2010-2011 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 8 2010–11 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index Benefits Students using the network can: • Communicate electronically on campus with professors, friends, and classmates, or with friends and family around the world. • Manage, display, and analyze data using spreadsheet, statistical, and database software. • Search library holdings for personal and class research projects, papers, or presentations, even when the library is closed. • Access their course schedule, college transcript, or business office account. • Learn to use the network through online tutorials and training seminars for commonly used software applications. Technology Advisory Council The Technology Advisory Council consists of corporate leaders and professionals representing a variety of technology-oriented businesses. Annually, these experts advise the University and evaluate its plans for further strengthening Cedarville’s position as a leader in instructional technology. Dr. Eugene Apple, General Electric Ms. Cathy Balas,Avetec Mr. George Chessum, Resurrection Health Care Mr. David Cossey, Union College Mr. Carl Dill,TriCour Partners Mr.Aaron Fessler,Vulcan Motor Club Mr. Greg Frye, Basco Shower Door Mr. Brian Gammon, PNC Financial Services Mr. Michael Gutman, Miller-Valentine Mr. Bowe Hoy, Coeah Interactive Dr. Shawana Johnson-Kerr, Global Marketing Insights Ms.Alice Kaltenmark, LexisNexis, Reed Elsevier Mr. James Kregel, Kregel Publications Mr. Ed Krupka, Burris Information Technology Mr. Fred Laxton, Executive Consultants Mr. Douglas Macrae, 38 Studios Mr.Andrew Mininger,The Madison Park Company Mr. Robert Murphy, J.W. Pepper and Son, Inc. Mr. Jim Napier, Meggitt Training Systems Mr.William Pardi, Microsoft Corporation Mr. Jonathan Price, CBC Companies Mr. David Sherry, Brown University Mr.Al Stevens, Opex Corporation Mr.Al Stutz,Avetec Mr. Craig Terrell,Vanguard Solutions Mr. Scott Whitten, Staples Dr. Michael Zastrocky,The Chronicle of Higher Education University Student Services The University recognizes the importance of providing our students with a high level of support and provides a full range of student services including career services, counseling, and a strong orientation program for new students. Career Services The career services office seeks to facilitate the development of each individual’s knowledge base, networking ability, and lifelong career navigational skills. Career services provides materials for job-search techniques, resumé writing, interviewing, and gaining admission to graduate school. Interest inventory tests and a computer-assisted career development program are available to help students in determining majors and occupations. The career services homepage ( www.cedarville.edu/career ) links to the very latest in network- based job search programs, guides to major employers, and directories for graduate schools. Career Link Days are held each year to provide an opportunity for prospective employers to meet with students. Potential employers also visit the University for individual on-campus recruiting days. Registered students are placed in a job-match database that enables students and employers to connect for employment needs. Students may browse job openings and upload a resumé for employer review. This is a service they may continue using as alumni. Career Services Advisory Board The Career Services Advisory Board consists of professionals from non-profit and for-profit sectors, other college career offices, and graduate school programs. The board meets bi-annually to advise and evaluate Cedarville’s plans for further strengthening the career and ministry placement services. Jeffrey A. Carter,The University of Dayton, OH Dawn Fotopulos, DF Consulting, NYC Jim Leightenheimer, Cedarville University, OH Salvatore LoDico, HR Consultant, PA Larry Mealy,Taylor University, IN Marcella Sampson, Central State University, OH Jennifer Sheehan, Rocking Horse Center, OH Myron L.Youngman,The Kaifa Group, Inc., China Counseling Services The counseling services office provides a place where students can find understanding, encouragement, and counsel as they deal with personal, interpersonal, and spiritual concerns. Staffed by licensed professional counselors, this service offers individual, 50-minute counseling sessions that work around each student’s class schedule. Support groups that address specific topics of concern are available throughout the academic year. This service, for which students pay no additional charge, is offered by appointment. In the case of a crisis, the service is provided as needed. Additional resources for counsel and guidance include the vice president for Christian ministries, faculty members, and staff members. Counseling services also offers referrals to both local and national mental health professionals. Faculty advisors are particularly prepared to assist students in program and course selection. Location : SSC 163 Phone : 937-766-7855 Web : www.cedarville.edu/counseling E-mail : counsel@cedarville.edu