1985-1986 Academic Catalog

History Cedarville College has a rich heritage. It was established by the Reformed Presbyterian Church and individuals who had a vital in– terest 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 presi– dent. "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 ... accord– ingly, the Bible is the textbook of the college." In 1953 the operation of the college was transferred to the Trus– tees of Baptist Bible Institute of Cleveland with the goal of enlarg– ing the institute's ministry. The name, Cedarville College, was retained. The college, now an approved school of the General As– sociation of Regular Baptist Churches, continues to perpetuate the original purpose of its founders. The school motto, " ... for the Word of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ," reflects this commitment. In 1959 student enrollment began to increase dramatically, and the college was able to expand both faculty and facilities. The six– ties and early seventies saw the college grow to l 000 students and over fifty faculty members. New buildings were added to meet the needs of this growth: additional residence halls, a new library in 1967, and a new science center in 1972. In 1976 as the nation cel– ebrated its bicentennial, the college celebrated the completion of a new 1800-seat chapel, named in honorofJames T. Jeremiah, col– lege president from 1953 to 1978. The fall of 198 l saw even greater growth: a student body of 1650 students, nearly 100 full– and part-time faculty, and the completion of the Athletic Center. The cornerstone of this new gymnasium-student center affirms the commitment of the college to quality Christian education: " ... commit thou to faithful men who shall be able to teach others also." The Cedarville College family feels that this growth has brought us to the threshold of an even greater ministry as the col– lege moves forward with new faith and vision. Cedarville College is an institution of higher learning approved by the General Association of Regular Baptist Churches. The college is a four-year degree granting institution chartered by the State of Ohio and certified by the Ohio Board of Regents. The college is approved by the State Department ofEducation for the education and certification of both elementary and secondary teachers. The college holds membership in the North Central Associa– tion of Colleges and Schools. This recognition signifies that the college is accredited. The college also holds membership in the Ohio College Associ– ation, the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Ohio, the National Association of Colleges and Universities, the Association of Christian Schools International, and the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges.