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OIT Participates in 2009 Openworld

This week, students and faculty of the Olivet Institute of Technology (OIT) are taking part in Oracle Openworld, the worldâ€™s largest information technology event. The event is being held at the Moscone Conference Center located adjacent to the University's main campus in downtown San Francisco.
Olivet Participates in ICETE Consultation

Representatives from Olivet University participated in the 2009 ICETE Consultation held in Sopron, Hungary from October 5-9. Olivet Theological College & Seminary Dean (OTCS) Dr. Joseph Ray Tallman and Chief Operating Officer Walker Tzeng participated in the conference as part of the World Evangelical Theological Institute Association (WETIA).
University Newspaper Sharpens Student Skills

Student reporters are learning the ropes of running an online newspaper through the integration of the school paper, OU Weekly, with Olivet College of Journalism courses.
Intern Projects Get Global Exposure

Continuing the Olivet tradition of combining the theory and practice of ministry, Olivet College of Art and Design students are making good use of internship opportunities this semester. OCADâ€™s collaboration with Olivet Universityâ€™s Research and Development department is resulting in numerous student projects for Christian organizations around the world.
Music Program Adds New Fall Course

Jubilee College of Music this fall will launch a new course designed to build studentsâ€™ concepts of and skills in worship leadership from a theological
Students Prepare for Mission with Homiletics

As home to the Universityâ€™s Biblical and theological studies programs, Olivet Theological College and Seminary (OTCS) stands out as Olivetâ€™s flagship College. With a strong curriculum in the area of missiology--a branch of practical theology
Bay Area Poet to Present in Art and Theology

David Madgalene, a leading poet and performance artist in the San Francisco Bay Area, will make a special presentation in poetry and song titled â€œWhat We Can Learn from Poets and Singersâ€
Student Research Supports Server Upgrade

Olivet Institute of Technology research teams -- one of Olivet Universityâ€™s largest student-led research programs -- exemplifies the Universityâ€™s commitment to providing educational research opportunities for students at all levels.
Presidential Investiture and Oath of Office

Inauguration Ceremony of President William L. Wagner Presidential Investiture and Oath of Office
Olivet Renews Ministry Formation Program

In true Christian tradition, ministry formation is part of the fabric of Olivet University. It is viewed as an integral part of a studentâ€™s education, reflected in the framework of the institution.
Dr. Venter Lectures on Church Administration

Olivet is pleased to announce the start of a new intensive course outlining the theological foundations and principles of church dynamics MS750 Church Administration, taught by Olivet Theological College & Seminary faculty member Dr. Gerhard Venter.
Fall Convocation and Presidential Installation

On Tuesday, September 8, faculty and staff gathered with hundreds of students at Olivet University Chapel at for Fall Convocation 2009. The ceremony also featured a presidential installation ceremony for Dr. William Lyle Wagner, the new president of Olivet University.