2014-2015 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies Cedarville University is a “sustaining partner” with Au Sable Institute. Students enrolled at Cedarville University (and who meet prerequisites) may take advantage of courses offered by the Au Sable Institute, including geographic information systems, marine mammals, international development, tropical agriculture, marine biology, wildlife ecology, and missions. Students may choose to attend any of four Au Sable Institute locations: Au Sable Great Lakes (Mancelona, Michigan), Au Sable Pacific Rim (Whidbey Island, Washington), Au Sable Costa Rica (Vara Blanca, Costa Rica), and Au Sable India (Tamil Nadu, South India). Au Sable courses provide academic content, field experience, and practical tools for stewardship of creational resources. The Institute grants vocational certificates for environmental analysts, land resource analysts, water resource analysts, and naturalists. Academically qualified students are awarded the Au Sable Fellowship ($1,400). Institute Grants-in-Aid of at least $500 are also available each year. Honors scholarships of $250–400 are granted to returning students. As a “sustaining partner” Cedarville students are also granted a tuition discount ($400 per course). Interested students should contact Dr. Mark Gathany, Cedarville University’s Au Sable Institute representative. The Cove — Academic Enrichment Center The Academic Enrichment Center, known as The Cove, exists to cultivate academic scholarship among all Cedarville students — whether you’re a B student striving to be an A student, or a C student striving to be a B student. More than simply accurate note taking and successful test taking, scholarship is the spirit of learning. It’s not about having a 4.0 but about students doing their personal best — having goals for their futures, discovering their academic learning styles, and taking advantage of the services. For you to excel in your studies, you need the proper resources. The Cove offers many such resources — including tutoring, academic workshops, stress relievers, one-on-one consultations, and much more. We will connect you with services that will help you discover your academic learning style and create goals for your Cedarville experience. Courses • COLL-0900 Foundations* (to equip and assist students to be successful through their first year of college) • COLL-1010 MAP (managing academic probation) • DEV-0900 Intermediate Algebra* * The credit hours may not be used toward the hours needed for graduation. Services • Disability Services • Tutoring • LASSI (study strategy inventory) • One-on-one consultations • Meetings with learning specialists • Presentations and seminars • Supplemental instruction • Support for exploratory/undeclared majors See cedarville.edu/TheCove for more information on the programs, courses and services. COLL-0900 Foundations is open to all freshmen. However, this one-credit-hour course may be required for some students whose academic backgrounds do not reflect their collegiate potential. This opportunity reflects our desire for each student to establish a strong academic foundation and maintain academic momentum. Admission to the required course is determined by the admissions committee. There is a $150 course fee for Foundations, which is limited to 12 students per class. Credits earned for COLL-0900 Foundations do not count toward the 128 hours required for graduation. Additional Academic Support Each student is assigned to an academic advisor who offers counsel concerning course scheduling. A student who has not declared a major will be assigned to a special advisor equipped to offer assistance in selecting a field of study. Students are encouraged to consult their academic advisor prior to registration, whenever an academic problem is encountered, or when considering any changes in their educational program. A student with low grades in a major or minor field may be advised to select another field of study. Credit by Examination Advanced Placement High school students may receive advanced collegiate standing by participating in the advanced placement program. Up to 40 semester credits may be earned through this program or by other test-out procedures. Hours earned through the advanced placement program do not count as hours in residence toward graduation with honors. Programs • Learning Strategy • Academic Mentoring • ELL (English Language Learners) Page 22 2014–15 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Academic Information Additional Academic Support