FINALACADEMIC CALENDAR 1988-1989 September 1988 8,9 22 23-30 26-30 AlITUMN QUARTER Cedarville Baptist Open President's Faculty & Staff Banquet College Week, New Student Orientation Fall Bible Conference 29 Instruction begins: Convocation October 1988 13,14 14 14,15 18 November 1988 7-11 9 23 29 December 1988 14,15,16 January 1989 2 2-6 3 6 February 1989 3 20 23-30 March 1989 15,16 17-26 Trustee Meetings President's Associates Meeting Homecoming Career Day Conferences and preregistration for Winter Quarter Day of Prayer (instruction resumes at I p.m.) Thanksgiving Vacation (begins Wednesday at 1 p.m.) Instruction resumes (Tuesday at 8 a.m.) Final Examinations WINIER QUARTER New Student Orientation and Registration Winter Enrichment Conference Instruction begins Trustee Meetings No classes Teacher Recruitment Conference Conferences and preregistration for Spring Quarter Final Examinations Spring Break March 1989 27 27-31 28 29 April 1989 7 3-14 May 1989 5,6 29 June 1989 1,2 2 3 June 1989 12 13 26-30 July 1989 4 5 SPRING QUARTER New Student Orientation Missionary Conference Instruction begins Day of Prayer (instruction resumes at 1 p.m.) Trustee Meetings Conferences and registration for Fall Quarter and Summer Sessions Honors Day, Cedar Day, Parents' Weekend Memorial Day (classes meet, offices closed) Final Examinations Women's Fellowship Meeting, Trustee Meeting Ninety-third Annual Commencement (10 a.m.) SUMMER SESSION I New Student Orientation and Registration Instruction begins GARBC National Conference Independence Day (no classes) Instruction resumes 14 First Session ends July 1989 17 18 August 1989 18 SUMMER SESSION II New Student Orientation and Registration Instruction begins Second Session ends
"!chose Cedarville because I was impressed with the quality ofthe graduates I had met. I've really bene– fited from the opportunities to gel involved. Foren– sics, the quartet, and student government have chal– lenged me to grow in every way and have 'rounded me out,' so lo speak." A senior political science major from Des Moines, Iowa, Seo// Bea/lie serves as the 1988-89 Student Government President and plans lo pursue a career in law. "I've enjoyed the di\>ersity of ministries Cedan•ille sponsors and the large number ofstudents involved. The different ministries provide a variety of ways to share the gospel and lo develop your own abilities." From Niger, Africa, Nathan Bobbe//, a junior com– munication arts major, has been involved in Beach E1m1gelism, nursing home services, and a work team to Africa. "Cedarville has challenged me to integrate Biblical principles into every area oflife-to 'think Bibli– cally.' The professors have been so he/p.fii/, always ready to talk or encourage. Working with the chil– dren al an area orphanage has motil'ated me lo be faithful and sensitive lo the needs ofothers. I feel that I've learned commitment at Cedarville." Sheri Bauer, a senior English education major from Akron, Ohio, is a member of Pi Delta, a student organization that gives campus tours to guests.
2 Thank you for your interest in Cedarville College! We would be delighted to have you join us to prepare for your life's career and ministry. This year marks the College's one hundred and first year in Chris– tian higher education and another year in which we have enrolled a record number of students. Our growth has been steady in students, faculty, programs, and facilities, such as our recently completed library and the business building. We would love to have you enjoy the benefits of this dynamic learning environment. I believe that you will be particularly impressed with the people who make up Cedarville College. Our faculty, staff, and adminis– trators are here not only to teach and to serve but also to encourage students to grow in Christ. They demonstrate a sincere concern for our students' growth-intellectually, physically, emo– tionally, socially, and spiritually. We recognize that Christians have countless opportunities to serve Christ-through business, medicine, law, education, the pastorate, missions, public office, counseling, and so many others. Consequently, we will strive to challenge you to be both a com– mitted Christian and a competent professional so that you can make a mark on this world for Jesus Christ. This catalog is designed to answer many of the questions you may have concerning Cedarville College. Please read it carefully. I also invite you to visit our campus. By doing so I am convinced that you will gain a clearer understanding of why Cedarville College is such a popular college among committed Christian young people today.
A Baptist College of Arts, Sciences, and Professional Programs Established in I 887 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 offerings, and other matters.
4 "Old Main," now named Founders' Hall, as ii appeared in 1895, the year it was completed.
