More of this story Aug 13, 2008
Oct. 18 Olivet College H. Oct. 25 Kalamazoo College A. (Cheboygan Daily Tribune, MI)
After 13 years, Rockland pastor moves on to new responsibilities Jun 10, 2008
In exchange for office space in the library of Olivet College, where the center will be located, Mauro will teach something in religion, though it has not yet been decided exactly what. A part of her new responsibilities that she particularly looks forward to is getting to know people in the Congregational churches of Michigan and Ohio that will be her sphere of operation. (Courier Publications, ME)
Xtreme cagefighting comes to Yack arena tomorrow night May 30, 2008
Jaynes has competed in 16 matches in the 10 months he's been involved in MMA. He also wrestles for Olivet College, near Lansing. He said he's been working hard to prepare for the event. (The News-Herald)
Methodist pulling away at D3 meet May 16, 2008
Olivet College 334-324 -- 658; 12. Middlebury 337-328 -- 665; 13. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Four candidates running for two seats on Lawton School Board May 2, 2008
He holds a Business Administration degree from Olivet College with a concentration in accounting. He cites his15 years of management experience, including presentations, board leadership, as well as developing and implementing multi-million dollar budgets, as good qualifications for a board member. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Adrian wins pair Apr 8, 2008
OLIVET - The Adrian College softball team's offense struck early and often on Saturday in an MIAA doubleheader against the Olivet College Comets while taking two wins on the road by 10-1 and 6-2 scores. Krissy Sheets started the game off for the Bulldogs by taking a 3-1 pitch to left field for a lead-off double. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Ionia swim captain looks forward to next level Apr 2, 2008
VanSyckle plans on attending Olivet College in the fall and will participate on a strong swim team that has placed first in the division the last five seasons. He will have the honor of being Ionia's first swimmer to participate at the next level. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Shafer's Meat Market changes ownership Mar 27, 2008
High School and leaving for Olivet College in the fall. She has experience with the cash register and food while at Hot Dogs Plus in Niles. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Carr kicks into high gear: Gaylord sharpshooter makes all-league for Alpena CC Mar 26, 2008
Rochester College and Olivet College are possibility, but he d love to play in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). He has contacted GLIAC schools Northern Michigan University and Lake Superior State University. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
#7 Lakers Shut Out Olivet in Double-Header Mar 21, 2008
- Grand Valley State University opened its new softball field in style, as the No. 7 Lakers defeated Olivet College in both games of a double-header. The Lakers took game one 3-0 and followed that up with a 9-0, five-inning win in game two. (Gvsulakers.com)
Tough-guy image suits Storey Mar 15, 2008
The second-year defensive end for the Kalamazoo Xplosion, who earned all-Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association first-team honors in 2005 and 2006 at Olivet College, is as nasty as they come between whistles. Storey, quick for his size, says that's where his mean streak ends. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Jan 14, 2008
Carthage downed Olivet College (123-97), but lost to Northwestern University (134-81). Northwestern was the host. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Wartburg nearly flawless, rolls into Division III semis Jan 13, 2008
The Knights won all 20 of their bouts while routing Wisconsin-Oshkosh, 52-0, and Olivet College, 47-0, to advance to today's semifinals. "We competed hard," said Wartburg coach Jim Miller. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
17 seniors seek Miss Dowagiac crown Jan 8, 2008
Plans: attend Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC), Western Michigan University or Olivet College to study merchandising or interior design. Outside activities: 15 years of Encore Performing Arts, six years of church youth group, 10 years of indoor soccer, employed at The Hairitage. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Athletes from Carroll, Westminster, Rocky earn Frontier honors Dec 5, 2007
5 points per game and made 13 of 19 shots from 3-point range as Carroll beat Dickinson State 75-60 and Olivet College 73-51 at the Montana State-Northern tournament. Leader, a junior from Winnemucca, Nev. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Saints to face Blue Hawks at tourney Nov 30, 2007
Olivet College, of Olivet, Mich. is a NCAA Division III program and is currently 1-5 on the season. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Central advances in D-III playoffs Nov 29, 2007
The Dutch opened the playoffs with a 38-17 victory over Olivet College of Michigan. Last weekend, the Dutch exacted revenge over St. John's, the Minnesota school that knocked Central out of the playoffs in 2006, with a 37-7 victory over the Johnnies. (Forest City Summit, IO)
MSU-Northern women earn hard-fought split Nov 27, 2007
