Social and Behavioral Sciences Commons^™

Cedarville Work-Study Program Among Nation’S Best, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Attending college is expensive; however, for Cedarville University students who participate in the university’s strong work-study program, a college education can be affordable.

According to a recent study by the Student Loan Report, a news site specializing in student loans, Cedarville University is ranked No. 174 among the best work-study program in the country. This ranking places Cedarville fourth in Ohio among private universities (Denison University, Tiffin University, and Oberlin College) and above thousands of colleges that offer the Federal Work-Study Program.

New Wheels For Cedarville Yellow Jackets, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University student-athletes will travel more cost effectively and securely this year after the university purchased two 40-seat busses. The new vehicles arrived in late August and have already been used by athletic teams.

The acquisition took more than a year of planning and budgeting, and marks a significant improvement for Cedarville’s Yellow Jacket athletic teams, which previously used chartered buses for long trips. The switch to owning busses will save the athletic department thousands of dollars.

Coffee Disconnects College Students From Mobile Devices, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University’s Student Life Programs office is working to change the perception that college students are glued to their phones, and it’s using discounted coffee to make it happen. Their new program, Coffee & Community, takes place on Tuesday nights from 7-10 p.m., in Rinnova, the campus coffee shop.

The idea originated five years ago as Brian Burns, director of student life programs (SLP), watched students interact more with technology than with their peers. Burns’ solution, Coffee & Community, is an easy way for students to come to a casual environment and experience true community.

Students Benefit From New "Cedarville Experience", Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University Admissions will open a newly renovated presentation room for prospective students and their families at the end of September. The 60-seat venue will be used to welcome prospective students through staff presentations and a 30-minute video that encapsulates the “Cedarville Experience.”

Fairborn Students Further Learning With Donated Microscopes, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Fairborn City Schools will benefit from 60 microscopes recently donated by Cedarville University’s Department of Science and Mathematics.

Students in kindergarten through 12th grade will use the microscopes for class lab work and discovery. The microscopes allow the students to explore science, gaining practical hands-on experience and supporting their visual learning.

Evangelical Voters Remain Toss-Up For Presidential Election, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

In an election year where both presidential candidates appear to be polarizing leaders, young evangelical voters at Cedarville University remain uncertain on what candidate they will select November 8.

In a random poll of Cedarville University evangelical voters by students in Dr. Glen Duerr’s Qualitative Methods class, students from Midwest states are leaning toward Republican candidate Donald Trump—but not by an amount that one would expect, or see in previous elections.

In the poll that was conducted the week of September 11, 2016, 52 percent of the students who responded listed Trump as the candidate they are likely going to …

“Fairing Well” At Cedarville’S Health Professions Career Fair, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University’s Career Services will hold its annual Health Professions Career Fair on Thursday, Sept. 22, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Stevens Student Center. The fair is designed to help people find jobs in the medical field including nursing, allied health, kinesiology, pre-med, biology, social work and psychology.

Students Saved $184,000 In Book Costs At Cedarville, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

College students – along with their parents – want ways to make college more affordable. One way Cedarville University has worked to save its students money is by implementing a textbook rental program.

In the 2015-16 academic year students who participated in the book program collectively saved $184,000, and over the past five years, students who rented textbooks at Cedarville saved more than $500,000.

It’S Another Record Enrollment For Cedarville University, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University recorded its 10^th consecutive enrollment. The university reported a total enrollment of 3,760 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs. Enrollment last year was 3,711.

The growth is due to a five percent increase of students enrolled in graduate and professional programs, five percent growth in transfer students, and an 85.3 percent retention rate. There are 372 students pursuing graduate degrees in Cedarville University’s six programs, and 3,388 students enrolled in undergraduate programs.

"Start Talking!" Initiative Brings Kasich, Pharmacy Students Together On Campaign To End Drug Abuse, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Three professors and 23 Cedarville University pharmacy students will be recognized for their involvement in Gov. John Kasich’s “Start Talking!” drug-free initiative Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Governor’s Residence and Heritage Garden in Columbus.

The initiative was created by Kasich and first lady Karen Kasich in an effort to prevent drug abuse. The Governor’s Office of Faith Based Community Initiatives collaborated with Cedarville’s School of Pharmacy to create and develop a scriptural drug abuse program on the dangers of substance abuse that can be an educational resource to churches throughout Ohio. The program developed will be used in presentations, brochures …

Cedarville Pharmacy Dean Joins Medical Marijuana Task Force, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University’s Marc Sweeney, Pharm.D., dean of the school of pharmacy, has been appointed to the Ohio Pharmacists Association (OPA) Medical Marijuana Task Force. His appointment takes effect immediately.

Stem Cell Donation Hopes To Bring Life To Australian Teen, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

The two have never met. One is a dean of a School of Business Administration at a private university in Ohio; the other is a 15 year-old Australian girl in desperate need of a bone marrow transplant in order to survive Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

Haymond is a perfect match for the Australian. On Tuesday, Sept. 13, Haymond will be at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. donating blood stem cells so the teenager will have a better opportunity to survive the illness—and live a healthy life.

Online Firm Ranks Cedarville’S Music Program Among Nation's Elite, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University is listed among the top 10 Christian college music programs in the United States according to Christian Universities Online. Cedarville, ranked ninth, is the highest-ranked college in Ohio.

