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Comet Fest Returns to UO Campus

UO Student Media

The University of Olivet held a campus-wide event on Sept. 23 with carnival rides, animals, line dancing, and much more. Comet Fest ran from 6 to 10 p.m. for people to come and go as they please. Comet Fest has been an event for the past four years. It has expanded from a few inflatables...

UO Remembrance Ceremony Marks the 25th Anniversary of 9/11

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The University of Olivet held a remembrance ceremony for the 25th anniversary of 9/11. 25 years ago, the twin towers were destroyed by plane crashes putting the nation into distress. Members of the staff and students gathered in the campus square to ring the bell and hold a moment of silence for those lost in...

Bryne-Dunn Appointed Commissioner of the MIAA

UO Student Media

BRIGHTON, Mich. — The Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) Presidents’ Council has announced the appointment of Lauren Bryne-Dunn as Commissioner of the MIAA, effective October 1, 2026. Bryne-Dunn has served as Interim Commissioner since July 2026 and will become the 12th commissioner in the history of America’s First Conference. “Lauren has

MPC Seniors Complete Capstone Projects

UO Student Media

In a few weeks, Media Production and Communication seniors Braeden Jones, Shae Lampinen, Nadia Tijerina, and Jack Webb will walk across the graduation stage at The University of Olivet Commencement ceremony. But, before donning their caps and gowns, they were all tasked with wrapping up their MPC careers with a final multimedia capstone story as...

McCrimmon Selected as Next Echo Editor

UO Student Media

OLIVET, Mich.— The Echo Newspaper will be under new student leadership for the 2026-27 school year. Junior Gage McCrimmon has been selected as the new editor for the Echo and will take over for graduating senior Shae Lampinen. McCrimmon is a double major in Media Production and Communication and Graphic Design. He earned an Associate’s...

The Man Behind the 1,000 Points: Nate Richardson

UO Student Media

The name Nathan Richardson is one that is known throughout the entire campus at The University of Olivet. A vital member of the men’s basketball team who has achieved several accomplishments. It’s easy to assume that’s all he is, but there’s more to him than just a basketball player. To many, he’s “Nate the Great.”...

Survey Shows Olivet Residents Aren’t Satisfied with Dining Options in Town

UO Student Media

A recent survey has revealed some dissatisfaction among Olivet residents regarding the dining options within city limits. The anonymous survey was posted to local Facebook groups last week and included a variety of questions asking how residents feel about the current options and many factors associated with them, as well as former options that no...

The Passing of Warroo, The Bearded Dragon

UO Student Media

The University of Olivet community is mourning the loss of Warroo, a beloved bearded dragon and longtime teaching animal, who passed away on March 29. In his honor, the student organization Earthbound hosted a celebration of life on April 2 in the Student Center Community Room. 15 people attended to remember Warroo and the impact...

Local Business Owner Perseveres Through Personal Hardship

UO Student Media

The loss of a family member is one of the most difficult things that people go through in life. To carry on after an immense tragedy such as this, it takes time, support, and a reason to keep going. Local business owner Wendy Cornish has certainly taken each of those tenets to heart throughout her...

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