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SERVING THE COMMUNITY OF OLIVET SINCE 1888
Fire Presses Pause on Block House
SERVPRO, a cleaning company, parked outside of Block House. Servpro assisted with cleaning up the establishment following the fire. OLIVET, Mich. – A fire broke out at Block House, the restaurant and esports center located on the corner of Main Street and Butterfield Highway in Olivet. The fire occurred at 4 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12, and the “spontaneous combustion” of a bag that contained linen rags caused the fire, said Kyle Ritenburgh, the manager of Olivet’s Block House’s
Nadia Tijerina, Shaelyn Lampinen, Jack Webb, and Braeden Jones
2 days ago


Poetry Slam Showcases Student Talent
The crowd at the poetry slam listening to the Olivet Jazz Band play before the poems are read. OLIVET, Mich. - The University of Olivet hosted its first annual Poetry Slam on Monday, Oct. 27, to kick off Health and Wellness Week. The English department and The Health and Wellness Center partnered together to make this event happen. “No matter what you're writing about, writing can often help your wellness,” Laura Barlond-Maas, Associate Professor of English said. At the
Shaelyn Lampinen
Oct 29


Comets Set to Take on the Thunder Under the Lights
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
Nadia Tijerina, Shaelyn Lampinen, Jack Webb, and Braeden Jones
Oct 16


Jolo Farms Opens The Farmers Scoop
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
Nadia Tijerina, Shaelyn Lampinen, Jack Webb, and Braeden Jones
Sep 29


Preparing For Finals
This is a photo of the finals schedule for Olivet students, which can be found on your MyOlivet page. Photo taken from MyOlivet portal....
Shaelyn Lampinen
Apr 22


"A Tree Falls" Album Review
The cover for David W. Jacobsen's album A Tree Falls . David W. Jacobsen is a singer / songwriter from the New York Metro area. He has...
Shaelyn Lampinen
Apr 4


Earthbound Hosts a Bugs-on-Wheels Experience
The set up for Bug-on-Wheels was in the Mott Auditorium. Photo taken by Shaelyn Lampinen. OLIVET, Mich. - Conquering your fears at the...
Shaelyn Lampinen
Feb 28


WOCR Radio Shows: Spring 2025
This semester at The University of Olivet, our student-run Radio Station, WOCR at 89.1 FM, has a total of seven radio shows being created...
Brayden Craig, Shae Lampinen, Jaeonna Shelton
Feb 14


All About Work Studies
Alexis Bond (right) helping Andy Hok (left) check out at the spirit store. Photo taken by Shaelyn Lampinen. A work study is a job on...
Shaelyn Lampinen
Dec 1, 2024


Soft Launching Comet's Cupboard
One of the many shelves in the Comet's Cupboard that The University of Olivet's students can choose from. Photo by Shaelyn Lampinen....
Shaelyn Lampinen
Sep 11, 2024


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