TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
2022–2023
UNIVERSITY LIFE
HandbookHandbook
1
A MESSAGE FROM
THE OFFICE OF
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
Welcome
We are thrilled to welcome
you to the campus of Olivet
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
lled with opportunities for you to meet new friends, try
dierent 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!
We 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 sta, counseling
services, health services, intercollegiate athletics, spiritual
development, student life and recreation. Please don’t
hesitate to ask for our support and guidance as you make
your way through these college years.
Our prayer is that you will nd 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
Contact us by phone at (815-939-) 5333
or by email at
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SCHOOL SONG
“Alma Mater, Olivet”
by Byron Carmony ’39
To Alma Mater, Olivet,
we lift our voice in praise
For noble standards which we’ll hold
’till ending of our days.
The time we spent within these halls
will ne’er forgotten be,
For here we learned to know of truth,
and truth will make us free.
My Olivet, Our Olivet!
Tho’ life may lead us far apart,
I’ll still revere you in my heart.
My Olivet, Our Olivet. I’ll love the
Christ you gave rst part,
And you, old Olivet!
SEAL AND SCHOOL COLORS
Olivet’s school colors are
purple and gold. The seal
is a symbol of truth and
justice and contains
the dove of peace,
the cross, the lamp of
learning and the Bible.
God of grace and God of glory,
source of our redeeming love
Humbled hearts we bow before thee,
brought to Sonship by the Dove
For thy Christ we do exalt thee,
for his cross His church and yet
Praise we too for higher learning,
alma mater Olivet
We would pray for her safe keeping,
for her calling and her cause
That she’d teach with understanding,
ever Christ-like without pause
Oh, may we, her sons and daughters,
in a world of sin and strife
Ever cherish what she stands for,
Living Truth, Eternal Life
Give us courage, give us wisdom
for the challenge of this hour
Being salt and light and healing,
serving by thy Spirit’s power
Then when life’s short day is ended,
and we ponder sacred debt
We will praise the Christ our Savior
and alma mater Olivet
Written by Edmond P. Nash
Music by Jackson Anderson
Historical sketch
of Olivet
I
n 1907, a group
of devout people
in Georgetown,
Illinois, who
desired a distinctly
OLIVET
HYMN
Christian atmosphere
for the education of
their children, started
an elementary school.
A year later, the group
purchased several acres
of land three miles south
of the original location
and enlarged the school
to include a secondary
level of education.
This community became known as Olivet, Illinois, and was later to share its name
with the school located there. In 1909, the school added a college of liberal arts and
became known as Illinois Holiness University.
The trustees of the school soon realized the wisdom of aliating with an established
denominational group whose doctrines and standards were in agreement with the
founding fathers, and in 1912, they gave the college to the Church of the Nazarene.
A few years later, the name was changed to Olivet College. By 1939, the enrollment
of the college and academy was about 300 students, and the campus consisted
of ve brick structures and several frame buildings on the 40-acre property.
In November 1939, the administration building that housed the classrooms,
library, practice rooms, laboratories, oces and chapel was destroyed by re. After
careful consideration of the expansion program necessary for the future development
of the rapidly growing college, the trustees purchased the present campus in
Bourbonnais, Illinois, and adopted the name Olivet Nazarene College.
The school’s name was changed in 1986 to Olivet Nazarene University,
reecting the diversity of academic programs and graduate studies. o
The early campus in the community known as Olivet, Illinois
1913
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Administration and student services
ADMINISTRATIVE
OFFICERS
Gregg Chenoweth
President
Burke ■ (815-939-) 5221
Brian Allen
Vice President for
Institutional
Advancement
Burke ■ (815-939-) 5255
Stephen Lowe
Vice President for
Academic Aairs
Burke ■ (815-939-) 5213
David Pickering
Executive Vice President/
Chief Financial Ocer
Miller ■ (815-939-) 5161
Mark Reddy
Vice President for
Enrollment Management
Heritage ■ (815-928-) 5768
Jason Stephens
Vice President for
Student Development
Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5333
UNIVERSITY
STAFF
Tom Ascher
Director of Human Resources,
Title IX Coordinator
Miller ■ (815-928-) 5473
Drew Benson
Dean of Residential Life
Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5333
Darren Blair
Associate Director of
Public Safety
Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5265
Greg Bruner
Director of Financial Aid
Miller ■ (815-939-) 5249
Pam Greenlee
Dean of Library Services
Benner ■ (815-939-) 5211
Amanda Hogan
Director, Learning Support
Services
Miller ■ (815-939-) 5243
Mark Holcomb
Chaplain to the University
Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5236
Kristy Ingram
Executive Director of Center for
Academic Excellence
(815-939-) 5361
(815-928-) 5608
ACADEMIC
CALENDAR
Fall Semester 2022
Aug. 27 Orientation for Freshmen/Transfers
Aug. 29–30 Registration Days
Aug. 31 Classes Begin (Wednesday, 7:30 a.m.)
Sept. 18–21 Fall Revival
Sept. 23 Final Day to drop Block I courses
Oct. 10–11 Fall Break
Oct. 26 Mid-semester (Block II courses begin)
Oct. 27–30 Homecoming
Nov. 11 Final Day to drop semester-length courses
Nov. 18 Final Day to drop Block II courses
Nov. 23–27 Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov. 28 Classes resume at 7:30 a.m.
Dec. 14–16 Final Examinations
Spring Semester 2023
Jan. 9 Registration Day and
New Student Orientation
Jan. 10 Classes Begin (Tuesday, 7:30 a.m.)
Jan. 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No classes)
Feb. 2 Final Day to drop Block III courses
Feb. 10 Winter Break
Feb. 12–15 Winter Revival
March 4–12 Spring Break
March 13 Block IV begins
March 30 Final Day to drop semester-length courses
April 6 Final Day to drop Block IV courses
April 7–10 Easter Break
April 10 Monday only Classes will meet
May 1–4 Final Examinations
May 5 Baccalaureate Service
May 6 Commencement
Kathy Steinacker
Dean of Student Life
Perry Center ■ (815-939-) 5230
Cynthia Taylor
Director of Multiethnic Student Services
Elwood Center ■ (815-928-) 5665
TBD
Director of CareerDevelopment
Miller ■ (815-939-) 5243
TBD
Housing Coordinator
Ludwig ■ (815-928-) 5519
Esther Tueck
Director of Shalom Project
Ludwig ■ (815-928-) 5692
Bianca Valencia
Coordinator of Academic
Coaching Center
Lisa Vander Veer
Dean of Student Persistence
Benner rst oor ■ (815-939) 5256
Richard Weigel
General Manager for Sodexo
Dining Services
Ludwig ■ (815-928-) 5534
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
Brianna Koch
Director of Counseling Services
Elwood Center
(815-928-) 5786
Scot Kraemer
Dean of Judicial Aairs
Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5333
Keri Langan
Director of
Student Employment
Miller ■ (815-928-) 5508
Tiany McCann
Executive Director of
Student Financial Services
Miller ■ (815-939-) 5245
Rachel Piazza
Bookstore Manager
Ludwig ■ (815-939-) 5344
Jonathan Pickering
Dean of Academic Operations
Burke ■ (815-939-) 5201
Julie Richardson
Director of Health Services
Elwood Center
(815-939-) 5057
Beth Schurman
Director, Writing Center
Matt Smith
Director of Student Engagement
Perry Center ■ (815-939-) 5102
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Chapman Hall
RALPH KALFAS
(815-939-) 5369
Grand
Apartments
(Men)
TOMMY GROSE
Grand 200s
(815-928-) 5444
SPENCER TONG
Grand 300s
(815-939-) 5179
Grand
Apartments
(Women)
CARLEE SMITH
Grand 401–403
(815-928-) 5458
CHERYL LAMAR
Grand 405–413
(815-928-) 5544
KATIE NIELSEN
Grand 415–437
(815-939-) 5085
EMMA MATHEWS
Grand 439–441
(815-939-) 5117
TAYLORMARIE LEMAN
Grand 443–445
(815-928-) 5857
Hills Hall
ZACH TAMEZ
(815-939-) 5359
Howe Hall
JOEY MCMULLEN
(815-939-) 5504
McClain Hall
JOEY M
C
MULLEN
(815-939-) 5504
Nesbitt Hall
BRAXTEN COOK
(815-939-) 5380
The Oaks
Apartments
(Men)
DEVLIN DEVORE
The Oaks 469 & 489
(815-928-) 5664
TRAVIS SMITH
The Oaks 579
(815-928-) 5446
The Oaks
Apartments
(Women)
KRISTIN ARWOOD
The Oaks 539 & 609
(815-928-) 5756
SHELBY WEGFORTH
The Oaks 619
(815-928-) 5770
STACEY HUTTON
The Oaks 629
(815-928-) 5416
Parrott Hall
DANIELLE DAVIS
(815-939-) 5220
Stadium
Apartments
THOMAS RANKIN
Room 116 #2
(815-928-) 5755
Stratford
Apartments
(Men)
JONATHAN RUBY
Bldg. 1011
(815-939-) 5067
MATT DIXON
Bldg. 1023
(815-928-) 5427
TIMMY MILLER
Bldg. 1035
(815-928-) 5498
Stratford
Apartments
(Women)
REBECCA DECKER
Bldgs. 1047 & 1059
(815-928-) 5485
GABBY HILLIARD
Bldg. 1061
(815-928-) 5761
University Place
Apartments
(Men)
MARK BISHOP
Bldgs. 100–200
(815-928-) 5488
University Place
Apartments
(Women)
BETH CONWAY
Bldg. 300 & 400
(815-928-) 5471
EMMA KINDRED
Bldg. 500
(815-928-) 5476
Williams Hall
KENDRA JONES
(815-939-)
5370
Residential Life sta
continued >
Resident Directors
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Residential Life sta, continued
Resident Assistants
Chapman Hall
JACOB SIMS
Room 101
NATHAN HODOR
Room 130
ELIAS MENESES
Room 201
ILLIAS ARAMADANIDIS
Room 230
SAM TURNER
Room 301
KYLE SZYMANSKI
Room 330
BEN HANSEN
Room 401
CALEB ZIMMERMAN
Room 430
Grand
Apartments
(Men)
WILLIAM ANDERSON
Grand 255 #3
JACOB BEARDSLEY
Grand 285 #3
JUSTIN SEIBERLICH
Grand 287 #3
STEPHEN ALVARADO
Grand 301 #3
NATHAN ALVAREZ
Grand 303 #3
PHILLIP KOERNER
Grand 305 #3
Grand
Apartments
(Women)
LOCHLYN STADT
Grand 401 #1
JASMINA STOREN
Grand 403 #1
MORGAN SUVER
Grand 405 #1
DJ HERRING
Grand 413 #4
LUCY MARTINSON
Grand 415 #1
KATHRYN SWANSON
Grand 437 #1
BRAELYN OBERLE
Grand 439 #7
HAILY MCBRIDE
Grand 441 #6
LAUREN GADBOIS
Grand 443 #6
HALIE KAY
VERMILLION
Grand 445 #6
Hills Hall
PAYTON THILL
Room 126
ERIK BEAL
Room 201
ETHAN BURT
Room 226
AARON CURTIS
Room 301
RYAN GHASTIN
Room 326
DANIEL GREENE
Room 401
MARCUS DOMONT
Room 426
Howe Hall
CAMEO POWELL
Room 12
MADISON LOCKHART
Room 18
McClain Hall
MADELINE JOHNSON
Room 108
MEGAN GARCIA
Room 126
RYLIE PROUGH
Room 201
LUCY LAMAR
Room 226
RAQUEL GONZALEZ
Room 301
LILY ROBERTSON
Room 326
ABI HOBSON
Room 401
REGAN HAYES
Room 426
Nesbitt Hall
COLEMAN DOERING
Room 126
ANDREWLEE SMITH
Room 201
SEAN PAINE
Room 226
KADEN JULL
Room 301
MICAH ROCHIN
Room 326
SEBASTIAN DEVORE
Room 401
TBD
Room 426
The Oaks
Apartments
(Men)
JARED CARTER
Oaks 469 #11
BRYAN DIEKEN
Oaks 489 #7
JONAH GONEH
Oaks 539 #11
The Oaks
Apartments
(Women)
BROOKLYN MORRISON
Oaks 539 #7
ABIGAIL LYNN
Oaks 609 #7
LITZAHAYA REYNA
Oaks 619 #7
KATHRYN BELL
Oaks 629 #11
Parrott Hall
LAUREN OOLEY
Room 126
SAMANTHA
PATTERSON
Room 201
STEPHANIE CLARK
Room 226
MANDI PADDOCK
Room 301
EMILIE COLLINS
Room 326
CAMRYN ANDERSON
Room 401
ALEXIS FISHER
Room 426
Stadium
Apartments
KEEGAN BUFFEY
Stadium 110 #1
JACOB BAGLEY
Stadium 126 #1
Stratford
Apartments
(Men)
SETH MULINIKS
Stratford 1011 #1
SAM BOWDEN
Stratford 1011 #14
TRISTAN GESLER
Stratford 1023 #1
LUKE BRAMAN
Stratford 1023 #14
ANDREW WOLFE
Stratford 1035 #1
MASON BEAL
Stratford 1035 #14
Stratford
Apartments
(Women)
EMILY ORNS
Stratford 1047 #1
HALLE BRINER
Stratford 1047 #14
ABIGAIL BOWERS
Stratford 1059 #4
REAGAN THORNHILL
Stratford 1061 #1
OLIVIA KACZMAREK
Stratford 1061 #14
University Place
Apartments
(Men)
AUSTIN SPACHT
# 107
SAM ARNS
# 206
University Place
Apartments
(Women)
EMILY PAINTER
# 306
CAMDEN COTNER
# 406
KATIE BISHOP
# 506
Williams Hall
MCKENNA
COUCHENOUR
Room 116
ANNA SHOUP
Room 129
IVANA INGLE
Room 213
SOPHIE CLOSE
Room 222
HEIDI GREER
Room 311
KAYLEE KENNEDY
Room 328
KAITLYN TIBBETTS
Room 411
MADDISON REDDY
Room 428
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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SOCIAL MEDIA
Find Life at Olivet on Facebook,
Instagram and TikTok. We will
keep you updated on campus
events, post photo albums,
highlight videos and more. Add
your voice to the conversation
using the #lifeatolivet hashtag!
PORTAL
From news and announcements to
important links for your classes
and various accounts, check out
My.Olivet.edu to nd what
you need.
SHINE.FM NETWORK
Shine.FM/WONU broadcasts
contemporary Christian music as
well as other programs of interest
to ONU, Northeast Illinois,
Northwest and Central Indiana,
and Southwest Michigan.
Shine.FM is on the air 24 hours a
day at 89.7 FM, the Shine.FM app
and online at Shine.FM.
How to “get the word”
FLYERS AND BANNERS
To get permission for posting, see:
n Athletics —
Athletics administrative
assistant
n Benner Library —
Library administrative assistant
n Birchard Gymnasium —
Director of Athletics
n Burke Administration —
Oce of the Registrar
n Larsen Fine Arts Center —
School of Music oce
n Ludwig Center —
Student Development oce
n Miller Business Center —
Director of
Human Resources
n Reed Hall of Science —
Administrative assistant,
Reed Administrative Oce
n Residence Halls —
Student Development oce
n Perry Student Life and
Recreation Center —
Second oor oce sta
n Weber Center —
Administrative assistant,
School of Business
n Wisner Hall of Nursing —
Administrative assistant,
Department of Nursing
When in need of …
Problem Solvers
n Assistance with
chapel attendance —
send an email to
n Changing a schedule
(drop/add) —
go to the Oce of the Registrar in
Burke Administration Building
n Commuter,
general questions —
send an email to
commuter@olivet.edu
n Computer,
general questions —
go to the Information Technology
Help Desk in Benner Library or
call(815‑939‑) 5302
n Disability
accommodations —
send an email to Learning Support
Services, LSS@olivet.edu
n Event/meeting
request —
send an email to requestforms@olivet.
edu or [email protected]
n First aid, illness —
go to Health Services in the Elwood
Center for Student Success
n Help with a
grade problem —
contact your Professor, the
Department Chair, or the Dean of
College/School
n Help with writing
at the Writing Center —
send an email to
writingcenter@olivet.edu
n Individual and
groupcounseling —
contact Counseling Services in the
Elwood Center for Student Success,
(815‑939‑) 5256
n Information to take a
directed study —
go to the Oce of the Registrar
inBurke Administration Building
n Intramural activities
information —
go to the Director of Student
Engagement in Perry Center or send
an email to intramurals@olivet.edu
n Job search, résumé
building or interview
preparation —
contact Career Development in Miller
Business Center, (815‑939‑) 5243,
careers@olivet.edu
n Loan to pay your
school bill —
go to the Oce of Financial Aid in
Miller Business Center
n Lost and found —
go to the Perry Center Front Desk
orcall (815‑928‑) 5619; or go to the
Ludwig Information Desk or call
(815‑939‑) 5203
n Making suggestions
or have a question
regarding food services —
contact the General Manager for
Sodexo Dining Services,
(815‑928‑) 5534
n Making suggestions
or have a question
regarding residence
halls —
go to the Resident Director or
send an email to
studentdevelopmen[email protected]
n Medical emergency —
dial 9‑911 from any campus phone
n Paying an ONU bill —
go to the Oce of Student Accounts
inMiller Business Center
n Perry Center and
Recreation Services —
send an email to
recrea[email protected]
n Posting a yer —
contact the Building Director
n Replacing Tiger Card —
go to Information Technology
inBenner Library
n Reporting lost/stolen
property, starting car,
keyslocked in vehicle —
go to the Oce of Public Safety
inLudwig Center or
call (815‑939‑) 5265
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
n Research for an
assignment/paper —
go to the Reference Desk in
Benner Library orcall (815‑939‑) 5355
n Scheduling an
event/meeting —
go to the Perry Center, second oor
n Spiritual guidance —
go to the Oce of Spiritual
Development in Ludwig Center
or call (815‑939‑) 5236
n Student activities
and clubs —
send an email to clubs@olivet.edu
n Student employment —
go to the Oce of Student Employment
in Miller Business Center or call
(815‑928‑) 5508
n Student ministries —
go to the Oce of Spiritual
Development in Ludwig Center
or call (815‑928‑) 5692
n Tiger Dollars —
go to the Cashier’s window in Miller
Business Center or call (815‑939‑) 5245
n Title IX information
andresources —
go to the Oce of Human Resources
in Miller Business Center,
call (815‑939‑) 5240 or send an email to
n Tutoring —
contact the Academic Coaching Center,
(815‑936‑) 3963, AC[email protected]
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Campus buildings and oce hours
BENNER LIBRARY
Pam Greenlee, director of library services
Hours during regular semesters:
n Mon.–Thurs., 7:30 a.m.–12 a.m.
n Fri., 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
n Sat., 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
n Sun., 6:30 p.m.–12 a.m.
n Fishbowl open 24/7
Academic Coaching Center
Bianca Valencia, coordinator
n Walk-in and appointments available
Career Development
Amanda Hogan, director
n Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Communication Department
n Mon.–Thurs., 8 a.m.–10 p.m.
n Fri., 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Learning Support Services
n Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Library Vending
Richard Weigel, Sodexo general manager
Writing Center
n Walk-in and appointments
available
n Mon.–Thurs., 2–10 p.m.
