2007-2008 Academic Catalog

Financial Information Financial Information 244 Cedarville University 2007-08 character—one who is marked by a quality of excellence and spiritual maturity in all of their endeavors at the University. Recipients must serve in leadership roles within the student body and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to students who have a GPA of 3.0 or above. The Director of Financial Aid and members of the Student Life Division select the annual recipients. 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. Samuel L. Westerman Foundation Scholarship Established by the Samuel L. Westerman Foundation, this endowed scholarship assists junior and senior students who are pursuing careers in nursing or special education and who engage in volunteer work at the University or in the community. Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.2 or above and demonstrate financial need. Residents of Michigan will be shown preference. The Director of Financial Aid selects the recipients. 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 AFCEA Scholarship The Dayton-Wright Chapter of the Armed Forces Communication and Electronics Association (AFCEA) sponsors this scholarship. Recipients must be pursuing studies in electrical engineering, data communications, information technology, computer engineering, hard physical sciences (such as physics, chemistry, mathematics, etc.) and C4I (command, communications, computers, and intelligence.) Selection criteria emphasize academic performance, leadership, and involvement in electrical engineering organizations. Recipients of this award are nominated and selected by department faculty. 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. Alumni Spanish Majors Scholarship Given to a student majoring in Spanish or Multi-Age Spanish Education. Preference is given to students who have been accepted for study-abroad programs in Spanish for a summer term or semester or who are active in outreach ministries. The recipient must be in his/her sophomore, junior, or senior year and must have a GPA of 3.3 or above. The Amstutz Management-Sales Award Granted to a deserving junior majoring in business administration. Provided by Mr. Myron E. Amstutz. The Amstutz Nursing Award This endowed annual award is granted to a deserving junior majoring in nursing and has been provided by Mr. Myron E. Amstutz. This student must demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to a nursing career and be involved in activities that strengthen nursing at Cedarville University. Anderson Family Scholarship Fund Granted to a female student with a foreign language concentration and a 3.0 GPA. Provided by Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Anderson. The Arline Littleton Autio Award Given to a last-semester elementary education senior who intends to pursue a career in public school education. General and Mrs. Clyde Autio endow the award in loving memory of and in gratitude for the life and educational ministry of General Autio’s mother, Arline Littleton Autio. Nathan R. Arnold Accounting Award Given to sophomore or junior accounting majors who have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and demonstrate exceptional Christian character. Established by Robert and Brenda Arnold in honor of their son, Nathan, a 2005 Cedarville graduate. The John W. Bickett Alumni Scholarships Given to juniors and seniors preparing for pastoral or missionary service and planning to continue their education in seminary or language studies. Provided by Heritage Alumni. Shari Boblitt Family Memorial Award Given to a graduating senior who is pursuing a post-graduate degree in Christian counseling. The recipient must have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or above. Established by the family of Shari Boblitt. The Boyd Accounting Award Presented annually to a deserving junior in accounting. The Dolph & Brown Psychology Award Given to two juniors majoring in psychology or applied science. Provided by Dr. and Mrs. Charles Dolph and Mrs. Alcene Brown. The Edmund Burke Award Presented to a junior majoring in social science with a 3.5 GPA. Burris Logistics Computer Science Award Given to students pursuing a degree in computer science who have demonstrated exemplary character in the personal, spiritual, and academic pursuits. Must have a GPA of 3.3, participate in community service and ministry opportunities, and make contributions to the advancement of the computer science program. Established by Burris Information Technology. The David G. Canine Award Given to a graduating senior with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above who is planning to enter the pastorate and has a heart for evangelism. Established in memory of and gratitude for the ministry of David G. Canine. Centennial Library Scholarship Award in Library Science Given to a senior accepted for enrollment or planning to begin a graduate program within two years of graduating from Cedarville University to pursue an advanced degree in library and information science. Charles and Margaret Clevenger Piano Award Established by Dr. Charles Clevenger to honor his parents, Charles E. and Margaret Clevenger, whose love and encouragement have shaped him as an artist and educator. Recipients must be full-time, rising junior or senior students with a minimum GPA of 3.3, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in music with piano as principal instrument. The recipient must also demonstrate exemplary musical stewardship and Christian character. Christian Service and Academic Excellence Award Established by Stephen Brown ‘67, this endowed award assists students who demonstrate faithful Christian service and academic excellence. Recipients must be sophomore, junior, or senior students with a GPA of 3.3 or above. The Vice President for Christian Ministries selects the recipients. Compton/Knight Family Music Scholarship Given to students who demonstrate extraordinary potential to excel as classroom teachers for vocal and/or instrumental music. Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and have completed at least one year of study at the University. Established by Harland P. and Pauline G. Knight. The Creation Research Awards Presented annually to outstanding seniors majoring in biology, chemistry, mathematics, or physics. Daniel Award Given to graduating male seniors who are planning to serve as full-time pastors and are accepted by a conservative evangelical seminary. Recipients must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3. Established by David and Jean Heyd in memorial to their parents Charles and E. LaRue Wilcox and Elmer and Kathryn Heyd. Financial Aid