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THE ECHO IS AN AWARD-WINNING STUDENT-RUN PUBLICATION
The University of Olivet
SERVING THE COMMUNITY OF OLIVET SINCE 1888
Campus Living
by Shaelyn Lampinen
OLIVET, MICHIGAN –Shipherd Hall is a co-ed dorm facility set up in suitemate style where two rooms share one bathroom. Students have the option to live in a single or a double. The laundry room is located on the third floor. “You are very close to all your friends or teammates so you can hangout whenever you really want to,” Briana Gitchell, senior said.
OLIVET, MICHIGAN –Shipherd Hall is a co-ed dorm facility set up in suitemate style where two rooms share one bathroom. Students have the option to live in a single or a double. The laundry room is located on the third floor. “You are very close to all your friends or teammates so you can hangout whenever you really want to,” Briana Gitchell, senior said.
Campus Living
by Shaelyn Lampinen
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– The second and third floor serves as the dorms and they are co-ed. In Dole there is the option to live in a single, double, triple or quad, where students would all share one room.
The laundry room is located in the basement and each floor has a communal bathroom.“You don't have to supply your own toilet paper because of communal bathrooms,” Mason Knight, junior, said.
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– The second and third floor serves as the dorms and they are co-ed. In Dole there is the option to live in a single, double, triple or quad, where students would all share one room.
The laundry room is located in the basement and each floor has a communal bathroom.“You don't have to supply your own toilet paper because of communal bathrooms,” Mason Knight, junior, said.
Tour of The University of Olivet
by Shaelyn Lampinen
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– Charles Stewart Mott Academic Center is where the majority of classes are held. It is also home
to professors' offices, other useful offices, and starbucks. “There are four floors but a lot of times
depending on what door you come in you could come in on the second floor or the first floor,”
Nicole Baker, assistant dean for academic records said.
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– Charles Stewart Mott Academic Center is where the majority of classes are held. It is also home
to professors' offices, other useful offices, and starbucks. “There are four floors but a lot of times
depending on what door you come in you could come in on the second floor or the first floor,”
Nicole Baker, assistant dean for academic records said.
Tour of The University of Olivet
by Shaelyn Lampinen
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– Cutler Student Center, “It's a multi-facility space which allows individuals to be able to observe, study, and eat. There's open space and private space. I think it being multifaceted creates a uniqueness, which allows a diverse student body to enjoy it,” Joshua Gillespie, dean of students,
said.
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– Cutler Student Center, “It's a multi-facility space which allows individuals to be able to observe, study, and eat. There's open space and private space. I think it being multifaceted creates a uniqueness, which allows a diverse student body to enjoy it,” Joshua Gillespie, dean of students,
said.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Inaugural Luncheon
by Della Ancel
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– The Assistant Professor in the Department of Foundational Medical Studies, Assoc. Dean for Diversity & Inclusion & Community Engagement, Oakland University, Tonya Bailey, was a guest speaker at The University of Olivet's MLK Luncheon. Bailey said, "Dr. King understood that while it may not be possible to help everyone, making a difference for one person still matters. If everyone takes small actions, significant changes can happen. Today, as I stand before you, I want you to remember this phrase: It starts with me. Say it with me—It starts with me."
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– The Assistant Professor in the Department of Foundational Medical Studies, Assoc. Dean for Diversity & Inclusion & Community Engagement, Oakland University, Tonya Bailey, was a guest speaker at The University of Olivet's MLK Luncheon. Bailey said, "Dr. King understood that while it may not be possible to help everyone, making a difference for one person still matters. If everyone takes small actions, significant changes can happen. Today, as I stand before you, I want you to remember this phrase: It starts with me. Say it with me—It starts with me."
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Inaugural Luncheon
by Della Ancel
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– The University Choral filled the Cutler Student Center Community Room with the heartfelt melody of "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" by Dolly Parton on Jan. 22.
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– The University Choral filled the Cutler Student Center Community Room with the heartfelt melody of "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" by Dolly Parton on Jan. 22.
