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A MESSAGE FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR 2021–2022 STUDENT DEVELOPMENT Welcome University Life I am thrilled to welcome you to the campus of Olivet WALTER “WOODY” WEBB Nazarene University! We hope you are as excited as we are about the beginning of the new school year. The coming months are sure to be filled with opportunities for you to meet new friends, try Handbook different activities, learn new truths and change in ways you never would have expected. One thing is for sure: A year from now, you won’t be the same person as you are at this moment! I hope you will take advantage of the various opportunities available to you for spiritual, academic and personal growth. Decide now to get involved so that you can experience college life to the fullest. We in Student Development would love to join you in this journey. We believe in the value of every person and exist to cultivate the full potential of our students. We serve you by providing high quality programs, services and learning experiences that focus on holistic development. Some of the ways in which we serve you are through a genuine and caring residential life staff, counseling services, health services, intramurals, intercollegiate athletics, community life and spiritual development. Please don’t hesitate to ask for our support and guidance as you make your way through these college years. My prayer is that you will find a sense of belonging and purpose in the activities and ministries you choose at Olivet. Through the events of the coming year, may you grow closer to the people around you and the God who loves you. o TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Welcome 3 Academic 7 Campus Buildings 10 Recreation 13 Dykhouse Center 16 Health Services 18 Spiritual 24 Substance Abuse 28 University Policies 2 Impact of COVID-19 Calendar and Office Hours Services for Academic 16 Multiethnic Development 24 Residence Hall/ 29 Public Safety 2 Historical Sketch 4 Resident Directors 8 Student Leaders 11 Benner Library and Excellence Student Services 19 Campus Apartment Policies 36 Vehicle Code of ONU 5 Resident Assistants 8 Clubs and Resource Center 15 Elwood Center for 16 Student Regulations 26 Judicial Process 3 Administration 6 Problem Solvers Organizations 11 Academic Student Success Employment 22 Chapel Policy 27 Computer User and Student 6 How To 9 Athletics Advising, Support 15 Counseling 17 Student Union 23 Dress Policy Code of Conduct Services “Get the Word” and Requirements Services 1 IMPACT OF Historical sketch COVID-19 SCHOOL SONG of Olivet “Alma Mater, Olivet” by Byron Carmony ’39 THE INFORMATION IN THIS Handbook is provided with the To Alma Mater, Olivet, understanding that the novel coronavirus n 1907, a group we lift our voice in praise (COVID-19) pandemic may continue to of devout people For noble standards which we’ll hold limit the University’s ability to provide in Georgetown, normally available resources, activities, ’till ending of our days. Illinois, who desired and programs for the 2021–2022 school I year, including in ways that may not a distinctly Christian The time we spent within these halls currently be foreseeable. Accordingly, atmosphere for the will ne’er forgotten be, all plans for the 2021–2022 year are education of their For here we learned to know of truth, contingent on a number of factors, children, started an and truth will make us free. including the degree to which the elementary school. pandemic is contained or to which A year later, the group My Olivet, Our Olivet! further outbreaks occur. purchased several Tho’ life may lead us far apart, acres of land three The University’s top priority always has I’ll still revere you in my heart. miles south of the been and continues to be the health, original location and safety, and well-being of our students, My Olivet, Our Olivet. I’ll love the enlarged the school to faculty, staff, and broader community. Christ you gave first part, include a secondary To that end, at every step of the way, the And you, old Olivet! University’s response to the COVID-19 level of education. pandemic has been informed by This community guidance from the Centers for Disease became known as Control (CDC) and other public health Olivet, Illinois, and authorities, as well as state and local was later to share its name with the school located there. In 1909, the school added orders. Looking ahead to the 2021–2022 a college of liberal arts and became known as Illinois Holiness University. SEAL AND SCHOOL COLORS year, the University will continue to The trustees of the school soon realized the wisdom of affiliating with an established closely monitor the evolving situation denominational group whose doctrines and standards were in agreement with the Olivet’s school colors are and take any additional actions it deems purple and gold. The seal necessary, in its sole discretion, in light founding fathers, and in 1912, they gave the college to the Church of the Nazarene. of the COVID-19 situation. As in the past, A few years later, the name was changed to Olivet College. By 1939, the enrollment is a symbol of truth and these decisions will be made based on of the college and academy was about 300 students, and the campus consisted justice and contains guidance from health authorities and of five brick structures and several frame buildings on the 40-acre property. the dove of peace, state and local governments. With your In November 1939, the administration building that housed the classrooms, the cross, the lamp of help, we can work to keep the Olivet library, practice rooms, laboratories, offices and chapel was destroyed by fire. After learning and the Bible. community safe. careful consideration of the expansion program necessary for the future development of the rapidly growing college, the trustees purchased the present campus in Students are expected to abide by all Bourbonnais, Illinois, and adopted the name Olivet Nazarene College. COVID related recommendations. The school’s name was changed in 1986 to Olivet Nazarene University, reflecting the diversity of academic programs and graduate studies. o TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Welcome 3 Academic 7 Campus Buildings 10 Recreation 13 Dykhouse Center 16 Health Services 18 Spiritual 24 Substance Abuse 28 University Policies 2 Impact of COVID-19 Calendar and Office Hours Services for Academic 16 Multiethnic Development 24 Residence Hall/ 29 Public Safety 2 Historical Sketch 4 Resident Directors 8 Student Leaders 11 Benner Library and Excellence Student Services 19 Campus Apartment Policies 36 Vehicle Code of ONU 5 Resident Assistants 8 Clubs and Resource Center 15 Elwood Center for 16 Student Regulations 26 Judicial Process 3 Administration 6 Problem Solvers Organizations 11 Academic Student Success Employment 22 Chapel Policy 27 Computer User and Student 6 How To 9 Athletics Advising, Support 15 Counseling 17 Student Union 23 Dress Policy Code of Conduct Services “Get the Word” and Requirements Services 2 Administration and student services ACADEMIC CALENDAR ADMINISTRATIVE UNIVERSITY OFFICERS STAFF Fall Semester 2021 Aug. 28 Orientation for Freshmen/Transfers Aug. 30–31 Registration Days Gregg Chenoweth Kristin Arwood Kristy Ingram Matt Smith Sept. 1 Classes Begin (Wednesday, 7:30 a.m.) President Housing Coordinator Executive Director of Center for Director of Student Engagement Sept. 19–22 Fall Revival Burke ■ (815-939-) 5221 Ludwig ■ (815-928-) 5747 Academic Excellence ■ Perry Center ■ (815-939-) 5102 (815-939-) 5361 Sept. 24 Final Day to drop Block I courses Brian Allen Tom Ascher Kathy Steinacker Oct. 11–12 Fall Break Vice President for Director of Human Resources, Scot Kraemer Dean for Community Life Oct. 22–24 Homecoming Institutional Title IX Coordinator Dean of Judicial Affairs Perry Center ■ (815-939-) 5230 Oct. 27 Mid-semester (Block II courses begin) Advancement Miller ■ (815-928-) 5473 Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5333 Cynthia Taylor Nov. 12 Final Day to drop semester-length courses Burke ■ (815-939-) 5255 Drew Benson Keri Langan Director of Multiethnic Nov. 19 Final Day to drop Block II courses Dean for Residential Life Director of Student Services Nov. 24–28 Thanksgiving Holiday Stephen Lowe Ludwig (815-939-) 5333 Student Employment Elwood Center (815-928-) 5665 Vice President for ■ ■ Nov. 29 Classes resume at 7:30 a.m. Miller ■ (815-928-) 5508 Dec. 15–17 Final Examinations Academic Affairs Jordan Bergren Aaron Thompson Burke ■ (815-939-) 5213 Student Ministries Coordinator Amanda Hogan Director of Undergraduate Ludwig ■ (815-928-) 5692 Director of Persistence and Advising Spring Semester 2022 David Pickering Career Development Burke DATES ARE TENTATIVE Executive Vice President/ Darren Blair Benner ■ (815-939-) 5243 Chief Financial Officer Jan. 10 Registration Day and Associate Director of Bianca Valencia New Student Orientation Miller ■ (815-939-) 5161 Public Safety Brent Nelson Coordinator of Jan. 11 Classes Begin (Tuesday, 7:30 a.m.) Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5265 Director of Academic Coaching Center Ryan Spittal Student Financial Services [email protected] Jan. 17 Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No classes) Vice President for Greg Bruner Miller ■ (815-939-) 5245 Feb. 3 Final Day to drop Block III courses ONU Global Director of Financial Aid Lisa Vander Veer Feb. 11 Winter Break Remote ■ (815-928-) 5460 Miller ■ (815-939-) 5249 Rachel Piazza Executive Director for Counseling Feb. 13–16 Winter Revival Bookstore Manager and Health Services March 4–13 Spring Break Walter “Woody” Webb Pam Greenlee Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5344 Elwood Center ■ (815-939-) 5256 Vice President for Dean of Library Services March 14 Block