

ACADEMICS More than 140 areas of undergraduate study and graduate degrees, including the Doctor of Education: Ethical Leadership, offered on campus and online through the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Professional Studies and the School of Theology and Christian Ministry.

Study‑abroad opportunities have included Australia, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, England, Egypt, Honduras, Romania, Japan, Uganda, Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles.

ACCREDITATION The University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Specialized accreditation includes the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council on Social Work Education, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, the National Association of Schools of Music, and the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. In addition, the Teacher Education program is recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education as an education preparation provider.

MISSION “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.” From the university catalog, 1915.

SEEING IS BELIEVING The best way to discover yourself at Olivet Nazarene University is to schedule your own, personal campus visit. Our Purple & Gold Days for high school seniors are epic. Discover your passion and connect to your calling at OLIVET.EDU.

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