Cedarville College was established on January 26, 1887, through the vision of five godly men who dreamed of a college that would provide Christian young people with education that was offered within a spiritual framework. Affiliated with the Reformed Presbyterian Church, the College attracted many area students and built its first building, "Old Main," now called "Founders' Hall," in 1895. Year after year, Cedarville attracted a record number of students and soon gained a reputation not only for its Bible teaching, but also for its liberal arts program. The turbulence of the first fifty years of the 20th century led to hard times for the College. Following one final attempt to become strong after the end of WWII, the trustees realized that the enroll– ment could not support expenses. The College would have to find another church group to assume its operation, or close its doors. At that time the trustees of the Baptist Bible Institute of Cleve– land, Ohio, were seeking a campus on which to expand. Hearing of Cedarville College, they visited the campus and were con– vinced that Cedarville was the site that God had for their school. Upon mutual agreement by both trustee boards, ownership of the College was transferred on April 4, 1953. Cedarville College became a Baptist college of arts and sciences. James T. Jeremiah, the pastor who first suggested the Baptist Bible Institute-Cedar– ville College connection, was called to be the president. Soon the College was alive and flourishing. By 1959 the enroll– ment had grown to 255. Faculty, staff, and facilities were added. Six years later the student body had nearly tripled to 763. By the end of Dr. Jeremiah's twenty-five year tenure as president in 1978, the College's enrollment had grown to over 1200 students. Paul Dixon was then called to lead Cedarville College. Through his leadership, the College has continued to flourish in every area. The student body has grown to nearly 1900 students. New facili– ties, including three residence halls, the Athletic Center, and Centennial Library have been constructed. Many new academic and co-curricular programs have also been added. In 1987, Cedar– ville College celebrated its centennial, commemorating one-hun– dred vears in Christian higher education. The future looks bright for Cedarville College as it seeks God's continued blessing and enters its second century of service. 5 Catalog Contents College Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 History ....................................... 5 Purpose ....................................... 7 The Campus ................................... 8 Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Academic Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Major Fields of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 General Education Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Special Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Academic Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Departments of Instruction Biblical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Business Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Communication Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Health and Physical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Language and Literature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Music ...................................... 118 Nursing ..................................... 132 Psychology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Science and Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Social Science and History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Financial Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Tuition and Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Financial Aid Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Statement of Doctrine and Conduct. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Board of Trustees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Statistical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Index ........................................ 188 Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
6 Positioned to welcome the more than 10,000 guests who visit the College each year, this attractive entrance to the College donated by the Class of 1987, commemorates Cedarville's century ofservice in Christian higher education.
COLLEGE PROFILE Cedarville College is a Baptist college of arts and sciences of approximately 1900 students. 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 Christian professors who inte– grate 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, stu– dents choose a major field of concentrated study, related to their abilities, interests, and career goals. Upon completion, students receive the baccalaureate degree. 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 secon– dary 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. The Campus 7 Purpose Since its establishment, the purpose of the college has remained the same: to offer 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 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 of the world of ideas 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.
8 The Campus Historic Clifton Mill, a water-powered grist mill, sits at the entrance ofthe Clifton Gorge, "one ofthe most scenic spots in the Midwest," according to Midwest Magazifle. THE SETTING Cedarville College is located on a 100-acre campus at the north edge of the village of Cedarville, Ohio, a quiet town with a popu– lation of approximately 3000. 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-helpful 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 Col– lege. 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 recog– nized 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, 1-70, I-75, and 171, and thus enjoys quick access to Columbus, Dayton, and Cin– cinnati, three of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation.
Founders Hall (pictured) 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 histmic 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 sec– ond floor contains several general classrooms and offices for the department of nursing. Faculty offices for the departments of Bib– lical 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 endeav– ors to provide students with the materials necessary to enjoy a successful college experience. 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 lifes– tyle, enjoy a fulfilling, healty experience at the College. A medical consultant, and several full and part-time nurses provide health care. The Campus 9
10 The Campus 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 instriced, bears its motto: "For the Word of God and the Testi– mony of Jesus Christ." A rare, three-console Allen digital organ, the only one of its kind in Southwestern Ohio, fills the chapel with music. A 10-foot Baldwin concert grand piano complements the organ. By its location at the center of the campus, the James T. Jer– emiah Chapel demonstrates the centrality of the daily chapel pro– gram in the life of the Cedarville College family. Coordinated by the president of the College, chapel services feature outstanding Christian speakers from all over the world and many walks of life. The president himself speaks most Monday mornings. The Stu– dent Government Association coordinates Friday morning ses– sions. Designed to encourage, edify, and challenge, chapel ser– vices, though required, are popular among the members of the college family, reflecting the quality of the speakers and relevence of the topics they address. The chapel also serves as the site for church services of the Cedarville Baptist Fellowship on Sunday mornings, Sunday eve– nings, and Wednesday evenings. Directed by the student-selected Advisory Seven, these well-attended services provide an alterna– tive 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, shar– ing pertinent insights and gaining valuable experience.
