Since 1887
September I987 10, 11 17 18-23 21-25 24 October 1987 15 16 16 16, 17 20 November 1987 2-20 18 25 December 1987 1 9-11 28-31 January 1988 3 4 8 10-15 February 1988 1-19 16-18 March 1988 10-11 12-20 Cedarville College Calendar 1987-88 AUTUMN QUARTER Cedarville Baptist Open President's Faculty & Staff Banquet College Week, New student orientation (final registration for upperclassmen- 21 ,22, registration for freshmen- 23) Fall Bible Conference Instruction begins; Convocation Trustee Meetings Women's Fellowship Meeting President's Associates Meeting Homecoming Career Day Conferences and preregistration for Winter Quarter- upperclassmen 2-16; freshmen - 18-20 Day of Prayer (instruction resumes at I p.m.) Thanksgiving Vacation (begins Wednesday at I p.m.) Instruction resumes (Tuesday at 8 a. m.) Final Examinations lnformissions Conference WINTER QUARTER New Student Orientation and Registration Instruction begins Trustee Meetings Missionary Conference Conferences and preregistration for Spring Quarter Staley Foundation Lectureship Final Examinations Spring Break March 1988 21 21-25 22 24 April 1988 I 5 8 May 1988 6-7 9-27 30 June 1988 1-3 3 4 Junel988 13 14 20-24 July 1988 4 5 14-16 15 July 1988 18 19 August 1988 19 SPRING QUARTER New Student Orientation and Registration Spring Enrichment Conference Instruction begins DayofPrayer(instruction resumes at I p.m.) Easter Vacation (begins Friday at I p.m.) Instruction resumes Trustee Meeting Honors Day, Cedar Day, Parents' Weekend Conferences and registration for Fall Quarter and Summer Sessions Memorial Day (classes meet , offices closed) Final Examinations Women's Fellowship Meeting, Trustee Meeting Ninety-second Annual Commencement (IO a.I"'." \ SUMMER SESSION I New Student Orientation and Registration Instruction begins GARBC National Conference Independence Day (no classes) Instruction resumes Salute to Summer First Session ends SUMMER SESSION II New Student Orientation and Registration Instruction begins Second Session ends
"I chose Cedarville because I wanted a good education as well as the opportunity to study the Bible. I know from talking to students who have transferred that Cedarville is tougher than many large universities. I believe that's because, as a smaller college, the faculty are much closer to us and can require more of us. My experiences with Christian ministries - going to Africa with the soccer team and visiting the boys at Bethesda Rehabilitation Center - really gave me a burden for reaching the lost. But more than that, I gained confidence in witnessing to others. I'm glad I attended Cedarville and feel ready for what I want to do in life. The leading scorer on the 1986 soccer team, Ric Seidel, a 1987 comprehensive Bible graduate, also used his athletic talents as a member ofthe Missionary Internship Service soccer team to the Ivory Coast. Listed in Who's Who Among "Cedarville really is a 'college family.' When you share the same faith and a common perspective on life, friendships develop a lot faster and they go much deeper. At Cedarville the faculty really take a personal interest in you. They go beyond being the instructors for the quarter. I feel "cared for" by the faculty. Yes, they are demanding. Yet I have appreciated the academic rigor because the quest for excellence is not something they push upon us. Rather, they encourage us to do our best through the way they teach and the way they live. There are so many things that I have appreciated about Cedarville. I think you'll like it, too, as you learn more about it." Senior communications major Jan Johnson has performed both on the stage in college productions and on the screen in the forthcoming film "Test ofFaith." A member ofCedarville' stop-rated intercollegiate forensics team, Jan comes
2 A Word From President Dixon Thank you for considering Cedarville College. We would love for you to join our growing college family and share in the joys and blessings God is bestowing on us. This year we reach a great milestone in the history of Cedarville College: celebrating 100 years in Christian higher education. We have been a Baptist college since 1953; however, our purpose remains the same as when we were founded in 1887: to provide a quality Christian education to young men and women so that they may go on to minister throughout the world for Christ. When Baptist Bible Institute of Cleveland took over the operations of Cedarville in 1953, the trustees desired to build a strong Christian liberal arts program and satisfy the needs of fundamental Christians across the country. As a result of their vision, Cedarville College has become one of the truly excep– tional Christian liberal arts colleges in the nation, committed not only to quality education, but also the local church, evangelism, discipleship, and Christian service. We as Christians have countless opportunities to serve Christ through business, medicine, law, education, the pastorate, public office, counseling, and so many others. At Cedarville we desire to prepare you not only professionally but also spiritually so that you can minister for Christ through these opportunities. Our faculty, staff, and administrators care about you as an individual. Through their concern you will satisfy your desire to grow intellectually, physically, socially, and spiritually. I tlust this Centennial edition of our catalog will give you a glimpse of God's blessing on our past and present. More importantly, I hope you realize that we can help you prepare for your future. This catalog will answer many of your questions and may inspire many more. I invite you to write or call us. And please visit our campus, especially this year, so that we may include you in our Centennial Celebration. At Cedarville, you are important to us!
