1996-1997 Academic Catalog

Specifically, we agree not to use alcoholic beverages, tobacco, or nonmedical drugs. We also agree not to participate in social dancing or gambling, use unwhole– some 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, selfishness, 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 primaiy focus of the event or activity is in violation ofthe 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. Career Services The Career Services Office seeks to assist students in translating abilities, values, and aspirations into a plan of action for sound career decisions and employment. Career Services provides materials which explore such topics as job search techniques, resume writing, interviewing, and gaining admission to graduate school. Interest invent01y tests and a computer-assisted career development program are available to help students in determining majors and occupations. The office maintains a career library, and a home page on the Internet (http :/ /www.cedarville.edu/dept/cpp/index.htm ) with links to the ve1y latest in network based job search programs, guides to major employers, and directories for graduate schools. The course COLL-400 Employment Strategies ad– dresses topics relative to the job search. Available to all juniors and seniors during the winter and spring quarters, it offers one quarter hour of credit which may be applied toward graduation. A complete description of the course is listed in the Interdisciplinary Studies section of the catalog. Special events, such as Career Links Days organized according to a student's major and the Christian School Recruitment Conference, are held each year to provide the opportunity for prospective employers to meet with students on campus. Potential employers also visit the College for individual on-campus recruiting days. Through the Resume Expe1i program, students who register with the office are placed in a job-match data base program which enables Career Services to provide resumes to employers. The office maintains credential files for all education majors and provides registered seniors and alumni with a reference/credential service. Existing employment opp01iunities are listed in biweekly job bulletins. Career Services provides students with pertinent job opp01iunity information and contact names through the campus-wide computer network system. The College recognizes that most students solidify career goals during the collegiate experience. The Career Services Office endeavors to assist in this process by maintaining a libra1y ofpe1iinent information concerning career opportunities and providing computerized testing and personal career counseling through which students become acquainted with the career decision-making process. 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, prepara– tion for marriage, spiritual growth, and a variety of other concerns. Support groups are fanned 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 staffmembers provide counsel and guidance to students. Faculty advisors are particu– larly prepared to assist students in program and course selection. Representativesfiwn dozens ofsocial service organizations visit the campus each year to recruit Cedarville graduates.