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. 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 Jon Skillman, Program Director at CDR Radio, is a familiar voice in the Miami Valley listening area. The Campus 11 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 pro– gramming for Dayton, Springfield, and the Miami Valley. Through FM translators WCRD-FM also serves the Richmond, Indiana, (89.Smhz), Chillicothe, (98.1 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. Sportscasters Mark Womack and Jim Phipps broadcast every Yellow Jacket men's basketball game.
[12 The Campus College Center Providing dining facilities, classrooms, offices, and the com– puter center, the College Center serves as a focus of student activ– ity 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. Offices for the depaiiments of admissions and financial aid, and the academic department of language and literature, are located on the first floor of this building. Computer Resources 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 Corpora– tion VAX 11/750 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 twenty-five IBM compatible microcomputers which share access to one of five printers. Microcomputer software includes MULTIMATE word process– ing, Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheets, and dBase II data base systems. The Campus 13 Business Administration Building Opened in the fall of 1987 and featuring the latest in instruc– tional technology, the Business Building contains general class– rooms, the career planning and placement center, a microcom– puter center, and offices and classrooms for the department of business administration. Designed like a corporate center and fully-computer supported, this faculty is designed to prepare Cedarville students for competent service in the world of business.
14 The Campus 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 faciltiy 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 thier knowledge and skills. A nuclear magnetic resonator, atomic absorption spectrometer, liq– uid scintillation counter, and gas chomatographs complement the standard analytical equipment utilized by science students. Microcomputers and VAX minicomputer terminal also assist in the scientific study and instruction conducted by the department.
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 neces– sary 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 study rooms, and the The Campus 15 media resource center which includes a media production center, a video studio, a rare, SONY language/learning laboratory, (one of 30 in the country), media-supported classrooms, and the curric– ulum materials center. The library presently houses over 110,000 volumes and pro– vides 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.
16 The Campus Athletic Center Constructed in 1981, the spacious Athletic Center is one of the largest athletic facilities 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 comis, bad– minton courts, a batting cage, three raquetball courts, a weight room, wrestling room, and training room. It seats nealy 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, be entertained, this spacious area, decorated with memabilia from the early days of the College, reminds students ofCedarville'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 depart– ment which oversees student organizations and coordinates the concerts and activities on campus. Given the location and Chris– tian orientation of the College, campus-based activities play an important role in college-life at Cedarville andlead to some of the greatest memories of the collegiate experience.
Collins Hall Collins Hall houses the counseling center and academic depart– ments 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. The Campus 17 Fine Arts Building Located two blocks south of the main campus, this stately structure donated by Andrew Carnegie serves as the home of the deparement of music. Large rehearsal rooms and faculty offices comprise the first floor. Wenger soundproofmodules fill the lower level, providing practicing facilities for music students.
18 Student Life "Dorm life" leads to some ofcollege's richest treasures-great Jim, wiforgel/ab/e memories, and special friends.
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 devel– opment 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, counseling, placement, financial aid, health, and housing, exist to assist stu– dents 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 socities. In addition, students are not to attend or visit concerts, 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 Student Life 19 Friendships develop through meals together in the dining hall. The daily News Brief keeps students all'are o.f current events, both on campus and around the world. regarding 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, immoral– ity, and the use of alcoholic beverages, tobacco, and narcotic dmgs for other than medicinal reasons, are subject to immediate dismissal. Such dismissal may be without benefit of refund. Freshmen with grade point averages of2.50 or higher may bring motor vehicles to the College after their first quarter. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors must maintain a 2.00 cumulative grade aver– age to retain the privilege of having a motor vehicle at the College.