A Baptist College of Arts and Sciences Celebrating JOO years in Christian higher education The Cedarville College Catalog is published annually by the Admissions Office. While every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the college reserves the right to change, without notice, statements in the catalog concerning policies, fees, curricula, course offer– ings, and other matters.
4 Catalog Contents Centennial Section College Profile The Campus Student Life Activities .. Student Services Athletics .... . Admissions .... . Academic Information Major Fields of Study General Educati'on Requirements Special Programs .... Academic Policies Departments of Instruction Biblical Education Business Administration Communication Arts .. Education . . . . . . . . Health and Physical Education Language and Literature Music ... . Nursing ......... . Psychology . . . . . . .. Science and Mathematics Social Science and History Financial Information ... . Tuition and Fees ..... . Financial Aid Information . Statement of Doctrine and Conduct Faculty ........ . Statistical Information Index ....... . Administration .. Board of Trustees .5 10 11 23 27 27 29 33 39 40 41 46 50 58 66 80 90 100 108 116 128 136 140 150 161 162 165 174 176 184 186 189 189 This catalog has been prepared with one purpose in mind: to help you learn more about Cedarville College. To gain the most from this important publication: *Read through carefully; *Pay particular attention to the caprions; *Consult the index to locate answers to any specific questions you may have; *Use the attached reply card to request an application or to have a catalog sent to a friend! We believe that after learning more about Cedarville, you will agree with the over 1800 students currently attending that the quality, Christian education offered here represents one of the outstanding educational values available today. Enjoy the catalog!
00 011 September 19, 1894, classes began i11 the home of Rev. Httgh MacMi!le11. On that first day, they had already outgrown this.facility, for twice as· many stttde/1/s enrolled as expected. January 26, 1887, was a rather ordinary day for most people in the state of Ohio. But for five men from the Reformed Presby– terian Church, it was the most thrilling day of their lives. They were able to see a dream finally become reality. For almost eight years, they had committed themselves to establishing an academic institution which would train young people from their churches, providing them with a strong education in a spiritual framework. And now on that day, "Cedarville College" was ap– proved for incorporation. Centennial 5 igher on A highlight ofthe first catalog l\'as this artist rmdering ofthe "Nell' college b11i/ding," later k11ow11 as "Old Main," and, prcse11tly, Founders Hall. Not all the difficulties were overcome at that point, for funds were needed to prepare facilities, hire faculty, and attract stu– dents. At first, it seemed that the vision of establishing Cedarville might vanish; for after five years, there was still not enough money to open the College. Then the first of many miracles oc– curred. Cedarville College was given a bequest of $25 ,000, to be used to open the College doors. Soon, other gifts were received, and it was decided that Cedarville College would begin operation in the fall of 1894.
6 Thejlrstfarnlty and graduating class. Six began in the class,.five grad11a1ed, ll'ith three becoming pastors, one a missionary, and the other a teacher. September 19, 1894. Cedarville opened classes for 32 students, each paying $20 for one year of training. The local newspapers re– ported, "As this is nearly double the number they had anticipated, the enterprise can be considered as starting off splendidly." From that first day, Christian character and growth were emphasized, for Dr. David McKinney, the first President, stated, "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 the textbook of the College." The first building, "Old Main," was built. The first class, con– sisting of five students, was graduated. Three entered the pas– torate, one became a missionary, the other a teacher. Year after year, the College attracted a record number of students and soon gained a reputation not only for its Bible teaching, but also for its liberal ai1s program. Many of the teachers in schools in south– western Ohio came from Cedarville. The turbulence of the first fifty years of the 20th century - two world wars, the Great Depression - led to hard times for the Col– lege. Yet the trustees and faculty committed themselves to con– tinuing on for Christ. After World War II, the College purposed to become strong again, but found that it could not stand behind that commitment financially. Finally, in January of 1953, the Board of Trustees faced the most difficult decision in the College's his– tory. Enrollment could not support expenses, and further debt could not be incurred to continue rebuilding. Either the College would close its doors or seek another church group who would be willing to take over the operation. The trustees chose1he latter and began searching. But they could not find such a group. Cedar Day, the oldest tradition of the College, is still observed today, although much differently than in 1923. Heralded as a Spring Homecoming, the weekendfeatured class plays, games, the crowning of the Cedar Day Queen, and the popular maypole exhibition pictured.