BIRCHARD GYMNASIUM
AND FITNESS CENTER
Mike Conway, athletic director
n Facility hours as posted for tness
center, gyms, racquetball courts
and track
BURKE ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING
Mark Mountain, director of
registration services
n Mon./Tues./Thurs., 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
n Wed./Fri., 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
CHALFANT HALL
Jana Hacker, director
n Special arrangements may be made
by calling (815-939-) 5045.
CENTENNIAL CHAPEL
Jana Hacker, director
n Special arrangements may be made
by calling (815-939-) 5045.
ELWOOD CENTER FOR
STUDENTSUCCESS
Counseling and Health Services
Lisa Vander Veer, executive director
n Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.,
by appointment; walk-ins for
emergencies only
n Appointments may be requested
online through “My Olivet”
studentportal.
n Allergy shots by appointment only
n
Evening hours for Counseling Services
may be available by appointment only.
Multiethnic Student Services
Cynthia Taylor, director
n Mon., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
n Tues.–Thurs., 1–5 p.m. and 6–9 p.m.
n Fri., 12–5 p.m.
KELLEY PRAYER CHAPEL
Jana Hacker, director
n Special arrangements may be
made by calling (815-939-) 5045.
n Daily, 7 a.m.–11 p.m.
LARSEN FINE ARTS CENTER
Don Reddick, dean,
School of Music
n Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Practice rooms:
n Mon.–Sat., 7 a.m.–11 p.m.
n Sun., 12–6 p.m., 7–11 p.m.
LUDWIG CENTER
Scot Kraemer, director
n Mon.–Fri., 7 a.m.–11 p.m.
n Sat.–Sun., 8 a.m.–11 p.m.
CRU5H (Lower Level)
Richard Weigel, Sodexo general manager
n Mon.–Thurs., 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m.,
3–9 p.m.
n Fri., 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m., 3–7 p.m.
n Sun., 4–9 p.m.
Farmers Field (Lower Level)
Richard Weigel, Sodexo general manager
n Mon.–Thurs., 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m.;
4–6 p.m.
n Fri., 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Hammes Spirit Store
(Main Level)
Rachel Piazza, manager
n Mon.–Thurs., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
n Fri., 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
n Sat., 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
n Sun., closed
n Shop 24/7 at Bookstore.Olivet.edu
Summer hours:
n Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
n Sat.–Sun., closed
Mail Hub and Bookstore
(Lower Level)
Rachel Piazza, manager
n Mon./Wed./Fri., 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
n Tues./Thurs., 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
n Sat.–Sun., closed
Summer hours:
n Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
n Sat.–Sun., closed
Oce of Spiritual Development
(Balcony)
Mark Holcomb, chaplain
n Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Oce of Student Development
(Balcony)
n Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Public Safety (Lower Level)
Darren Blair, associate director
n Public Safety is available 24 hours
aday and can be reached at
(815-939-) 5265 or (815-939-) 5011.
Sodexo Dining Room
Richard Weigel, Sodexo general manager
n Mon.–Fri., 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
• 7–9:30 a.m., hot breakfast
• 9:30–10:30 a.m.,
continental breakfast
• 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., lunch
• 4:30–7 p.m., dinner
n Sat. 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
• 8–9 a.m., breakfast
• 11 a.m.–1 p.m., lunch
• 4:30–6 p.m., dinner
n Sun., 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
• 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m., brunch
• 4:30–6 p.m., dinner
Starbucks
Richard Weigel, Sodexo general manager
n Mon.–Fri., 7:30 a.m.–8 p.m.
n Sat., 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
MILLER BUSINESS CENTER
David Pickering, administrator
Oces include Cashier, Student
Financial Services, Accounting,
Payroll, Human Resources and
Student Employment.
n Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
PERRY STUDENT LIFE AND
RECREATION CENTER
Matt Smith, director
n Mon.–Sat., 6 a.m.–11 p.m.
n Sun., 2–11 p.m.
Rec Center Cafe
Richard Weigel, Sodexo general manager
n Mon.–Thurs., 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
n Fri., 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
REED HALL OF SCIENCE
Dale Hathaway, professor of mathematics,
Martin D. Walker School of Science,
Technology, Engineering
andMathematics
n Mon.–Fri., 7 a.m.–11 p.m.
n Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
WARMING HOUSE
Kathy Steinacker, director
Special arrangements may be made
by calling (815-939-) 5230.
WEBER CENTER
Jana Shear, director
n Mon.–Sat., 7 a.m.–11 p.m.
n Computer Lab: TBD
WISNER HALL OF NURSING
Tiany Greer, associate dean,
School of Nursing
n Mon.–Fri., 7 a.m.–11 p.m.
n Sat.– Sun., 9 a.m.–11 p.m.
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
8
Our many traditions are a special part of the Olivet experience.
These time-honored activities and events become a part of us.
They dene us as Olivetians. What’s more, they are a ton of fun!
Olivet students enjoy a wide variety of traditions and
special activities throughout the year, including:
■ Jump Start – New student conference
■ Ollies Follies – Three event nights lled with class competitions
■ Movie on the Lawn – Outdoor event at Ward Field
■ Clubs and Ministry Fairs – Annual signups held in September
■ Fall and Spring Revivals – A time of spiritual renewal
■ Rock-N-Glow – Silent disco party
■ Concerts – Live music opportunities provided by Shine.FM
■ Orpheus Variety Show – Skit and talent show
■ Homecoming – Weekend celebration lled with reunions, sporting events,
music and more
■ Theater Productions – Multiple student and department productions
each semester
■ Costume Fest – Parade of costumes, live music and food
■ Handel’s Messiah – Music presentation featuring the University Orchestra,
combined choirs, and student and guest soloists
■ Sounds of the Season – Christmas concert by the vocal and instrumental
ensembles of the School of Music
■ Christmas Party – Holiday-themed event held at the Perry Center
■ The Big Chill – Live band karaoke, games and ice cream
■ Mr. ONU – Skit and talent show
■ Commencement Concert – School of Music nal concert
■ Senior Week – Activities designed to gather and celebrate
■ Baccalaureate Service – A worship service for all graduates and their families
■ Graduation – Ceremony held in the Betty and Kenneth Hawkins
CentennialChapel
For more details, visit Olivet.edu, and follow us on
Instagram @olivetnazarene and @lifeatolivet
Ways to get involved
At Olivet, you’re challenged
not only in the lecture hall,
but also in Chapel, the sports
arenas, and the rehearsal
studios — connecting over
conversations in campus
housing, across the dinner
table, and in every corner of
the Olivet campus.
Life at Olivet is engaging,
outgoing and energetic. Its
departments and organizations
exist to maximize each student’s
college experience and help
prepare you for wherever life
leads after your four years at
Olivet. We desire for you to get
connected with other students,
faculty and sta. There truly is
something for everyone.
Department Clubs
■ 3D-Printing Club
■ Accounting Club
■ Biophilic (Biology Club)
■ Capitol Hill Gang
■ Chemistry Club
■ Computer Science Club
■ Diakonia (Social Work Club)
■ Exercise Science Club
■ History League
■ Law and Politics Society
■ Math Club
■ Nursing Student Association
■ Olivet Earth & Space Society
■ Olivet Film Club
■ Zoology Club
Honor Societies
■ Kappa Delta Pi (Education)
■ Kappa Delta Rho (Family and
ConsumerSciences)
■ Lambda Pi Eta (Communications)
■ Phi Alpha Theta (History)
■ Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science)
■ Psi Chi (Psychology)
■ Sigma Delta Pi Chi Omega (Spanish)
■ Sigma Tau Theta (English and
English Education)
MSS Anity Associations
■ Asian Student Christian Association
(ASCA)
■ Black Student Christian Association
(BSCA)
■ Hispanic Student Christian
Association (HSCA)
Society Chapters
■ ASME (Engineering)
■ AlChE (Engineering)
■ CEA (Education)
■ Enactus (Business)
■ SHRM (Business)
■ IEEE (Engineering)
■ ISPE (Engineering)
■ McGraw Marketing AAF (Business)
■ NAfME (Education)
■ NSTA (Education)
■ ONU CEC (Education)
■ PBL (Business)
■ PRSSA (Communications)
■ SWE (Engineering)
■ SDA (Health)
■ SUFACS (Health)
■ WiCyS (Technology)
Student Interest Groups
■ Chess Club
■ Delight Ministries
■ Equestrian Club
■ Fellowship of ChristianAthletes
■ Ignite
■ Mu Kappa (International and
MissionaryStudents)
■ Olivet Book Club
■ Olivet Inklings
■ ONU Investment Club
■ ONU Puzzle Club
■ Social Justice Club
■ Spoons4Forks (Improv Club)
■ Tabletop Gaming Club
Student Ministries
■ Best Buddies
■ Habitat for Humanity
■ HeArt
■ Heart 4 Missions
■ Life Support
■ Mission Possible
■ Prayer Warriors
■ SOS
■ Upper Room
Clubs and organizations with
open membership will provide
students with opportunities to pick
up information and sign up at the
beginning of the fall semester.
Traditions and
special activities
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
Questions?
Direct your questions
to the department
oce or appointed
faculty sponsor:
■ Anity Groups – [email protected]
■ Ministries – [email protected]
■ Student Interest Groups – [email protected]
■ General Questions – [email protected]
9
Athletics
INTERCOLLEGIATE
ATHLETICS
Olivet Nazarene University
is a member of the National
Association of Intercollegiate
Athletics (NAIA) and the
Chicagoland Collegiate
Athletic Conference (CCAC).
Our intercollegiate athletic
participation includes:
■ Baseball (men’s)
■ Basketball
(men’s and women’s)
■ Cheerleading
(men’s and women’s)
■ Cross country
(men’s and women’s)
■ Football (men’s)
■ Golf (men’s and women’s)
■ Indoor/outdoor track and eld
(men’s and women’s)
■ Soccer (men’s and women’s)
■ Softball (women’s)
■ Swimming and diving
(men’s and women’s)
■ Tennis (men’s and women’s)
■ Volleyball (men’s and women’s)
Intercollegiate athletics are
considered an integral part of the
total education program of the
University. Students who participate
must be registered for a minimum
of 12 hours and must meet all the
eligibility requirements set forth
by the University and the NAIA. o
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
CLUB SPORTS | In 2021, Olivet launched its inaugural men’s club ice hockey team. The sport is affiliated with the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) and Mid America Collegiate
Hockey Association (MCHA). The team will play during the fall and winter at Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena in Kankakee, a conveniently-located competitive NHL rink facility. o
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Recreation Services
Perry Center features:
■ Two swimming pools
■ Four-story rock climbing
wall
■ 72,000-square-foot
Fieldhouse, with
eight-lane, 200-meter
running track; four courts
for basketball, volleyball
and tennis
■ Fitness and wellness
center with state-of-
the-art equipment and
dedicated rooms for
tness classes
■ Spacious lounges where
students can gather
■ Numerous classrooms
and oces, plus several
individual and group
study areas
■ Cafe, providing
healthy dining and
snacking options, proudly
serving Starbucks
Perry Center policies:
■ Students must have their
Tiger Card to enter the
Perry Center. A student
who does not have his/her
Tiger Card will be given
one grace entry into the
Perry Center. After the
rst grace entry, students
will be ned $25 for each
subsequent violation. This
applies to all students,
even those going to
a scheduled academic
class in the Perry Center.
■ Proper attire is required
in the Perry Center. In the
aquatic center, ladies may
wear one-piece swimsuits
or tankinis. Men must
wear swim trunks or
board shorts. Athletic
attire is not allowed in
the pool. Modest attire is
required in tness areas.
Fitness Classes
A fun and social
opportunity for tness is
oered through our various
group tness classes.
The Fitness Class schedule
can be found in the
Perry Center and on the
Life@Olivet app. In order
to participate in one of
these classes, you will need
to come to the front desk
of the Perry Center and
sign up to attend.
■ Cycling
■ HIIT
■ Pilates
■ Total Body Strength
■ Water aerobics
■ Yoga
■ Zumba
ONU Intramurals
ONU oers a wide variety
of intramural programs for
students, faculty and
sta. Intramurals oer a
fun, fair and competitive
environment for individuals
and groups. Active
participation in intramurals
fullls the need for exercise
and social development.
INTRAMURAL
ACTIVITIES
■ 5k run
■ Badminton
■ Basketball
■ Dodgeball
■ Kickball
■ Flag football
■ Softball
■ Pool
■ Powder Pu
football
■ Racquetball
■ Soccer (indoor/
outdoor)
■ Softball
■ Table-tennis
■ Tennis
■ Ultimate Frisbee
■ Volleyball
(indoor/outdoor)
■ Wieball
Other activities will be
added if enough interest
is shown. Information
on group and individual
activities will be posted
weekly on the Intramural
website and on bulletin
boards located in Birchard,
the Perry Center and in the
foyer of Ludwig Center. o
R
ecreation Services
provides students,
faculty and
sta many dierent
opportunities to
be active.
The intramural sports
program oers more
than 20 sports. A wide
array of group tness
classes are available
each week. The Learn
to Swim program for
students, faculty, sta
and their children
provides quality
swim instruction for
swimmers at any level.
Recreation Services
also partners with
local master scuba
certication classes.
Whether you are
looking for consistent
athletic activity or
an occasional guided
workout, you can nd
it in the Perry Student
Life and Recreation
Center. The Director
of Recreation Services’
oce is located on the
second oor of the
Perry Center.
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Student services
O
livet students have access to a variety of
resources and services through Benner
Library and Resource Center. From the
library’s home page (https://library.olivet.edu),
students can link to a broad range of electronic
resources including article databases, e-books,
e-journals and the library catalog. In addition
to our collection of books and periodicals,
the library provides media in various
formats, maps, teaching aids and supplies,
and government documents. Other services
include computer workstations, computer
labs, wireless Internet, printers, copiers, fax
services, individual and group study areas,
and after-hours study room (the Fishbowl).
Printing options include black and white,
color, posters and 3D. The Center for Academic
Excellence is located in the Library.
Circulation Services and
Interlibrary Loan
Students must present a valid Tiger ID to borrow
materials. ONU patrons may also borrow materials
from other libraries; these items are processed by the
Interlibrary Loan Department. Students manage their
borrowed items through their online library account.
Contact the Circulation Desk at (815-939-) 5354 or
Interlibrary Loan (815-928-) 5439.
Overdue Materials and Renewals
Most circulating materials check out for 28 days
and can be renewed up to three times. Course Reserve
materials have 7-day, 2-day or 2-hour loan periods
and cannot be renewed. Fines are charged for overdue
Reserve items. If a student has nes exceeding $3, or if
they have overdue items, they will blocked from further
library check-outs, as well as from requesting items
through Interlibrary Loan. Students will be charged for
replacement costs if items are considered lost. Fines
and fees for overdue or lost Interlibrary Loan items are
determined by the lending library.
Reference
The library sta strives to meet the reference
needs of all library users. Assistance is available at
the Reference Desk during most library hours. Ask a
librarian for help with research questions by phone
(815-939-) 5355, by email ([email protected]) or
by Teams.
Instructional Services
New student orientation and class-specic
instruction in the use of library materials are provided
by arrangement with the professor. Library research
guides for specic classes and subject areas facilitate
self-help.
Scholarship and University Archives
The library promotes University scholarship locally
using digital signage in the Fishbowl, and globally via
two web based repositories: Digital Commons and
WHDL (Wesleyan Holiness Digital Library). o
A
t Orientation, each student
will work with a faculty
member based on his
or her declared major. Once
the school year begins, each
student will be assigned to a
specic academic adviser in his
or her eld of study. If a student
changes his or her major, that
student may be re-assigned to
an adviser within his/her new
chosen eld by making a request
at the Oce of the Registrar.
The normal student load is
15 hours of class work in a week.
No student will be permitted to
register for more than 18 hours,
includ ing physical education,
without the prior permission of the
Commit tee on Academic Standards.
An extra charge is made for each
hour taken in excess of the 18-hour
maximum load.
A student may drop a course
or change his/her program during
the add/drop period. All changes
in registration are made through
the Oce of the Registrar, with
approval by the student’s adviser and
the faculty members whose classes
are involved.
Students must maintain a
minimum grade point average
to be in satisfactory academic
standing and to maintain eligibility
for nan cial aid. Only students in
satisfactory academic standing may
participate in ASC, class presidencies,
BENNER LIBRARY AND RESOURCE CENTER
continued >
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
| Amanda Hogan, director
The Office of Career Development exists to assist the traditional student
population with career development and employment needs and to provide the
essential resources to help students enter and navigate the professional world.
Career Development provides many useful resources on the My Olivet
portal, in addition to classroom sessions and individual assistance to students.
Services include:
■ Assistance with résumé and cover letter editing.
■ Coaching on interview preparation and etiquette.
■ Job search assistance, including networking.
■ Managing o-campus job postings
(activate your Handshake account at OlivetNazarene.JoinHandshake.com).
■ Career information, assessments and resources.
■ Facilitating various career fairs each year.
ACADEMIC ADVISING, SUPPORT AND REQUIREMENTS
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Student services, continued
intercollegiate athletics, drama,
min istry teams, o-campus spiritual
life groups or travel o campus
with music ensembles. Academic
regulations relating to registration,
scholastic standing, nancial aid and
degree requirements are found in the
University Catalog.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Statement of Academic Integrity
Seeking after truth is at the heart of
an education at a Christian university
like Olivet. ONU expects students to
be truthful in all areas of life, including
the academic arena. Those who engage
in any form of academic dishonesty
value their own gain more than their
desire to seek truth; consequently,
their behavior is incompatible with the
goals and objectives of the University.
Such dishonesty takes the form of
cheating, plagiarism, or falsication.
Specic examples include, but are not
limited to:
1. Submitting another’s work as
one’s own or allowing others to
submit one’s work as though it
were theirs.
2. Failing to properly acknowledge
authorities quoted, cited, or
consulted in the preparation
of oral or written work. All
work submitted by students
must represent their original
work. Outside sources used as
references should reveal the
name and source and the extent
to which the source is used.
3. Tampering with experimental
data to obtain a “desired”
result or creating results for
experiments not conducted.
4. Lying or otherwise deceiving
University personnel about
academic matters.
5. Falsifying college records,
forms, or other documents.
6. Students who knowingly assist
another in dishonest behavior
are held equally responsible.
