Cedarville Magazine, Summer 2017

C r a s h Course e A test drive of the classroom experience (without the final exam) PROGRAM TITLE Physical Activity and the Christian Life COURSE COORDINATOR Evan Hellwig Chair, Department of Kinesiology and Allied Health, Professor of Athletic Training DESCRIPTION Physical Activity and the Christian Life (PACL) explores the role of physical activity in a Christian’s life from a scriptural, physiological, and psycho-social perspective. Emphasis is placed upon developing and continuing active, healthy Christian life practices. BIG IDEA • Teaches why it is important for Christians to be physically active and helps students develop their own plan for biblical stewardship as it relates to caring for their bodies. • Includes weekly writing assignments and labs that give students opportunities to apply concepts and principles discussed in the textbook in practical ways associated with physical activity and stewardship. • Requires students to participate in a variety of aerobic and strengthening activities up to five times a week for a full 12 weeks. To accomplish this, they need access to a safe, appropriate place to exercise, regardless of the weather, such as a fitness center, recreation center, weight room. LEARN MORE: cedarville.edu/alliedhealth “For a long time, I thought I was worth less than other people because I wasn’t physically fit. In PACL, I learned I am loved and my weight doesn’t change the sacrifice God provided to establish a relationship with me. Dr. Hellwig took personal interest in me and my well-being and helped me in my pursuit of physical fitness. As a part of my PACL experience, I collaborated with athletic training and exercise science students to create a personalized workout plan. I’ll forever be thankful, both for this class, and for Dr. Hellwig’s help.” Joshua Southard ’19 Commencement Features Record Class A record-breaking 796 students received their degrees during Cedarville University’s 121st commencement on May 6. The largest graduating class in Cedarville’s history saw 703 undergraduate students and 93 graduate students earn degrees. Graduate students received degrees from five programs: 45 earned their Doctor of Pharmacy, six the Master of Ministry, 14 the Master of Business Administration, 12 the Master of Education, and 16 the Master of Science in Nursing. This year’s commencement marked the end of two particularly incredible Cedarville journeys. Tara Winter started college in 1996. After a series of life- changing events, she attended school one class at a time. After 21 years, three children, and two changes in major, Winter saw the fruit of her hard work: Cedarville’s last degree in sociology and an accomplished dream. Jeremiah Pennington’s journey began after a 2011 earthquake and tsunami devastated Japan, where he served as a responder in the U.S. Navy. Convicted to follow Christ and make an impact on children, Pennington enrolled as a special education major. Through a full load of coursework, full- time job, and full house of four sons, Pennington earned his degree and will serve as an intervention specialist at Fairmont High School in Kettering, CAMPUS NEWS 24 | Cedarville Magazine