20 Student Life 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. This experience provides a vital means of achieving the stated objectives of the college. Located in the offices outside the chapel auditorium the Chris– tian ministries department provides opportunities f~r practical application of knowledge gained in the chapel and classroom. Directed by the vice president for Christian ministries and coordi– nated by seven full-time staff members, this department 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, compassion teams reach out locally thro1;1gh nearly sixty social ministries, and Missionary Internship Service teams share the gospel on every continent in the world. The vice president for Christian ministries is responsible for the assignment of students who register for Christian service work and is available for pastoral counseling. He and his staff coordi– nate Sunday services and prayer meetings on campus, traveling teams and all outreach ministries. Records are kept of all Chris– tian ministries activities, and a permanent file is maintained for each student. Missionary Internship Service _M~S provides unique opportunities for students to experience m1ss10ns 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 mission– aries 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. Countries in which MIS teams have served include: Australia Germany Spain Br~zil Israel the Ivory Coast Chma Jamaica the Philippines England New Zealand New Student Orientation Immediately prior to the beginning of each quarter new stu– dents participate in an orientation program designed to facilitate a?justments to their new surroundings and provide an opportu– mty for course selection and program planning with the assistance of~n assigned faculty adivsor. The fall program includes an orien– tat10n pr?gram for parents. Special interest sessions, question and answer times, small group meetings, and social activities allow student~ and parents to meet friends while addressing the needs found m the new surroundings. During this period several apprai.sal in~truments are administered to new students. Required fall onentat10n programs for freshmen involving sessions on time management, study skills, and test-taking extend into the first quarter. One of eight gospel teams that travel to churches during the school year, the Mas– ters Puppets specialize in children's ministries, using puppets to share spiritual truths.
Daily chapel services feature outstanding Christian speakers who address rele1•ant topics. Spiritual Emphasis The College, through the educational experience it offers, desires for each student to grow in his or her relationship with Christ. Consequently, students are urged to set aside a definite period each day for private devotions. Daily chapel services pro– vide spiritual encouragement and enrichment. Additionally, all students are required to attend church services regularly. Oppor– tunities for worship include the Cedarville Baptist Fellowship Stude11t Life 21 which meets in the college chapel as well as numerous fundamen– tal churches within easy driving distance of Cedarville. Spiritual growth is further encouraged through student prayer groups which meet regularly to pray for special needs. One day in each of the fall and spring quarters is set aside as a "day of prayer," a time when the entire college family gathers to pray together.
22 Student Life Counseling Services The Counseling Service provides a place where students can find understanding, encouragement, and counsel as they deal with personal, interpersonal, and spiritual concerns. Counselors are available to discuss personal problems, self– appraisal, decision-making, relationships, preparation for mar– riage, spiritual growth, and a variety of other concerns. Support groups are formed as needed. This service, for which students pay no additional charge, is provided by appointment: In the case of a 'crisis, the service is provided as needed. In addition, the vice president for Christian ministries, faculty members, and staff members provide counsel and guidance to students. Faculty advisors are particularly prepared to assist stu– dents in program and course selection. SIG! Plus enables students who are unsure oftheir career choices to /eam more about themselves and career options availabie to them. Dozens of employers, ranging from major corporations to hospitals and Christian schools, visit the campus to recruit Cedarville graduates. Career Planning and Placement The Career Planning and Placement Office seeks to help stu– dents to translate abilities, values, and aspirations into a plan of action for sound career decisions and job placement. Career Planning and Placement services include workshops which explore such topics as self-assessment, job search tech– niques, resume writing, interviewing, and evaluating job offers. Interest inventory tests and a computer-assisted career develop– ment program are available to help students in determining majors and occupations. The office maintains a career library with job search information, company files which make possible researching job opportunities, and graduate school catalogs. Existing employment opportunities are listed in biweekly job bulletins. Two special events, Career Day in October and the Christian School Recruitment Conference in February, are.held each year to provide the opportunity for prospective employers to meet with students. Potential employers also visit the College for individual on-campus recruiting days. The course PYCH-461 Employment Strategies addresses topics relative to the job search. Available to all juniors and seniors during the fall and winter quarters, it offers one quarter hour of credit which may be applied toward graduation. A complete description of the course is listed in the Psychology Department section of the catalog.
