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Each year, it has become a meaningful tradition for the graduating class to present a special gift to Olivet University — a token of their appreciation, and a way to leave behind a lasting legacy.
Olivet University marked a significant milestone with its 2025 Commencement Ceremony, held on June 24 at the Riverside campus. This year’s event was especially meaningful as it included the first cohort of second-generation students from the Olivet community. Among them was Sungil Bae, a Bachelor of Arts in Theology graduate, who also delivered the student address on behalf of the Class of 2025.
The Zinzendorf School of Doctoral Studies successfully concluded a week-long series of oral defense sessions for the Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Program, marking the culmination of the 2024–25 academic year.
From September 22-28, 2024, representatives from Olivet University participated in the Fourth Lausanne Congress in Seoul-Incheon, South Korea. This pivotal gathering brought together evangelical leaders from around the world to address the pressing challenges and opportunities in fulfilling the Great Commission.
Olivet Theological College & Seminary (OTCS) hosted a Faculty Development Retreat at its San Francisco (Mill Valley) campus this summer. The retreat centered on enhancing courses, exploring collaborative projects, and providing professional development opportunities for faculty members.
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Olivet Theological College & Seminary (OTCS) formally concludes the 2024–2025 academic year, a period widely regarded by faculty and staff as one of exceptional growth, academic advancement, and spiritual renewal. The seminary celebrates what many are calling its most fruitful and progressive year in recent memory.
Olivet University Vice President Dr. Peter W. Tzeng was recently featured in Christian Daily for his leadership in addressing artificial intelligence (AI) in the context of theological education. The article highlighted Dr. Tzeng’s role at the International Council for Evangelical Theological Education (ICETE) consultation, held in Tirana, Albania, where he led the AI subgroup within the Technology and Innovation Impact Team.
A group of Olivet University faculty members attended a special ethnobotany lecture this week, hosted by Knöppelåsen, an Aguanga-based nonprofit dedicated to regenerative agriculture and sustainable gardening. The event featured guest speaker William Pink of the Agua Caliente Tribe of Cupeno Indians, Pala, offering a rich exploration of edible and medicinal plants traditionally foraged and cultivated by local tribes.
Olivet University warmly welcomed the new students arriving for Spring Quarter with a barbecue fellowship, providing an opportunity for students to connect, share their personal journeys, and build meaningful relationships within the university community.
On March 13, 2025, faculty and students from OTCS Riverside (RS) attended the Los Angeles Theology Conference (LATC) at Biola University in La Mirada, California. This year’s conference focused on the theme “Receiving Redemption,” exploring how individuals and communities receive the blessings of salvation through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Olivet University representatives attended a local tree grafting event hosted by Knöppelåsen, a newly established nonprofit dedicated to promoting regenerative agriculture, permaculture, and the restoration of native plant life in chaparral and desert regions.
Olivet University’s Wednesday service welcomed guest preacher Pastor Jon Runnfeldt, who brought an uplifting message that resonated deeply with students, faculty, and staff. Pastor Runnfeldt, the head pastor of Valley Gospel Chapel for the past five years, was accompanied by his family and members of his church’s youth group, including their leaders.
Olivet University students joined local Anza Christian churches for a heartfelt evening of worship at the United Praise Night, held at the Anza Community Hall. The event showcased worship teams from Living Hope Christian Fellowship, Anza Valley Christian Fellowship, Anza Valley Gospel, and Olivet University, each leading the audience in a series of inspiring praise performances.
Olivet University St. Louis celebrated its Winter Convocation at the St. Ann Campus, bringing together students, faculty, staff, and friends in a spirit of unity and shared purpose. Notable guests, including the President of Brookes Bible College, the Mayor of St. Ann, a representative of Olivet Assembly, the general secretary of Jubilee World, and members of the St. Ann Police Department, joined the evening to show support.
Anza, CA — As part of an ongoing preaching series hosted at Olivet University, Pastor Matthew Nevills of Anza Baptist Church delivered a sermon titled "In Humility, Value Others Above Yourselves" to an audience of undergraduate and graduate students. Rooted in Philippians 2:3-5, his message emphasized the centrality of humility and unity within the Christian faith.
Representatives and theology students from Olivet University recently had the pleasure of attending an annual fundraising event hosted by friends at KOYT 97.1 FM, Anza's beloved local-run broadcasting station.
Olivet Theological College & Seminary (OTCS) initiated the Faculty Training Workshop Series on January 5, featuring specialized lectures tailored for faculty members.
Olivet Theological College and Seminary is pleased to welcome Dr. Andrew Glen Daniel, who will join the faculty as an adjunct faculty of Biblical Hebrew from the 2023-2024 academic school year.
Olivet Theological College and Seminary (OTCS) San Francisco offered an onsite course "Christian Apologetics" for the Winter 2023 quarter. Both US and International students enrolled in the online course. Students will delve deep into the reasons for Christian faith - a critical topic in relation to evangelism and spiritual growth.
Representatives from Olivet University gathered in Schloss Mittersill, Austria to attend the Global Strategic Forum (GSF) 2022 Symposium. The event brought together global Christian leaders to form a think tank that would produce strategies for influence within the 12 mountains of culture.
Representatives from Olivet University attended the 18th Global Consultation of the International Council for Evangelical Theological Education, ICETE, C-22 conference in Izmir, Turkey.
Olivet University's Master of Divinity students engage in a deep investigation of the tradition of faith in the Church through their systematic theology study series this summer.
Olivet Theological College & Seminary (OTCS) in Orlando, FL extension has been operating with a missions-focused approach since Fall 2021 upon receiving approval by accrediting agency Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE).
Dr. Christy Tran, professor of New Testament whose work primarily focuses on Pauline theology, discussed her latest project: Romans bible study catered to frontline mission workers.
Olivet Theological College & Seminary newly offered Exploring the Life and Theology of Influential Christian Missionaries over the Fall quarter.
