1986-1987 Academic Catalog

8 Cedarville College is a Baptist College of arts and sciences of approximately 1800 students, established in 1887. Since its founding, Cedarville has coupled a balanced liberal arts program with a fundamentalist, theological position in regard to doctrine and patterns of conduct. All classes are taught by dedicated Chris– tian professors who integrate the knowledge of their respective fields with Biblical perspectives. In keeping with the liberal arts concept, the curriculum centers on a basic program of general studies, including Biblical educa– tion, communications, humanities, physical education, science and mathematics, and social science. Following this program, students choose a major field of concentrated study, related to their abilities, interests, and career goals. Upon completion, stu– dents receive the baccalaureate degree. Although Cedarville College represents a concentrated educa– tional experience, we believe it should begin a life-long adventure in learning. Those who wish to be recognized as leaders in their -professions must constantly read and study to keep abreast of new developments in their fields. Christian college graduates should be equally concerned about their life-long spiritual growth, as th,ey will be called on to exercise leadership skills within the local church. Because of this, we believe the money and effort students invest in their education at Cedarville can pay life-long dividends. For 100 years, our purpose has remained the same: to offer students an education consistent with biblical truth. To achieve this purpose the college seeks to accomplish the following objectives: I. To undergird the student in the fundamentals 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 to help the student accept his responsibility in faithful Christian service. 3. To increase the student's awareness ofthe world ofideas and events which are influencing our contemporary culture, and to prepare the student to knowledgeably participate in our society. 4. To enable the student to develop sound critical and analytical reasoning. 5. To provide sufficient opportunities for students to practice the skills of communication. 6. To offer opportunities for academic specialization and prepa– ration for graduate study, and to assist the student in selecting and preparing for a vocation. 7. To foster the student's appreciation of, and participation in, wholesome avocational and cultural activities. Recognition, Certification, and Accreditation 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 of Education for the education and certification of both elementary and secondary teachers. The bachelor of science in nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing. 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 Independent Colleges and Universities, the Association of Christian Schools International, and the Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges.