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Olivet University (OU) joyfully celebrated its 22nd Anniversary on March 3, 2026, following the successful conclusion of the Global Christian Education Summit (GCES).
By the grace of God, the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) announced after the 2026 Annual Meeting that Olivet University is in good standing.
Students from Olivet University Riverside recently traveled to Pathfinder Ranch in Mountain Center to volunteer at a local nonprofit, marking a meaningful expansion of the university’s public outreach efforts beyond Anza, California.
As the Fall quarter concludes, the impact of Olivet School of Media and Communication's News Writing and Reporting course on aspiring media interns in Washington, D.C. is evident. Students have undergone a rewarding journey, equipping themselves with the practical skills and insights required in the field of journalism.
In the fast-evolving landscape of journalism, the role of visual storytelling has become increasingly crucial. As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words, and nowhere is this truer than in the realm of photojournalism.
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Olivet University Riverside campus welcomed Pastor Matthew Nevills, Senior Pastor of Anza Baptist Church, as the guest speaker for its Wednesday service. Nevills preached from Philemon 1:17 to 22 and delivered a message titled “The Lord Is Teaching and Training Us to Become Good Slaves.”
Olivet University students and guests gathered this week to hear from Dr. Nathan Adams, a former leading counsel for the Christian Legal Society. With extensive experience practicing before federal courts across the country, Dr. Adams offered an encouraging reflection on faith, calling, and professional service.
After a brief hiatus, the Anza Community Thanksgiving Dinner made a joyful return in 2025, bringing together nearly 200 local residents for a warm holiday meal served at the Anza Community Hall. The revived tradition was made possible by a dedicated group of volunteers, including members of Living Hope Christian Fellowship and students and staff from Olivet University Riverside.
Olivet University’s Riverside campus welcomed Pastor Bob Reece of Anza Baptist Church as the special guest speaker for its monthly Sermon Series during Wednesday’s chapel service. Preaching from 1 Corinthians 1:24–29, Pastor Reece delivered a message titled “The Person That God Uses,” centering on the extraordinary ways God works through individuals whom the world may overlook. He reminded the congregation that God’s resources, knowledge, and vision far surpass human understanding, allowing Him to use anyone wholly surrendered to His purposes.
Olivet University welcomed the Valley Gospel Chapel community to campus on Wednesday as part of its ongoing Chapel Sermon Series, creating a vibrant evening of worship, Scripture, and fellowship. Students, faculty, and the visiting youth group gathered in the university chapel, where Olivet’s student worship team opened the service with praise music.
Olivet University is pleased to support the Anza Valley community through a recent donation of more than 700 children’s books to the Friends of Anza Library, a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the Anza Valley Community Library.
The call to repentance in the New Testament reveals the transformative power of the cross, the moment in which humanity becomes aware that it has resisted and rejected divine love as revealed in Christ. Repentance, in this context, is not merely an ethical correction or moral reform but a profound recognition of humanity’s participation in the suffering and rejection of the incarnate Word. Yet within this recognition, divine mercy is disclosed. The site of ultimate sin becomes the locus of ultimate grace, as the reality of human estrangement is met by the unmerited compassion of God.
The Zinzendorf School of Doctoral Studies' 2025 Doctoral Colloquium held at Olivet University San Francisco Campus was successfully concluded on October 20. The two-week colloquium was held from October 6 to October 17 with doctoral students from all over the globe.
RIVERSIDE, Calif. — At Olivet University’s Riverside campus, Professor Taegil Ha’s Introduction to Information Technology class offered more than a technical exploration of generative artificial intelligence (AI). It became a space for young Christian students to thoughtfully consider the ethical and spiritual dimensions of technology.
Olivet University has begun its Fall Sermon Series, a quarterly event that invites local Anza pastors to preach during the university’s Wednesday services. The event seeks to bring together college students and the broader Anza church community for evenings of worship, teaching, and fellowship. The public is welcome to attend each service, fostering unity among local believers.
Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) is excited to announce the addition of a distinguished academic and veteran journalist, Dr. Milbert O. Brown, Jr., to its faculty team. Dr. Brown will assume the role of adjunct professor in the graduate journalism program, specializing in photojournalism and news reporting for the academic year 2023-2024.
Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) announces the latest addition to its faculty roster – Dr. Marlene Jackson. Dr. Jackson will assume the role of adjunct professor in the field of communication and media studies for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) reports the progress of David James Randolph Library renovation.
Olivet School of Media and Communications (OSMC) Dean, Senior Professor, and Olivet University Former President Dr. David James Randolph is honored with the namesake library by the school.
In the Summer quarter, Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) conducts an annual curriculum review for its journalism program. The review committee has proposed some major changes to both undergraduate and graduate programs, which will reflect the latest industry standards.
Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) will introduce a revised social media course with emphasis on creating engaging content in the Spring quarter.
Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) introduces a new elective course in data journalism in the Winter quarter. Students get to explore new ground in storytelling by interpreting statistics and data visualization.
Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) launched a brand-new course "Media Sales" last quarter and evaluations are showing that students were highly satisfied with the course content.
Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) plans to hold a series of seminars on the history of the United States and China in August and September.
Olivet School of Media and Communication (OSMC) launches the redesigned general education course "Speech and Communication" in the Spring quarter to help undergraduate students develop communication skills in public speaking, small group interaction, and interpersonal relationships.
