2013-2014 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

• Student Radio Station – Media and Applied Communications, page 122 • Theatre – Art, Design, and Theatre, page 37 Music Groups Students with musical abilities may utilize their talents in any one of a number of musical groups. Membership in any of these musical groups is determined through auditions, which occur during Getting Started Weekend. Instrumentalists may participate in the Symphonic Band, Brass Choir, University Orchestra, Jazz Band, Flute Choir, Yellow Jacket Pep Band, or various chamber ensembles. Vocalists may sing with the Concert Chorale, Men’s Glee Club, Women’s Choir, Opera Ensemble, Jubilate Ministry Choir, OneVoice Gospel Choir, or one of the many small ensembles directed by the Christian Ministries Division. Intercollegiate Athletics Cedarville University provides intercollegiate competition for men in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, indoor and outdoor track, soccer, and tennis. Intercollegiate sports for women include basketball, cross country, indoor and outdoor track, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball. Cedarville is a member of the NCAA Division II, the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC), and the National Christian College Athletic Association. Students interested in participating on an intercollegiate athletic team should visit the Cedarville University Athletics website ( yellowjackets.cedarville.edu ). Click the team sport you are interested in and fill out a prospective athlete questionnaire. Campus Recreation Campus Recreation provides safe and exciting recreational facilities as well as a wide variety of programs and services to help meet the fitness and recreational needs and interests of our University family. Our outdoor recreational facilities include 20 acres of field space, two sand volleyball courts, and one disc golf course. Our indoor recreational facilities include a 60,000-square- foot field house, three racquetball courts, an exercise studio, a free weight room area, two separate circuit weight training areas, over 50 cardio machines, and a 36-foot indoor rock climbing wall. Our programs include over 20 intramural sports, various outdoor pursuit trips, fitness programming, and special events. For a complete list of recreational activities and additional information, visit cedarville.edu/recreation . Student Life Programs Student Life Programs provides cultural, social, educational, and recreational activities. Programs include Christian concerts with groups like Gungor, Owl City, Switchfoot, Newsboys, and Third Day; musical/talent nights; all-school parties; special interest trips; movies; topical discussions; and guest speakers. Involvement in campus organizations provides additional opportunities for learning and social interaction. Leadership Opportunities Student Life Programs provides opportunities for leadership development. FOCUS Leadership at Cedarville University is designed to enhance the character traits, knowledge base, and skills of developing student leaders. The philosophy of FOCUS assumes that inherent leadership potential varies in individuals based on personality strengths, intellect, and spiritual giftedness, but that all students can increase their leadership ability over time. Opportunities include, but are not limited to, the following: • The Excel Initiative – Workshops for all students who desire enhanced leadership skills. • The Character Forum – Panel discussions, chapel series, and awards develop and recognize strong character. • Mentoring Programs – Veranda Life (women) and MMM (men) connect students with proven leaders for personal reflection and accountability. Organizations Student Government Association (SGA) exists to provide a means by which the student body can express their thoughts and desires to the administration. SGA also orchestrates activities, chapels, organizations, and leadership opportunities for the benefit of the student body. Academic Accounting Society promotes accounting awareness, establishes relationships with professionals in the accounting vocation, provides tutoring for students, and promotes fellowship among accounting students. Alpha Delta Nu is an organization that supports students majoring in criminal justice. Alpha Sigma is devoted to promoting critical thinking through philosophical and theological inquiry into issues central to the Christian worldview and our contemporary culture. Athletic Training Organization promotes educational activities to develop closer contact with those involved in the athletic training/sports medicine profession. Cedarville University Chemistry Club provides opportunities through professional associations and alumni to become better aquainted with the exceptional field of chemical science, to provide a platform for development in preparing and presenting technical material before interested audiences, to promote a spirit of excellence toward chemical learning and practice, and to foster an awareness of the social impact, environmental responsibilities, and challenges of the modern chemist. Cedarville University Pharmacy Class Council supports the class to the best of their ability with any spiritual, professional, or academic issues that arise. Chi Delta Epsilon provides fellowship and seeks to stimulate professional interests and encourage professional growth among future teachers. Chi Theta Pi provides advice and relevant experiences for students interested in the health-science professions. Christian Nurses Association promotes spiritual and professional development for nurses and service for the community. Page 7 2013–14 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Introduction Student Life Programs