An instructor who has a more
detailed denition of academic
dishonesty than the policy above has
the responsibility and obligation to
so inform students, in writing, at the
beginning of the course.
Sanctions for violations of the
academic integrity policy
Consistent with the University’s
mission, the sanctions are progressive
in nature. In every case, the incident is
rst reported to the department chair,
area dean, and the University
Registrar. The University Registrar
will indicate if the student has a prior
history of academic integrity violations
in any other class, even a minor
infraction, so an appropriate sanction
can be issued. The seriousness of the
oense is also taken into consideration
when determining an appropriate
sanction. A minor infraction is dened
as an obvious and unintentional
mistake.
Any student engaging in academic
dishonesty is subject to the following
consequences:
1. For the rst infraction at the
University, the professor may
choose one of the following:
a. Send a written reprimand to
the student (only suitable for
a minor infraction), or
b. Require the student to
resubmit the test, project,
or assignment, which may
include a loss of points at the
instructor’s discretion; or
c. Require the student to
take a new test or turn
in a dierent project or
assignment, which may
include a loss of points at the
instructor’s discretion; or
d. Assign a lower grade or
grade of zero on the test,
project, or assignment.
2. For the second and third
infraction at the University, the
professor may choose to:
a. Assign a lower grade or
grade of zero on the test,
project, or assignment, or
b. Lower the nal course grade
by one full letter grade
(e.g., B+ to C+), or
c. Submit a grade of “F” for the
course (when the infraction
is of major proportion).
3. Upon any further infractions of
the academic integrity policy
OR if any infraction represents
an egregious, agrant violation
of the policy, the area dean
and University Registrar will
issue one of the following
administrative sanctions at
their discretion:
a. An administrative grade of
“F” in the course, or
b. Dismissal from the
University, or
c. Permanent expulsion from
the University.
Due process
1. Any charge of academic
dishonesty should be quickly
investigated (typically within
ve business days of discovering
the incident) by the instructor
in consultation with the
department chair in such a way
that the student’s condentiality
is protected. The instructor will
copy the chair, the area dean,
and the University Registrar
so they may determine if the
student has a prior history
of violations.
2. Instructors will notify students
in writing of the facts and
evidence, and should provide a
clear statement regarding how
the student’s action violated
academic integrity and oer a
determination and explanation
of any planned sanction.
3. Students have ve business days
to respond to the instructor.
a. Failure to respond
within ve business days
indicates acceptance of the
instructor’s determination
and sanction.
b. If the student responds to
the instructor, the instructor
will review the response
and make a nal decision in
consultation with the chair
within an additional ve
business days.
4. The nal decision will be
communicated in writing to
the student, the chair, the
area dean, and the University
Registrar.
5. Students may appeal an
instructor’s sanction imposed
under this policy:
a. The student must write to
the dean of the school or
college for the specic
discipline within ve
business days of the
instructor’s nal decision.
All relevant documentation
must be provided by the
student.
b. The dean may request to
meet with the student and/
or instructor to resolve
the issue. Both parties
may bring a third party
as witness, but as these
are not legal proceedings,
legal representation is
not permitted.
continued >
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
13
Rick and Debbie
Dykhouse Center for
Academic Excellence
Kristy Ingram, Executive Director of the
Center for Academic Excellence
continued >
Student services — Academic Integrity, continued
c. The dean will
communicate the nal
decision, regardless
of the outcome, to
the student and the
instructor, within
ve business days.
The chair and the
University Registrar
will be copied, so
the decision can be
recorded.
d. The dean’s decision is
nal, and may not be
appealed.
e. Note: In rare
instances, the dean
may be the instructor.
In such cases, the
Vice President for
Academic Aairs
will appoint a
dean from another
school or college to
oversee the appeal
process through the
regular channels as
established by the
grade appeal process.
6. In cases where an
administrative sanction is
issued, the area dean and
University Registrar will
communicate the nal
decision. Such sanctions
may not be appealed,
because they are issued
only when there are
multiple prior violations
of the academic integrity
policy, or when a
violation is egregious
and agrant.
Special cases: For
students who engage in
academic dishonesty outside
of instructional activity (e.g.,
lying or otherwise deceiving
University personnel about
academic matters, or falsifying
college records, forms, or other
documents) the University
Registrar will investigate and
determine the appropriate
sanction. Sanctions include,
but are not limited to,
written reprimand, academic
probation, suspension, or
permanent expulsion. The
University reserves the right
to invalidate and remove all
academic credit earned at
ONU for students who provide
falsied documents to gain
admission or obtain credit.
These sanctions are made in
consultation with the Vice
President for Academic Aairs
and may not be appealed.
Note: Minor infractions are
recorded, but the rst two are
not taken into consideration
when responding to external
questions regarding any
academic disciplinary action.
Educational Leniency
Students may be required to
miss scheduled classes in order
to fulfill University-sponsored
activities, mission-related
responsibilities that are outside
of their control. For such
absences, educational leniency
is appropriate. Students
remain responsible for all
missed class responsibilities
while absent from class as
outlined in the syllabi of their
classes. Typically this involves
informing the instructor(s)
before the absence and making
arrangements to make up any
missing work before the event.
Educational leniency is
only available for students
not on academic probation.
However, students on academic
probation are still expected
to attend assigned field trips.
Students may not directly
request educational leniency.
Request must be made by the
appropriate faculty member or
administrator.
Approved reasons for
educational leniency include
field trips, choir tours, plays for
drama and fine arts students,
presenting original work at
a professional conference,
professional or academic
experiences sponsored by
a department chair, events
sponsored by the General
Church of the Nazarene that
are specifically recommended
and approved by the
administrative team, a trip or
activity in the service of the
University and approved by
the appropriate administrative
team member, and travel
with an athletic team to fulfill
an intercollegiate athletic
schedule as approved by the
Intercollegiate Athletic Board.
Educational leniency is
not granted for club activities,
intramural sporting events or
athletic scrimmages; practice
or student teaching; service-
learning projects; or paid work
experiences or work done for
any type of compensation.
Educational leniency is
also not granted for personal
reasons, such as illness, a
death in the family, interviews,
family vacations, mission trips,
visits to other universities,
etc. Instructors provide a
limited number of excused
class absences in the course
syllabus. Students are to use
these for personal issues
and/or business. Professors
may request documentation
regarding any absence for
personal reasons. o
T
he Rick and Debbie Dykhouse Center for
Academic Excellence (CAE) exists to
strengthen academic behaviors, provide academic
support, and foster academic scholarship for
all undergraduate students from enrollment
through degree completion. The Center for Academic
Excellence believes that students of all academic
abilities need help transitioning to college, meeting
rigorous academic standards, and succeeding in their
respective majors. The CAE provides a community of
learning that values: empowering students to own their
learning progress, providing support through academic
coaching and tutoring, and supporting academic research
and scholarship.
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
14
Center for Academic Excellence, continued
ACADEMIC COACHING CENTER
Bianca Valencia, coordinator
The Academic Coaching Center (ACC)
provides tutoring and academic coaching to
undergraduate students across a myriad of
subjects. The ACC is a place of encouragement
and hope; a place where students receive
the support they need to achieve their
academic goals. The ACC believes learning is a
developmental process that is never complete
and thus tutors and coaches, recognizing the
potential in all students, work to foster the
independent learning skills of each student
they encounter. The ACC provides support
through one-on-one appointments as well as
walk-in hours.
To nd out more about the ACC,
including location and hours, stop by the
ACC reception desk on the second oor of
Benner or send an email to [email protected].
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES
The oce of Learning Support Services
(LSS) provides support to students with
disabilities through the approval of academic,
housing, dining accommodations and use of
auxiliary aids. Olivet Nazarene University
does not discriminate on the basis of disability
and works to ensure qualied individuals
are equipped to achieve their full potential.
Following guidance set forth in The Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), The ADA
Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and
the Fair Housing Act, sta in LSS work with
students on an individual basis to determine
appropriate and reasonable accommodations.
Learning Support Services can be contacted
through email at [email protected].
THE FRESHMAN EXPERIENCE
The Freshman Experience is a multi-
step program designed to ensure your college
career gets off to the best start possible. Your
full participation in each aspect will be the
key to achieving your goal of a college degree.
The Freshman Experience includes the
following required elements:
Orientation: Participate in one of three
orientation sessions in the summer. Over the
course of the day, meet other members of your
freshmen class, meet professors from your
major, discuss financial aid options, academic
support needs and other helpful topics.
JumpStart Program: This Canvas course
is a series of modules designed to be completed
before classes begin and through the first few
weeks of the semester. The modules will cover
many of the resources and tools needed to
survive at Olivet. Discover the ins and outs of:
• Canvas, Olivet’s online Learning
Management System (LMS)
• My.Olivet, the University portal, which
provides access to your academic
information, student services, and
other resources
• Various library tools and resources
essential for academic achievement
• Campus support systems available to you
JumpStart Conference: This two-day
conference brings new students together
before the beginning of classes to introduce
you to college life and “jump-start” your Olivet
experience. The conference begins on Sunday
night with a worship service and continues on
Monday morning.
JumpStart Mentors: upper-class
students will serve as mentors for you as you
arrive on campus. The mentors will help you
move in, attend the JumpStart Conference with
you and your freshmen group, and support you
throughout your first semester at Olivet. They’ll
also be able to help you with any questions you
have about the online JumpStart Program that
you’ll be completing through Canvas.
First Year Seminar: A one-credit course
designed to help you understand and meet
the expectations of undergraduate work. This
course will introduce and reinforce academic
skills and strategies to help you succeed in all
your courses.
WRITING CENTER
Olivet’s Writing Center is open to
undergraduate students. Got a writing
assignment you need help getting started?
Want to talk with someone about crafting
a strong thesis statement, staying
organized, improving your writing style
and tone, and/or documenting sources
properly? Let the Writing Center help you!
The Writing Center provides walk-in
assistance as well as scheduled
appointment: Olivet.MyWConline.net.
Still have questions? Email us at
The Writing Center will:
■ Help students communicate ideas
clearly and concisely.
■ Foster critical thinking and
disseminating written work.
■ Promote increased writer
condence and competence.
The Writing Center will NOT:
■ Help with basic writing skills
(writing sentences).
■ Edit and/or proofread papers.
■ Provide tutoring services in reading. o
To nd out more about CSS, visit
their page in your My Olivet portal,
under Menu, then Student Support
(My.Olivet.edu/CSS).
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
T
he David L. Elwood Center for Student Success is located across the street from the Admissions Center.
Counseling and Health Services are housed in the Center. Oce hours are from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
15
The University is committed to nurturing and helping to
develop the entire student. To that end, Counseling and Health
Services oers personal assessment and consultation in the
areas of mental, physical and academic wellness.
Knowing more about oneself and a chosen eld of education/
work/service is encouraged as part of our Christian stewardship
of life and life planning. Students are urged to take advantage of
the counseling and advising services oered at the University.
Students can request individual, group and couples
counseling as well as career coaching by completing the Online
Counseling and Health Services Appointment Request Form
on the students’ main My.Olivet.edu page (select the Student
Support tab and choose Counseling & Health Services) or by
calling ext. 5256.
continued >
David L. Elwood Center for Student Success
COUNSELING SERVICES
Every undergraduate student taking seven credits or more
who requests counseling services is eligible to receive an
initial assessment and a feedback session. However, not all
students are guaranteed to receive ongoing therapy services.
There are some areas that are beyond the resources and/
or training of the University’s counseling center. During the
initial assessment, consent forms will be reviewed, services
will be explained, and the student’s concerns and goals will
be discussed.
Counseling Services sta will discuss the best treatment
options with the student. Those treatment options may
include, but are not limited to, career, group, couples and
individual counseling sessions.
Counseling Services and its qualied therapists reserve
the right to refer students to services outside Olivet if they feel
it is in the client’s best interest. Specic areas of treatment
(substance abuse issues, eating disorders, etc.) may require
consultation with a physician.
Services can be requested by calling our oce at ext. 5256
or by completing the counseling request form on My.Olivet.edu
(select the Student Support tab and choose Counseling &
Health Services).
Qualied professional counselors observe a professional
code of ethics. Students will nd a ready acceptance from the
sta. Services are condential, but that condentiality comes
with certain necessary limits. If the therapist determines the
student is behaving in a way that puts him/her in physical
danger (suicidal, severe eating disorders, etc.) or may
seriously harm another individual, the therapist may disclose
information relating to such harm or danger to the extent
permitted or required by law. Other limits of condentiality
will be discussed during the initial assessment.
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
16
Elwood Center for Student Success, continued
Counseling is provided for a
wide range of personal and
social issues, including:
■ Addictive behaviors
■ Adjustment to college life
■ Alcohol and substance abuse
■ Anxiety disorders
■ Dening career goals and
personal values
■ Depressive disorders
■ Eating disorders
■ Educational decision-making
■ Family adjustment
■ Grief and loss counseling
■ Gender-based violence
■ Pre-marital and
marital counseling
■ Problem-solving
■ Procrastination and
time management
■ Relationships and dating
■ Self-esteem
■ Stress management
■ Wellness and self-care
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
Students seeking on-campus
employment should login to
My.Olivet.edu (click on “menu” >
“student support” > “student
employment”) to nd more
information about student
employment. We post all available
on-campus positions on our page
on Handshake (OlivetNazarene.
JoinHandshake.com). While taking
classes, students are not permitted to
work more than 28 hours per week.
The base pay for on-campus jobs is
minimum wage.
When a student is initially hired,
he/she must present an original (not a
copy) and unexpired passport, Social
Security card or birth certicate, along
with several forms of paperwork to
begin employment on campus. Student
employees are paid through direct
deposit on a biweekly basis.
If you have any questions about
student employment, email
call (815-928-) 5508. o
Miller
Business Center
HEALTH SERVICES
The Olivet Nazarene University Oce of Health Services strives to provide holistic health care
and education for stu dents. A Family Nurse Practitioner is avail able weekdays during the academic year.
Many services and medications are available free of charge; however, some medications, allergy injections and
laboratory tests require minimal fees. Appointments may be made to see the Family Nurse Practitioner.
All students’ health records are condential. No infor mation is released without the permission of the student.
Health Services does not issue excuses for class or chapel absences due to illness or injury. Please refer to
individual class syllabi for attendance policy. Stu dents should always inform their RA and RD if assistance
is needed.
In case of illness or injury:
1. If it is an emergency, dial 9-911 from any campus phone for
paramedics. (Do not attempt to get to the Health Service in
an emergency.)
2. Make an appointment using the online request form in the
ONU Student Portal. A Health Service employee will call
or email you to conrm your appointment.
3. Check out the Wellness Information posted on the ONU Student
Portal (i.e., “At Home Remedies for the Cold and the Flu”).
4. If Health Services is closed and you need immediate attention,
contact your RA or RD for information on local immediate
care resources.
5. Notify your RD if you are hospitalized.
Insurance
The University does not provide
personal health or accident
insurance for students. It is the
responsibility of the student to
secure such coverage. Information
for options is available in the
Counseling and Health Services
oce or the Oce of
Human Resources.
Insurance claims for
intercollegiate athletics injuries
must be led with the secretary in
the Department of Athletics. o
Initiation of Request for Medical Leave of Absence
A student requesting Medical Leave of Absence must make the request
in writing to the Director of Counseling and Health Services. Please contact
Counseling and Health Services to request the full policy. The request
should include the following information:
■ Your name
■ Date you stopped
attending classes
■ Date you are
writing the
request
■ Situation surrounding your
need to withdraw (symptoms
you are having, current
treatment you are receiving,
treatment you are planning to
receive upon withdrawal)
Simply because you make a request does not guarantee that your request
will be approved.
o
■ Name(s) of
treatment
providers
(doctors,
counselors,
pastors, etc.)
MULTIETHNIC STUDENT SERVICES MSS
Honoring Diversity, Celebrating Unity
MSS is housed in the Elwood Center for Student
Success and is one of the many ways the University
arms and fosters ethnic and cultural diversity.
Multiethnic programming is designed and implemented
to increase cultural awareness and to provide cultural and
social growth for the University community at large. In
addition, MSS supports the needs of underrepresented
diverse populations and seeks to promote inclusive spaces
assisting in retention and persistence to graduation. All
students who are interested in ethnic diversity mindfulness
are welcome to the MSS and its events and programs. o
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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T
he building is open Monday
through Friday from 7 a.m. to
11 p.m., and on Saturday and
Sunday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Special
hours will be posted during vacation
periods and special events.
Table games and equipment for pool
and ping-pong may be checked out from
the sta at the lower level infor mation
desk (equipment is to be used only in
Ludwig Center). A Tiger Card is required
for rentals.
All yers, banners, announcements
and notices are to be approved by the
building director in the Oce of Student
Development before posting. Once
approval is granted, items may be posted
in the stairwells and around the lower
areas of Ludwig, unless communicated
otherwise. When posting, do not post on
the doors, windows or drywall.
but want to satisfy as many student food and
avor proles as possible in one location. From
burgers to breakfast, fresh Mex to spicy wings,
milkshakes to smoothies and everything in
between, CRU5H serves fantastic, fun food with
bold, unruly avors to create a memorable,
craveable experience. Located in the lower level
of Ludwig Center.
FARMER’S FIELD
Garden-fresh, tossed-to-order salads. Choose
from a selection of chef’s creations or customize
your own salad with an array of fresh, local
produce for a healthy alternative to traditional
dining, located in the lower level of Ludwig.
HAMMES BOOKSTORE AND
SPIRIT STORE
The bookstore is located in the lower level
of Ludwig Center. It oers a Textbook Rental
Program for course-required textbooks. The
Spirit Store in the main level sells a variety of
school supplies and Olivet insignia clothing
and gifts. The store hours and refund policy
are posted at each location and on their
website at Bookstore.Olivet.edu.
LUDWIG DINING ROOM
Sodexo considers the needs of all customers.
For students who require special diets for
health, the student must make a request with
Student Development.
Only authorized Tiger Cards/mobile
credentials, certied as a meal pass, may be
used, and they may not be altered or transferred.
Students allowing someone else to use their meal
pass will be assessed a $25 ne. Lost Tiger Cards
can be replaced at Information Technology for a
$20 charge.
MAIL HUB
The Mail Hub is located in the lower level
of Ludwig Center. Incoming mail is received
and sorted during business hours. Students will
receive an email, through their Olivet email,
from the Mail Hub once their mail is ready to
be picked up. Please allow 24 business hours for
processing (48 during peak times). Outgoing
mail can be sent out via UPS, USPS or FedEx
(prepaid labels only for FedEx). All packages
must be pre-packaged and addressed in order to
ship. Pricing will vary depending on weight and
shipping location. Tiger Dollars and credit/debit
cards can be used for payment. When addressing
incoming mail, you MUST include your rst
and last name. Please do NOT address it to a
nickname. An example of proper addressing:
John Smith, 1 University Ave., Bourbonnais,
IL 60914.