..\\ .. The new Baptist Administration announced the acquisition of the College and its name change through this advertisement in the October 1953 issue of THE BAPTIST BULLETIN. Centennial 7 Another miracle was about to occur. The Baptist Bible Institute of Cleveland was outgrowing its facilities and, unless they ex– panded, their growth would be curtailed. James T. Jeremiah, pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Dayton, heard of the plight of Cedarville College and knew of that of Baptist Bible Institute. He informed the trustees of Baptist Bible Institute of Cedarville College. They were interested. Soon, several of the trustees came to Cedarville to view the facilities. Overwhelmed with the poten– tial, they quickly made a proposal to the trustees of Cedarville to assume the operation of the College. April 4, 1953. Cedarville College received a breath ofnew life as its ownership was transfetred to the trustees ofBaptist Bible In– stitute. They gained a facility worth $250,000 by simply agreeing to cover debts totaling $25,000. It was, what they called, a "mira– cle of God's grace." To capitalize on the nature of each institution, the name was changed to "Cedarville Baptist College and Bible Institute." Soon, however, interest in the liberal ruts program increased. Rather than continue both programs, the trustees decided to drop the Bible institute, emphasize a liberal ruts education with a strong core of Bible studies, and retain the name "Cedarville Col– lege." The main campus as it appeared in 1953. The nine acquired college structures includedAlford Auditorium, the Carnegie Library (now the Fine Ans Building), Harriman Hall, Bethel Hall. and the Post Office.
8 James T. Jeremiah, who first envisioned Baptist Bible Institute corning to Cedarville College, was called to be the president. Qualified faculty were added and soon Cedarville College was alive and growing again. In 1959, the enrollment rose to 255 and by 1965 had climbed to 763. Cedarville was attracting students. Now a new problem faced the college: additional facilities to accommodate a growing student body. Dr. Jeremiah rallied the churches of the GARBC to support Cedarville financially. Dormitories were built, a new library was added in 1967, and a new science center was completed in 1972. The academic program of the College continued to develop. In 1975, its quality was recognized by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, and Cedarville became accredited. By 1976, over 1000 students were attending Cedarville. A new chapel was built; more dormitories were added. All the College family marvelled at the blessings of God upon the College. At this point, Dr. Jeremiah felt it best to step down and allow new leadership to take the College to greater heights. In 1978, Paul H. Dixon was called to become the eighth president of Cedarville College. Through his leadership, enrollment rose to 1650 in 1981, requiring constmction of additional dormitories. That summer, the Athletic Center was completed and the gym– nasium was transformed into the dining hall. New faculty were added, bringing the total of part-time and full-time members to nearly 100. A four year nursing program was also introduced. Far JOO years, daily chapel services have been the "heartbeat" ofthe College. The.first chapel service in the James T. Jeremiah Chapel was held on Mav 26, 1976. The students raised the $44,000 needed to pay.fbr the pews. · Two presidents have served the College since 1953: James T. Jeremiah, with 25 years ofservice, and Paul H. Dixon, now in his tenth year.
Centennial 9 Celehrating 100 years in Christian higher education W.R. McCltemey, the second president of the College, served .fi'om 1915 to 1940. Since 1953, tlte College ltas added 24 structures to itsfacilities, including JO dormitories, Patterson Clinic, Science Center, College Center, Athletic Cemer, the library, and Business Administraton Building. Over 1800 students enrolled at the College in 1986, another record enrollment. Cedarville continued to be recognized for its commitment to God's Word and quality education, not only in Bible, but also in business, science, education, computer educa– tion, and nursing. The bachelor of science in nursing program re– ceived National League for Nursing accreditation in March of 1986. Now as Cedarville College celebrates one hundred years in Christian higher education and looks forward to a second century of service, thewordsofDr. W.R. Mcchesney, the second presi– dent of the College, are appropriate: There is a place for Cedarville College in the educa– tional world. It wasfounded to give a sound Christian training to young men and women. To this policy it has steadfastly adhered.... This is the time to renew our zeal and stand our ground, assured that our cause will continue and flourish.
10 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 they 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: 1. To undergird the student in the fundamentals ofthe 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.
Positioned to welcome the more than 10,000 guests who visit the College each year, the attractive entrance to the College commemorates Cedarville's century of service in Christian The Campus 11 higher education. Donated by the Class of 1987, this structure symbolizes the gratitude felt by these graduates and their expectation of many exciting years of service to come.
