2008-2009 Academic Catalog

Financial Information Financial Information 2008–09 Cedarville University 269 Financial Aid Cedarville University Memorial Endowment Given to full-time students who demonstrate financial need. CFA Networks Excellence in Technology Scholarship CFA Networks, Springfield, Ohio, established this scholarship to assist junior and senior students pursuing a degree in Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. CFA Networks is a technological services company owned and operated by Todd Roberts ’92, Craig Terrell, ’89, and Kevin Schleinitz ’89. Recipients must demonstrate exceptional integrity, diligence, and innovation in their academic studies. Preference is given to students with financial need. The department of engineering and computer science and the department of business administration recommend qualified students to the director of financial aid by March 15 of each year. The director of financial aid makes the final selection. Christian Education Scholarship Given to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in education. Recipients must desire to teach in Christian elementary or secondary institutions, have a cumulative GPA of 3.3, and demonstrate exceptional ability in the field of teaching. Preference given to students who demonstrate financial need according to criteria established by Cedarville University. The Christian Ministry Scholarship Fund Granted to full-time Bible majors with priority given to students whose parents are not in full-time Christian ministry and who have cystic fibrosis or a learning disability. David H. and Edith W. Clark Scholarship Fund Awarded to students with financial need who have completed one year at Cedarville and have a GPA of 2.5 or above. Students may receive this scholarship for up to three years. Computer Science Missions Scholarship Given to students majoring in computer science who have completed one year at Cedarville. The recipient must have served on a University or Christian organization- sponsored missions trip or internship during the previous summer break. The Criminal Justice Scholarship Awarded to a senior criminal justice major who is involved in Christian service and demonstrates exemplary Christian character and financial need. Minor and Bernice Cross Endowed Scholarship Fund Given to students who demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to members in good standing of Faith Baptist Church, 2220 Western Ave., Matton, Illinois, or missionaries supported by that church. Richard C. Davis Family Scholarship Given to sophomore, junior, or senior students pursuing an undergraduate degree in any academic program who have attended Cedarville University for at least one academic year. Doris Yvonne Dell Memorial Scholarship Established by Bernard Dell in loving memory of his wife, Doris Yvonne Dell, this 4-year scholarship assists first-year students who are preparing for service in Church Music Ministry. The department of music, art, and worship faculty coordinate scholarship auditions and make the final selection. If the student continues to pursue a career in Church Music and maintains satisfactory academic performance, the scholarship will be renewed every year, up to a maximum of four years. Willis F. Early Business Scholarship For training Christian students in business. Given to students majoring in business. Established by Richard Early as an endowment in memory of his father, Willis F. Early. Betty J. Early General Scholarship Awarded to a student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in any academic program except business. This scholarship is provided by Dr. & Mrs. Richard Early. The Nathan and Hazel Elder Scholarship Given to an English or Education major who has completed at least one year at Cedarville University and has a minimum GPA of 3.0. Dr. Charles Ellington Church Music &Worship Scholarship Given to a student majoring in church music ministry. Recipient must have completed at least one year of study at Cedarville University and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above. Preference given to those students who demonstrate financial need. Dr. Warren G. Elliott Scholarship Given to a student with financial need who has completed at least one year at Cedarville and has a GPA of 2.5 or above. Students may receive this scholarship for up to three years. Provided by Dr. Warren G. Elliott. Roger W. Eltzroth Scholarship Established by the estate of Roger Eltzroth, this endowed scholarship assists students who desire to serve in full-time ministry. Recipients must be sophomore, junior, or senior students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree under the department of Biblical Education. Recipients must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above and demonstrate financial need. The director of financial aid selects the students. Fellowship Baptist Church Scholarship Awarded to students majoring in any academic program. Must be members or faithful attendees of Fellowship Baptist Church, Lakeland, FL, and receive a pastoral recommendation for this scholarship. This scholarship is provided by members of the Fellowship Baptist Church, Lakeland, FL. John and Ann Field Scholarship Given to first-year students demonstrating exceptional financial need. Established by John, Ann, and Patrick Field. The First Baptist Church of Findlay, Ohio, Scholarship Fund Given to students from this church. Others will be considered if no qualified students from the church enroll. Future Generations Scholarship Awarded to freshman students who are children or grandchildren of a Cedarville University graduate. Students must demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and a heart for Christian service. Financial need may be a consideration and applications are available through the admissions office. Wilson and Evelyn Galbraith Memorial Fund Established by bequest from the estate of Wilson and Evelyn Galbraith, this grant assists students with significant financial need. The director of financial aid selects the recipients. Lewis P. Gallagher Scholarship Fund Given to students from the state of Maine who have been residents of the state of Maine for five or more years. Preference given to members of Berean Baptist Church, Brunswick, Maine. Provided by the Lewis P. Gallagher Family Foundation. Students must complete an application for this scholarship. S. Margaret Gallagher Scholarship Awarded to qualified nursing majors. Provided by the Lewis P. Gallagher Family Foundation. GAR Foundation Scholarship Fund Awarded to full-time students who demonstrate financial need. GAR Foundation Summit County Scholarship Given to students who reside in Summit County, Ohio. Gershom Scholarship Established by James and Judy Hanna, this scholarship assists children of full-time missionaries. Recipients must have a composite SAT (verbal/math) of 1050 or an average composite ACT of 22, and must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above. Preference is given to families currently serving in the Middle East. The director of financial aid selects the recipients. The Godby Memorial Scholarship Given to full-time students in good standing who are residents of Kentucky. Provided by Mr. Eric Brock in memory of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Godby. William and Rachel Grapentine Scholarship Fund Granted to nursing majors with financial need who have completed at least one year at Cedarville and have a GPA of 3.0 or above. Students pursuing a career in missions will also be considered. Preference is given to Michigan residents. The Gray-Paxson Scholarship Awarded to exceptional junior or senior students preparing to teach in public schools. Renewal is based on continued outstanding performance. The Gugger Scholarship Fund Awarded to students selected by the University Administrative Council. Frank O. Harris Memorial Scholarship Given to children of full-time missionaries who have significant financial need and a GPA of 2.5 or above. The scholarship was estabilshed by Gilbert and Billye Gallagher in loving memory of Billye’s father, Frank O. Harris. Helping-Hand Endowed Fund Given to deserving and needy students. Established by Miss Mabel Irvin Walker. William and Cora Norman Henry Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund Given to full-time students majoring in elementary education who demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students from Clark County, Ohio. Provided by Geraldine Henry. The Heritage Baptist Church Scholarship Given to members of Heritage Baptist Church, Lakeland, Florida, who are recommended by its pastor or pastoral staff. Applicants/recipients must submit a paper by July 1 each year detailing their spiritual goals for the coming year. Must have a GPA of 2.5 or above. Holmes Family Scholarship Preference given to graduates of Dayton Christian High School, Dayton, Ohio, demonstrating financial need. Endowment provided by Richard and Carole Holmes. Bea Holmes Nursing Scholarship Granted to qualified nursing majors in honor of Bea Holmes. Endowment provided by Richard and Carole Holmes. Edward B. Holmes Engineering Scholarship Granted to qualified engineering majors in honor of Edward B. Holmes. Endowment provided by Richard and Carole Holmes. Harold P. “Howdy” House Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund Given to full-time students who intend to be pastors or missionaries, have previous preaching experience, can provide a recommendation from a pastor, and have demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to members of Calvary Baptist Church, then to residents of Guernsey City, Ohio, and then to residents of Coshocton, Ohio.