PUBLIC SAFETY
The mission of Olivet’s Department of
Public Safety is to work in partnership with the
campus community to protect and enhance
a secure learning -centered environment, to
provide quality service with an emphasis on
integrity and professionalism, and to promote
individual responsibility and cooperative
commitment.
STARBUCKS
Our fully-licensed Starbucks is building
community and drawing both residential and
commuter students, as well as faculty, sta and
community members to Ludwig for connection
and caeine. This location oers a full line of
Starbucks beverages and a variety of food and
retail items.
CAMPUS DINING SCHEDULE
Fall Semester 2022
■ Meal plans begin for the fall semester at
Breakfast on Monday, August 29
■ Plans pause for Thanksgiving break after
Dinner on Tuesday, November 22
■ Plans resume at Breakfast on Monday,
November 28
■ Plans end for the fall semester after Dinner
on Friday, December 16
Spring Semester 2023
■ Meal plans begin for the spring semester at
Breakfast on Monday, January 9
■ Plans pause for spring break after Dinner on
Friday, March 3
■ Plans resume at Breakfast on Monday,
March 13
■ Plans pause for Easter break after Dinner on
Thursday, April 6
■ Plans resume at Breakfast on April 11
■ Plans will end for the spring semester after
Dinner on Thursday, May 4
The Student Union: Ludwig Center
continued >
CONFERENCE ROOMS,
OFFICES AND OTHER SERVICES
On the balcony are the oces of Student
Development, Student Missions, Residential
Life, Spiritual Development, and Housing.
The conference rooms, as well as the Diamond
Room on the main oor, may be scheduled
for meetings through the Oce of Student
Development at (815-939-) 5333.
CRU5H
CRU5H provides all the variety of a food
court packed into one robust brand. It’s a retail
solution for campuses that have limited facilities
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
18
The Student Union: Ludwig Center, continued
OFFICE OF SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT
T
he Oce of Spiritual Development
exists to foster the spiritual growth
of our campus community through
relevant chapel services where Scripture
is primary, short-term ministry trips
which provide cross-cultural ministry
experiences, and student-led ministry
opportunities on campus and in our
community. The Oce of Spiritual
Development is located on the balcony
of Ludwig Center.
Chapel
Chapel services are a vital part of community
life twice a week at ONU. We gather for worship,
instruction and encouragement. The close-knit
nature of our campus allows students to engage
with faculty and sta on a regular basis — not
only in the classroom, but also by worshiping
together. Our chaplain speaks regularly and
guests from across the country are invited to
speak throughout the semester as well. The
combination of these voices provides a plethora
of spiritual insights. Special emphasis is given to
Revival Services, Advent, Lent and Holy Week.
Each semester a chapel theme is
introduced which focuses on one of four
areas in a cyclical rotation: Heart, Head,
Hands, Habits. The Heart theme is a focus on
relationship with God — the wellspring of life
and the seat of emotions and passions. The
Head theme is a focus on understanding faith
and worldview. Scripture directs the spiritual
journey and is the plumb line which denes
truth and informs our understanding of God.
The Hands theme guides in the exploration
of how to live life as Kingdom people. Faith is
evident and expressed through engagement
with others. The Habits theme is a focus on
practices which nurture spiritual stability and
growth. Adopting healthy practices is key to a
spiritual life that honors God.
High value is placed on the opportunity
to worship through song during each chapel
service. This interactive portion of chapel
services is planned specically to shape the
chapel narrative and open hearts to the voice
and presence of God.
In addition to the many opportunities for
spiritual growth on campus, we encourage
students to connect with a local church
during their Olivet experience.
Shalom Project
The Oce of Spiritual Development
oers short-term ministry trips, community
engagement opportunities and local ministry
involvement through the Shalom Project.
The Shalom Project’s mission is:
“We partner with God to restore broken
things. We seek, through the Shalom
Project, to inspire, empower and equip our
community in the creative act of restoring
broken relationships with God, ourselves,
others and creation; God’s projects, and
ours as well.”
Through Shalom Project we seek ways to be the
hands and feet of Jesus by providing ways for
students to participate both locally and around
the world. We desire to partner with God and
what God is doing and believe as we participate
in the restorative work of God that everything
and everyone can ourish.
Student Ministries
Student Ministries provides students with
opportunities to worship and serve alongside
fellow classmates on campus and in the
local Bradley, Bourbonnais and Kankakee
area. Ministry opportunities are created and
implemented entirely by Olivet students.
Ministries include: Upper Room, Beyond
Bars, Kingdom Builders, HeArt, Manna,
Heart4Missions, Imago Dei, Prayer Warriors,
Aspire Mentoring, and Life Support.
Short-term Ministry Trips
Each year short-term ministry experiences
are made available through domestic and
international ministries. Students, faculty
and sta are given opportunities to use
their talents and education in service to
Jesus Christ all over the world. Every year
teams of students are sent to a variety of
world areas including Peru, Honduras,
Rwanda, Thailand, Guyana, Cuba, India,
Swaziland, Tanzania, Democratic Republic
of Congo, France, Haiti, Arizona Indian
Reservation, disaster relief locations and
inner-city Chicago, Denver and Indianapolis.
Short-term ministry trips take place
during spring break and throughout the
summer and are made possible by funds
students raise to participate. Pre-trip training
to heighten cultural awareness, create a
global perspective and prepare for ministry.
Ministry opportunities include English as
a Second Language, Vacation Bible School,
Youth Camps, sports ministry, information
technology, water system engineering,
medical clinics and manual labor. All
scholastic majors can employ their unique
gifts and disciplines to impact the Kingdom
of God.
D-Groups
D-Groups are an integral part of the spiritual
development for students at Olivet. As one of
the University priorities, we seek to provide an
intentional, relationship-driven discipleship
process in tandem with the Oce of Spiritual
Development under the direction of Associate
Chaplain, Antonio Marshall.
Our groups are student-led. Every group
uses the same curriculum helping create a
shared conversation for everyone shaped by a
common language. Every D-group leader is also
in a discipling relationship.
Our discipleship initiative is comprehensive
and intentional with every discipler being
discipled. Our desire is to also partner with
existing groups to help foster a small group
ministry with groups from Residential Life,
Athletic teams, Clubs and organizations, helping
to make D-groups part of the culture of Olivet.
Everyone discipled and being discipled. We
want D-groups to become central to what we do,
helping shape who we are. o
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Campus regulations
continued >
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A BIBLICAL RATIONALE
O
livet Nazarene University attempts to
develop and interpret all we do from
a Christian vantage point. We operate
from the conviction that God has created
men and women to operate in an orderly and
purpose ful fashion in concert with His intent
for the world. Thus, a Christian community
must develop regulations as guides to obtain
its mission. Regulations help the University
community put into practice its basic moral
and social principles.
Olivet Nazarene University has adopted
campus regulations that emerge from the
Church of the Nazarene’s theological and
moral perspectives, as well as sociocultural
inuences. We regard the Bible as the
foundation of faith and practice, and believe
that it must serve as our viewnder in
the development of our regulations. It is
hoped that members of the University will
enjoy unparalleled liberty through their
relationship with Jesus Christ, and that this
liberty will serve as the basis for academic
and social freedom.
The spirit of community trust serves
as one of the principal features that make
ONU a unique educational institution. We
prize integrity and personal responsibility,
and when students join ONU, they become
a part of a community seeking the Truth.
The community has been designed to help
students obtain high levels of maturity
through their interaction with others. We
think the teaching and learning processes
ourish best in a Christian environment
where trust and respect form the bedrock of
relationships within the community. Persons
attending Olivet Nazarene University must
realize that our commitment to the development
of a Christian community is rm, and we
welcome anyone to join who can contribute to
our principles.
The Bible regards some things as right
and some as wrong (Psalm 19, Matthew
5:17–20, Romans 7:7–8:8, 1 Timothy 3:16, 17).
Extramarital sex, drunkenness, social
injustice and violence are as wrong today as
in biblical times. It is also wrong to disobey
the government except in the most unusual
circumstances where civil obedience would
conict with obedience to God. Civil laws are as
binding on the Christian today as they were in
biblical times (Romans 13:1–7, 1 Peter 2:11–17).
Some things are not intrinsically wrong
but may be inexpedient or imprudent because
of their damaging consequences. Christian
liberty must act wisely in these matters by
going the second mile in love (Acts 15:1–31,
Romans 14, 1 Corinthians 8–10). Some of our
rules reect judg ments based on consideration
of the consequences to the individual or the
community rather than on the intrinsic right or
wrong of a practice. The Christian community of
Olivet Nazarene University believes that there
is a biblical basis for moral law, civil law and
prudence. All three of these categories are based
on the value of persons created in the image of
God (Genesis 1:26–31, Psalm 8). We believe
that the moral law of God is an expression of
love and justice, that the civil law is an attempt
to structure a just and benevolent society, and
prudence is an attempt to act justly out of love.
In practice, love is a spiritual law and goes
beyond the requirements of the law because of
the value it places on persons (Matthew 27:37–
39, Romans 13:8–10, 1 John 3). Regulations
are not intended as legalistic impositions for
the purpose of control or manipulation. Rather,
they are meant to put love in action and to help
us glorify God.
It is only through God’s grace and the
indwelling of the Holy Spirit that man and
woman can be motivated to live a spiritual life
(1 Corinthians 6:15–20, Romans 8:2–5). It is
our intent to avoid the appearance of legalism
that makes conformity an end in itself. On
the other hand, we must avoid a tendency to
regard love as needing no structure and as
itself the replacement of all other moral law.
ONU regulations must not be evaluated on the
misconception that love and liberty need no
regulations, but on the presupposition that we
must individually and as a Christian community
order our lives with love and justice. We do not
pretend that our regulations are perfect, nor
do we judge other Christians whose judgments
are dier ent from our own. It is our intent that
regulations assist the community in developing
a deeper relationship with God.
A Christian community endeavors to
apply Scripture to contemporary life. We
must keep in mind that prudence involves
concern for our inuence on the University
and surrounding community. Some of our
regulations reect a concern to avoid needless
oense to others who are more sensitive
about some things than we may be ourselves
(1 Corinthians 8–10). Disagreement about such
regulations is to be expected and reects the
kind of tension between conformity and change
that characterizes any creative society. We do
not claim “immaculate perception,” nor do we
expect unanimity regarding the appropriateness
of all of our regulations. Instead, we expect
understanding of why we have certain
regulations and integrity in keeping them.
Finally, we hope the Christian community that
created our regulations and is created by our
regulations facilitates a maturing Christian who
hungers for God’s truth.
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
20
continued >
Sexual Ethics, Gender Identication
and Same-Sex Marriage
Olivet Nazarene University is an educational
institution of the Church of the Nazarene. As
such, the theological and moral convictions
of the University reect the Articles of Faith,
Covenant of Christian Character, Covenant of
Christian Conduct and statements regarding the
Current Moral and Social Issues contained in
the MANUAL of the Church of the Nazarene.
1
Among our theological convictions are:
■ Human sexuality is intrinsically good.
■ Sexual dierentiation and gender
identication are constituted by the act
of creation.
■ Sexual intimacy is only sanctioned by God
between a man and a woman in the context
of heterosexual marriage.
■ Expressions of sexual intimacy and/or
sexual activity that become ends unto
themselves or arise from self-centeredness
distort the gift of sexuality.
Therefore, the University prohibits sexual
activity outside of heterosexual marriage, the
use and/or distribution of pornography, and/
or the promotion of a sexual ethic contrary
to the beliefs of the Church of the Nazarene.
Students are required to live in harmony with
the doctrinal and lifestyle commitments of the
University and the Church of the Nazarene
relating to sexual activity and gender identity.
We believe that gender is established at
birth by one’s body and genes and not through
personal preference or choice. Identifying
as the opposite gender from what was
established by birth falls outside our theological
understandings of creation and human
sexuality. Thus, the University would not allow,
for example, a female student by birth to present
herself as a male, to use the men’s restroom,
locker rooms or living accommodations, or to
participate in male athletic programs or other
gender-specic activities. Nor would a faculty or
sta member be permitted to assume a gender
identity apart from his/her birth gender.
Homosexuality and Same-Sex Marriage
It is the conviction of the Church of the
Nazarene and Olivet Nazarene University that
homosexual behavior falls outside the biblical
and historical Christian teachings regarding
human sexuality and that the only biblical
norm for marriage is the union of one man and
one woman.
Armation of Human Dignity and
Christian Love
While holding to these theological
convictions, the University also arms the
dignity of all human beings. We separate
the value of each person from the behavior
in which one engages. We believe that, as
Christians, we are called to treat all people,
including those who practice sexual behavior
in conict with our understanding of Scripture,
with compassion and to extend the gospel of
repentance, forgiveness and the possibility of
transformation through Jesus Christ to such
persons without reservation. However, in
keeping with our biblical beliefs surrounding
the morality of such actions, the University
cannot in good conscience support or
encourage an individual to live in conict with
biblical principles.
In summary, our regulations fall within
three broad categories:
1. Some regulations reect God’s moral
law. For example, cheating is a form of
stealing, and extramarital sex is adultery.
The Scripture explicitly forbids immoral
acts, such as murder, extramarital sex
and stealing.
2. Some regulations reect the civil law.
For example, possession and use of illegal
drugs are civil oenses.
3. Some regulations involve judgments
and prudence about certain practices
or behaviors. For example, we have
regulations govern ing residence hall
and general campus behavior. We have
regulations regarding our physical well-
being, such as refraining from the use
of tobacco and intoxicating beverages.
Finally, we have regulations regarding our
moral well-being. For example, gambling
and pornography are considered morally
degrading; and we are expected to be
discerning in the use of TV, movies and
other entertainment.
The University may make changes in policy
and regulations during the academic year. Such
changes will be published one week before the
changes become eective unless the health,
safety or welfare of the University community
may be adversely aected by delay; then,
implementation may be immediate.
All resident and commuting students, both
undergraduate and graduate, are expected to
observe all campus life and residential policies.
These policies are in eect as long as a student
is enrolled, during vacation periods, and on and
o campus.
Campus Life Armations
1. All students are encouraged to be faithful
in their attendance at the services of the
church of their choice and are urged to
support its total program.
2. All students under the age of 23 must live
in University residence halls or apartment
student housing. Arrangements for
single students living o campus must be
approved through the Oce of Student
Development.
3. The University will be supportive of
and cooperate with all federal, state and
local laws and ordinances, as well as law
enforcement authorities.
4. Standards of good public manners
should be carefully observed at all
times. Excessive display of aection is
considered in poor taste. If necessary,
Resident Directors and Assistants
will not hesitate to counsel students
regarding their conduct. Abuse of this
policy may result in a ne or additional
consequences.
5. As an institution, Olivet arms its
relationship with the Church of the
Nazarene and fully supports the principles
and standards set forth by the Church
concerning media productions which
produce, promote or feature the violent,
the sensual, the pornographic, the profane
or the occult, and thus undermine God’s
standard of holiness of heart and life. These
types of productions should be avoided.
Campus regulations, continued
1
Church of the Nazarene MANUAL 2013–2017 (Kansas City: Nazarene Publishing House, 2013).
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
21
Campus regulations, continued
Campus Life Prohibitions
Disciplinary measures for any violation
of the following prohibitions may result
in nes, work hours, behavioral contracts,
conduct probation, suspension, dismissal
from the University and/or other action that
the University may deem appropriate in
its discretion.
1. Deception of a University ocial,
disrespect for those in authority, falsifying
or fabricating erroneous reports,
information, or claims; or otherwise
failure to cooperate with or comply with
a request from any University ocial
or Residential Life sta member is
considered a violation of school policy.
Such behavior may result in suspension or
withdrawal from the University. A student
must present his/her Photo I.D. upon
request of a University ocial or a faculty
or sta member.
2. Students must abstain from the use of
illegal drugs, controlled substances,
including marijuana, hallucinogenic drugs,
tobacco, and any product intended to mimic
tobacco products, including cigarettes,
electronic vapes/cigarettes, cigars,
cigarillos, and hookah and pipes. This
policy also pertains to locations o campus
and in private homes where these types
of activities are taking place. Students are
not to attend bars, taverns, lounges, dance
clubs or nightclubs. Each student present
will be held responsible whether actually
participating or not.
3. Theft, battery, assault, unlawful restraint
and any other activity that is dened as
a criminal act in the State of Illinois are
violations of University policy.
4. Students must refrain from all forms
of harassment and/or conduct that are
destructive or disruptive of campus
activities or the functioning of the
University. The University supports the
right of students to be free from harassment
and/or hazing in all forms. Harassing
behavior includes, but is not limited to,
phone, email or social media harassment;
striking, laying hands upon, treating
with violence, or oering to do bodily
harm to another person with intent to
punish or injure; and other treatment of a
tyrannical, abusive, shameful, insulting or
humiliating nature.
5. Visitation in the residence hall rooms or
o-campus residences of the opposite sex
is prohibited. At no time is a member of the
opposite sex allowed to enter the hall ways
or visit in the student rooms of a residence
hall or apartment designated as student
housing except during scheduled open
house hours. Students are expected to abide
by the policies for open house.
6. The possession or storage of rearms of
any kind, including, but not limited to,
BB guns, pellet guns, air soft guns, or
any toy gun which strongly resembles
a real gun, or the possession or use
of slingshots, explosives of any kind,
including reworks, is forbidden.
Additionally, large knives, swords, or
any other weaponry are not permitted
on campus.
7. Tampering with reghting equipment,
alarms, smoke detectors or the
inappropriate use of the 911 emergency
services are criminal oenses and will be
treated as a serious disciplinary violation.
Refusal to evacuate a building or comply
with Residential Life sta or other persons
of authority when a re alarm sounds may
also result in disciplinary action.
8. The unauthorized entry to buildings,
departments, oces or spaces; the
unauthorized possession or use of a
University key; vandalism; the willful
destruction of University property;
tampering with locks in student rooms and
other areas; or altering University keys
are prohibited.
9. Hallways and stairwells are considered
public areas. An appropriate level of
modesty is encouraged at all times.
Students are expected to refrain from all
forms of lewd conduct.
10. Students may be held responsible for
online postings that indicate a violation of
University policy.
11. Abuse of dining room privileges is
prohibited. This includes, but is not limited
to, the throwing of food (indoors and
outdoors), excessive or intentional waste,
or theft from the dining hall. Students
are expected to bring used dishes to the
dish return.
12. All digital media programming shown
in public areas must be in compliance
with the current University lm policy.
The University reserves the right to
censor programs.
13. We hold that all forms of dancing that
detract from spiritual growth and break
down proper moral inhibitions and reserve
should be avoided.