12 The Setting Cedarville College is located on the north edge of the village of Cedarville, Ohio, a quiet town with a population of approxi– mately 2800. Founded in 1816 at the junction of two state routes, the village and its surrounding area have long maintained a reputation for providing a wholesome environment for learning. This pleasant setting continues today. "Downtown Cedarville" features the historic Cedarville Opera House, two banks, several haircutting establishments, a few restaurants, and the ever-help– ful Cedarville Hardware. Massies Creek contributes a touch of rustic beauty to the area, bisecting the village with its deep limestone gorge and cascading over picturesque falls just west of the village limits. Massies Creek Gorge and the adjacent Williamson Mound Park offer hours of recreation, adventure, and reflection within a mile of the College. Rolling hills and prospering farms border the village and College. Quiet, tree-lined lanes beckon runners, cyclists or students out for a "cruise." Just four miles north of campus lies Clifton, the site of the quaint Clifton Mill, a water-powered grist mill, and the renown Clifton Gorge, whose 75-foot cliffs attract rock climbers and hikers from all over the Midwest. This beautiful area, which extends westward to the John Bryan State Park, has been recognized as one of the most scenic in the Midwest and serves as a popular spot for students to relax. Though located in a rural community, Cedarville College is conveniently situated within easy access to shopping areas in the small cities of Xenia and Springfield. The College lies in the center of a triangle formed by three interstate highways, I-70, I-75, and I-71, and thus enjoys quick access to Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati, three of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation.
The Campus 13 Foundei·s Hall Constructed in 1895 as the first building of the College, "Old Main," has served as the focal point of campus activity for over ninety years. Formerly called "the Administration Building," this historic facility was renamed "Founders Hall" on the Centennial Charter Day, January 26, 1987, to recognize the five men who pooled their vision, energy, and wealth to bring about the birth of Cedarville College. Today this stately structure serves as Cedarville's administra– tive and academic headquarters with offices for the president, academic vice president, vice president for development, vice president for business, and their staffs on the first floor. The second floor contains several general classrooms and offices for the department of nursing. Faculty offices for the departments of Biblical education, nursing, and language and literature are located on the third floor. The lower level of this building houses the copy center, personnel, budget, and annual giving offices. Milner Hall Offering one of the largest selections of Christian books and materials in the Midwest, the Cedarville College Bookstore makes its home in Milner Hall, a building named for the late George Milner, an influential trustee of the College. With everything from sweatshirts to textbooks to greeting cards, the bookstore endeavors to provide students with the materials necessary to enjoy a successful college experience.
14 Chapel Completed in 1976, this 1800-seat auditorium bears the name of James T. Jeremiah, the president who saw the College grow from 100 to 1200 students during his twenty-five years of service between 1953 and 1978. Its decor, blue and gold, mirrors the colors of the College and its cornerstone, with Revelation 1:9 inscribed, bears its motto: "For the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ." A rare, three-console Allen digital organ, the only one of its kind in Southwestern Ohio, fills the chapel with music through more than fifty speakers stategically located throughout the auditorium. A IO-foot Baldwin concert grand piano complements the organ. By its location at the center of the campus, the James T. Jeremiah Chapel demonstrates the centrality of the daily chapel program in the life of the Cedarville College family. Coordinated by the president of the College, chapel services feature out– standing Christian speakers from all over the world and many walks of life. The president himself speaks most Monday mornings. The Student Government Association coordinates Friday morning sessions. Designed to encourage, edify, and challenge, chapel services, though required, are popular among the members of the college family, reflecting the quality of the speakers and relevance of the topics they address. The chapel also serves as the site for church services of the Cedarville Baptist Fellowship on Sunday mornings, Sunday evenings, and Wednesday evenings. Directed by the student– selected Advisory Seven, these well-attended services provide an alternative for students who choose not to go off-campus to attend one of the churches in the area. Though the vice president for Christian ministries oversees the Fellowship and frequently speaks in the services, students often preach and teach in the Fellowship, sharing pertinent insights and gaining valuable experience. Located in the offices outside the chapel auditorium, the Christian ministries department provides opportunities for practical application of knowledge gained in the chapel and classroom. Directed by the vice president for Christian ministries and coordinated by seven full-time staff members, this depart– ment offers one of the largest ministry programs of any Christian college in the country. Students volunteer for any one of eighty-eight different ministries. Their impact is extensive: gospel teams minister in over 400 churches each year, compas– sion teams reach out locally through nearly sixty social ministries, and Missionary Internship Service teams share the gospel on every continent in the world.
Williams Hall Providing classrooms and offices, Williams Hall serves as the home of the academic departments of education and psychology as well as the location of the academic records, alumni, planned giving, public relations and student services offices. Named for the late Arthur Williams, popular faculty member and chairman of the Bible department, the second floor features laboratories and computers used in psychology experiments in addition to a study lounge. The Campus 15 Communications Building One of the most frequently visited buildings on campus, the Communications Building houses the post office and WCDR, the College's radio station. Students receive federal as well as campus mail in their assigned post office boxes. Bulletin boards in this building enable students to learn of opportunities for rides home, upcoming events, and items for sale. WCDR transmits at 90.33 mhz with 30,000 watts of power for 126 hours weekly, providing Bible teaching and sacred-music programming for Dayton, Springfield, and the Miami Valley. Through FM translators WCDR-FM also serves the Richmond, Indiana, (89.5 mhz), Chillicothe, (91.7 mhz), Portsmouth, (88.3 mhz), and Wheelersburg, (98. l mhz), Ohio, listening areas. A listener-supported broadcast ministry of the College, the station endeavors to assist local churches in their ministries to Christian homes and to be an evangelistic witness for Christ. Part-time employment opportunities are available to qualified students.