Ranked institutions were evaluated based on the following criteria: number of undergraduate and graduate music degrees offered, faculty-to-student ratio, percent of full-time beginning undergraduates receiving grants or scholarships, selectivity, overall retention rate and overall graduation rate.

Cedars, September 2016, Cedarville University

Cedars

No abstract provided.

Cedars, August 2016, Cedarville University

Cedars

No abstract provided.

Nearly 900 New Students Set To Arrive For “Getting Started", Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University will welcome close to 900 new students Friday, Aug. 19, for the start of the 2016-17 academic year.

The new group of freshmen and transfer students will check into their residence halls and participate in forums throughout the weekend. These forums will help acquaint the new students with the campus and university policies, procedures and culture. One highlight to Friday's experience is seeing university president Dr. Thomas White zipline across a part of campus.

New Financial Aid Guidelines Help College Students, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Incoming college students will have an easier way to collect financial aid for their respective universities, thanks to a new initiative by the federal government. The new guidelines will allow students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) three months earlier.

The result is expected to help students understand how much aid they will receive earlier in the college search process. Colleges are hopeful this change will help them recruit more students.

Cedarville To Host Fbfa Youth Conference, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University will host the Fundamental Baptist Fellowship Association’s (FBFA) annual youth conference July 21-23. This year marks the first time Cedarville will host the annual event.

The FBFA Youth Conference takes place during the same time as the FBFA Annual Conference, which will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana. This year’s youth conference will focus on engaging students from FBFA-member churches to help build community in their respective locations.

2015-2016 Cedarville University Annual Report, Cedarville University

Cedarville University Annual Reports

No abstract provided.

Solar Panels Make Financial, Environmental Impact, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University’s solar power array, the largest to be directly connected to any university in Ohio, has made a significant environmental and financial impact through its first three years of operation.

The system has been very useful in in reducing the University’s carbon footprint, while also providing a significant financial benefit.

Cedarville University Ranked Among 20 Best College Deals, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University has been ranked among the 20 best college deals for conservative Christians by Great College Deals. The ranking was published on the organization's website in June. The largest evangelical Christian university in Ohio is ranked #8.

Mistbox Technology Created By Cedarville Engineers, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

In just one year, a pair of Cedarville University alumni have seen their startup company reach new heights. Andrew Parks and Josh Teekell, 2007 mechanical engineering graduates and developers of Mistbox, signed an agreement with Lowe’s that allows the home improvement stores to sell their product — a device that makes air conditioners more efficient.

The Mistbox attaches to central air conditioning units and cools the outside air temperature before it enters the air conditioning unit. This process helps consumers save up to 30 percent on cooling costs, while also reducing its carbon footprint.

Students Among Nation’S Best For Private Scholarships, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

According to a recent study by LendEDU, Cedarville University students are among the nation’s best at earning private scholarships. LendEDU is an online resource that provides college students with information about scholarships, student loans and loan refinancing.

Cedarville ranked 20th in the country in the average dollar amount ($1,348) of private scholarships obtained by undergraduate students. The study surveyed 1,000 different colleges and universities and was based on the average amount of non-need based private scholarship funding per student.

Back-To-Back World Titles For Cedarville Solar Boat Team, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

For the second consecutive year, Cedarville University’s solar splash team was crowned world champions at the 22^nd annual World Solar Splash competition. The event was held June 15-19 at Dayton’s Eastwood MetroPark.

Cedarville has now won nine of the past 13 World Solar Splash championships, making it the most decorated team in Solar Splash history.

Robotics Team Returns To Asee Competition, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

A team of freshmen and sophomore engineering students from Cedarville University will look to capture the school’s fourth-straight national title in this year’s Autonomous Robotics Competition at the American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) Conference in New Orleans on Monday, June 27.

Cedarville’s team won last year’s competition in Seattle with a score of 291.51 points — well ahead of second-place Monroe Community College (226.63). Cedarville was the only team (out of 15) to complete a successful run in the actual competition portion of last year’s event.

Piano Professor To Judge For International Competition, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University professor of music John Mortensen, D.M.A., will serve as a judge for the World Piano Teachers Association (WPTA) International Piano Competition (IPC) in 2016. The competition will take place from June 27 - July 3 in Novi Sad, Serbia.

Cedarville Open Raises $64,000 For Scholarships, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

The annual Cedarville Scholarship Golf Open, held on Tuesday, May 31, raised $64,000 in scholarships for Cedarville University students. The event included more than 150 golfers and was held at the Country Club of the North in nearby Beavercreek, Ohio.

National Science Foundation Recognizes Michael Kuhn, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

The National Science Foundation (NSF) named Michael Kuhn to its prestigious Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Kuhn, a 2016 mechanical engineering graduate from Ona, West Virginia, will attend Cornell University in the fall to begin his studies toward a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering.

Green, Faulkner Named Department Chairs, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Derrick Green and Dr. Melissa Faulkner have been named chairs of the communication and English departments, respectively. Both served in an interim capacity during the 2016-17 academic year.

Cedarville Prepares To Defend World Solar Splash Title, Mark D. Weinstein

News Releases

Cedarville University, for the third consecutive year, will host the World Solar Splash Championship at Eastwood MetroPark in Dayton. The 22^nd annual event will be held June 15-19. The event, which draws college teams from around the world, is expected to bring 14 schools to the area.