University of Olivet
The University of Olivet, formerly known as Olivet College, is a private Christian university in Olivet, Michigan. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It was founded in 1844 by missionaries from Oberlin College, and it followed Oberlin in becoming the second coeducational college or university in the United States. The University of Olivet is affiliated with the United Church of Christ and the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches and stands in the Reformed tradition of Protestantism.
Former names | Olivet College (1844–2023) |
|---|---|
| Motto | Pro Christo et Humanitate |
Motto in English | For Christ and Humanity |
| Type | Private college |
| Established | 1844 |
Religious affiliation | United Church of Christ National Association of Congregational Christian Churches |
| Endowment | $18.8 million as of 2020 |
| President | Steven M. Corey |
| Provost | Paul Burkhardt |
Academic staff | 47 |
| Undergraduates | 978 (as of winter 2020) |
| Location | , U.S. 42.4410°N 84.9228°W |
| Campus | Rural, 56 acres (23 ha) |
| Colors | Red and white |
| Nickname | Comets |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division III, Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Mascot | Clyde & Haley |
| Website | www |
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