Mawby Gardens
by Shaelyn Lampinen
OLIVET, MICHIGAN–Mawby Gardens is a prairie garden, which is a native plant garden that is undergoing a student service-learning project trying to bring it back to its original intentions as a native plant garden (Michigan native plants) by removing invasive species.
OLIVET, MICHIGAN–Mawby Gardens is a prairie garden, which is a native plant garden that is undergoing a student service-learning project trying to bring it back to its original intentions as a native plant garden (Michigan native plants) by removing invasive species.
Mawby Gardens
by Shaelyn Lampinen
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– Native plants can more easily grow and thrive in the garden because they are supposed to be here. “They can survive because they are supposed to survive,” Leah Knapp, earthbound advisor, said.
OLIVET, MICHIGAN– Native plants can more easily grow and thrive in the garden because they are supposed to be here. “They can survive because they are supposed to survive,” Leah Knapp, earthbound advisor, said.
SGA Hosts K.C. Window Painting
By Shaelyn Lampinen
Four members of the Psych club outside the Kirk Center on Wednesday, Oct. 2 painting a window for homecoming week.
Four members of the Psych club outside the Kirk Center on Wednesday, Oct. 2 painting a window for homecoming week.
SGA Hosts K.C. Window Painting
By Shaelyn Lampinen
Gruen Chemistry Club members Thayne Bilicki and Valerie Nelson starting their window painting. Nelson said, "Since for the banners it was game night, we just stuck with that and did a Yahtzee with dice spelling Gruen Chem for our club: Gruen Chemistry."
Gruen Chemistry Club members Thayne Bilicki and Valerie Nelson starting their window painting. Nelson said, "Since for the banners it was game night, we just stuck with that and did a Yahtzee with dice spelling Gruen Chem for our club: Gruen Chemistry."
The Greek Games
by Ella Gaffke
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Mar. 1, 2023) – The Greek Games took place on March 1 and was a friendly competition between the Greek Houses, including games like tug-a-war, three-legged race, lightning, and a hoopla-hoop race
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Mar. 1, 2023) – The Greek Games took place on March 1 and was a friendly competition between the Greek Houses, including games like tug-a-war, three-legged race, lightning, and a hoopla-hoop race
The Greek Games
by Ella Gaffke
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Mar. 1, 2023) – Members of many Greek houses compete in the championship round of lightning
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Mar. 1, 2023) – Members of many Greek houses compete in the championship round of lightning
Take Back the Night Event - 2024
By Ella Gaffke
OLIVET - (April 4, 2024)- From left: Senior Tonya Tepin, Junior Jordan Kruskie and Joshua Van Wyhe led the walk around campus to take back the night and remember the lives that have been lost to power-based violence and honor the survivors of sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.
OLIVET - (April 4, 2024)- From left: Senior Tonya Tepin, Junior Jordan Kruskie and Joshua Van Wyhe led the walk around campus to take back the night and remember the lives that have been lost to power-based violence and honor the survivors of sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.
Take Back the Night Event - 2024
Senior Ben Kamali, bows his head in prayer in the campus square at the Take Back the Night event.
The Kirk Center- 2022
by Julia Mellinger
The Kirk Center (KC) is the main on campus dining option for Olivet College, to serve the local community as well as it’s staff and students. It is located at 320 S Main Street, Olivet, MI 49076. Students are able to use their meal plan and enter the KC with their meal swipes provided each semester.
People in the Olivet community are welcome to enjoy the Kirk Center’s meals for students. Staff can be found enjoying the meals provided as well as the local Olivetians.
The Kirk Center (KC) is the main on campus dining option for Olivet College, to serve the local community as well as it’s staff and students. It is located at 320 S Main Street, Olivet, MI 49076. Students are able to use their meal plan and enter the KC with their meal swipes provided each semester.
People in the Olivet community are welcome to enjoy the Kirk Center’s meals for students. Staff can be found enjoying the meals provided as well as the local Olivetians.