16 College Center Providing dining facilities, classrooms, offices, and the computer center, the College Center serves as a focus for student activity on campus. Dining facilities include the cafeteria, a spacious area which serves 21 "all-you-can-eat" meals a week to the more than 1500 students who live on campus, and the President's Dining Room, a small, formal dining room. This unique room, reputed to one of the finest of its kind in the state and used extensively by the president, may also be reserved by students who wish to enjoy a formal dining occasion. Computer Center Located on the north side of the College Center and at the heart of the academic section of campus, the academic computer center is designed to serve the entire academic community. Students and faculty are encouraged to use the center for research, writing, and coursework. To promote easy access and extensive use, the center remains open from 8 AM to 11 PM Monday through Saturday. Student lab assistants offer help to users during most of this time. The resources of the computer center include two laboratories, one for minicomputer use and the other for microcomputer use. The minicomputer area contains a Digital Equipment Corporation VAX 111750 with 6 megabytes of main memory and 570 megabytes of disk storage. Eighteen terminals enable users to utilize a variety of software, including compilers (BASIC, FORTRAN, and COBOL), a statistical package (MINITAB), and computer-assisted instruction packages on a variety of subjects. The microcomputer area features fifteen IBM and ten Apple personal computers which share access to one of five printers. Microcomputer software includes MULTIMATE word processing, Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheets, and dBase II data base systems. Offices for the departments of admissions and financial aid, and the academic department of language and literature, are located on the first floor of this building.
Library The new 66,000 square feet, two-floor library, the cornerstone of the College's 1987 Centennial celebration, brings together in one structure the latest technologies for higher learning. Located on a prominent site within the academic cluster of buildings, this facility provides study areas for nearly 900 students and the necessary information storage and retrieval support functions necessary for continued quality academic program development. Designed to house a collection of up to a quarter of a million volumes, the library also contains a faculty development center, the archives of the College, a variety of seminar and group The Campus 17 study rooms, and the media resource center which includes a media production center, a video studio, a rare, SONY language/learning laboratory, (one of 22 in the country), media– supported classrooms, and the curriculum materials center. The library presently houses over l l 0,000 volumes and provides over 900 current periodicals. Through an on-line computer network, OCLC, Inc., the library has access to over twenty-five million additional books and other library materials in over 6,000 libraries in all fifty states, Canada, and several foreign countries.
18 Science Center The Science Center demonstrates the College's firm commit– ment to providing top-quality Christian education in the sciences, featuring one of the largest reflecting telescopes in the state of Ohio. In addition to containing offices for science department faculty, this facility contains several general classrooms. The nineteen laboratories found in this building contain a vast array of scientific equipment utilized by science, mathematics, and preengineering students to develop their knowledge and skills. A nuclear magnetic resonator, atomic absorption spectrometer, liquid scintillation counter, and gas chromatographs complement the standard analytical equipment utilized by science students. Microcomputers and a VAX minicomputer terminal also assist in the scientific study and instruction conducted by the department. Business Administration Building (not pictured due to construction during Catalog production) Opened in the fall of 1987 and featuring the latest in instruc– tional technology, the Business Building contains general classrooms, the career planning and placement center, and offices and classrooms for the department of business adminis– tration. Designed like a corporate center and fully-computer supported, this facility is designed to prepare Cedarville students for competent service in the world of business.
Patterson Clinic Conveniently located in the center of campus, Patterson Clinic provides total health care including education to insure that the students may avoid preventable illnesses and, by a proper lifestyle, enjoy a fulfilling, healthy experience at the College. A medical consultant, and several full and part-time nurses provide health care. The Rock Located in the academic section of the campus, the rock is a great way to send an anonymous message or to make a bold statement. This huge mass of Cedarville limestone mysteriously changes colors and messages, often more than once before the day dawns! 19
20 Athletic Center Constructed in 1981, the spacious Athletic Center is one of the largest athletic facilties found at any independent college in the Midwest. Providing year-round recreation and training, this sports center features five full-length basketball courts, a one– tenth mile indoor track, three volleyball courts, two tennis courts, badminton courts, a batting cage, three racquetball courts, a weight room, wrestling room, and training room. It seats nearly 3,000 fans for basketball games and is large enough for indoor track meets complete with running, long jump, high jump, pole vault, and shot put events. Spacious locker facilities provide ample locations for respective team and student locker rooms. Heritage Square, the Student Center, is located on the second floor of the Athletic Center. Providing a comfortable "living room" atmosphere in which students may relax, socialize, and be entertained, this spacious area, decorated with memorabilia from the early days of the College, reminds students of Cedarville's rich heritage. Comfortable seating, a large-screen television, pool tables, table-tennis tables, group meeting areas, and the Gavelyte Deli provide resources that can enhance any casual time. This area also serves as the home of Campus Activities, the department which oversees student organizations and coordinates the concerts and activities on campus. Given the location and Christian orientation of the College, campus– based activities play an important role in college-life at Cedarville and lead to some of the greatest memories of the collegiate experience.
