1978-1979 Academic Catalog

.. Adventure in Learning 11 taught by exceptionally well qualified faculty members of the Biblical Education Department, lends itself to preparation for service in the pastorate, missions and other related vocations. While it is recognized that many students will want to go on to seminary and other graduate schools, Cedarville does include in its curriculum a comprehensive Bible program, which includes an emphasis on missions, Christian education, and the pastorate. Pastoral and missionary internships are available. Pre-Medicine and Pre-Dental The science program at the college lends itself very well for preparation for en– trance into medical schools. The recent construction of a new science building plus a well-qualified faculty in the sciences and mathematics enable the student to face the entrance tests with confidence. Students may wish to examine catalogs from professional schools for specific requirements. Pre-law Cedarville's accredited liberal arts program provides excellent preparation for students entering law school. Because the practice of law deals with a broad spec– trum of society most law schools prefer that a student select courses from a num– ber of major areas. Independent Study As a result of the need for college students to develop a high degree of inde– pendence in their ability to choose and investigate problems, a special program in independent study has been organized. The objectives of the program include the provision for students to explore areas not covered in normal course structure, the provision of opportunities for self-motivation, and provision of opportunities for fac– ulty and students to work closely on specialized projects. It is a college objective to encourage student travel to foreign countries. Credit may be earned for such experience under the Independent Study Program. Although the individual students and faculty members are to work together on the development of criteria for successful completion of an independent study pro– ject, the following rules serve as guiding principles in the operation of the program: