2011-2012 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 13 2011–12 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index Financial Management Association (FMA) strives to educate students about financial practices, connect students to professionals in their field, and to provide students with valuable resources in their future workplaces. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is a branch of the IEEE, which exists to promote technical and professional growth among electrical engineering students. Music Educators National Conference (MENC) is the University’s student chapter of MENC for music majors and others involved in pursuing a music teaching program. Society for Technical Communication (STC) promotes the purposes and services of technical communication systems. Society for Women Engineers (SWE) is an educational and service organization that empowers women to succeed and advance in the field of engineering and to be recognized for their life-changing contributions as engineers and leaders. Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) provides its members opportunities to gain broader insight into the engineering profession. Society of Composers Inc. (SCI) seeks to further the cause of the composition and performance of new music in and around the campus community. Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) is an organization for students interested in human resources and labor relations. Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) is an organization that provides students the opportunity to make a difference and develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills through learning, practicing, and teaching the principles of free enterprise. Honor Organizations Alpha Kappa Delta , the local chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, is an English honor organization that recognizes outstanding students in the English program. Alpha Psi Omega is Cedarville’s chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, the national honorary theatre organization, and seeks to promote awareness and appreciation of the theatre arts on campus. Membership is open to all majors and is based on meeting national criteria for dedication to and excellence in stagecraft. Delta Mu Delta is an international honor society in business administration that recognizes junior and senior business majors who maintain excellent scholastic achievement. Epsilon Omega is a local chapter of Phi Alpha Honor Society, the National Social Work Honor Society, committed to promoting a high standard of education for social workers. Omega Mu is the Cedarville University chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society. The goal of this honor society is to promote the scholarly investigation of politics and to assist its members in developing their leadership potential in their sphere of influence. Tau Beta Pi is a Cedarville University Engineering Honor Society, which recognizes junior and senior engineering majors for outstanding scholastic achievement combined with strong Christian character. Tau Delta Kappa provides an opportunity for fellowship and exchange of ideas and supports students involved in the honors program. Campus Community Community Service Organizations CUEMS is an organization of trained students who provide prompt and professional pre-hospital care and transportation to Cedarville students in need. Habitat For Humanity is a student organization committed to demonstrating Christ’s love in truth and deed by working with local housing organizations to provide housing. Cross-Cultural Organizations Amplified exists to educate Cedarville University students about urban ministries and better equip them for future ministry opportunities. German Club is for students who are interested in German language and culture. The club meets weekly for language practice and monthly for meetings, activities, and trips. International Justice Mission promotes awareness on campus of issues of injustice around the globe, particularly those issues addressed by the International Justice Mission based in Washington, D.C. International Student Organization provides opportunities for international students to meet their distinctive needs and plan ways to share their unique contributions. Mu Kappa is a fellowship organization serving missionary kids and international students. The P.E.A.C.E. Project is a service and social organization that seeks to foster and promote a God-centered attitude of multiculturalism for the entire Cedarville family. Rusul Salaam promotes the general awareness of the Islamic religion and a biblically based approach to engaging Muslims through ministry. Societe de Francais promotes the use of the French language and increases the knowledge and appreciation of French culture to advance awareness of missions. Spanish Club provides opportunities to practice language skills and learn about Spanish speaking cultures through extracurricular activities. Women of Vision is a women’s organization that seeks to improve the quality of life for women and children throughout the world by linking students with women in the community and University in mentoring relationships for service. Social/Service Organizations Alpha Chi , a society for men, endeavors to cultivate Christian personality and leadership in its members. Basilean is a men’s organization that seeks to encourage God- honoring responsibility and fellowship through social and service opportunities. Alpha Delta Gamma is a women’s organization devoted to building relationships with women in the surrounding area and helping to meet their needs. Alpha Delta Omega is an organization for women designed to encourage the development of its membership primarily through personal services to students and others. Delta Omega Epsilon is a men’s organization whose projects and activities provide social and service benefits for the University. Delta Pi Sigma is a women’s service organization whose purpose is to seek fulfillment in the lives of its members both spiritually and professionally. The primary focus is to serve the faculty and staff and their families in times of need.