Dormitories Approximately eighty-five percent of the student body lives on campus in college housing. The College views dormitory life as offering the potential for the development of lasting relation– ships, important learning, and rich memories. More than half of the thirteen residence halls are less than ten years old. All dormitiories offer convenient laundry, storage, and lounge areas; most house just two students per room. Each room is equipped with a phone, permitting students to dial and receive calls directly. Lawlor Hall Conveniently located near the Athletic Center, this relatively new complex serves as home for nearly 300 men. Arranged in suites which include four bedrooms, a double bathroom, and a small lounge, this residence also offers a large lounge and game area where men may relax or study. The Campus 21 Collins Hall Collins Hall houses the counseling center and academic departments of communication arts and social sciences and history. Renovated in 1987, this building bears the name of the Andrew Collins family, long-time supporters of the College.
22 Alford Auditorium Having served the College for over eighty years, this historic edifice bears the name of the Alford family, who donated the building to the College in 1902. With theatre seats and an extended stage, this 400-seat auditorium currently serves as the site of college theatrical productions. Fine Arts Building Located two blocks south of the main campus, this stately structure donated by Andrew Carnegie serves as the home of the department of music. Large rehearsal rooms and faculty offices comprise the first floor. Wenger soundproof modules fill the lower level, providing practicing facilities for music students.
Even in the early 1920' s, relieffrom studies was a necessity, whether it was "clowning around" at the College entrance or crowding into a car and heading lo a basketball game to cheer on the team.
24 Student Life The college program is designed to contribute to the develop– ment of the intellectual, spiritual, social, and physical maturity of students. Student life involves each of these areas and is consid– ered an integral part of the college learning experience. Cedarville College's commitment to the Bible as the final authority for faith and practice extends into every area of student life and leads to a conservative pattern of conduct. A variety of educational, social, cultural, recreational, and Christian service opportunities are available to Cedarville College students. Such out-of-class activities contribute to personal de– velopment and enrichment and also provide outlets from the demands and pressures of academic life. A full range of student services, including campus activities, career planning, counsel– ing, placement, financial aid, health, and housing, exist to assist students in the life-long process of personal development. Standards of Conduct Standards and regulations are necessary for the achievement of institutional goals and for successful community living. The stan– dards of conduct maintained by the Cedarville College family have been carefully selected and are sensitively implemented to contribute to the personal development of each student. As part of the application process and before registering for classes, students sign a statement signifying their willingness to adhere to the standards of conduct and regulations of the college. These standards apply to student conduct while at home or in other off-campus situations. Student regulations and standards of conduct are described in detail in the Cedarville College Student Handbook. Students are to abstain from participation in dancing, the use of playing cards, attendance at movie theatres, and membership in secret societies. In addition, students are not to attend or visit con– certs, social events, business establishments, or other activities where the primary focus of the event or activity is in violation of college policy. Students are expected to exercise discretion re– garding their choices of music. Profane, obscene, suggestive, or sacrilegious language and pornographic, obscene material of any kind are not appropriate for Christians in any setting. Students who do not cooperate in maintaining the standards of conduct of Cedarville College may be dismissed. Students found guilty of stealing and other acts of dishonesty, gambling, immor– ality, and the use of alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and narcotic drugs for other than medicinal reasons, are subject to immediate dismissal. Such dismissal may be without benefit of refund. Freshmen with grade point averages of 2.50 or higher may bring motor vehicles to the College after their first quarter. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors must maintain a 2.00 cumula– tive grade average to retain the privilege of having a motor vehicle at the College. Upperclassmen assist freshmen during the "Gelling Started" segment ()f new student orientation each fall. New Student Orientation Immediately prior to the beginning of each quarter new stu– dents participate in an orientation program designed to facilitate adjustments to their new surroundings and provide an opportunity for course selection and program planning with the assistance of an assigned faculty advisor. The fall program includes an orienta– tion program for parents. During this period several appraisal in– struments are administered to new students. The Fall Bible Con– ference is also an important part of the first week of activity. Required fall orientation programs for freshmen may extend into the first quarter.