The Skylights will now host Olivet College and DSU in the AmericInn Class on Friday and Saturday at the MSUNorthern Fieldhouse. . (Havre Daily News, MT)
Conference awards: Hillsboro's Remick named to Iowa Conference all-league squad Nov 17, 2007
The Dutch play host to Olivet College (Mich. Saturday in a first-round NCAA Division III playoff game starting at noon at Ron and Joyce Schipper Stadium. (Washington Journal, IA)
Former preps at college: Hillsboro's Remick to NCAA football playoffs with Central Nov 14, 2007
The Dutch (10-0) are seeded first in their region and will play host to Olivet College (Mich. in a first-round game at noon at Ron and Joyce Schipper Stadium. (Washington Journal, IA)
Women's Swimming & Diving Place Third At Calvin Invitational Nov 11, 2007
Denison University won the meet with 613 points, followed by Calvin (549), Wayne State (504) and Olivet College (213). The Warriors had five times eclipse the NCAA "B" qualifying standards, while diver (Williamston, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Men's Swimming & Diving Finishes Second At Calvin Invitational Nov 11, 2007
50), Olivet College (415), and Calvin (218. 50). (Wsuathletics.com)
Hungry for some good news? Nov 7, 2007
Gail Rivard is also back for the 23rd time with the same book she used as a student at Olivet College in Olivet, Mich. in the 1970s. (Florida Times-Union)
Olivet, Kellogg close volleyball regular seasons Oct 26, 2007
JAMES FISHER / THE REPORTER Olivet College volleyball coach John Miller talks with freshman setter Janessa Hicks ... 205 hitting percentage as Olivet College closed its MIAA regular season schedule. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
In keeping with TIGER TRADITIONS Oct 23, 2007
Former Gobles harrier, Cody Giles, currently a member of the Olivet College cross country team, ran 26 miles for Gobles. Runners from both the middle and high school teams ran, including Keegan Scholte, Jacob Ellis, Steven Smith, Promise Howell, Nicole Lauhon, and Alyssa Care from the Middle School, and Gilbert, Kurtis Dickerson, Matt McCartney, Ben Lee, Jon Hunt, Quinn Doyle, Robbi Dobbins, Lauren Brindley, Jessica Axe, Jessica Allyn-White, Caitlin Killeen, and Lindsi Larrabee from the varsity. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Pumas seek to extend streak vs. Panthers Oct 19, 2007
The Pumas have posted five-game winning streaks against the University of Evansville (1956-60), DePauw University (1976-80), Indiana State University (1954-58), Olivet College (1976-80), and Quincy University (1996-2000). Saturday s kickoff is scheduled for 12 p.m.. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Holdren to be honored by wrestling association Oct 13, 2007
Prior to that, he was an assistant and head coach at Olivet College. originally left Olivet to take a teaching position at Portland, Holdren said. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Local Teams Today Sep 21, 2007
Women's golf at Olivet College Invite, 1 p.m.. Women's tennis vs. Mount Mary, 3 p.m.. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Several area players begin seasons with college volleyball squads Sep 11, 2007
Both players served under head coach Mike Leson at Union City High School and now play volleyball at Olivet College. Heator is a junior on the Comet squad, while Hicks joins the team for her freshman season. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
It's coming together Sep 10, 2007
Sterrett said the keys have been teamwork since a camp at Olivet College over the summer and some talented newcomers. We ve got some strong underclassmen and some new talent in, he added. (Cadillac News, MI)
Farmer, Roth named assistant basketball coaches at LSSU Aug 28, 2007
Hettinga, who was named LSSU head coach in April, became acquainted with Farmer's family when he was coaching at Olivet College. Farmer was a prep standout at Olivet High School at the time. (Lssulakers.com)
Campus Notes Aug 11, 2007
OLIVET Joshua Hart and Calvin McNamara of Gaylord were two of 220 students named to the Olivet College 2007 spring semester dean s list. Hart earned a 4. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
IHS student honored in Detroit Jun 23, 2007
All five finalists were offered scholarships by Olivet College in the amount of 6,000 a year, renewable for 4 years if they choose to attend Olivet College. The Governor's Youth Volunteer Award of Excellence was won by Bridget Gaitor, of Taylor. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Lakers introduce Hettinga as new men's basketball coach Apr 12, 2007
Hettinga began his coaching career at Olivet College (MI) in 1993. In 1997 he was named head coach of the Comets. (Sault Ste Marie Evening News, MI)
Lakers name Steve Hettinga head men's basketball coach Apr 5, 2007
After serving as an assistant coach at his alma mater, Olivet College, for four seasons, Hettinga became one of the nation's youngest head coaches when he took over the Comets men's basketball program in 1997 ... Hettinga also earned an M.A. in teaching from Olivet College in 2003. (Lssulakers.com)
Softball Doubleheader At Olivet Postponed For Tuesday Mar 21, 2007
The softball doubleheader at Olivet College scheduled for Tuesday, March 20 has been postponed due to poor field conditions. No make-up date has been announced. (Gvsulakers.com)
Growing Number of Colleges Provide Tuition Aid to AmeriCorps Alums Feb 8, 2007
