OLIVET, Mich. — The University of Olivet has many respected and successful teams. Over the years, a number of Comet teams have found success on the court, field, or water, but one of the latest to find their lane is the Bowling team. “I do (wish we got more attention) but at the same time I think we’re earning that,” said head men’s and women’s coach Brandon Grice. The team has had much success so far this season, with multiple top-five placings and two wins. They have also h

By Brooklyn Page OLIVET, Mich. — As it gets darker earlier in the coming weeks, concerns about student safety around campus can be a topic of conversation. Although small, The University of Olivet has students walking across campus at night to their dorms or apartments after evening classes, practices, or meetings. While many students are out and about on campus after the sun goes down, not all students are aware of the resources available to help them get home safely. “We w

Head tennis coach Isabel Snyder standing outside of the tennis courts. OLIVET, Mich. - The University of Olivet Men’s and Women’s Tennis are welcoming a familiar face back to campus. The new head coach Isabel Snyder, a former Comet herself, is excited to return to the place where her collegiate tennis journey began. She started coaching at Marshall High School in the spring of 2020. She was the assistant coach for both the girls and boys tennis teams and spent six years the

By Braeden Jones OLIVET, Mich. — In the spring of 1968, Ron Fazio graduated from Olivet College and was teaching history at Marlboro High School. By January of 1970, Fazio became a part of history when he was one of 2.2 million young men drafted to serve in the Vietnam War. “In those days, very few teachers got drafted, but since I did get drafted, I did fight the draft for 18 months,” said Fazio. Over 50 years ago now, he found himself thousands of miles away in a foreign

Senior quarterback, Charlie Grant, gearing up to pass the ball. OLIVET, Mich. - The University of Olivet will face off against Trine University on Thursday, October 16, at 7 p.m. The Comets are coming off their first win of the season after winning on the road against Kalamazoo 47-44. Trine is recovering from their loss to Hope last week, 55-35. Olivet has not beaten Trine since 2019. Last season, the Comets lost to Trine 35-28. Last week, the Comets gave up 456 yards of to

By Brooklyn Page Echo File Photo OLIVET, Mich. ­­­­— The University of Olivet has been open for four weeks, and fliers from the Health and Wellness Center are everywhere. The center offers resources to help students with mental health challenges, including addiction recovery support, access to over-the-counter medications, and a Zen room for relaxation. Robin Luckadoo Chadderdon, Director of Counseling, Health and Wellness on campus, holds a doctorate in human services and ha

By Dale Thompson Echo File Photo OLIVET, Mich. – The University of Olivet’s Kirk Center is the university’s central food station, where students and faculty members go to eat their meals for the day. It’s a place to eat, socialize, and relax in-between classes. Despite being well-known in the community of Olivet, there are many things that most people wouldn’t know about the KC, from dietary accommodations to ordering items that are “off-menu”.            First off, the KC is

By Evan Murphy Connor Bergeon and Brady Applegate at practice. Picture by Evan Murphy. OLIVET, Mich. - A new day has dawned for The University of Olivet (UO) Comets men’s and women’s golf teams. After 10 years of Bill Maas at the helm for the Comets, new coach Nito Ramos tees up to set this season in line for improving results. Securing 9th place in the Lou Collins Memorial Tournament at Bedford Valley Country Club (Battle Creek, Mich.) and following that up with a 9th place

By Nadia Tijerina, Shaelyn Lampinen, Jack Webb, and Braeden Jones A picture of The Farmers Scoop with their fresh produce stand set up.  OLIVET, Mich. – The Farmers Scoop is now two months out from its grand opening which took place on July 18. The drive-in restaurant, located at 704 S. Main St, sells fresh produce, prepared food items, and ice cream.  For years, residents and college students had to drive at least 20 minutes for fresh produce options as Olivet has very limit

Picture of The University of Olivet's Athletic Hall of Fame in the Cutler Athletic Center. Picture by Braeden Jones OLIVET, Mich. - The University of Olivet will welcome four new members into its Athletic Hall of Fame. The Class of 2025 will induct Kelsey Campbell '14, who played women’s basketball, Stefanie (Lang) Smith ’15, who played women’s volleyball and basketball, Theresa (Damico) Underhill ’14, who was on women’s golf team, and Jalen Weaver ’15, who ran cross-country