Devotions Students are urged to set aside a definite period each day for pri– vate devotions. Regular attendance at student prayer meetings aids the student in maintaining a healthy spiritual life. All students are required to attend church services regularly. Opportunities for worship include the Cedarville Baptist Fellowship which meets in the college Chapel as well as numerous fundamental churches within easy driving distance of the college. In addition to private devotions and weekly residence hall prayer meetings, student prayer groups meet at various times each week to pray for missions. Several days are designated each year as days of prayer. Student Life 25 Chapel The students and faculty meet together each day for worship and fellowship in a chapel service. Every student is required to attend. Faculty members, visiting pastors, educators, evangelists, missionaries, and other professionals serve as speak– ers for these programs. Praise, prayer, worship, and practical Christian work are stressed. The Fall Bible Conference, the Staley Distinguished Christian Scholar Lecture Program, the Missionary Conference, and the Spring Enrichment Week are week-long features of the chapel program. The 1800 seat James T. Jeremiah Chapel is the site o,fdaily chapel services which feature ollfstanding Christian speakers from around the world and many vocations.
26 Christian Ministries Every student is encouraged to participate in some area of Christian ministry for at least two of the four years of the college program. It is the belief of the college administration and faculty that this experience provides a vital means of achieving the stated objectives of the college. There are opportunities for experience and service in local church ministries such as youth meetings, music, junior churches, nurseries, Sunday school teaching, and preaching. Opportunities for service also occur in homes for orphans, homes for senior citizens, penal institutions, rescue missions, Bible clubs, and schools for mentally handicapped children. Many stu– dents are challenged by a campus visitation program which pro– vides opportunities for them to share their faith in Christ with their academic peers on other college campuses. During the school year, students travel with gospel teams, serving local churches throughout the Midwest. During the spring vacation, in addition to gospel teams, special teams work throughout the country in open-air evangelism, local church ministries, and church plant– ing. Gospel teams also travel during the summer. The director of Christian ministries is responsible for the as– signment of students who register for Christian service work. He coordinates Sunday services on campus, prayer meetings, travel– ing teams, and all outreach ministries, and is available for pastoral counseling. Records are kept of all Christian service activities and a permanent file is maintained for each student. Missionary Internship Service MIS provides unique opportunities for students to experience missions first-hand. Each year, particularly in the summer, nearly 100 students share the gospel around the globe through team and individual ministries. This involvement in missions aids mis– sionaries in their work and helps students discern God's direction in their own lives concerning career missionary service. Participants are expected to raise their own financial and prayer support and report on their ministries. Some students choose to earn academic credit for the experience. Details of the program are available from the Christian ministries office. The Junior Swordbearers Conference allows Cedarville students to invest in the lives ofover 500 junior-age youth each spring.
Student Services Housing Student Services personnel believe that residence hall living is an integral part of the educational process. An appropriate resi– dence hall environment contributes to academic achievement, an understanding of oneself, and development of interpersonal skills and appropriate attitudes toward others. Consequently, all single students under twenty-five years of age are required to live in col– lege residence halls or approved housing, except those commut– ing from the home of their parents or legal guardian. Housing assignments are made by the Student Services Office. Upperclassmen who have paid reservation fees are given priority for reserving rooms. New students are assigned rooms after they have been admitted and have submitted their reservation deposits. Complete information concerning residence hall staffing, fur– nishings, and policies is found in the Student Handbook which is sent to new students prior to their arrival on campus. A current listing of housing for married students is available in the Student Services Office. Over eighty percent ofthe student body lives in college housing. Student Life 27 Campus Activities The Campus Activities Office is responsible for providing a program of cultural, social, educational, and recreational ac– tivities that is consistent with college educational and spiritual ob– jectives and, therefore, contributes to the personal development of college community members. An artist series provides con– certs, cultural programs, and musical specialists. Other activities include a variety of learning experiences and social events such as banquets, talent nights, all-school parties, interest trips, retreats, and many other activities that appeal to college-age youth. A full range of recreational and intramural sports for both men and women completes the integrative approach of Campus Activities. Student Organizations Advisory 7 is an elected group of young men who serve the Student body Fellowship in spiritual leadership. Alpha Chi, a society for men, has the aim of cultivating Christian per– sonality and leadership. Alpha Delta Omega is an organization for women designed to en– courage the development of its membership primarily through personal services to students and others. Alpha Mu Chi is a society for engaged girls which provides fellow– ship, instruction in homemaking, and ideas for weddings. American Society for Personnel Administration consists of stu– dents interested in personnel administration or the human resources field of study. Cedars editorial staff is made up of students who publish the campus semi-monthly newspaper. Cedarville College Republican Club is an organization dedicated to the development of Christian leaders in the political arena. Cedarville Elementary Education Club provides fellowship and seeks to stimulate professional interests and to encourage professional growth among prospective teachers. . . Chi Sigma Iota is our student chapter of Collegiate Secretanes Inter– national. The purpose of the chapter is to engender interest in the secreta– rial field and to encourage continuing education. Chi Theta Pi provides advice and relevant experiences for students in– terested in the health-science professions. Earth Stewardship Organization is for students interested in pro– moting civil service, enjoyment, and stewardship of God's creation. Emergency Medical Service. is for trained student.s wh? pr?vide prompt and professional pre-hospital care and transportat10n pnmanly to Cedarville students.
