2000-2001 Academic Catalog

14 Student Life StudentLife The university 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 University'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, recre– ational, and Christian service opportunities is available to Cedarville University 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 activi– ties, intramurals, career services, counseling, financial aid, health, orientation, and housing, exist to assist students in the lifelong process of personal development. Life-style Commitment 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 godly qualities. 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 University's life-style commitment. Faculty, staff, and administrators reaffirm this commitment annually when they sign their contracts. Students affirm their agreement to live by this commitment as a part of the applica– tion process and upon registering for classes. Some of the aspects of this commitment reflect our biblical convictions; others reflect what we call "institutional preferences." Specifically, we agree not to use alcoholic beverages, tobacco, or nonmedical drugs. We also agree not to participate in social dancing or gambling, 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, selfishness, damag– ing criticism, racism, disrespect, unethical conduct, and irreverence. Those who choose to violate the life-style commitment may be dismissed. The violation of some policies such as those relating to stealing, attendance at a bar, night club, etc., immorality, using alcoholic beverages or illegal narcotics can result in immediate dismissal. The life-style commitment and other residence life guidelines are described in detail in the Cedarville University Student Handbook. Career Services The Career Services Office seeks to assist students in determining their God-given skills and interests in preparation to have their lives "read as a living Gospel before men" in ministries or professions. Assessment tools are available to help students translate abilities, values, and aspirations into a plan of action for sound career/ministry decisions. Career Services provides materials for exploring such topics as job search techniques, resume writing, interviewing, and gaining admission to graduate school. Interest inventory 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 very latest in network based job search programs, guides to major employers, and directories for graduate schools. Special events, such as Career Links Days and the Christian School Recruitment Conference, are held each year to provide an opportunity for prospective employers to meet with students. Potential employers also visit the University for individual on-campus recruiting days. Video conferencing now enhances the employer/student interview process, providing access to many employers who can't visit the campus Through the Weh-based resume program, students who register with the office are placed in a job-match data base program that enables Career Services to provide resumes to employers and publish them on the Internet. The office maintains credential files for all education majors and provides registered seniors and alumni with a reference/credential service. Existing employment opportunities are listed in semimonthlyjob bulletins. The Career Services Office endeavors to assist students in solidifying career goals by providing opportunities for professionals to interact with students on interviewing techniques, networking, and general job searching skills. Availability ofcomputerized tools for skills, interests, and values assessment, and skilled personnel to help counsel/ coach students through the various disciplines of the job search, contribute to the established leadership of this office among its peers across the country. Career ServicesAdvisoryBoard The Career Services Advisory board consists of leaders and professionals from nonprofit and for profit sectors, other college career offices, and graduate school programs. Through annual meetings, these placement and hiring experts advise Cedarville University and evaluate its plans for further strengthening the career and ministry placement services offered to Cedarville students and graduates. AnthonyAllen, Southeastern Baptist Seminary Frank Breeden, Gospel Music Association Jeffi·ey A. Carter, The University ofDayton Ingrid Drayer Marinus Hazen, Cedarville University Jim Leightenheimer, Cedarville University Carol Rivetti, Lucent Technologies Marcella Sampson, Central State University Jennifer Sheehan, Opportunities Industrialization Center Dean Suris, The Horace Mann Companies Thad Winston, The State Farm Insurance Companies Myron L. Youngman, The Kaifa Group, Inco1porated