14. Additionally, the following are not
permitted:
A. Removal of windows or window screens,
or dropping of objects from windows;
entrance or exit from the residence
halls and apartments through windows,
balconies or unauthorized exits; any
lingering at windows or balconies of the
opposite sex
B. Hammocks attached to any campus
structure including, but not limited to,
lamp posts, pillars, railings, etc. Only
one hammock may be attached to a
single tree limb and only one person may
be in a hammock at a time. Slack lines
are not allowed on University property.
C. The wearing of any type of mask
or facial covering, except for
approved activities
D. Childcare in residence halls
E. Overnight visits by young children
without permission
F. Possession or display of obscene or
suggestive posters, pictures, literature,
videos, computer software or images
not in harmony with the philosophy and
goals of the University
G. The use of profane or insulting
language; the use of racist, prejudiced,
discriminatory or otherwise
hateful speech
H. Gambling in any form
15. The following are permitted with
permission from the Oce of Student
continued >
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
22
Campus regulations, continued
Development and must be hosted by a club,
organization or department:
A. Activities including fundraising, yard
sales, solicitation or advertisement
B. Any form of protest, rally or the
distribution of materials
C. Petitions or surveys
D. Camping outdoors on
University property
E. The use of chalk in any form on
campus property
All students are required to abide by all policies
and regulations established by Olivet Nazarene
University throughout their time of enrollment,
including vacation and all break periods, both
on and o campus. Students who exhibit an
inability to adjust to campus life expectations
may be disenrolled from the University at the
discretion of the Oce of Student Development.
Inspections
The University reserves the right to
conduct searches and inspections of persons,
residential living areas, vehicles, computers,
desks, clothing, purses, book bags and lockers
while on University property (including
parking lots) or during University-sponsored
functions, with or without the student present.
Upon reasonable cause, these searches and
inspections shall, from time to time and
without warning, be authorized by a University
representative. Items, substances and
information discovered during these searches
may be retained by the University and, when
appropriate, may be turned over to law
enforcement authorities.
Chapel policy
CHAPEL TIMES AND ATTENDANCE
Chapel is held in Centennial Chapel on
Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and Thursdays at
9:30 a.m. During special emphasis weeks,
required chapels will extend to other days.
The rst chapel for fall 2022 is Wednesday,
August 31. The rst chapel for spring 2023
is Wednesday, January 11.
All students are required to attend two
chapels per week.
SPECIAL CHAPELS, 20222023
Fall Revival services will be held September
18–21; Homecoming chapel will be on Friday,
October 28; Winter Revival services will be held
February 12–15, 2023. Attendance is required at
all special chapel events.
Seating assignments will be emailed the
night prior to the rst chapel of each semester.
If a stu dent is not assigned a seat by the
computer at the beginning of the semester, it
is his/her responsi bil ity to secure an assigned
seat from the chapel attendance coor dinator.
A student will be con sid er ed absent until a seat
is assigned.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Chapel attendance issues are handled
in the Oce of Student Development
([email protected]). Students are allowed
up to three absences per semester for
sickness, medical or dental appoint ments,
personal business, emergencies, sick children
or other circumstances of this nature.
Problems inevitably surface when students
choose to interpret the allowable absences
as personal privileges with the ex pectation
that emergencies, sickness and unexpected
inconveniences should be granted beyond
the allowed absences. Such management
of allowed absences is not compatible with
the attendance policy. Students are allowed
three “lates” with no penalty. The fourth and
subsequent “lates” will be viewed as absences.
Students may be referred to the Dean of
Judicial Aairs for excessive absences.
ONCAMPUS STUDENTS
Students living on campus, regardless of the
number of class hours, are required to attend all
scheduled chapels. Reasons for exemption must
be approved and are limited to the following:
student teaching, required internships, nursing
clinicals and special academic projects or eld
trips pre-approved by the faculty instructor. The
Oce of Student Development must approve
all exemptions of this nature. Upon approval,
names will be forwarded to the Chapel Oce
located in the Centennial Chapel foyer for
absences to be corrected. Individual petitions
for such exemptions will not be necessary.
COMMUTER STUDENTS
Commuter students are
REQUIRED
to
attend chapel if the following applies:
■ Taking 12 hours or more
■ Under the age of 25
■ Has a class directly before chapel
Commuter students are
EXEMPT
from
chapel if the following applies:
■ Age 25 or older
■ Taking 11 hours or fewer
■ Does not have a class on a chapel day
or directly before the chapel hour
These students are not required, but are
encouraged, to attend chapel services.
TRACKING ATTENDANCE
Chapel begins at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays and
9:30 a.m. on Thursdays. Doors will be closed
at this time. Any student arriving 15 minutes
after the doors are closed will be considered
absent. Attendance is taken during each chapel
service. A student’s attendance is marked by his
or her physical presence in his or her assigned
seat. Notifying the oce or a student worker in
passing that he or she is in chapel will not serve
as being present in chapel. If a student is unable
to be in his or her assigned seat, he or she is
responsible to check in with the oce located
in the Centennial Chapel foyer on that chapel
morning or to have his or her name submitted
by a faculty or sta supervisor.
continued >
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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It is vital that students know and sit in
their assigned seats at all times. If there
is an error with a seating assignment, it is
the student’s responsibility to immediately
bring the error to the attention of the chapel
attendance coordinator.
Students are responsible for keeping
track of their attendance record. Attend ance
updates are generated weekly once a student
reaches three absences; not checking email
or failing to receive a notice is no reason
to expect absences to be excused. Notices
received by students are tools to inform and
to welcome com munication about absences.
Students have two weeks to contact the
Chapel Oce located in the Centennial
Chapel foyer regard ing a discrepancy in the
attendance records. When questions arise, an
email to [email protected] can be forwarded
for feedback. When leaving information,
al ways include a rst and last name, along
with a student ID number.
PENALTY FOR EXCESSIVE ABSENCES
■ Third absence: email notice stating
student has exceeded allowed
absences
■ Fourth absence: $20 ne
■ Fifth absence: $20 ne
■ Sixth absence: $30 ne
■ Seventh absence: $30 ne
■ Eighth, ninth absences: $40 ne and
possible two-day suspension
■ 10th absence: $50 ne and possible
disenrollment
The eighth and ninth absences may result
in suspension. Disenrollment could take
place when a student accumulates a total of
10 absences. All nes and/or corrections will
be posted to student accounts on a monthly
basis. Students may choose to pay a ne directly
at the cashier window in Miller Business
Center. Payment of a ne does not erase
previous absences.
Students are expected to refrain from any
activity that may be a distraction to the speaker
or others including but not limited to the use
of headphones and laptops. No open food or
beverage containers are allowed in Centennial
Chapel. Dress code policies are enforced and
the wearing of hats is prohibited during the
chapel hour. Masks must be worn at all times
while in the building. Violation of the policies
may result in an absence or $25 ne. Students
who continue to abuse these policies will be
counted absent in addition to monetary nes.
On-campus students will not be excused
from chapel for work conicts. Students should
plan their work schedule around chapel just as
they do their classes.
One-day academic exemptions will be
granted for certain aca dem ic and athletics
programs that interfere with chapel. The
division secretary, coach or faculty member
su per vising the event should submit a list of
students for approval. Indi vidual petitions
or phone calls from the student will not
be accepted.
Attendance questions may be emailed to
Dress Policy
Olivet Nazarene University promotes
simplicity, modesty and propriety of dress
and appearance. Each student is expected to
cooperate with the following specic policies.
Attire and grooming that are
not permissible:
WOMEN
■ Immodest apparel
■ Personal appearance that draws undue
attention to oneself
■ Low-cut garments, spaghetti straps, strapless
tops, o-the-shoulder tops and tank tops
■ Clothing that exposes any portion of the
midri area
■ Short skirts/dresses and short shorts
■ Garments with lettering, phrases or pictures
that are considered in poor taste
■ Sunbathing on campus in swimwear
■ All piercings with the exception of earrings
and small facial piercings
■ Clothing giving the appearance of being an
undergarment and worn as outer wear
(i.e., camisoles)
■ The wearing of hats/hoods in chapel
MEN
■ Before 4:30 p.m., sleeveless shirts may not
be worn in chapel or in any classroom.
■ Immodest apparel
■ Personal appearance that draws undue
attention to oneself
■ Garments with lettering, phrases or pictures
that are considered in poor taste
■ All piercings with the exception of earrings
and small facial piercings
■ Clothing giving the appearance of being an
undergarment worn as outerwear
■ The wearing of hats/hoods in chapel
■ Any obvious undershirt worn during the
academic day
■ Any garment exposing the side of the torso
SPECIAL NOTES
■ Shirts must be worn at all times.
■ Shoes or footwear must be worn at all times.
The exception includes residence halls and
appropriate athletics activities.
■ Interpretation of these policies is
the responsibility of the Student
Development sta.
Campus Recycling Policy
Olivet Nazarene University is committed
to helping conserve natural resources through
recycling. It is expected that students will
contribute by using the recycling containers
provided by the University. Misuse of such
containers will result in a $50 ne and/or
referral to the Dean of Judicial Aairs.
Behavioral Contract Policy
Olivet Nazarene University is committed
to providing a safe educational and living
environment and to fostering the well-being
and health of its students. As an institution,
it is our responsibility to care for the campus
community as a whole, while also trying to
build relationships with individuals in an eort
to support and encourage their growth and
maturity. As an academic institution, Olivet
recognizes that there are limitations to the care
that can be provided in a University setting.
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Students who do or may pose a direct threat
may be required to undergo an assessment
designed to determine whether they are indeed
a direct threat to others. In addition, students
who are a direct threat or who do not appear to
be making satisfactory progress while receiving
University-provided counseling or assistance
may be referred to o-campus resources at the
student’s own expense.
If a student’s behavior becomes disruptive to
the Olivet community, it may be necessary for
the student to be placed on a behavioral contract
or be disenrolled. If the student is placed on a
behavioral contract and chooses to break the
terms of that contract, he/she may then be
asked to take voluntary/involuntary medical
leave. A student may appeal any decision of
the University under this policy by submitting
a written appeal within 24 hours of receiving
the decision.
Withdrawal Due to
Necessary Medical Leave
A copy of the Olivet Nazarene University
Medical Leave Policy may be obtained upon
request from the Oce of Student Development
or the Counseling Services oce.
Substance Abuse and
Drug Testing Policy
Olivet Nazarene University is committed
to providing a safe, edu cational environment
and to fostering the well-being and health of
its students. That commitment is jeopardized
when any University student illegally uses drugs
on or o campus; comes to school under their
inuence; possesses, distributes or sells drugs
on campus; or uses alcohol. Therefore, Olivet
has established the following policy:
■ It is a violation of University policy for any
student to use, possess, sell, trade, oer for
sale or oer to buy illegal drugs, or otherwise
engage in the illegal use of drugs on or
o campus.
■ It is a violation of University policy for
any student to be under the inuence of,
or possess in his or her body, blood or
urine, any illegal drugs or alcohol in any
detectable amount.
■ It is a violation of University policy for any
student to use prescription drugs illegally —
that is, to use prescription drugs that have
not been legally obtained or for a purpose
other than as prescribed.
■ While the use of medical and recreational
marijuana has been legalized in the state of
Illinois, the possession or use of prescribed
medical or recreational marijuana in any
form is prohibited on campus property.
■ It is a violation of University policy to
possess drug or alcohol paraphernalia.
■ Violations of this policy are subject to
disciplinary action up to and including
dismissal from the University.
Olivet Nazarene University reserves the
right to require that any student submit to a
physical examination or clinical testing designed
to detect the presence of drugs or alcohol,
to include, but not limited to blood, urine or
hair follicle, when reasonable suspicion exists
that the student is under the inuence of or is
improperly using drugs or alcohol in violation
of this policy. Reasonable suspicion for testing
is to be determined by the sole discretion of
University ocials. Reasonable grounds for
drug-testing or alcohol-testing may include,
but are not limited to:
■ Unexplainable incoherent behavior
■ Repeated tardiness and/or absenteeism
from class
■ Drug- or alcohol-related odors on person,
clothing and/or equipment
■ Sudden, unexplainable drop in academic
performance
■ Use or possession of alcohol
■ Possession of alcohol or drug paraphernalia
■ Previous positive drug screen results
■ Being cited for or convicted of substance
abuse violations by University or municipal
authorities
■ Observable phenomena, such as direct
observation of substance abuse or physical
symptoms or manifestations of being
impaired due to substance abuse
■ A report of substance abuse or use provided
by a reliable and credible source
A student who refuses to submit to drug or
alcohol testing or to required assessment or
refuses to authorize the release of test results as
provided in this policy can be disciplined up to
and including dismissal from the University.
A positive drug or alcohol test may result
in disciplinary action including, but not
limited to, suspension or dismissal from
the University. A student found under the
inuence of alcohol or drugs may be taken to
a local hospital or clinic to be monitored for
safety. If a student found under the inuence is
deemed a danger to himself/herself or others
and refuses to go to a local hospital or clinic for
monitoring, his/her parents/guardians will be
called to remove the student from the Olivet
campus environment to the extent permitted
by law. A professional drug or alcohol
assessment and professional counseling
may be required of any student to the extent
permitted by law. Any charges incurred for an
outside assessment or for counseling will be
the responsibility of the student.
Testing for drugs will be administered
at a local clinic or hospital selected by the
University. A University ocial will administer
the test for alcohol. Refusal to comply with
testing when it is requested will be considered
a violation of the University’s drug and alcohol
policy. If a student’s test results are positive for
drug use, the student will be responsible for the
expense of the test. If a student’s test results
are negative for drug use, the University will be
responsible for the expense of the test.
Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
1. All single students under the age of 23
must live on campus. Arrangements
for single students living o campus
must be approved through the Oce of
Student Development.
2. Students who are 23 years of age or older at
the time of enrollment must secure approval
from the Oce of Student Development to
live in the residence halls.
3. Students under the age of 23 may live o
campus only if they are taking seven credit
hours or fewer, are married, or are living
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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with immediate family at their primary
residence. All requests to live o campus
are subject to the approval of the Oce of
Student Development.
4. Nonstudents are not normally permitted
to live in residential living areas and must
always obtain permission from the Oce of
Student Development to do so.
5. A commuter meal plan is optional for
nonresidential students.
6. Married or previously married students
are not permitted to live in University
residential living areas unless prior
permission is granted by the Oce of
Student Development.
7. Students with dependents are not
permitted to live in residential
living areas unless prior permission
is granted by the Oce of Student
Development.
8. Students desiring to change rooms must
obtain approval from their Resident
Director individually. All changes prior
to the beginning of the semester must fall
within the criteria stated above. A service
charge of $25 may be required of students
who are changing rooms. Unauthorized
room or residence hall changes may result
in a charge to the student of a minimum
$100 and/or disciplinary action.
9. Space heaters are a re hazard and are
not permitted.
10. Windows and re sprinkler heads are to be
kept clear of all objects and furniture.
11. Externally observable Christmas
lights may only be displayed between
Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks
and must be removed before leaving for
Christmas break.
12. The University accepts no responsibility for
damage, destruction or theft of any personal
property of residence hall occupants.
Students are urged to make individual
insurance arrangements. Students are urged
to keep their rooms locked.
13. Residents responsible for excessive noise
and/or disruptive behavior may be subject
to disciplinary action, including contract
termination. In addition to other discipline,
residents may be required to remove
stereos, TVs, audio/video equipment or
musical instruments from their rooms.
14. The following are not permitted:
A. Installation of radio or TV antennas or
satellite dishes. Extension wiring may
not be hooked up from room to room.
B. Candles, incense, halogen lamps or any
open ame in campus housing
C. Lofts or the stacking of furniture in a
manner for which it was not designed
D. Ceiling fan installation
E. Illegally obtained state, county or federal
road signs
F. Weightlifting equipment that may
cause damage or excessive noise in
student rooms
G. Cooking appliances (refer to housing
contract)
H. Pets in the residence halls (exception:
sh in tanks less than 80 gallons
combined). Contact the Oce of
Learning Support Services for a copy
of our Service Animal and Support
Animal Policy.
I. Painting of residence hall rooms
or apartments
15. Authorized personnel may enter students’
rooms for reasons of health, safety, general
welfare or to make necessary repairs to
rooms and room equipment. The University
reserves the right to search any student’s
room. No room will be searched except by
approval of the administrator in charge or
his/her representative. Weekly room checks
will be made by authorized personnel.
16. In-hours for upperclassmen residents:
Sunday–Thursday, 1 a.m.; Friday and
Saturday, 2 a.m. In-hours for freshman
residents: Sunday–Thursday, 12 a.m.;
Friday and Saturday, 1 a.m. In-hours are
enforced for inner campus housing. Room
and/or accountability checks are conducted
by authorized personnel for student safety.
Fifteen one-hour extensions are given per
inner-campus resident per semester, subject
to the approval of the Resident Life sta.
Abuse of this policy will result in the loss of
this privilege.
17. Overnight or extended campus leaves for
all residential students are subject to the
approval of the residence hall sta.
18. Passes and special permission: Overnight
and weekend passes must be completed
and submitted to the Resident Assistant or
Resident Director before leaving campus.
Weekend passes terminate at regular
in-hours. Any necessary extensions must
be arranged with the Resident Director or
Resident Assistant before leaving.
19. Students may not take overnight or
weekend passes to the o-campus residence
of single persons of the opposite sex.
20. Students are responsible for the conduct of
their guests on campus — the informing of
and their cooperation with all policies of the
University. A guest may stay in a student’s
room without charge for a maximum of
three days. Guests staying in the residence
halls or apartments must be registered
with the Resident Director. The Resident
Director may limit the number of days or
deny permission for a guest to stay in the
residence halls or apartments.
21. Olivet’s philosophy for residential housing
may be summed up in the statement that
“your rights end where another’s begin.”
With this in mind, our residence halls are
considered an extension of the academic
community, and an atmosphere of quiet
respect is encouraged at all times. o
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Judicial process
W
e as a University seek
to provide procedural
protections for
all students enrolled in our
institution. Resident Directors or
Resident Assistants will handle the
majority of policy violations. The
Resident Director may also handle
cases in which the student oers an
admission of guilt and waives his/
her rights included in the judicial
aairs process. The Dean of Judicial
Aairs will hear all cases which
may result in dismissal or which the
University determines are personal
or sensitive in nature. Every student
has the right to apply for one appeal.
All applications for appeals must be
made within 24 hours of the student’s
receipt of the initial decision.
Only those decisions that result
in suspension or loss of housing
may be appealed. The application
for an appeal will be accepted or
denied by the Appeals Processing
Committee. The University reserves
the right to refer any judicial
situation directly to the Vice
President for Student Development
through the Dean of Judicial Aairs
when deemed necessary in the
University’s discretion. Parents,
friends or legal representatives are
not allowed to attend any student
discipline meeting. Any audio or
video recording is prohibited during
student disciplinary meetings.