28 Fellowship for Wodd Missions sponsors an annual missionary con– ference. Members also meet regularly to pray and to discuss missions. Gamma Chi, a society for women, seeks to cultivate Christian per– sonality and leadership, and to develop poise and ease at both formal and informal events. Gamma Zeta Theta, a society for women, focuses upon service to the college and community while promoting spiritual development, leader– ship, and social interaction among its members. Iota Chi promotes awareness of various cultures through information, service, and programs. Kappa Epsilon Alpha provides insights into the world of business and promotes free enterprise through its Students In Free Enterprise pro– gram. ILiternti seeks to foster a greater student appreciation of literature and promotes related cultural events. Mauied Student Fellowship is a group of married students organized for the purpose of spiritual and social development through family fel– lowship. MENC is our student chapter of Music Educators National Confer– ence for music majors and others involved in pursuing a music teaching program. Miracle staff is a group of students responsible for the publication of the yearbook. PEMM Club is a professional organization for majors and minors in fields of health, physical education, and recreation. Pi Delta is a volunteer, honorary, coeducational student group whose purpose is to host campus visitors. Pi Sigma Nu is a campus men's group that seeks to aid in the develop– ment of the whole man through service projects and social activities. Prelaw Society is devoted to gathering and distributing information relative to a law career. Guest speakers address areas of personal exper– tise and student interests. Psi Chi consists of students interested in psychology and behavioral sciences. Student Government Association is the elected representative assembly of the student body. Swordbearers is a voluntary student organization devoted to assisting local churches in the ministry to youth, visitation, and conducting area canvasses. Varnity "C"Club is composed of individuals who have earned varsity letters in intercollegiate sports. Village Players seeks to contribute to the development of the drama program by encouraging excellence and by presenting and portraying the good qualities in the field of drama. Drama Each quarter, under the direction of a faculty member of the Department of Communication Arts, students present major theatrical productions. In recent years, the department has pro– duced Wi Iiiam Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew," Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie," and the Lerner and Loew musical, "My Fair Lady." Open to students of all academic disci– plines, these experiences offer personality and theatrical develop– ment to participants and cultural enrichment to the entire college family. Students may earn academic credit in the Communication Arts Department for dramatic participation. Oscar Wilde's "The Importance ofBeing Earnest" was presented by the Village Players during Spring Quarter, 1987.
The College's Symphonic Band was one offive groups chosen from a field of nearly thirty app/ica11ts to pe1jorm in Chicago at the C!DA national conference in 1986. Musical Ensembles Students with musical talents may develop and utilize their abilities in any one of a number of musical ensembles. Instrumen– talists may participate in the Yellow Jacket Pep Band, Symphonic Band, Brass Choir or Chamber Orchestra. Vocalists may choose to sing with the Men's Chorus, Oratorio Chorus, Fellowship Choir or Concert Chorale. Several small ensembles coordinated by the Christian Ministries Department also invite participation. Auditions for new students typically occur during College Week. Student Publications Students maintain primary responsibility for the publication of the college yearbook, The Miracle, and the college newspaper, Cedars. A faculty-student committee provides direction and advice. Students interested in staff positions may apply to the editors. Student Govemment Association The Student Government Association (SGA) is the representa– tive assembly of the student body. SGA includes officers elected annually by the student body, two representatives from each class, residence hall representatives, and a faculty advisor. The purpose of SGA is to assist in providing a well-rounded program of extra-curricular activities which will develop the physical, Student Life 29 mental, social, cultural, and spiritual life of the students; to pro– mote loyalty to the school and to the fundamental, Biblically-in– spired stand and principles for which Cedarville College was created; to help establish and maintain an efficient and harmoni– ous school atmosphere; and to recommend to the proper au– thorities or to take action deemed necessary for the welfare of the student as an individual or for the student body as a whole. Elec– tion to SGA provides an opportunity to exercise democratic leadership in student affairs. SGA is responsible for such fund-raising projects as the Stu– dent Body Project and the Student Missionary Project. SGA also coordinates chapel services each Friday. Intercollegiate Athletics Cedarville College maintains intercollegiate athletic competi– tion for men in basketball, baseball, cross-country, indoor and outdoor track, tennis, golf, soccer, and wrestling. Cedarville is a member of the Mid-Ohio Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and the National Christian College Athletic Association. Tom Fite, NA/A and NCCAA All-American, captained the 1985 men's soccer team to finish second in the nation in the NCCAA.
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