2007-2008 Academic Catalog

2007-08 Cedarville University Introduction Introduction Healthcare and Medical Services Student healthcare is provided by University Medical Services (UMS), a full-service ambulatory care facility that provides health care services similar to a family practice office. UMS is located adjacent to the Doden Field House and contracts with several local physicians and practitioners so that health care services are available to students right on campus. UMS is staffed by expert physicians, nurses, and paramedics that love caring for young adults and are committed to providing quality health care. The services of UMS include physician and nursing appointments, physicals for athletics and ministry participation, academic physicals, laboratory services, prescription dispensary services, allergy clinic services, immunization clinic, and travel immunization services, to name a few. UMS also works closely with area hospitals and specialists to coordinate referrals for students to specialty physicians and for other medical services such as radiology testing. Most services at UMS are free as a benefit of tuition, regardless of whether or not a student has insurance. Examples of free services include over-the-counter medications, equipment loans, and visits to see the nurse due to illness or injuries. There is a $15 charge for physician and nurse practitioner visits and a nominal charge for prescription medications, immunizations, and lab testing. Students will be given a receipt for any fees incurred at UMS, and any charges will be placed on the student’s account. Because UMS is not set up to bill any insurance company, it is recommended that students contact their private insurance company or the student health insurance office for any insurance benefits to which they may be entitled. Phone : 937-766-7862 Fax : 937-766-7865 Web : www.cedarville.edu/ums E-mail : univmed@cedarville.edu Another health care service available to students on campus is Cedarville University Emergency Medical Services (CUEMS), a volunteer EMS ambulance ministry manned by students who are nationally and state certified EMTs and/or paramedics. CUEMS responds primarily to emergencies on campus. Also, CUEMS provides mutual aid to the Cedarville Township and the surrounding community when needed. The students who are involved in the ministry volunteer their medical expertise to the Cedarville University family and strive to demonstrate Christ’s love and compassion to their fellow students in time of need. To learn more about the ministry of CUEMS, visit the following website: www.cedarville.edu/ums . For information about how you can become an EMT, refer to page 17. Housing Residence hall living is an integral part of the educational process at Cedarville. All single students under 23 years of age, except those commuting from the home of their parents or legal guardian, are required to live in University residence halls. Students 25 years of age and older must secure off-campus housing. Approximately 80% of the student body lives on campus in University housing. Men and women are housed in separate residence halls. All offer convenient laundry and lounge areas and house just two students per room. Each room is fully furnished and “phone ready,” permitting students to dial and receive calls directly. Every residence hall room is equipped with a networked computer and printer. Housing assignments are made by the student life office. Upperclassmen who have paid reservation fees are given priority for reserving rooms. New students are assigned rooms after they have been admitted and have submitted their reservation deposits. Complete information concerning residence hall staffing, furnishings, and policies is found in the student handbook at www.cedarville.edu/studenthandbook . A student handbook will be mailed to new students prior to their arrival on campus. Married students may find housing at Cedar Park, a University- owned apartment complex, or in one of many area apartments. New Student Orientation At the start of each semester, new students are provided with opportunities designed to facilitate adjustments to their new surroundings. The program includes orientation for parents. Special interest sessions, question and answer times, small group meetings, and social activities provide opportunities to adjust to a new environment. Placement testing may be required during orientation. Vehicles There are no restrictions on vehicle registration, however, for academic reasons, freshmen are discouraged from bringing a vehicle their first semester. Please understand that parking is limited and upperclassmen are given priority. All vehicles parked on campus must be registered at www.cedarville.edu / campussafety . Chapel Dr. Dixon, Cedarville’s chancellor, has said many times, “The heartbeat of every Christian university is chapel.” Five days a week the Cedarville family and guests meet in the 3,400-seat James T. Jeremiah Chapel. At 10 a.m. the auditorium comes alive as the University family laughs, cries, sings, prays, and worships together. It is a place to connect as a strong family does. Speakers from far and near grace the chapel platform to inspire and challenge. People like Dr. David Jeremiah, Dr. John Piper, Dr. Howard Hendricks, Rev. D.Z. Colfield, Mike Haley, and Carol Kent share personal testimonies or messages from God’s Word. Alumni often mention chapel as one of the things they miss most after graduation. Many return to sit in on one more chapel experience. Student Life Cedarville seeks to maintain a culture that reflects the values of the kingdom of heaven and the spirit of Jesus Christ. The student life program is designed to support this kind of environment and to contribute to each student's growth intellectually, spiritually, socially, and physically. In each of these areas, the University recognizes the relevancy and authority of the Bible and accepts it as the final authority for faith and practice. Core values that shape the culture include love for God, love for neighbors, excellence in effort, and integrity in conduct. Spiritual Emphasis The University desires that each student grow in his or her relationship with Christ. Consequently, students are urged to regularly practice spiritual disciplines including worship, prayer, and Bible study. Daily chapel services provide spiritual encouragement and enrichment. Additionally, all students are required to maintain regular worship at a local church and to engage in other activities that enhance their spiritual formation. Spiritual growth is further encouraged through student prayer groups that meet regularly to pray for special needs. One day a year is set aside as a “Day of Prayer,” a time when the entire University family gathers to pray together. University Services