The judicial system proceeds
under the direction of the Vice
President for Student Development
through the Dean of Judicial Aairs.
Students may be placed on conduct
probation, suspended, moved from
apartment housing to inner campus
housing, dismissed or withdrawn
from the institution for violation of
any University policy, or due to the
inability to adjust to campus life
expectations. The University also
retains the discretion to fashion
other sanctions or corrective actions
that it deems appropriate in a
particular case.
The University reserves the right
at the end of any semester to deny the
re-enrollment of any student when
such action is deemed to be in the
best interest of the University or the
student. Any student arrested may
be suspended or withdrawn from the
University pending the outcome of
the investigation or trial.
COUNCIL
DESCRIPTIONS
Appeals Processing
Committee
The Appeals Processing
Committee (APC) is comprised of the
Dean for Residential Life, the Dean
of Judicial Aairs, the Assistant Dean
for Residential Life, the Director of
Public Safety, a faculty member and
a Resident Director. Participants of
the original hearing will be excluded
from the the APC. This committee
reviews appeals that come from the
RJC and the Dean of Judicial Aairs.
In addition to securing a thorough
understanding of a situation, the
committee will focus on whether
due process has been violated
or whether new information has
become available. The APC will make
one of two decisions regarding a
student’s appeal.
An appeal may be denied if due
process was not violated or if no new
information comes to light. An appeal
will be granted if due process was
violated or new information comes
to light. All granted appeals will be
heard by the Residential Judicial
Appeals Council. Decisions from the
APC are nal.
Residential Judicial
Appeals Council
The Residential Judicial Appeals
Council (RJAC) is usually comprised
of the Dean of Judicial Aairs,
the Dean for Residential Life,
one resident director, one or two
faculty member(s) and two student
representatives. The main function
of this body is to review and hear
any appeals of the decision made by
the RJC that result in suspension
or loss of housing. All appeal
requests must be approved by the
Appeals Processing Committee.
This council may hear appeals from
the Residential Judicial Committee
which have been approved by
the APC.
The RJAC will make one of three
decisions regarding a student appeal.
A decision may be overturned if
due process was not provided or
new information comes to light.
A decision may be amended if the
council believes it was inconsistent
with precedent. A decision may be
upheld if there is no clear reason to
make modications. Decisions from
the RJAC are nal.
University Judicial
Appeals Committee
The University Judicial Appeals
Committee is comprised of the Vice
President for Student Development,
one or two faculty member(s), one
Resident Director and two student
representatives, and hears only
appeals that come from the Dean
for Judicial Aairs and have been
approved by the APC.
The University Judicial Appeals
Committee will
make one of three
decisions regarding a student’s
appeal. A decision may be overturned
if due process was not provided or
new information comes to light.
A decision may be amended if the
council believes it was inconsistent
with precedent. A decision may be
upheld if there is no clear reason
to make modications. Decisions
from the University Judicial Appeals
Committee are nal. o
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Computer User Code of Conduct
C
omputing and communication
facilities at Olivet are a shared
resource that requires users
to observe standards of behavior to
ensure the rights of other users. This
is a summary of the Information
Technology Acceptable Use Policy.
To see the policy in its entirety, please
visit the Department of Information
Technology’s website at IT.Olivet.edu.
Executive Summary
This summary is intended to present a brief
overview of the policies set forth by the
Department of Information Technology at
Olivet Nazarene University. It is by no means
exhaustive or detailed. A detailed document of
the policies, procedures and guidelines can be
found at http://it.olivet.edu. By agreeing to the
policies set forth by the University in the
Student Life Handbook, the student also agrees
to follow and adhere to the policies set forth by
the Department of Information Technology
found on the department website. These
topics include:
■ Policy Changes
■ Privacy and System Monitoring
■ Lab Computers
■ Personal Computers and Devices:
– Data Archiving
– Abandonment
– Mandatory Copyright License
for All Software
– Repair Selection Criteria
■ Wireless Access
■ Internet Content Filtering
■ Copyright Infringement: Digital
Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”)
■ Email and Network Accounts
■ Passwords
■ Network Storage
■ Prohibited Activities
– Violations
– Discovery of
Pornographic Materials
– Disciplinary Actions
– Disclaimer of Liability
ONUnet
The Olivet Nazarene University campus
computing network and telecommunications
network (ONUnet) exists to further the
University’s teaching, scholarly research and
spiritual goals. The same ethical and community
expectations outlined in the University Life
Handbook apply to the use of ONUnet. All
equipment is subject to the rules and conditions
outlined in this Policy, the Intellectual Property
Policy which references and incorporates this
Policy, and the University Life Handbook.
Persons accessing any of the network resources
are expected to practice common sense, decency
and courtesy to other users and third-party
stakeholders. Individuals are responsible for
the proper use of the account, including proper
password protection. Any action that occurs
on an individual’s account or workstation
is the responsibility of that individual. All
students, faculty and sta are responsible
for seeing that these information systems
are used in an eective, ecient, ethical and
lawful manner, and for the safeguarding and
protection of their user names and passwords.
Access to ONUnet is a privilege and may
be revoked at any time. It is provided as a
resource to the Olivet community. Access
to ONUnet is restricted to authorized users,
which is dened as an individual who has
been assigned a username and password by
Information Technology sta, or by any agent
authorized by the Administrative Team. The
use of ONUnet may be revoked at any time,
with or without notice, for any violation
of the Policy, including, but not limited
to, misuse, abuse, infringement of third-
party intellectual property rights, exceeding
authorized access or vandalism to any system.
This policy applies to networks and
resources outside the University that
access ONUnet via the internet. Network or
resource providers outside the University
may, in turn, impose additional conditions
of appropriate use which the user should
observe when using those resources.
Disciplinary Actions
Violation of the Information Technology
Policies may result in suspension of the user’s
network access, network account or email
account. Removing network access for the
violator may also remove access for the entire
room or apartment. Upon suspending the
user’s access, Information Technology will
notify both the user and the Oce of Student
Development. The notice will state which
policies were violated and the next course of
action. The user must respond to the letter
within 24 hours. Suggested disciplinary
actions include one or more of the following:
■ Community service
■ Fines or restitution equal
to technician’s time
■ Criminal or civil prosecution
■ Notication to parents, authorities or
chairs of academic departments
■ Counseling
■ Dismissal from the University
System Maintenance
Regularly scheduled network maintenance
will be performed on a monthly basis. On
maintenance dates, all network resources may
be unavailable between the hours of 6 p.m.
and 6 a.m. the following morning. Reminders
will be communicated via email prior to each
maintenance date. Future maintenance dates
may be viewed at the IT department website. o
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1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
28
Communication
Expectation
It is the expectation of the University that
all enrolled students are responsible for any
email correspondence from the University
and its ocials. A student’s University email
account is the primary means of communication
from any University ocial. Failure to comply
with or utilize this email account is solely the
responsibility of the student; the University
will not be held responsible should a student
neglect information that was provided
via his/her University email account.
Family Educational Rights
and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Olivet Nazarene University is in compliance
with the Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA), which is designed to
protect the privacy of educational records.
Details about the policy and procedures are
available at the Oce of the Registrar.
Americans With Disabilities
Persons with disabilities are most
welcome on the cam pus of Olivet Nazarene
University. The University com plies with
all applicable laws regarding persons
with dis abilities. Community members
seeking disability related accommodations
and students seeking disability related
accommodations should contact Learning
Support Services at [email protected].
Communicable Diseases and
Blood-Borne Pathogens
The University maintains a Blood-Borne
Pathogens Exposure Con trol Plan through
the Oce of Human Resources. Concerned
persons should contact Tom Ascher in
the Oce of Human Resources.
A Drug-Free School
and Workplace
In compliance with the Drug-Free
Workplace Act of 1989 and the Drug-Free
Schools and Campuses Amend ment of 1989,
Olivet Nazarene University clearly prohibits
the unlawful possession, use or distribution
of drugs, alcohol and unlawful substances
by students and employees on University
property or as any part of University activities.
Olivet Nazarene University will impose
sanctions on students and employees
(consistent with local, state and federal law)
up to and including expulsion or termination
of employment and referral for prosecution
for violation of standards of conduct.
Policy Against
Discrimination,
Harassment and Retaliation
Olivet Nazarene University policy prohibits
discrimination and harassment on the basis
of race, sex, age, color, creed, national or
ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status,
disability or other legally protected status in the
recruitment and admission of students and in
the operation of all college programs, activities
and services. University policy prohibits
retaliation against anyone for reporting a
suspected violation of this policy or participating
in any investigation or resolution of a suspected
violation of this policy. Any concerns regarding
discrimination or retaliation on the basis of
any of the foregoing protected categories or
retaliation should be addressed to Dr. Stephen
Lowe in the Oce of Academic Aairs, Burke
Administration Building, at (815-939-) 5213.
Suspected violations of this policy will be
investigated in a manner that preserves
condentiality to the greatest extent possible.
Photography and
Videotaping
Video or still images of the campus,
campus buildings, campus logos or
materials, other members of the student
body, faculty or sta or the like may not be
used for individual nancial or promotional
gain, or third-party endorsement.
The University reserves the right to
photograph and/or videotape students,
faculty, sta and guests while in public
places on University property or during
University-sponsored functions. These
images and video recordings may be used by
Olivet Nazarene University for promotional
purposes, including use in Olivet the
Magazine, Olivet Gazette, Aurora, press
releases, advertisements, videos, Olivet.edu
or other promotional materials. If, for any
reason, a student wishes that his/her likeness
not be used for promotional purposes, he/
she may contact the Oce of Marketing and
Engagement. Additionally, the University
reserves the right to reprint or otherwise
use for its own purposes photo graphs taken
by any Aurora or Olivet Gazette sta/
student photographer in any medium of the
University’s choosing.
Sexual Harassment
The University’s policy concerning sexual
harassment is printed in the Public Safety
Handbook. This handbook begins on the next
page and is also available on the Olivet portal
at My.Olivet.edu.
Tiger Dollars Policy
A service fee in the amount of 10%
may apply to some purchases made with
Tiger Dollars. o
University policies
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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PHONE NUMBERS
Public Safety Ocers (PSOs) are available 24 hours a day
and may be contacted at the following numbers:
■ Department of Public Safety .......(815-939-) 5265
■ After Hours ..........................(815-939-) 5265
or (815-939-) 5011
■ Bourbonnais Police Department:
NON-EMERGENCY ...815-937-3577
EMERGENCY ........9-911 from any campus phone
WEBSITES
■ http://www.olivet.edu/public-safety-and-parking
■ https://my.olivet.edu/publicsafety/Pages/default.aspx
Reference for quick and easy access to items found in this
handbook and to other helpful information, such as parking
maps, crime statistics (listed in the annual report), safety tips,
ticket appeal, the silent witness form and the annual report.
T
he mission of the Olivet Nazarene
University Department of Public
Safety is to work in partnership with the
campus community, to protect and enhance
a secure learning-centered environment, to
provide quality service with an emphasis on
integrity and professionalism, and to promote
individual responsibility and cooperative
commitment.
2022–2023
PUBLIC SAFETY
HandbookHandbook
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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obtained. Persons wishing to review local
sex oender registrations may visit the local
law enforcement agency of jurisdiction, the
Bourbonnais Police Department, to view the
information in person. To view this information
online, visit the Illinois State Police’s Sex
Oender website at www.isp.state.il.us/sor/sor.
cfm. This information is not available for review
in the Oce of Public Safety at Olivet Nazarene
University. Convicted sex oenders who are
students or employees of Olivet Nazarene
University are required by law to register with
ONU and the Bourbonnais Police Department.
Access to Campus Facilities
It is University policy to lock the doors of
buildings that are not in use; however, most
buildings on campus are utilized for academic
purposes well into the evening. Other buildings,
such as Kelley Prayer Chapel, are kept open for
longer hours so that students may have free
access to them. All academic buildings are
closed during Sunday morning church services.
See the “Campus Buildings and Oce Hours”
section for detailed information.
Arrangements to open buildings for special
programs approved by the University should be
made utilizing the Astra schedule, located at the
Portal My.Olivet.edu. Faculty and sta will be
given access to their oces. Any student wish-
ing to utilize University facilities after hours
must have written approval from a department
chair or building director from the specic area.
Residential Facilities
Inner-campus residence halls are locked at
curfew and re-opened at approximately 6 a.m.
Access to buildings after curfew is via the main
entrance of the residence hall and must be
arranged with the Resident Director or with a
Resident Assistant. The Department of Public
Safety will not admit individuals into residence
halls after hours without approval from the
Resident Director or a Resident Assistant.
For personal safety and the protection of
personal belongings, students should keep
the doors to their rooms locked at all times.
Residence hall lobbies are closed to guests of the
opposite sex after curfew. Guests of the opposite
sex are permitted in the hallways and in rooms
of residence halls only during designated times.
Public Safety Information
Information about campus security
procedures and the prevention of crime can
be obtained in several ways. Security issues
are discussed at a residents’ meeting held
on campus. Security information is printed
annually in the Public Safety section within
the University Life Handbook. Information is
addressed periodically in the GlimmerGlass
(student newspaper) and in chapel. Information
may also be obtained through the Office of
Student Development, Counseling & Health
Services, or at https://www.olivet.edu/public-
safety-and-parking. Workshops are offered
dealing with crime prevention topics and are
open to all students and employees.
For information regarding the University
Judicial Council, please refer to this handbook
or contact the Oce of Student Development.
Drug-Free Campus
and Workplace
1. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace
Act of 1989 and with Drug-Free Schools
and Campuses Amendment of 1989, Olivet
Nazarene University prohibits the unlaw-
ful possession, use or distribution of drugs,
alcohol and unlawful substances by students
or by employees on University property or
as part of any University activities.
2. Olivet Nazarene University will impose
sanctions on students and employees (con-
sistent with local, state and federal laws) up
to and including expulsion or termination
of employment and referral for prosecu-
tion for violation of standards of conduct.
As the University campus is a smoke-free
work environment, this includes the use
of tobacco.
3. The unlawful manufacture, distribu-
tion, dispensing, possession or use of a
controlled substance is prohibited in the
workplace, and violation of any of the
aforementioned is cause for immediate
dismissal. The “workplace” encompasses all
of the Olivet Nazarene University campus. It
is a student’s and/or an employee’s respon-
sibility to notify Olivet Nazarene University
of any criminal drug conviction occurring in
the workplace no later than ve days after
conviction. (Faculty/Sta Handbook)
Title IX/Sexual Harassment
Policy Statement
This policy supplements the University’s
general Policy Against Discrimination,
Harassment and Retaliation set forth above
and addresses the requirements of Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”).
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sex
discrimination in federally funded education
I
n cases where incidents require
Public Safety Ocers ling reports,
call ext. 5265 (on campus) or 815-
939-5265 (o campus). If necessary, the
Bourbonnais Police Department will be
contacted to issue a police report.
Information about incidents that
are considered by the institution to
represent a threat to students and
employees will be reported to the
campus community. Public Safety
personnel are the University’s first
responders and are available to aid and
assist police or emergency providers
according to their level of professional
training.
Safety and Responsibility
The Department of Public Safety is
required by the U.S. Department of Education,
specically the Jeanne Clery Act, to maintain
incident reports and daily crime logs for seven
years. Crime statistics are available for review
on the Olivet website or in the Department of
Public Safety oce. Any incident considered to
be a serious threat to the campus community
will be reported to the campus community
immediately. Students, faculty members,
sta and visitors must be aware that safety is
everyone’s responsibility. Any crime, violation,
suspicious person(s) or suspicious activity must
be reported immediately.
The Department of Public Safety is further
required by 20 USC 1092 (f)(1)(I) to advise
the campus community of where information
concerning registered sex oenders may be
Security Policies and Procedures
PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
continued >
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Security Policies and Procedures, continued
programs and activities. Title IX states
as follows:
No person in the United States shall, on
the basis of sex, be excluded from par-
ticipation in, be denied the benets of, or
be subjected to discrimination under any
education program or activity receiving
Federal nancial assistance.
Consistent with Title IX, the University
prohibits discrimination on the the basis of sex
or gender in any University program or activ-
ity. Discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e.,
sex discrimination) includes sexual harass-
ment, which, in turn, includes sexual assault
and sexual violence. In addition, the Violence
Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013
requires colleges and universities to have par-
ticular policy statements and oer educational
programming regarding domestic violence, dat-
ing violence, sexual assault and stalking.
The University is committed to maintain-
ing an environment that is free from all forms
of sex discrimination and sexual harassment,
including sexual assault and sexual violence. In
keeping with this commitment, the University
prohibits and does not tolerate sexual harass-
ment against any member of the University
community, including students, faculty or
sta, by any member of the University com-
munity, or by contractors, consultants or ven-
dors doing business with or providing services
to the University. The University also prohibits
and does not tolerate domestic violence, dating
violence, and stalking against any member of
the University community.
This Policy applies to on-campus and o-
campus conduct, including online or electronic
conduct, when the off-campus conduct: (a)
occurs during a College sponsored employment
or education activity or program; (b) adversely
impacts the education or employment of a
member of the College community; or (c) oth-
erwise threatens the health and/or safety of a
member of the College community.
Title IX Committee
Any inquiries regarding Title IX, the
University’s Policy Against Sex Discrimination,
including Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault,
Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and
Stalking, or the University’s general Policy
Against Discrimination, Harassment and
Retaliation should be directed to the Title IX
Coordinator identied below or to any other
member of the University’s Title IX Committee.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator to receive a copy
of the University’s Investigation and Resolution
Procedures for Allegations of Title IX Sexual
Harrassment. All policies, procedures and
resources can also be found at https://www.
olivet.edu/title-ix-compliance-and-services.
TITLE IX OFFICE:
Oce of Human Resources
Miller Business Center
One University Ave.
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Phone: (815-939-) 5240
Fax: (815-928-) 5781
Email: [email protected]
TITLE IX COORDINATOR:
Tom Ascher
Director of Human Resources
Phone: (815-928-) 5473
Email: [email protected]
DEPUTY TITLE IX COORDINATOR:
Colleen DeVries
Human Resources Administrative Asst.
Phone: (815-939-) 5240
Email: [email protected]
The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for
implementing and monitoring Title IX compli-
ance on behalf of Olivet Nazarene University.
This includes coordination of training, educa-
tion, communications and administration of
the complaint and grievance procedures for
the handling of suspected or alleged violations
of this policy.