Career Selection and Opportunities The College recognizes that most students solidify career goals during the collegiate experience. The Career Planning and Place– ment Office endeavors to assist in this process by maintaining a library of pertinent information concerning career opportunities, providing testing and counsel, and by sponsoring career work– shops in which students are acquainted with the career decision making process. Graduate and professional schools welcome Cedarville College graduates. In addition, countless career opportunities are avail– able to them. Some of the careers pursued by Cedarville graduates are listed below. Department of Instruction Biblical Education Bible Comprehensive Preseminary Bible Business Administration Accounting Business Administration Business Education Computer Information Systems Economics Finance Management Marketing Office Technology Communication Arts Communications Broadcasting Education Elementary Secondary Special Health and Physical Education Athletic Training Coaching Health Physical Education Career Opportunities youth pastor; Bible teacher; camp leader and director; missionary; director of Chritian education; pastor; evangelist; writer; philosopher. accountant; auditor; controller; retail manager; salesman; office manager; banker; sales manager; purchasing man– ager; business teacher; church financial manager marketing research; production manager teacher; minister; director of public rela– tions; personnel manager; station man– ager; journalist; manager; salesman; law– yer; politician; broadcast programmer teacher in elementary school; general (18), music (K-8), physical education (K8), Christian school; teacher in high school and middle school; special music (K-12); physical education; special edu– cation physical education teacher; camp-direc– tor; recreation director; administrator of youth activities and youth organiza– tions; athletic trainer; health teacher, coach Language and Literature English English Education Professional Writing Spanish Music Church Music Music Music Education Nursing Psychology Psychology Behavioral Science Science and Mathematics Biology Chemistry Comprehensive Science Mathematics Physics Preprofessional Social Science and History American Studies Criminal Justice History Political Science Prelaw Social Science Sociology Student Life 23 personnel director; lawyer; teacher; jour– nalist; linguist; editor; copy writer; min– ister; minister of music; music teacher; music therapist; composer; director of music caregiver; teacher; counselor; missiona– ry; researcher; supervisor; manager; health screener in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, heatlh department, doc– tors' offices, industrial medical services, or government counselor in local church, social agen– cies, geriatric centers, rehabilitation cen– ters, correctional institutions, state hos– pitals; teacher of psychology in high school teacher; researcher; laboratory techni– cian; health profession; chiropractor; pharmacist; physician; environmental scientist; computer scientist statistician; business actuary; engineer; mathemati– cian teacher of high school history, social sci– ence, political science; government worker; historical researcher; probation officer; politician; related welfare work– er; children's caseworker researcher; family caseworker; administrator; prep– aration for seminary and graduate study
24 Student Life Housing Residence hall living is considered to be an integral part of the educational process. An appropriate residence hall environment contributes to academic achievement, an understanding of one– self, and development of interpersonal skills and appropriate atti– tudes toward others. Residence hall living also develops lasting friendships and rich memories. Consequently, all single students under twenty-five years of age, except those commuting from the home of their parents or legal guardian, are required to live in college residence halls or approved housing. Approximately eighty-five percent of the student body lives on campus in college housing. Men and women are housed in sepa– rate residence halls. More than half of the thirteen residence halls are less than ten years old. All offer convenient laundry, storage, and lounge areas; most house just two students per room. Each room is fully furnished and equipped with a phone, permitting students to dial and receive calls directly. 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 from the Student Services Office. 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 Conference, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and the National Chris– tian College Athletic Association. Intercollegiate sports for women include basketball, volleyball, softball, cross country, indoor and outdoor track, and tennis. Women athletes compete in the Western Buckeye Collegiate Con– ference, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and All college housing is located within easy walking distance ofthe academic section the National Christian College Athletic Association. of campus.
The winning sofiball Lady Jackets compete in the Western Buckeye Collegiate COl{ference. Student Life 25 Over 2000 fans, inc/11di11g the 90-member Yellow Jacket Pep Band, attend every home basketball game.