List of Colleges and Universities that Match the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award Alaska Pacific University, Anchorage, AK University of Arkansas -- Clinton School of Public Service, Little Rock, AR CA Institute for Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA Mills College, Oakland, CA Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, CA University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA University of Delaware, Newark, DE George Washington University -- School of Public Policy, Washington, DC Southeastern University,... (PR Newswire)
Lansing ordinance prompts protest Nov 21, 2006
Professional writing senior Joanna Varnavas, a member of MSU's Young Americans for Freedom, talks to two members of the newly founded Olivet College chapter of YAF. Varnavas said she was at the City Council meeting because she feels her rights are infringed upon when a transgender woman (male to female) walks into a women's bathroom ... MSU Young Americans for Freedom, or YAF, joined students from Olivet College's newly formed YAF chapter to protest the bill. (The State News, MI)
GVSU Knocks Off Olivet, 63-40 Nov 17, 2006
1 Grand Valley State picked up its second win in as many nights, recording a 63-40 victory over Olivet College Thursday at the GVSU Fieldhouse Arena. The Lakers improve to 2-0 on the season and will travel to Saint Joseph's College on Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m.. (Gvsulakers.com)
Care package program continuing Nov 7, 2006
Kraig joined the Army after a year at Olivet College, two weeks before America invaded Iraq. He became a member of the 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team from Alaska, Debbie said. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Making Their Mark Nov 6, 2006
A 3-1 loss in the semifinals prevented him from taking a shot at the 174-pound crown, but he bounced back in the third-place match with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Kyle Vanderhyde of Olivet College. Doggett stormed on to the collegiate scene as he won three of his four matches on the day, including a punishing 11-4 victory over Northwestern's James Kohlberg in the third-place match. (Purduesports.com)
Four Generations of The Everett Family Still Help Run the Family Farm Nov 4, 2006
While Leon was building his career in the animal industry and Charles was heading for retirement, Mike was entering into the world of academia and his transportation was a football scholarship to Olivet College. After just three years, he graduated with a bachelor's degree in Math. (Agri-View, WI)
NEVADAN AT WORK: She'll leave the light on: 'Green power' advocate helps shape CityCenter Oct 9, 2006
Education: Olivet College (Michigan); Bachelor of Arts, 1973; Antioch School of Law (Washington D.C.), 1976. Work history: Coordinator for the Small Business Revitalization Program; Project Manager for the Nevada Economic Development Corp.; Chief of Staff and Director of Intergovernmental Affairs for the City of Las Vegas; 1988-93, Commissioner of the Nevada Public Service Commission; 1993-96, Director of the Department of Business and Industry; 1996-2000, President and Chief of Executive... (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Business)
Pool play nets three wins for Ancilla Sep 20, 2006
30-18, 30-16, and Olivet College JV (Mich. 30-24, 30-18. (Plymouth Pilot News, IN)
Free cappuccino night offered for young adults Aug 24, 2006
A 2006 graduate of Olivet College, Stephanie graduated Summa Cum Laude with a major in business administration and was a member of the Omicron Delta Kappa honor society. She won several awards in sports for softball and cross-country. (Cadillac News, MI)
Peabody-Burns welcomes five new teachers, Centre six Aug 17, 2006
He has also completed his certification for teaching biology and social studies from Olivet College in Michigan. "The community was real warm and welcoming when I came for my interview," Thorburn said about his decision to teach in Peabody. (Hillsboro Free Press, KS)
Viking Giggy set to play volleyball at Olivet College Aug 5, 2006
Photo by Dave Cramton Bronson graduate Jackie Giggy, front center, will continue her volleyball career at Olivet College this fall ... Giggy will take that versatility to Olivet College this fall, where she ll once again be counted on for many different responsibilities. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Hardy named new baseball coach at Grambling State Jul 25, 2006
0) { ES_showBox(); };ES_searchKeyPress( this. length );" onMouseDown="ES_searchKeyPress( this. (ESPN -- College Sports)
It's the pitts for defending champions in semifinal basketball game Jun 22, 2006
Cassopolis guard and Olivet College bound Kelsey Gordon came off the bench to score eight points. "It was a great honor and so much fun and wished it could have came out a little different," said Kelsey Gordon after the game. (Niles Star, MI)
Off to college they go Jun 3, 2006
Matt McDonald is headed to Aquinas College where he will be part of the mens' basketball program, while Elijah Keller is off to Olivet College for football, Chazz Masten is off to Hope College for football, Kam Selleck is off to Grand Rapids Community College for football and Tyler Hamilton is off to Alma College for football. For Keller, it was the attraction of the small campus and some new things. (Cadillac News, MI)