The Kirk Center
by Julia Mellinger
"The Kirk Center (KC), located on Main Street, is the primary dining option on campus and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Healthy options and fan favorites are served buffet-style at several stations.” (olivetcollege.edu)
"The Kirk Center (KC), located on Main Street, is the primary dining option on campus and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Healthy options and fan favorites are served buffet-style at several stations.” (olivetcollege.edu)
Service Day 2023
by Abbey Peters
On March 29, Olivet College held its spring Service Day. Many students volunteered across campus to complete service projects.
On March 29, Olivet College held its spring Service Day. Many students volunteered across campus to complete service projects.
Service Day 2023
by Abbey Peters
Several students chose to volunteer at the Hosford House. The group reviewed and organized the house’s archives.
Several students chose to volunteer at the Hosford House. The group reviewed and organized the house’s archives.
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The Greek Games
by Ella Gaffke
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Mar. 1, 2023) – The Greek Games took place on March 1 and was a friendly competition between the Greek Houses, including games like tug-a-war, three-legged race, lightning, and a hoopla-hoop race
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Mar. 1, 2023) – The Greek Games took place on March 1 and was a friendly competition between the Greek Houses, including games like tug-a-war, three-legged race, lightning, and a hoopla-hoop race
The Greek Games
by Ella Gaffke
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Mar. 1, 2023) – Members of many Greek houses compete in the championship round of lightning
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Mar. 1, 2023) – Members of many Greek houses compete in the championship round of lightning
Vigil for MSU Victims
by Ella Gaffke
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Feb. 20, 2023) – Students gathered at the Congregational church to show their support for MSU.
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Feb. 20, 2023) – Students gathered at the Congregational church to show their support for MSU.
Vigil for MSU Victims
by Ella Gaffke
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Feb. 20, 2023) – Mike Fales gave the opening comments and prayers for the Olivet College vigil.
OLIVET, MICHIGIAN (Feb. 20, 2023) – Mike Fales gave the opening comments and prayers for the Olivet College vigil.
Homecoming 2022
By Logan Walton
Students pose in front of the Olivet sign on Blair lawn.
Students pose in front of the Olivet sign on Blair lawn.
Homecoming 2022
By Logan Walton
The Olivet College men’s soccer team tied with Albion 0-0 over the homecoming weekend.
The Olivet College men’s soccer team tied with Albion 0-0 over the homecoming weekend.
Service Day 2022 With the OC Vetern Advocates
By Matt Rice
(Mar. 30, 2022) OLIVET, MI.--Members of Olivet College's (OC) Veteran Advocates pose for a photo during an OC Veteran Advocates Service Day project. Service Day takes place once every semester at Olivet College in which students conduct projects to give back to the Olivet community
(Mar. 30, 2022) OLIVET, MI.--Members of Olivet College's (OC) Veteran Advocates pose for a photo during an OC Veteran Advocates Service Day project. Service Day takes place once every semester at Olivet College in which students conduct projects to give back to the Olivet community
Service Day 2022 With the OC Vetern Advocates
By Matt Rice
Emily Khodl (left) and Aaron Garcia (right), Olivet College's (OC) Veteran Advocates President, polish the school's memorial bell during an OC Veteran Advocates Service Day project.
Emily Khodl (left) and Aaron Garcia (right), Olivet College's (OC) Veteran Advocates President, polish the school's memorial bell during an OC Veteran Advocates Service Day project.
Olivet College Hosts Fifth Annual Out of Darkness Walk - 2022
By Ben Gur-Arie
On Saturday, March 26, Olivet College students and faculty walked to honor and remember victims of suicide. The walk and fundraiser was hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
On Saturday, March 26, Olivet College students and faculty walked to honor and remember victims of suicide. The walk and fundraiser was hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Olivet College Hosts Fifth Annual Out of Darkness Walk
By Ben Gur-Arie
“Having people come out for mental health, even in cold weather, it’s pretty exciting,” said Vicky Mennare, co-chair for the Michigan Board of the foundation. together, and also take part in a special silent auction.