TITLE IX COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
■ Tom Ascher — Director of Human
Resources, (815-928-) 5473
■ Colleen DeVries — Human Resources
Administrative Asst., (815-939-) 5240
■ David Pickering — Executive Vice
President & Chief Financial Officer,
(815-939-) 5161
■ Drew Benson — Dean of Residential Life,
(815-939-) 5333
■ Darren Blair — Associate Director of
Public Safety, (815-928-) 5597
■ Hannah Gardner — Softball Head Coach,
(815-928-) 5411
■ Mindy Williamson — Associate Director of
Engagement and Operations,
(815-939-) 5195
■ Lisa Vander Veer — Dean of Student
Persistence, (815-939-) 5256
A person may also file a complaint with
the U.S. Department of Education’s Oce for
Civil Rights regarding an alleged violation of
Title IX by visiting www.hhs.gov/ocr or calling
800-368-1019.
Denition of
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment is unwelcome conduct
of a sexual nature, including unwelcome sexual
advances, requests for sexual favors, and other
verbal, nonverbal, physical or graphic conduct
of a sexual nature, without regard to whether
the parties are of the same or dierent gender,
when: (1) submission to such conduct is
made either explicitly or implicitly as a term
or condition of an individual’s employment
or status in a course, program or College-
sponsored activity, or is used as the basis for
employment or educational decisions aecting
that individual (also referred to as “quid pro
quo” harassment); or (2) such conduct is
sufficiently severe, pervasive and persistent
that it has the purpose or eect of limiting or
interfering with an individual’s educational
experience or working conditions (also referred
to as “hostile environment”).
In considering whether the conduct consti-
tutes sexual harassment, the University con-
siders the totality of the circumstances. Some
examples of sexual harassment may include:
■ Unwelcome sexual propositions
■ Unwelcome sexual contact, such as
touching, kissing, hugging or massaging
■ Pressure for or forced sexual activity
■
Suggestive comments or sexual innuendo
■
Unnecessary references to parts of
the body
■ Remarks about a person’s gender,
nonconformity with gender stereotypes,
or sexual orientation
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1
For incidents that occur outside of the U.S. (e.g., study abroad programs), Illinois law will apply in determining a violation of this policy.
2
For incidents that occur outside of the U.S. (e.g., study abroad programs), Illinois law will apply in determining a violation of this policy.
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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Security Policies and Procedures, continued
■ Sexually oriented teasing, practical
jokes, jokes about gender-specic traits
■ Obscene gestures
■ Displays of sexually suggestive material
■ Bullying, stalking or cyberbullying that
is based on gender or sex
■ Email, texting (“sexting”) and internet
use that violates this policy
■ Sexual assault or violence
Any person enrolled at or employed by the
University is responsible for complying with
this policy and for helping to ensure that harass-
ment is avoided. Any person who feels that he
or she has experienced or witnessed harassment
should report such incidents promptly to the
University’s Director of Human Resources;
the Department of Public Safety; the Oce of
Student Development; to a Title IX Committee
member or a Residential Life sta member.
Denition of
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence includes felony or
misdemeanor crimes of violence committed by
a current or former spouse or intimate partner
of the victim, by a person with whom the victim
shares a child in common, by a person who is
cohabitating with or has cohabitated with
the victim as a spouse or intimate partner,
by a person similarly situated to a spouse
of the victim under the domestic or family
violence laws of the jurisdiction, or any other
person against an adult or youth victim who
is protected from that person’s acts under the
domestic or family laws of the jurisdiction.
Denition of
Dating Violence
Dating violence is violence committed by a
person who is or has been in a social relationship
of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim,
where the existence of such a relationship shall
be determined based on a consideration of the
following factors: the length of the relationship,
the type of relationship, and the frequency of
interaction between the persons involved in the
relationship. It includes but is not limited to
sexual abuse or the threat of such abuse. Dating
violence does not include acts covered under
the denition of domestic violence, above.
Denition of Stalking
Stalking occurs when a person engages in a
course of conduct directed at a specic person
that would cause a reasonable person to fear for
his or her safety or the safety of a third person
or suer substantial emotional distress. For
purposes of this denition, course of conduct
means two or more acts, including but not lim-
ited to acts in which the stalker directly, indi-
rectly, or through third parties, by any action,
method, device, or means follows, monitors,
observes, surveils, threatens, or communicates
to or about a person, or interferes with a per-
son’s property. Examples of stalking include,
but are not limited to:
■ Following a person;
■ Being or remaining in close proximity
to a person;
■ Entering or remaining on or near a
person’s property, residence, or place
of employment;
■ Monitoring, observing, or conducting
surveillance of a person;
■
Threatening (directly or indirectly) a
person or a family member of that person;
■ Communicating to or about a person;
■ Giving gifts or objects to, or leaving
items for, a person;
■ Interfering with or damaging a person’s
property (including pets); or engaging
in other unwelcome contact;
■ Has previously been convicted of
stalking another person and knowingly
and without lawful justication on
one occasion: follows that same person
or places that same person under
surveillance; and transmits a threat
of immediate or future bodily harm,
sexual assault, connement or restraint
to that person or a family member of
that person.
Denition of Sexual Assault
Sexual assault means actual or attempted
sexual contact with another person without that
person’s consent. Sexual assault includes, but is
not limited to, physical sexual acts perpetrated
against a person’s will or when a person is
incapable of giving consent. Sexual assault
may involve individuals who are known to
one another or have an intimate and/or sexual
relationship or may involve individuals not
known to one another. Sexual assault includes:
■ Sexual Penetration without Consent
(e.g., rape): Any penetration, no matter
how slight, of the vagina or anus with any
body part or object, or oral penetration by
a sex organ of another person, without the
consent of the victim.
■ Sexual Contact without Consent (e.g.,
fondling): The touching of the private
body parts of another person for the
purpose of sexual gratication, without
the consent of the victim. This includes
contact done directly or indirectly through
clothing, bodily uids, or with an object. It
also includes causing or inducing a person,
when consent is not present, to similarly
touch or fondle oneself or someone else.
■ Incest: Sexual intercourse between
persons who are related to each other
within the degrees wherein marriage is
prohibited by the laws of the state in which
the incident occurred.
1
■ Statutory Rape: Sexual intercourse with
a person who is under the statutory age
of consent under the laws of the state in
which the incident occurred.
2
Denition of
Sexual Exploitation
Sexual exploitation occurs when a person
takes non-consensual or abusive sexual
advantage of another for anyone’s advantage or
benet other than the person being exploited,
and that behavior does not otherwise constitute
one of the preceding sexual misconduct
oenses. This includes, but is not limited to:
■ Sexual voyeurism or permitting others to
witness or observe the sexual or intimate
activity of another person without that
person’s consent;
■ Indecent or lewd exposure or inducing
others to expose themselves when consent
is not present;
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PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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■ Recording any person engaged in sexual or
intimate activity in a private space without
that person’s consent;
■ Distributing sexual information, images,
or recordings about another person
without that person’s consent;
■ Recruiting, harboring, transporting,
providing, or obtaining another person for
the purpose of sexual exploitation;
■ Inducing incapacitation in another
person with the intent to engage in sexual
conduct, regardless of whether prohibited
sexual conduct actually occurs.
Denition of Consent
Consent to engage in sexual activity must be
informed, freely given and mutual. Consent is
present when clearly understandable words or
actions manifest a knowing, active, voluntary,
and present and ongoing agreement to engage
in specic sexual or intimate conduct.
CONSENT MUST BE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:
■ Knowing: Consent must demonstrate that
all individuals understand, are aware of,
and agree to the “who” (same partners),
“what” (same acts), “where” (same loca-
tion), “when” (same time), and “how” (the
same way and under the same conditions)
of the sexual activity.
■ Active: Consent must take the form of
clearly understandable words or actions
that reveal one’s expectations and
agreement to engage in specic sexual
activity. This means that silence, passivity,
submission, or the lack of verbal or
physical resistance (including the lack of a
“no”) should not — in and of themselves —
be understood as consent. Consent cannot
be inferred by an individual’s manner of
dress, the giving or acceptance of gifts, the
extension or acceptance of an invitation to
go to a private room or location, or going
on a date.
■ Voluntary: Consent must be freely given
and cannot be the result of force (violence,
physical restraint, or the presence of a
weapon), threats (indications of intent
to harm, whether direct or indirect),
intimidation (extortion, menacing
behavior, bullying), coercion (undue
pressure) or fraud (misrepresentation
or material omission about oneself or
the present situation in order to gain
permission for sexual or intimate activity).
■ Present and ongoing: Consent must exist
at the time of the sexual activity. Consent
to previous sexual activity does not imply
consent to later sexual acts; similarly,
consent to one type of sexual activity does
not imply consent to other sexual acts.
In addition, consent to engage in sexual
activity with one person does not consti-
tute consent to engage in sexual activity
with another. Consent may also be with-
drawn at any time — provided the person
withdrawing consent makes that known in
clearly understandable words or actions.
Consent is not present when an individual
does not have the capacity to give consent,
voluntarily or involuntarily, due to age
(generally 17 in Illinois), physical condition,
or disability that impairs the individual’s
ability to give consent. Reasons why one
could lack capacity to give consent due to
a physical condition include, but are not
limited to, consumption of drugs or alcohol
(voluntarily or involuntarily) or being in a
state of unconsciousness, sleep, or other state in
which the person is unaware that sexual activity
is occurring.
Signs of incapacitation include when an
individual demonstrates that they are unaware
of where they are, how they got there, or why
or how they became engaged in a sexual
interaction. Some indicators of a lack of
capacity to give consent due to consumption
of drugs or alcohol may include, but are not
limited to:
■ Lack of full control over physical
movements (for example, diculty
walking or standing without stumbling
or assistance)
■ Lack of awareness of circumstances
or surroundings (for example, lack of
awareness of where one is, how one
got there, who one is with, or how or
why one became engaged in sexual
interaction)
■ Inability to eectively communicate for
any reason (for example, slurring speech,
diculty nding words)
A person may appear to be giving consent
but may not have the capacity to do so, in which
case the apparent consent is not effective.
If there is any doubt as to another person’s
capacity to give consent, community members
should assume that the other person does not
have the capacity to give consent.
Being intoxicated or impaired by drugs
or alcohol does not excuse one from the
responsibility to obtain consent. Being
intoxicated or impaired by drugs or alcohol is
never an excuse to commit sexual misconduct.
Sexual Assault and
Sexual Violence
Sexual assault will not be tolerated at
Olivet Nazarene University. All students,
faculty, sta and visitors are subject to this
policy statement. Violators may be subject to
discipline including, but not limited to, termi-
nation, expulsion or suspension. Prosecution
by the criminal and/or civil justice system
may also occur but will not substitute for a
prompt and thorough investigation by the
University. ONU aliates (students, faculty,
sta and visitors) suspected and/or accused
of sexual assault may be subject to disciplinary
proceedings as per University policy.
The University urges any individual who
has been sexually assaulted to report the
incident to the Department of Public Safety
or a trusted University ocial. Reporting is
encouraged, even if the victim opts not to pursue
legal prosecution. The University can make
resources available to the reporting victim to
assist in the associated healing process.
The University will investigate all
complaints of sexual harassment, sexual
assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and
stalking thoroughly, impartially and promptly.
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PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
34
Security Policies and Procedures, continued
IF YOU HAVE BEEN SEXUALLY ASSAULTED:
■ Seek medical attention immediately.
■ With the intent of preserving evidence,
and not disturbing the crime scene, victims
should not shower, should not change
clothes, or disturb the scene of the attack,
but should go to the emergency room of
a hospital. It is suggested that a friend
accompany the victim to the hospital,
if possible.
■ Local hospital/sexual assault resources are
as follows:
– Riverside Medical Center,
Kankakee, Emergency Room,
815-935-7500
– St. Mary’s, Kankakee, Emergency Room,
815-937-2100
– Clove Alliance (formerly Kankakee
County Center Against Sexual Assault or
KC-CASA), Kankakee,
24-Hour Hotline at 815-932-3322;
Oce Phone at 815-932-7273
– Harbor House, Kankakee,
24-Hour Hotline at 815-932-5800;
Oce Phone at 815-932-5814
Hospital personnel will treat the physical
consequences of assault (injury, infection,
disease and pregnancy). Hospitals can also
collect evidence that will be needed in the
event the victim decides to report the crime
to law enforcement. Hospitals are required
to inform local law enforcement agencies of
sexual assault cases; however, the victim may
choose whether or not to speak with police
personnel, University Counseling Services or to
Department of Public Safety personnel. In the
event a victim of sexual assault does not have
the nancial means (healthcare insurance, self-
pay, etc.) to pay for medical treatment resulting
from the assault, upon request, local hospitals
do have resources that can grant funding to pay
for expenses related to sexual assault, including
medical procedures, exams, prescriptions and
other medications.
Reporting Sexual Assault
to the Police
Although it is not required and is left
entirely to the discretion of the victim, the
ONU Department of Public Safety encourages
reporting sexual assault to the police.
Reporting a sexual assault to the police may
seem intimidating, but there is no need to be
afraid. Police ocers are specially trained to
handle such situations with sensitivity and
compassion, and victims can feel free to bring
an accompanying friend or advocate to a police
interview regarding the assault. Properly
reporting assault crimes can assist the victim in
regaining a sense of personal power and control
over the situation.
■ For sexual assault that occurs on ONU
properties, contact should be made with
the ONU Department of Public Safety
at (815-939-) 5265, or by calling the
Bourbonnais Police Department at 911
(for emergencies) or the non-emergency
number at (815-937-) 3577.
■ For o-campus incidents, victims may also
feel free to contact the ONU Department of
Public Safety as noted above, or the local
police department for the city in which the
incident occurred.
When Sexual Assault Is
Reported to the Police
When a sexual assault case is reported to
the police department, the assigned officer
will respond to meet the victim in a location
as preferred by the victim. The victim may
request to speak with a male or female ocer,
depending on personal preference (if there is a
preference). The ocer will take a preliminary
statement in order to obtain the basic facts of the
case and will likely recommend the victim seek
medical attention as a result of the assault.
Some victims of sexual assault are not
certain if they want to pursue criminal charges.
This is a personal decision that must be made
by the victim. Regardless of the choice, the
ONU Department of Public Safety and the
University will respect the decision of the
victim as to whether criminal charges are
pursued, but the University will nonetheless
investigate and take any appropriate corrective
action to the greatest extent possible,
regardless of whether criminal charges are
investigated or pursued by law enforcement.
As means of preventing recurrence of similar
crimes, the victim is encouraged to report
the crime and the name of the accused so
that necessary resources can be dedicated to
recurrence prevention. Additionally, reporting
allows for the provision of expanded support
service information to the victim.
University Services to
Sexual Assault Victims
The ONU Department of Public Safety,
in collaboration with the University Title IX
Coordinator, oers provision of the following
services to victims of sexual assault:
■ Assurance of condentiality regarding
reporting and associated choices
and investigation. Anonymous
reporting is available at: http://
www.olivet.edu/silent-witness/
■ Private meeting for report submission/
guidance referrals at a time and
place as determined by the victim
■ Assistance with notice of the assault
to individual(s) designated by
the victim, if the victim chooses
to give this type of notice
■ Assistance with reporting the assault
to law enforcement, if the victim
chooses to report the crime
■ Assistance and/or referral in
arranging for medical services
■ Referral to local counselor
and resource services
■ Assistance in arranging alternative
housing accommodations within
24 hours of receipt of report
■ Assistance in arranging alternative
academic class schedule within
24 hours of receipt of report
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PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Increasing Your Safety On and
O Campus
Although we cannot guarantee that you will
never be a victim, there are steps that can be
taken to minimize these risks. Following are
suggestions to incorporate into daily routines.
ON THE STREET
■ When possible, walk with another
person or in a group.
■ Be aware of what is happening in your
surroundings. Know where you are
and where you are going. Do not wear
headphones when walking alone.
■ Walk in well-lit areas, away from alleys
and dark entryways when possible.
Vary your route if you walk regularly.
■ Trust your instincts! If you believe
you are being followed walk to a busy,
well-lit area and do whatever you
can to attract attention to yourself
and tell someone to call the police.
■ If you are walking and someone is
in a car, turn and walk the opposite
direction. Your rst priority is to get to
a safe place, but if it is possible, record
the license plate number. Notify the
police once you feel safe, then contact
the Department of Public Safety.
■ When going on a run, go with a
friend or a group when possible.
Avoid running alone, especially
during the evening hours.
JOGGING IN ATHLETIC PARKS
AND STREETS
■ When possible, run with a friend or
in a group.
■ Try to avoid running alone during
the evening hours.
IN YOUR VEHICLE
■ Have your keys out and ready as you
approach your vehicle. When possible,
avoid looking through a bag to nd keys
when outside.
■ As stated above, continue to be aware
of and have a focused attention of your
surroundings.
■ It is advised to check the inside of your
vehicle before entering. Look inside the
backseat and on the oor for anything out
of the ordinary.
■ Lock the doors once you have entered
your vehicle. Keep the doors locked and
windows up when driving.
■ Be sure to have plenty of gasoline in your
vehicle to avoid an empty tank.
Preparing for
Vehicular Emergencies
■ Know how to change a at tire. Make
certain that the spare tire is in good
condition and that the proper auto
safety equipment is in your car.
■ If your car breaks down at night, turn
on your emergency ashers. Remain in
your car with the doors locked and the
windows closed until the police arrive.
■ If another motorist stops to assist you,
roll the window down slightly, and
ask him or her to call the police.
■ Always carry your mobile phone
or enough money to make an
emergency call.
Campus Crime Statistics
In 1990, the Federal Government, through
the U.S. Department of Education, passed the
Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security
Act. This act requires colleges and universities
to provide information to students and
employees regarding campus crime statistics.
These statistics are compiled per the calendar
year, January 1 through December 31. This
information is provided so that current
students, prospective students and employees
are aware of their environment. Statistics
regarding occurrences of campus crime, as
reported to the Department of Education, are
provided on the Olivet website and in the Oce
of Public Safety.
VAWA: Violence Against
Women’s Act
VAWA or Violence Against Women’s Act,
which includes “domestic violence,” “dating
violence” and stalking, is a broad-based law
passed in 1994 in response to the increasing
violence against women in the U.S. The Act has
provisions starting from funding of domestic-
violence programs to new civil rights remedies
for women who have been victims of gender-
based attacks.
Just as with sexual assault or sexual
violence, the University will not tolerate such
behavior and urges individuals to report these
incidents to the Department of Public Safety
or a trusted University official. Reporting
is encouraged; even if the victim opts not
to pursue legal prosecution, the University
can make resources available under VAWA
provision to the reporting victim to assist in
the associated healing processes.
VAWA provides for education, research,
treatment of domestic and sex-crime victims,
creation of rape crisis centers and battered
women’s shelters. The Act also authorizes
additional local police, prosecutors, victim
advocates, and a domestic violence hotline to
check the increasing violence.
https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/
sites/default/les/docs/vawa_factsheet.pdf o
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Security Policies and Procedures, continued
PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
36
re-registration of the bicycle by
the owner upon sale, gift or trade.
Decals must be adhered to the
main frame of the bicycle.
