1993-1994 Academic Catalog

The college program is designed to contribute to the development of the intellectual, spiritual, social, and physical maturity of students. Student life involves each of these areas and is considered 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, leadership, social, cultural, recreational, and Christian service opportunities are available to Cedarville College students. Such out-of– class activities contribute to personal development 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, orienta– tion, and housing, exist to assist students in the life– long process of personal development. Lifestyle Comnllit1ne11t At Cedarville we believe that the principles found in the Bible should govern what we do. We believe that our behavior is to honor and manifest God and build up the individual and the community. We also recognize that we have a responsibility to maintain a good testimony before unbelievers. Consequently, all members of the college family agree to live according to the college's lifestyle com– mitment. Faculty, staff, and administrators reaffirm this commitment annually when they sign their con– tracts. Students affirm their agreement to live by this commitment as a part of the application process and upon registering for classes. Some of the aspects of this commitment reflect our Biblical convictions; others reflect what we call "institutional preferences." The purpose of this commitment is to aid personal growth, support the College's Christian testimony, and enable us to achieve college objectives. Specifically, we agree not to use alcoholic beverages, tobacco, or nonmedical drugs. We also agree not to participate in social dancing or gambling, attend local movie theatres, use unwholesome media materials, or hold membership in secret societies. We endeavor to dress appropriately and to have sincere respect for the Lord's Day. In all things we seek to serve Christ and avoid personal attitudes of distrust, dishonesty, selfish– ness, damaging criticism, disrespect, unethical conduct, and irreverence. Those who choose to violate the lifestyle commitment may be dismissed. The violation of some policies such as those relating to stealing, visiting businesses such as bars--where the primary focus of the event or activity is in violation of the lifestyle commitment--immorality, using alcoholic beverages or illegal narcotics can result in immediate dismissal. The lifestyle commitment and other residence life guidelines are described in detail in the Cedarville College Student Handbook. College 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 provide spiritual encouragement and enrichment. Additionally, 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 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. "Gathering at the flagpole" on the National Day of Prayer each spring has become an annual tradition.