1987-1988 Academic Catalog

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.