2006-2007 Academic Catalog

2006-07 Cedarville University 241 Financial Information Financial Information The William and Jean Meahl Scholarship Fund Granted to a Cedarville High School graduate who pursues an elementary or secondary education degree and maintains a GPA of 3.0 or above. The student is eligible beginning the freshman year and must demonstrate financial need. Mephibosheth Scholarship Endowment Given to students who have a physical impairment that is likely to continue indefinitely. Preference given to those who have an impairment that makes employment during the academic year less likely. Given to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in any academic program. The endowment is provided by the late Peter DeKorete, a successful businessman who himself had a physical disability. Dwight L. Morris and Marguerite J. Morris Scholarship Given to students who are pursuing an academic program in accounting and who demonstrate financial need. Endowment established through the Marguerite J. Morris Trust. The Nashville Baptist Church Scholarship Fund Given to students who demonstrate financial need. First priority is given to residents of Brown County, Indiana. Second priority is given to residents of Baptist Children’s Home in Valparaiso, Indiana. Navajo Bible Church Scholarship Given to a member of the Navajo Bible Church, Fort Defiance, Arizona, who demonstrates financial need. Established to encourage spiritual leadership and development of Navajo young people. The Richard and Mary Olsen Scholarship Given to a student with financial need who has completed two years at Cedarville and has a GPA of 3.0 or above. Rita G. Patterson Nursing Scholarship Awarded to a full-time junior or senior student majoring in nursing. Must have a cumulative grade average of 3.0. This scholarship is provided by Donald and Rita Patterson. The Alvin and June Perry Scholarship Given to a student with financial need who has completed at least one year at Cedarville University and has a GPA of 2.5 or above. Personnel & Process Solutions, Inc. Scholarship Given to students majoring in business management. Must have completed at least one year of study at Cedarville University and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above. Preference is given to students demonstrating financial need. Ralph and Floyd Pfleger Memorial Scholarship The recipient must be a member of the Cedarville University baseball team and demonstrate financial need. Established by Mary Jo Martin in memory of her father, Ralph Pfleger, and her grandfather, Floyd Pfleger. The Pleasant View Baptist Church of Wren, Ohio Endowed Scholarship Fund Given to students from this church. Others may be considered should no students from the church qualify. Dan Poole Broadcasting Award Given to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in broadcasting who are actively involved with the University student radio station. Don and Peg Rickard MK Scholarship Established by the Cedarville University Student Government Association, this scholarship is given to students whose parents are missionaries serving in a foreign country. Recipients must be freshmen and demonstrate financial need. Rife Endowed Scholarship Fund Awarded to students based on demonstrated financial need and donor stipulations. Established by Mrs. Ralph Rife and children. The Jean Scott Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund Given to continuing students with a 2.5 GPA or above intending to be missionaries. Secondary consideration is given to students entering full-time Christian services. Mike & Amy Shane Scholarship Given to members in good standing of Calvary Baptist Church, Bakersfield, California; employees or children of employees of the grantors or their immediate family; or citizens of the People’s Republic of China. James A. Smith Elderly Compassion Memorial Scholarship Given to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in any academic program. Student must demonstrate a passion for serving the elderly community through Christian service of career aspirations. Jane Adams Smith Memorial Scholarship Given to students pursuing an undergraduate degree under the department of Psychology. Recipients must have completed at least one year at Cedarville University. Lucy Smittle Memorial Scholarship Given to sophomore, junior or senior students pursuing an undergraduate degree in finance. Soccer Alumni Fund Given to students who demonstrate talent and ability in soccer. Established by Cedarville University alumni in support of the soccer program and team members. Contact the Athletic Department for more information. James and Lorna Spencer Endowed Scholarship Given to a full-time student with demonstrated financial need. The David W. Stahl Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund Given to a sophomore music major with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Al and Joanna Stevens Scholarship Given to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in any academic program. Recipients must be children of full time employees of Opex Corporation, Moorestown, NJ. Dr. Daniel C. Stevens Memorial Scholarship Awarded to advancing sophomores or juniors majoring in Christian Education. Must be routinely faithful in exhibiting the biblical triad of faith, hope, and love. This award is given by Mrs. Suzanne Stevens in loving memory of her husband and CU