Section 3 Bicycles must be parked in bicycle
racks. It is recommended that bicy-
cles be secured with a sturdy lock.
If you do not have a lock, one can
be purchased from the Department
of Public Safety for a $5 fee.
Section 4 Bicycles left unattended and/or
not in bicycle racks are subject
to impound. Impounded bicycles
that are not recovered by the end
of the semester will be donated
to charity. Bicycles may not be
left at building entrances, fences,
signposts or trees. A bicycle
secured by lock in an unauthorized
area will have the lock removed
at the owner’s expense, and the
bicycle will either be impounded
or moved to an approved storage
area. The University assumes no
responsibility for the damage to or
theft of any bicycle on campus.
Section 5 Bicycle placement and storage in
the residence hall is determined
by the Resident Director. Bicycles
cannot be stored in stairwells or
hallways.
Section 6 Bicyclists must operate bicycles
safely within University regula-
tions and Illinois state laws. This
includes yielding to pedestrians
and observing all regulatory signs.
ARTICLE II Vehicle Registration
Section 1 All vehicles used by faculty, sta
and students must be registered
with the Department of Public
Safety.
Section 2 All resident student vehicle
registration must be completed
by or within the rst week of each
semester. If a vehicle is obtained
later in the school year, registration
is required within 48 hours of
bringing the vehicle to campus.
Section 3 Parking permits (decals) are
registered for each scholastic/
academic semester, unless there
is a change in housing assignment
or the student transfers in during
any part of the semester. Any
previously assigned decal should be
removed from students’ vehicles.
Section 4 When a student changes residence
status or housing assignment,
he or she has one week to re-
register this information with the
Department of Public Safety. Old
parking decals must be turned in
to the Department of Public Safety
to receive the new decal when hous-
ing assignment changes from inner
campus to an apartment. A $50 fee
may be assessed to the student’s
account if this is not completed.
Section 5 It is the responsibility of the
registered operator of a vehicle
to notify the Department of
Public Safety of any vehicle sale
or registration change regarding
his or her vehicle. The registered
operator will continue to be billed
and to be responsible for all
tickets issued to that vehicle if this
information is not provided.
Section 6 A University parking permit must
be adhered and displayed in the
lower right inside corner of the
back window (on the passenger
side) with decal number clearly
visible and readable. If the back
window is tinted, the parking decal
should be adhered and displayed
in the lower right, inside corner of
the front window (on the passenger
side) with decal number clearly vis-
ible and readable.
Section 7 A parking permit on motorcycles
must be displayed on the right cor-
ner of the license plate. (Mopeds,
motorized scooters and mini-
bikes are not permitted on inner
campus.)
Section 8 A $10 fee will be assessed to a stu-
dent’s account if the Department of
Public Safety is required to obtain
state vehicle registration informa-
tion to identify the responsible
vehicle owner or operator of any
vehicle on University property.
T
he Campus Vehicle Code is
designated to assist all persons
who operate a vehicle on the
campus of Olivet Nazarene University.
It is the responsibility of each
individual to understand the contents
of the vehicle code. The following
registration, parking and traffic
rules and regulations are designed
to facilitate vehicle movement and
parking, and to provide for the safety
of all persons using the campus. The
Department of Public Safety has been
assigned to enforce the following
rules and regulations on the campus
of Olivet Nazarene University. These
rules and regulations apply to all
University faculty, staff, students
and visitors at all times during the
calendar year.
Campus Vehicle Code
ARTICLE I Bicycle Registration
and Regulations
Section 1 Bicycles must be registered with
the Department of Public Safety
within the rst week of a semester.
If a bicycle is obtained later in the
school year, registration is required
within 48 hours. Registration
will provide for the bicycle serial
number to be placed on le in case
of theft. A bicycle decal will be
assigned to the registered bicycle.
There is no registration fee.
Section 2 Bicycle decals are non-expiring and
are transferable with the proper
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PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
37
Section 9 A 30-day temporary parking
permit can be obtained through the
Department of Public Safety. The
permit is free. The license plate
number is required in order to
acquire the permit.
Section 10 Visitor parking permits are issued
through the Department of Public
Safety and can be obtained at the
Ludwig Information Desk. Any
overnight visitor on campus must
have a visitor’s parking permit.
There is no cost for a visitor’s
permit. Students are responsible
for obtaining parking permits for
their visitors.
Section 11 There is no substitute or transfer of
parking permits or visitor permits.
Section 12 The registered operator is respon-
sible for his or her vehicle and for
all tickets received by that vehicle.
ARTICLE III Parking Regulations
Section 1 All vehicles must be parked in accor-
dance with the campus vehicle code,
campus parking map, painted lines
and posted signs. Spaces are desig-
nated for inner campus residents,
apartment male and female resi-
dents, commuters, visitors, faculty/
sta and persons with disabilities.
Section 2 Parking lots are coded by parking
designation.
■ Faculty/Sta: Gold placard
■ Inner Campus Resident
Students: Decal marked
with “R”
■ Commuters: Decal marked
with “C”
■ Resident Assistants:
Decal marked with “RA”
■ Apartment Resident - Male:
Decal marked with “AM”
■ Apartment Resident -
Female: Decal marked
with “AF”
Section 3 Each individual with a vehicle on
campus is required to obtain a park-
ing decal. Vehicles must be parked
in the designated lot. Vehicles
parking outside the designated lot
or on the inner campus can receive
a ticket and/or be towed. Towing
charges will be charged to the
responsible student’s account.
■ Gold: Designated faculty/
sta parking, areas of Weber,
Larsen, Reed, and Tripp. Miller
Business Center lot reserved for
gold placard with purple Miller
placard.
■ “R” — Inner Campus
Resident Students: Areas not
designated for faculty/sta in
the North and Weber lots, and
Ward Field lot.
■ “C” — Commuter: Designated
areas (back) of College Church
lot, Chapel East and West lots.
Lot hours are 5 a.m.–1 a.m.
Overnight parking prohibited.
■ “RA” — Resident Assistant:
Chapel East lot. Overnight
parking for RA only in this lot.
■ “AM” — Apartments
Resident - Male: Includes
Oaks, Stratford, Stadium, UP
and Grand. Designated area
Chapel East and West lots.
Overnight “overow” parking
permitted only in the last row of
the College Church, Chapel East
and West lots.
■ “AF” — Apartments
Resident - Female: Includes
Oaks, Stratford, Stadium, UP,
Howe and Grand. Designated
area Chapel East and West lots.
Overnight “overow” parking
permitted only in the last row of
the College Church, Chapel East
and West lots.
■ Purple & Gold Athletic
Placard: Designated, assigned
Athletic area.
Section 4 All “C,” “AM,” “AF” and Gold plac-
ard lots are for day use only (5 a.m.–
5 p.m.); however, any decal may
park in these lots from 5 p.m.–
1 a.m. All “C,” “AM,” “AF” and Gold
placard lots close at 1 a.m. Any vehi-
cle left in a “C,” “AM,” “AF” or Gold
placard lot overnight, without prior
approval from the Department of
Public Safety, will be ticketed and/
or towed. Responsible party will be
charged for towing.
Section 5 University Place, Grand 215–
443, and Olde Oak and Oak Run
Apartment parking lots are for resi-
dent students only. Apartment ten-
ants must use the parking provided
and are not permitted to park in the
street adjacent to the apartment.
Driveways are re lanes. Parking is
not permitted in any driveway.
Section 6 Parking spaces designated as
faculty/staff, reserved, assigned,
handicapped and visitor parking
are enforced 24 hours a day, seven
days a week, all year, including
holidays and breaks, unless
otherwise announced by the
Department of Public Safety. These
parking spaces are not authorized
for student parking.
Section 7 Resident Director and Resident
Assistant parking spaces are desig-
nated by posted signs. These spaces
are enforced 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. Vehicles parked in a
Resident Director’s or Resident
Assistant’s space will receive a ticket
and/or be towed.
Campus Vehicle Code, continued
continued >
PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
Vehicle Registration
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Section 8 “Authorized Vehicles Only” areas are
enforced 24 hours a day, seven days
a week. These areas are reserved
for Public Safety Officers and for
service vehicles that are used by
department employees. Vehicles
parked in these areas will receive a
ticket and/or be towed. Responsible
party will be charged for towing.
These areas are the inner campus,
the front of Burke Administration
Building, the loading docks of
Ludwig and Miller, the Miller West
reserved lot, and circle drive in front
of Larsen Fine Arts Center.
Section 9 All vehicles must be parked in
clearly marked parking spaces
between two painted lines. Failure
to do so constitutes illegal parking,
which could result in a ticket and/
or towing. Responsible party will be
charged for towing.
Section 10 All gates and bollards closing the
inner-campus streets are for safety.
Any vehicle parked at these bollards
will be subject to a ticket and/or
immediate towing. Responsible
party will be charged for towing.
The driveway approaches to these
entrances are fire lanes, and any
vehicle parked in these fire lanes
will be subject to a ticket and/or
immediate towing. Responsible
party will be charged for towing.
Section 11 Maternity BVM Church parking
is private property. The College
Church secretary’s lot on the
north side of College Church, the
street between College Church and
Centennial Chapel, the Circle Drive
on the west side, the front row on
the south side, and the northeast
business section are not autho-
rized parking areas. The BVM lot is
restricted to faculty/sta gold plac-
ard permit parking only. Parking in
the row closest to BVM Church, and
the rst three spaces by the church,
along Kelley Street, is not permit-
ted. All BVM Church parking is
subject to closing for church events.
Student parking is prohibited in the
following locations with enforce-
ment authority granted to Public
Safety: College Church, Maternity
BVM Church, People’s Bank,
Clancy-Gernon Funeral Home, 201
Park Place and street parking near
buildings (University Ave., Olde
Oak, Oak Run, Grand, Bresee, etc.
— see Article III, Section 5).
ARTICLE IV Trac Violations
Section 1 All vehicles operated on campus
must be in compliance with the
Illinois Vehicle Code and the Olivet
Nazarene University Campus
Vehicle Code.
Section 2 The driver of a vehicle is required to
possess a valid driver’s license.
Section 3 A student’s Tiger Card and a driver’s
license must be shown upon request
of a Public Safety Ocer.
Section 4 All vehicles must be operated in
compliance with posted signs.
Section 5 The campus speed limit is 15 m.p.h.
Section 6 No vehicle is allowed to travel the
wrong way down a one-way street.
A driver who does so will be subject
to a trac ticket for reckless driving.
Section 7 No vehicle shall enter the inner
campus at any time without prior
approval by the Department of
Public Safety. Drivers of vehicles
will be issued a ticket and/or towed.
Responsible party will be charged
for towing. The inner campus is
open at the beginning and end of
each semester and at other times as
determined by the Oce of Student
Development.
Section 8 Drivers must yield the right-of-way
to a pedestrian who is crossing the
roadway.
Section 9 No driver approaching a vehicle that
is yielding to a pedestrian may pass
that vehicle.
Section 10 Motorized vehicles, excluding ADA
vehicles, cannot be driven on the
sidewalks or grassy areas of the
campus.
Section 11 Any person driving a vehicle
recklessly and in disregard for the
safety of persons or property will
be subject to a $25 ne and may be
required to meet with the Director
of Public Safety.
Section 12 All drivers are required to adhere
to the instructions of Public
Safety Officers when they are
directing trac. Failure to follow
the instructions of a Public Safety
Ocer or adhere to the instructions
of traffic signs, parking signs or
deployed cones or barricades will
result in a ne for reckless driving
and/or a meeting with the Director
of Public Safety.
Section 13 Anyone driving under the inuence
of alcohol will be referred to the
Oce of Student Development. The
University will cooperate fully with
local law enforcement authorities
regarding an active investigation.
Section 14 Any person driving in landscaped
areas will be issued a ticket and
charged with the cost of repair to
the area(s). The vehicle may also be
towed. The responsible party will be
charged for towing. The matter will
be referred to the Oce of Student
Development.
Campus Vehicle Code, continued
continued >
PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
Parking Regulations
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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continued >
Section 15 Drivers must obey posted signs and
temporary signs and cannot drive/
park in barricaded areas. Vehicles
found in violation are subject to
being ticketed and/or towed. The
responsible party will be charged
for towing.
ARTICLE V Towing Vehicles
Section 1 Any vehicle parked in a fire lane
may be towed immediately at the
owner’s expense.
Section 2 Olivet Nazarene University assumes
no responsibility for damage
sustained to a vehicle that is being
towed.
ARTICLE VI Fines
Section 1 Parking tickets are issued by a
Public Safety Ocer. A written or
verbal warning may be issued at
his or her discretion. Tickets may
be issued without prior warning.
Section 2 Automatic Tickets (no warnings):
A. Parking in a handicapped space
without permit ($100)
B. Driving the wrong way on a
one-way street ($50)
C. Parking in a re lane ($100)
D. Driving on inner-campus or
landscaped areas ($50 plus
cost to repair damage)
E. Vehicles parked outside
designated parking areas;
parking in a lot designated for
a dierent color than decal
displayed on the vehicle ($50)
Section 3 Vehicle Registration Fines
A. Vehicles brought to campus
must be registered within the
rst week of a semester or
within 48 hours of bringing a
vehicle onto campus, within
a semester.
B. Any person who fails to
register his or her vehicle
with the Department of Public
Safety will be charged a
$50 ne.
C. Any person who fails to
re-register his or her vehicle
within one week of moving on
or o campus will be charged
a $50 late registration fee.
Section 4 Excessive Fines
A. A rst ticket received will be
entered into the student’s
record.
B. Three to ve tickets will be
referred to the Resident
Director or the Oce of
Student Development.
C. A student who receives a
sixth ticket will be required
to appear before the Peer
Judicial Council and will be
eligible for work hours or
suspension, in addition to a
letter to parents.
D. Further tickets after appearing
before a Peer Judicial Council
will be referred to the Dean
for Residential Life and may
involve further suspension,
loss of parking privileges
or dismissal.
E. Ticket totals are cumulative
for the academic year, and do
not reset between the Fall and
Spring semesters.
Section 5 Vehicle code violations and nes will
be reported to the Oce of Student
Development and considered in
housing placement. Any person
in blatant violation of the campus
vehicle code will be subject to more
severe nes and/or the towing of
his or her vehicle at the owner’s
expense. The University retains the
right to suspend/remove parking
privileges.
ARTICLE VII Payment of Fines and
Ticket Processing
Section 1 Trac and parking nes are to be
paid at the cashier’s window in
Miller Business Center.
Section 2 Fines are charged directly to the
student’s individual account.
ARTICLE VIII Ticket Appeal Process
Section 1 For an appeal to be eligible for
consideration, an appeal must be
submitted online and a receipt of
ne payment, as received by Student
Accounts in Miller Business Center,
hand-delivered to the Department
of Public Safety oce.
Section 2 Vehicle violation appeals must be
submitted to the Department of
Public Safety within seven days of
the issue date on the ticket, utilizing
the online appeal form. This form
can be found on the Public Safety
page at My.Olivet.edu.
Section 3 The Director of Public Safety will
oversee the review of all ticket
appeals. Notification of appeal
outcome will be sent by email.
Campus Vehicle Code, continued
PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
Trac Violations
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
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ARTICLE IX Accidents
Section 1 All accidents that occur on the cam-
pus of Olivet Nazarene University
must be reported to the Department
of Public Safety.
Section 2 Any accident involving a University-
owned vehicle must be reported to
the Department of Public Safety.
A report must be filed with the
Bourbonnais Police Department
as well.
ARTICLE X Abandoned or
Disabled Vehicles
Section 1 No major vehicle repairs are allowed
on the University campus without
securing written permission from
the Director of Public Safety.
Inoperable vehicles parked on
campus are subject to towing at
owner’s expense.
Section 2 Any vehicle stored or abandoned
on campus will be towed at owner’s
expense.
Section 3 When a vehicle becomes inoperable,
the Director of Public Safety must
be notied.
Section 4 Vehicles brought on campus by an
individual, group or organization
for display or for an activity must
receive permission from the
Director of Public Safety.
ARTICLE XI Skateboarding,
Scooters and
Rollerblading
Section 1 Skateboarding, rollerblading and
the use of non-motorized scooters
are permitted on campus.
Section 2 It is a violation to jump to or from
or ride on University property (i.e.,
benches, stairs, railings). A $50 ne
will be assessed to those who violate
this policy.
Section 3 Storage and/or operation of motor-
ized scooters are prohibited on
Olivet’s campus.
ARTICLE XII Recreational Vehicles
Section 1 Trailers, boats, motor homes and
campers are not allowed on campus
without prior permission from the
Director of Public Safety.
Section 2 The recreational vehicles listed
in Article XII, Section 1, of the
Campus Vehicle Code are subject
to towing at the owner’s expense if
brought onto the campus without
permission from the Director of
Public Safety.
ARTICLE XIV Summer Storage
Section 1 In order to leave a vehicle on campus
during the summer break, written
approval from the Director of Public
Safety must be secured. Vehicles left
on campus without permission will
be towed at the owner’s expense.
Section 2 When planning to leave a bicycle at
a residence hall over the summer
break, approval must be obtained
from the Resident Director. Bicycles
left in a residence hall without
permission are subject to removal.
Section 3 All vehicles, trailers, etc. that are
left on campus without approval
from the Director of Public Safety
are subject to towing at the owner’s
expense.
ARTICLE XIV Disclaimer
Section 1 Olivet Nazarene University assumes
no responsibility for the damage to
or theft of any vehicle or its contents
while it is on campus.
Section 2 Olivet Nazarene University assumes
no responsibility for damage that
may occur to a vehicle when a Public
Safety Ocer has been requested
to engage in an assistance-related
service: a jump-start, keys locked in
vehicle, etc.
Section 3 Olivet Nazarene University assumes
no responsibility for damage to or
theft of any personal property on
campus. o
Campus Vehicle Code, continued
PUBLIC SAFETY HANDBOOK
1 Welcome
2 Historical Sketch
of ONU
3 Administration
and Student
Services
3 Academic
Calendar
4 Resident Directors
5 Resident Assistants
6 Problem Solvers
6 How To
“Get the Word”
7 Campus Buildings
and Office Hours
8 Office of Student
Engagement
8 Clubs and
Organizations
9 Athletics
10 Recreation
Services
11 Benner Library and
Resource Center
11 Academic
Advising, Support
and Requirements
13 Dykhouse Center
for Academic
Excellence
15 Elwood Center for
Student Success
15 Counseling
Services
16 Health Services
16 Multiethnic
Student Services
16 Student
Employment
17 Student Union
18 Spiritual
Development
19 Campus
Regulations
22 Chapel Policy
23 Dress Policy
24 Substance Abuse
24 Residence Hall/
Apartment Policies
26 Judicial Process
27 Computer User
Code of Conduct
28 University Policies
29 Public Safety
Handbook
36 Vehicle Code
