Torch, Spring 1984

I am excited about Cedarville College! In the last six years we have experienced re– markable growth. During this period our enrollment has increased by over 600 stu– dents . We have added 22 new faculty positions and five majors. Also, seven con– struction projects and three major building renovations have been completed. I am also challenged by the future. We live in a day abundant with technological ad– vancements as well as economic and political uncertainties . Never before have colleges and universities been presented with such opportunity for impact in our country . I believe Cedarville College is positioned in the vanguard of Christian institutions that can help shape our nation's future. HERITAGE We have a rich heritage to draw upon, beginning with the col" lege' s Presbyterian founders who believed it was necessary to " .. .train young men for the Gospel ministry ... ," and to " ... educate young men and women for missionary service at home and abroad, and for the work of laymen . .. ." These godly trustees chose a Christian liberal arts approach to education . Interfaced with the underpinning Word of God, this concept has long characterized what has come to be called the "Excellence Experi– ence" at Cedarville College . MisSION Cedarville College ex~sts today because there is a need for Christian "men and women eqmpped to meet successfully the challenges of family , career, and Christian service. To this end, our mission is to impart to our students a quality education consistent with Biblical truth. DISTINCTIVES Our _country is ~lessed with numerous institut~ons of higher educat10n . As a group , they are a pillar supporting America's present prosperity and are molding the leadership of tomorrow. I believe certain qualities mark Cedarville as distinct among this milieu. 1. The entire administration, faculty, staff, and student body profess faith in Jesus Christ and demonstrate commitment to His service . 2 . The college is committed to the conviction that the Bible is the written revelation of God and the standard of faith, knowledge, and practice . 3. The content of Scripture is interwoven with subject matter, producing a truly Bibli– cally integrated approach to learning . 4. An emphasis on evangelism and discipleship is maintained in obedience to Christ's command to "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations ... " (Matthew 28:19) . 5. In harmony with the spirit of free enterprise, the college operates apart from all local, state, and federal monies for operating and capital purposes. RECORD ENR0 LLMENT ~:~!~\~e~~~v~lei~on~ controlled and responsible manner. Enrollment increased to 1793 students . On many occa– sions I have been asked by educational leaders and the media to explain our record enrollments each year in light of predicted declines among colleges. I believe the answer lies in our provid– ing the kinds of quality programs students need today . Courses are taught from a Biblical per– spective by exceptional faculty , offered at reasonable costs, and marketed aggressively . All of this is combined with daily, dynamic chapel services, Christian and community service, and a major emphasis on evangelism, discipleship , missions, and the local church .