faculty member, Dr. Daniel Stevens. Esther Stone Endowed Trust Fund Given to preministerial or ministerial students with moral character, academic potential, and demonstrated financial need. Stuck Memorial Endowed Grant Fund Given to eligible students. Established in memory of Jim Stuck. Student Body Loan and Grant Fund Given to qualified students with financial need. Provided by the student body. Dave Taylor Memorial Scholarship Given to junior or senior students pursuing an undergraduate degree in any academic program. Recipients must also have steadfast plans to enter the foreign mission field. This scholarship is endowed by friends and classmates of Dave Taylor, class of 1964. Tempelhof Organ Scholarship Assists students who are studying the organ. Students must be knowlegeable of the piano keyboard. Possible student use of the scholarship may include music books, lessons, or funding to attend organ workshops. Provided by Mrs. Janet Tempelhof. Theta Rho Epsilon Scholarship Awarded to a student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in any academic program. Students who have a cumulative grade point average closest to 2.75 during the spring term of their junior year and who do not qualify for other forms of merit-based scholarships will be considered for the scholarship. The Cal Thomas Scholarship Fund Given to students who have the intention of and the competencies to influence the media for Christ. Edward J. and Melvina W. Thompson Memorial Scholarship Given to full- time sophomores, juniors, and seniors of any major who demonstrate financial need and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above. The Tindall Scholarship Fund Awarded to students with extreme and urgent financial need. Preference is given to children of full-time missionaries who agree with Cedarville University’s doctrinal statement. Marvin and Janet Troyer Athletic Scholarship Given to members of the women’s volleyball and/or women’s basketball team who demonstrate financial need. Preference given to students pursuing a career in nursing, medicine, or Christian ministry. Established by Drs. Tim and Wendy Troyer in honor of their parents, Marvin and Janet Troyer. Dr. Donald Tyler Scholarship Established by Bethesda Baptist Church, this scholarship is given to students who are enrolled in a Bible program and preparing for ministry in the pastorate. Recipients must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. James & Ruby Wells Scholarship Benefits students who attend the Haxtun Berean Bible Church in Haxtun, Colorado. Recipients shall be full-time and maintain satisfactory academic progress. If there are no recipients meeting these criteria, all other CU students will be considered who have financial need and excel academically. Provided by Mrs. Ruby Wells. Wickerham Memorial Endowed Grant Fund Given to students who demonstrate financial need. Established by the generosity of Ruth Ann (Burns) Wickerham. Stephen J. Wildasin Memorial Scholarship Given to students who are pursuing an academic program in biology and who demonstrate financial need. Established by the family of Stephen J. Wildasin in memory of his life and Christian testimony. Rev. and Mrs. Earl V. Willetts Endowed Grant Fund Given to students in good standing. Provided by the Willetts family. World Missions Scholarship Awarded to students planning to enter full- time missions under the authority of a recognized Christian organization that provides appropriate accountability and support. Primary consideration will be given to students who are planning to enter the foreign mission field immediately following graduation. Secondary consideration may be given to students planning to complete seminary before entering the mission field or to students planning to serve in the domestic mission field. Must possess aptitude to excel in missionary service, evidenced by their ministry experience, spiritual maturity, and academic performance. G. Marvin Wright Memorial Scholarship Given to a full-time student who maintains a GPA of 3.0 or above and is engaged in a student ministry through the Christian Ministries Department. Gladys York Memorial Scholarship Given to students from Calvary Baptist Church in Parkertown, NJ, who are recommended by the pastor. Students must write a paper detailing their spiritual, academic, and long-term goals by July 1 each year. Gladys York Memorial Scholarship for the King’s Christian School Given to graduates of King’s Christian School, New Jersey, with demonstrated financial need. Applicants must submit a paper by July 1 detailing their spiritual, academic, career, and professional goals. Z ehr Family Scholarship Established by Eric Zehr ’87 and Joseph Zehr, this scholarship is given to graduates of Blackhawk Christian School, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Recipients must demonstrate financial need. Academic Awards Dr. and Mrs. Merlin Ager Education Award Given to a senior majoring in education; preference given to those planning to teach overseas. The student must have a GPA of 3.3 or above and have an effective, ongoing ministry to young people. Established by the Department of Education faculty and friends of Dr. and Mrs. Merlin Ager. Alumni Scholarship and Grant Endowment Fund Awards Awarded to outstanding freshmen, sophomores, and juniors by each academic department. Provided by the Alumni Association. Financial Aid