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Winter Doctoral Colloquium Offers Zinzendorf Students Inspiration

Olivet University's Zinzendorf School of Doctoral Studies held its Doctor of Ministry Colloquium for Candidates to present their projects at its Riverside, CA campus in December.
Jubilee Dean Receives Award of Excellence

On October 20, 2014 The Fellowship of California Church Musicians' Conference presented to Dr. Merril Smoak, Dean of Olivet University's Jubilee College of Music, the JOSEPH DANIEL EXCELLENCE IN CHURCH MUSIC AWARD. The award states that Dr. Smoak was presented the Joseph Daniel Award "For his excellent musical leadership for the cause of Christ in California."
OCAD Planning New On-Campus Art Gallery

Olivet University's Art and Design College held meetings to map out the future space for its new art gallery. In collaboration and sponsorship with Olivet College of Journalism Dean and former Olivet University president Dr. David Randolph, the new space will be named the David Randolph Art Center.
Doctor of Ministry Oral Defense Completed

The Oral Defense for the Zinzendorf Doctor of Ministry program concluded on October 9th resulting in candidates successfully defending their final papers.
Zinzendorf Doctoral Colloquium To Be Held in South Korea

The Zinzendorf School of Doctoral Studies' D. Min. Colloquium is planned for Oct 20th -24th, 2014 in Seoul, Korea. The main purpose of the Colloquium will be to review and approve Doctor of Ministry project proposals...
OCAD Launches New Portfolio Site

Graduates from the class of 2014 can now preview their latest works online with a new revamped portfolio website, showcasing student's work from the Olivet College of Art and Design, OCAD.
Jubilee Music Dean Launches Bi-Monthly Writings on Music and Worship

"Always Singing" is the title of a new bi-monthly postings by Jubilee College of Music Dean Dr. Merril Smoak. The sub-title of this new column is "Notes from Dr. Smoak about Music & Worship."
ZSDS student inaugurated as Principal of ICBM

One of the PhD students from ZSDS, Rev Ndaba Mazabane, was inaugurated as the 4th Principal of International College of Bible and Missions (ICBM), South Africa.
Olivet University Ushers in New Academic Year at Fall 2014 Convocation

Olivet University faculty, staff, students, trustees, and guests came together to celebrate the beginning of a new academic year at the University's Fall 2014 Convocation.
2014 Marks 5th Annual Doctoral Colloquium

ZSDS will be holding the fifth annual Doctoral Colloquim of Olivet University this September 7th to 14th. It's to be at Olivet's new western base, Riverside Campus in Southern California.
Olivet University Appoints New Deans Colleges of Music, Journalism, and Art & Design

With the 2014-15 school year just around the corner, Olivet is welcoming new academic leadership to support the helm of Olivet's growing academic programs.
Olivet University Leadership Concludes 2014 Annual Retreat

Olivet University faculty and administrative leadership gathered from East and West coasts for its annual leadership retreat on August 4-5. The retreat provided an opportunity for leaders from various levels of the University to fellowship and to prepare for the upcoming school year.