Shipherd's Record

The University of Olivet’s award-winning alumni magazine, named in memory of “Father” John J. Shipherd, who established The University of Olivet in 1844.

Winter 2026

The University of Olivet has always been a community that believes growth happens best when people are truly known. Alumni and students across generations say the relationships they form while at Olivet aren’t just side notes to their education. They are the experiences that shape who they become. The stories in this issue highlight connections between alumni and students at different stages of their journeys. Whether reflecting on decades-long careers or navigating the final steps before graduate school, each story reveals how an Olivet education shapes confidence, character and purpose.

Summer 2025

At The University of Olivet, transformation is at the heart of everything we do. Our graduates leave with more than a degree. They carry forward the confidence, intellectual development, empowerment, strong values and a sense of self that shape successful careers and fulfilling lives. That transformation comes from an education that inspires lasting change in every student. In this issue, you’ll read just a few of these stories—told in the voices of students and alumni across generations. Each one reflects a powerful journey of perseverance, purpose and passion—the very values that have shaped The University of Olivet since 1844.

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