2003-2004 Academic Catalog

10 Introduction Student Life Service Organizations Big Bird is a community service organization dedicated to providing assistance to area families and aiding the community with miscellaneous tasks. CUEMS is an organization of trained students who provide prompt and professional prehospital care and transportation to Cedarville students in need. Homes for L.I.F.E. is a student organization committed to demonstrating Christ’s love in truth and deed by working with local housing organizations to eliminate poverty housing. Pi Delta is a volunteer, honorary, coeducational student group whose purpose is to provide tours for campus visitors. Social/Service Organizations 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. Delta Omega Epsilon is a men’s organization whose projects and activities provide social and service benefits for the Univer- sity. Delta Pi Sigma is a women’s service organization whose purpose is to seek fulfillment in the lives of its members both spiritually and professionally. The primary focus is to serve the faculty and staff and their families in times of need. Gamma Chi is a women’s service organization formed for women with a passion for their local church. It helps girls connect with local churches in or near Cedarville believing that committed involvement in local churches during their years at Cedarville will prepare them to serve at churches in their future. Phi Epsilon Beta is a women’s organization promoting spiritual and social growth within its members. Phi Gamma Psi promotes social interaction and enhances spiritual growth among women at the University. Sigma Phi Lambda is a men’s organization that seeks to further the cause of Christ through various activities and service opportunities. The P.E.A.C.E. Project is a service and social organization that seeks to foster and promote a God-centered attitude of multiculturalism for the entire Cedarville family. Theta Rho Epsilon is a men’s organization that seeks to develop character and friendships through social and service opportunities. MusicGroups Students with musical abilities may utilize their talents in any one of a number of musical groups. Membership in any of these musical groups is typically determined through auditions, which occur during “Getting Started" weekend. Instrumentalists may participate in the Symphonic Band, Brass Choir, University Orchestra, Jazz Band, Flute Choir, Yellow Jacket Pep Band, or various chamber ensembles. Vocalists may sing with the Concert Chorale, Men’s Glee Club, Women’s Choir, University Jazz Singers, Jubilaté ministry choir, Gospel Choir or one of the many small ensembles directed by the Division of Christian Ministries. Intercollegiate Athletics Cedarville University maintains intercollegiate competition for men in baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, indoor and outdoor track, tennis, and soccer. Intercollegiate sports for women include basketball, cross-country, indoor and outdoor track, softball, tennis, volleyball, and soccer. Cedarville is a member of the American Mideast Conference, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and the National Chris- tian College Athletic Association. Students interested in participating on an intercollegiate athletic team should contact the Admissions Office or the respective coaches. A limited amount of athletic financial aid is available for outstanding athletes. CampusActivities The Campus Activities Office provides a program of cultural, social, educational, and recreational activities. Programs include Christian concerts, cultural programs, musical specialists, banquets, talent nights, all-school parties, special interest trips, retreats, topical discussions, and guest speakers. A full range of recreational and intramural sports for both men and women completes the integrative approach of Campus Activities. Involvement in campus organizations provides additional opportunities for learning and social interaction. To learn more about student organizations, visit www.cedarville.edu/dept/cao . LeadershipOpportunities The Campus Activities Office provides opportunities for leadership development. The Leadership Institute at Cedarville University is designed to enhance the character traits, knowl- edge base, and skills of developing student leaders. The philosophy of The Leadership Institute assumes that inherent leadership potential varies in individuals based on personality strengths, intellect, and spiritual giftedness, but that all students can increase their leadership ability over time. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, the following: • The Excel Initiative – Workshops for all students who desire to enhance leadership skills • The Character Forum – Panel discussions, chapel series, and awards to develop and recognize strong character • The Operation Timothy Mentoring Program – Connects students with proven leaders for personal reflection and accountability Recreational Activities The Recreational Activities Program provides a variety of intramural sports (20 sports), outdoor pursuits (skiing, rock climbing, caving, whitewater rafting, etc.), fitness and special events to help meet the fitness and recreational needs and interests of our university family. For a list of activities and additional information, visit the following website: www.cedarville.edu/dept/cao/ra/ra-home.htm . StudentGovernment Association Student Government exists to provide a means by which the student body can express their thoughts and desires to the administration. SGA also orchestrates activities, chapels, organizations and leadership opportunities for the benefit of the student body.