1968-1969 Academic Catalog

6 CEDARVILLE COLLEGE 7. To foster the student's appreciation of and participation rn wholesome avocational and cultural activities. Cedarville includes as one of its primary functions the training of public school and Christian day school teachers. HISTORY Cedarville College has had a rich heritage. It was established by the Re– formed Presbyterian Church and individuals who had a vital interest in the spiritual welfare of young people. The college was chartered by the State of Ohio on January 26, 1887. During the early days, as now, Christian principles and conduct were stressed as indicated by the following quotation from a former president, "Above all, Cedarville College believes that culture of the mind without the nurture and growth of spiritual life is a mistake. Education without morality is a menace to the state. . accordingly the Bible is a textbook of the college." In 195 3 the operation of the college was transferred to the Trustees of Baptist Bible Institute of Cleveland with the goal of enlarging the institute's ministry. The name, Cedarville College, was retained. The college, now an approved school of the General Association of Regular Baptist Churches, con– tinues to perpetuate the original purpose of its founders. Under the direction of Dr. James T. Jeremiah, president since 1954, the college has experienced phenomenal growth. Since 1959 student enrollment has more than tripled in size. Because of this sudden increase in enrollment, Cedarville College has been forced to greatly expand both its faculty and facilities. During this period of dramatic growth in students, faculty, and facilities, the objectives which have symbolized the college and its spirit through the years have been further strengthened. The tower of "Old Main" represents our link with the past, its foundations and traditions; the cedars symbolize life and growth. The Cedarville College family feels that this growth has brought us to the threshold of an even greater ministry as the college moves ahead with new faith and vision.