Torch, Fall 2004

Yugoslavian Classical Guitarist in Concert O n September 21, classical guitarist Petar Jankovic performed at Cedarville University. His concert included Mallorca by Isaac Albéniz, Suite del Recuerdo by José Luis Merlin, and Four Tangos by Astor Piazzolla. A native of Yugoslavia, Jankovic has a degree in classical guitar from the Music Academy in Belgrade and a master’s degree and artist diploma degree from the Indiana University School of Music. A prizewinner at several international guitar competitions, he is the founder of the Franklin College (Indiana) guitar program. He now serves as a faculty member at Indiana University School of Music, University of Indianapolis, and at Franklin College. More information about Jankovic is available at www.petarjankovic.com. Casting Crowns Comes to The ’Ville T he contemporary Christian group Casting Crowns was in concert at Cedarville University on September 24. They may be best known for their self-titled debut album, which was certified gold by the Recording Association of America in June. The album includes the hits If We Are the Body and Who Am I . More information about the group is available at www.castingcrowns.com . University Announces Scholarship Match Opportunity “W e are excited about the opportunity to help make the Cedarville experience even more accessible for up to 500 students in the 2005-2006 year,” Dr. Bill Brown shared as he announced Cedarville’s recent scholarship initiative. In October, generous donors offered $300,000 as a matching fund for University scholarships and challenged Cedarville to use this gift to motivate others to give. They will match, dollar for dollar up to $300,000, any gift or commitment made by June 30, 2005 toward this challenge. Cedarville will distribute all monies to students by August of 2005. “We are concerned about students coming and staying at Cedarville for the duration of their college experience,” Brown continued. “While we are focused on minimizing cost increases and maximizing value, we know that some students need more help to pay for their education. Taking on debt should not be a student’s only outlet, and we intend to offer more options. This matching fund is just the start of what we hope to offer.” The University anticipates that most scholarships from the matching fund will be need-based and will range from $1,500 to $3,000 for the 2005-06 academic year. The Division of Enrollment Management will determine those students most in need. “Last year, as the result of another generous gift, 246 students received additional aid. For most of them, it was the difference in either attending or returning to Cedarville,” said David Ormsbee, former vice president for enrollment management, now leading the matching fund effort as vice president for advancement. “We want to teach living by faith, but I heard firsthand the difference that a few thousand dollars makes for students.” Any who wish to take part in this scholarship match opportunity can visit the University Web site at www.cedarville.edu/financialpartners or call the vice president for advancement at 937-766-7810. 16 TORCH / Fall 2004