University news
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Nationally recognized scholar to headline Harrison Lecture at UMO
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive will host renowned scholar Dr. Diana Walsh Pasulka as the featured speaker for the annual Vivian B. Harrison Lecture on Wednesday, October 8, in Rodgers Chapel.
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UMO holds spring commencement ceremony
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive celebrated its 71st Spring Commencement on Friday, May 9, honoring the achievements of graduates from across the country and around the globe. The ceremony, held in Kornegay Arena, marked the culmination of years of study, sacrifice, and perseverance for the Class of…
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UMO and UNC Health Wayne partner to advance nursing education in Eastern NC
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive (UMO) and UNC Health Wayne have entered into a new partnership to expand educational and career opportunities for aspiring nurses across Eastern North Carolina.
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Jeff Saturday to speak at UMO spring commencement
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive (UMO) has announced that former NFL star and ESPN analyst Jeff Saturday will serve as the keynote speaker for its 71st commencement ceremony. The event will take place on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 10 a.m.
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From struggles to success: Brittney Gilbert’s journey to becoming an educator
CHINQUAPIN — For University of Mount Olive (UMO) student and Chinquapin resident Brittney Gilbert, the path to higher education has been anything but traditional. As she works toward her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), she hopes to inspire and support children who, like her, face challenges within traditional…
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University of Mount Olive shines at the 2025 NCICU Ethics Bowl
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive (UMO) showcased its commitment to academic excellence and ethical reasoning at the 2025 North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU) Ethics Bowl. Held in early February at the NC Legislative Complex in Raleigh, this year’s theme was “Ethics in Health & Wellness.”
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UMO named Safest College Campus in North Carolina
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive (UMO) has once again earned the distinction of being the Safest College Campus in North Carolina according to Niche’s 2025 Safest College Campuses rankings. This marks the fourth consecutive year that UMO has held the top spot in the state. Additionally, UMO…
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UMO to offer Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
MOUNT OLIVE — The Tillman School of Business Department of Accounting and CIS will officially launch the 2024 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program on Feb. 12, led by Dr. Tanya Smith, CPA, and Assistant Dean of the Tillman School of Business Waylon Woodall, CPA.
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UMO awards prestigious Dr. Thomas R. Morris Award to two outstanding graduates
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive (UMO) celebrated the remarkable achievements of two students by presenting them with the prestigious Dr. Thomas R. Morris Award during its December Commencement. The recipients, Axel Engren and David Matthew Morris, were recognized for their outstanding academic excellence and were each awarded…
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UMO to hold graduation services Dec. 13
MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive will graduate approximately 285 students on Friday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. in George & Annie Dail Kornegay Arena.