“Having people come out for mental health, even in cold weather, it’s pretty exciting,” said Vicky Mennare, co-chair for the Michigan Board of the foundation. together, and also take part in a special silent auction.
Olivet Comets Kick of their Winter Athletic Season
By Alicia Bullaro
OLIVET, MI – The winter sports in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) had their first official day on Oct. 15.
The OC women's basketball team scrimmages each other in front of a gym full of other students. The team was split in half into two and played two 5-minute halves.
OLIVET, MI – The winter sports in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) had their first official day on Oct. 15.
The OC women's basketball team scrimmages each other in front of a gym full of other students. The team was split in half into two and played two 5-minute halves.
Olivet Comets Kick of their Winter Athletic Season
By Alicia Bullaro
To kick off the beginning of the winter season, the Olivet College (OC) community came together to watch the basketball teams scrimmage each other and play a great number of games.
Four students face off against each other in a toilet paper game to win a prize. In teams of two, students must wrap their teammates in toilet paper as much as possible before the time runs out.
To kick off the beginning of the winter season, the Olivet College (OC) community came together to watch the basketball teams scrimmage each other and play a great number of games.
Four students face off against each other in a toilet paper game to win a prize. In teams of two, students must wrap their teammates in toilet paper as much as possible before the time runs out.
Homecoming and Men's Soccer
By Julia Mellinger
On Oct. 10, during Olivet's Homecoming Weekend, Olivet's Men's Soccer team played Trine University.
David James, sophomore, stands near the half field lane, waiting to receive the ball to attack the attacking team's goal.
On Oct. 10, during Olivet's Homecoming Weekend, Olivet's Men's Soccer team played Trine University.
David James, sophomore, stands near the half field lane, waiting to receive the ball to attack the attacking team's goal.
Homecoming and Men's Soccer
By Julia Mellinger
Head Coach Doug Carter and Joshua Rosendale, fifth-year senior, stand on the side lines, watching the players on the field battle for the win.
Head Coach Doug Carter and Joshua Rosendale, fifth-year senior, stand on the side lines, watching the players on the field battle for the win.
Return of In-Person Athletic Practice
By Julia Mellinger
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues on, Olivet College's athletic teams return to in-person practices. Cooper Sabourin, sophomore, is about to release the ball.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues on, Olivet College's athletic teams return to in-person practices. Cooper Sabourin, sophomore, is about to release the ball.
Return of In-Person Athletic Practice
By Julia Mellinger
Cole Miller, junior, about to take a shot on goal.
Cole Miller, junior, about to take a shot on goal.
Trans Day of Visibility Rock Painting
By Tara Flanagan
March 31 is Transgender Day of Visibility, which raises awareness for the discrimination and struggles transgender people face. The LGBT and LGBT-ally student group, Q and A, held a rock painting event on March 31 to observe Transgender Day of Visibility.
March 31 is Transgender Day of Visibility, which raises awareness for the discrimination and struggles transgender people face. The LGBT and LGBT-ally student group, Q and A, held a rock painting event on March 31 to observe Transgender Day of Visibility.
Trans Day of Visibility Rock Painting
By Tara Flanagan
Junior Antoney Hall said, “It was a small yet important thing for campus...It reminds us that all people are valid, and that includes transgender people.”
Junior Antoney Hall said, “It was a small yet important thing for campus...It reminds us that all people are valid, and that includes transgender people.”
COVID-19 Clears Playgrounds
By Tara Flanagan
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic Lansing schools have decided to put caution tape around the playground equipment. People have a chose whether to ignore it or follow directions, but they ask if you do still play on the equipment wash your hands after.
COVID-19 Clears Playgrounds
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic Lansing schools have decided to put caution tape around the playground equipment. People have a chose whether to ignore it or follow directions, but they ask if you do still play on the equipment wash your hands after.
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