26 Student Life Campus Activities The Campus Activities Office provides a program of cultural, social, educational, and recreational activities that is consistent with college educational and spiritual objectives and, therefore, contributes to the personal development of college community members. An artist series provides concerts, cultural programs, and musical specialists. Other activities include a variety oflearn– ing experiences and social events such as banquets, talent nights, all-school parties, interest trips, retreats, topical discussions, and guest speakers. A full range of recreational and intramural sports for both men and women, including flag football, cross country, soccer, volleyball, basketball, racquetball, table tennis, walleyball, softball, badminton, river rafting, skiing, and golf, completes the integrative approach of Campus Activities. Involvement in campus organizations provides additional opporiunities for learning and social interaction. Student organi– zations include: Advisory 7 is an elected group of young men who serve the Student Body Fellow– ship in spiritual leadership. Alpha Chi, a society for men, endeavors to cultivate Christian personality and leadership in its members. Alpha Delta Omega is an organization for women designed to encourage the development of its membership primarily through personal services to students and others. Alpha Psi Omega consists of students interested in psychology and behavioral sciences. American Society for Personal Administration consists of students interested in personnel administration or human resources. Beta Chi provides information and relevant opportunities for students pursuing broadcast related professions. CZ, a campus spirit organization, seeks to promote enthusiasm and pride in college traditions and events. Cedars editorial staff is comprised of students who publish the campus semi– monthy newspaper. Cedarville College Republican Club is an organization dedicated to the develop– ment of Christian leaders in the political arena. Cedarville Elementary Education Club (CEEC) provides fellowship and seeks to stimulate professional interests and to encourage professional growth among future teachers. Chi Sigma Iota, the college's chapter of Collegiate Secretaries International, seeks to engender interest in the secretarial field and to encourage continuing education. Chi Theta Pi provides advice and relevant experiences for students interested in the health-science professions. Earth Stewardship Organization is for students interested in promoting civil service, enjoyment, and stewardship of God's creation. Emergency Medical Service is for trained students who provide prompt and professional pre-hospital care and transportation to Cedarville students in need. Fellowship for World Missions sponsors an annual missionary conference. Mem– bers also meet regularly to pray and to discuss missions. Gamma Chi, a society for women, seeks to cultivate Christian personality and leaderhsip, 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 promonting spiritual development, leadership, and social interac– tion 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 program. Literati seeks to foster a greater student appreciation of literature and promotes related cultural events. Married Student Fellowship is a group of married students organized for the purpose of spiritual and social development through family fellowship. MENC is the college's student chapter of Music Educators National Conference 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 college 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 provide tours for campus visitors. Pi Sigma Nu is a campus men's group that seeks to aid in the development 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 experience and student interests. Officials Club supports the intramural program by seeking to promote personal and professional development among members. 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. Varsity "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 the Department of Com– munication Arts, students present major theatrical productions. In recent years, the department has produced William Shake– speare's "Two Gentlemen of Verona," Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie," and the Lerner and Loew musical "My Fair Lady." Open to students of all academic disciplines, these experi– ences provide theatrical development for participants and cultural enrichment for the entire college family. Students may earn aca– demic credit in the Communication Arts Department for dra– matic participation. The SGA Food Service Com111it1ee plans special meals, generates menu ideas, and provides feedback to Pioneer Caterers to make eating on campus a great experience. Student Life 27 Musical Ensembles Students with musical talents may develop and utilize their abilities in any one ofa 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 contact the editors. Student Government 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, mental, social, cultural, and spiritual life of the students; to promote loy– alty to the school and to the fundamental, Biblically-inspired stand and principles for which Cedarville College was created; to help establish and maintain an efficient and harmonious school atmosphere; and to recommend to the proper authorities or to take action deemed necessary for the welfare of the student as an individual or for the student body as a whole. Election to SGA provides an opportunity to exercise democratic leadership in stu– dent affairs. SGA is responsible for such fund-raising projects as the Student Body Project and the Student Missionary Project. SGA also coor– dinates chapel services each Friday.
28 Admissio11s Cedarville attracts students fi'om all over the United States. Dana Lachmil/er and Trenton Stokes are fi'om Florida and Virginia, respectively. ADMISSIONS Cedarville College invites applications from secondary school graduates who are able to present strong academic records and a clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ. In selecting students, the Admissions Committee admits students for whom graduation is a reasonable expectation and who offer potential to contribute posi– tively to the college community. They carefully consider all factors which demonstrate the applicant's ability to succeed at Cedarville College. Criteria for selection include: 1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a consistent Christian lifestyle. 2. Academic record, recommendations, and rank in class. 3. Test scores from the American College Test (ACT). (Scores from the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) will be accepted. However, scores from the ACT are preferred. Transfer stu– dents and applicants who have been out of high school one year or more are not required to furnish these test scores.) The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, or national origin. Applicants with the best prospects for admission have academic credentials which include a college preparatory secondary school curriculum, a grade average above a C, a rank in the upper half of the class, and a test score on the ACT above the national average. Although the college does not prescribe actual secondary school course requirements, it recommends that students follow a college preparatory curriculum which includes: 4 units of English (grammar, composition, and literature) 3 units of mathematics (algebra and geometry) 3 units of natural science (physical science, biology, and chemistry) 3 units of social studies (history and government) 2 units of a single foreign language Students planning to pursue fields of study in science, mathe– matics, and nursing are encouraged to take as many courses in mathematics and science as possible in their secondary school curricula. High school electives should be chosen to develop interests and skills in related practical fields. Skill in typing is of real value in completing many course assignments and is of particular impor– tance to students who plan to enroll in computer courses in college.
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