Torch, Fall 1986

CAMPUS NEWS New Library Update Construction of the new $4. 2 million Library is almost 50% completed . The college has received over $2.6 million toward the project. Additional gifts and multi -year commitments are important to complete the financing of the structure which is scheduled for completion in April 1987. Dedication of the new library in October 1987 will coincide with the Centennial Celebration of Cedarville College . Robert Rohm serves Cedarville College as the Director ofPlanned Giving and is ready to help you with personal finances, estate planning, and planned giving. You may contact him by writing to the college or by calling 5131766-2211 ext. 228. Centennial Celebration Make plans now to join us in celebrating l 00 years in Christian higher education at Cedarville College. From January 1987 to October 1987, many activities will take place. We encourage large groups to call our Development Office in advance so that we can adequately accommodate them. Youth groups may make arrangements through our Admissions Office. Schedule of Events January 26 Charter Day Convocation Service Charter Day Concert- Nielson & Young and the premiere of their special work in honor of the Centennial May I ,2 Cedar Weekend • Spring Drama Production "The Importance of Being Earnest" • Saturday festivities • Honors Day • Pops Concert featuring Bill Pearce June 6 91 st Annual Commencement October 16, 17 Centennial Homecoming • "As the Cedar Grows" - a drama production written by Miriam Maddox and David Robey • New Library Dedication • All Alumni Reunion • Special Saturday evening concert Alumni Opportunity The parents of two Cedarville alumni have offered $150,000 to match gifts of alumni to the new Library project. In order to qualify for the match, an alumnus must make a gift to the College for the Library during 1986, or notify the College in 1986 of an intention to give during 1987. Both 1986 gifts and commitments for 1987 giving will be matched on a dollar-for-dollar basis in 1986, up to a total of $150,000 . The College is grateful to these friends, who prefer to remain anonymous, for their devotion to Cedarville's ministries and for their confidence in our alumni. Interested alumni should contact the Alumni Office on campus as soon as possible to participate in this exciting opportunity. Tax Reform and Christian Stewardship Most of the supporters of Christian ministries such as Cedarville College contribute because of their love for Jesus Christ and their belief in the value of the ministries - not because of tax advantages. However, stewardship planning usually involves considering the tax consequences of gifts and can affect both the amount and the timing of gifts. Donors may wish to consult with their attorneys and tax advisors about how the new tax law will treat their giving. Some may benefit by giving gifts in 1986 they had planned to give in 1987. The funding of charitable remainder trusts, lead trusts, gift annuities, or pooled income funds may be particularly attractive in 1986. Giving appreciated properties could be more advantageous this year than next. For assistance and ideas in planning 1986 giving, please contact the Development Office at Cedarville College, 5131766-2211 ext. 240. 15