Students conFronted Madelyn Murray O'Hare, the inFamous atheist, on a local television show. . '. .~. . -.... ,: ~ ",. In 1973, the College sponsored "Cross Country For Christ," as 30 runners alternated in running from the Pacific to the Atlantic. leaders were sensible enough to realize that the accrediting bureau had uncovered very real weaknesses. Consequently, following North Central's advice, they hired consultant George Arbaugh, who in 1965 began visiting the campus twice each year. With his counsel and the direction of Academic Dean Clifford Johnson, the faculty and administration mobilized for an in-depth self-study which analyzed every aspect of the college. In the process the faculty and administration carefully evaluated the institutional objectives. By 1968 they formalized those objectives as they stand today: The purpose of Cedarville College, a Baptist college of arts and sciences, is to offer its stu– dents an education consistent with Biblical truth. To achieve this purpose the college seeks to accomplish the following objectives: 1. To undergird the student in the fundamen– tals of the Christian faith, and to stimulate him to evaluate knowledge in the light of Scriptural truth. 2. To encourage growth in Christian character in each student, and help the student accept his responsibility in faithful Christian service. 3. To increase the student's awareness of the world of ideas and events which have produced and are influencing our contemporary culture. 4. To offer opportunities for academic special– ization and preparation for graduate study. 5. To assist the student in selecting and prepar– ing for a vocation. 6. To prepare the student to participate con- Chapter XV!/133