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Cedarville Magazine, Spring 2024: The Value Of A Cedarville Degree, Cedarville University Apr 2024

Cedarville Magazine, Spring 2024: The Value Of A Cedarville Degree, Cedarville University

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Junked Mercedes-Turned-Racing Car Ready For The Ultimate Driving Test, Mark D. Weinstein Apr 2024

Junked Mercedes-Turned-Racing Car Ready For The Ultimate Driving Test, Mark D. Weinstein

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Professor Jay Kinsinger and a team of senior mechanical engineering students from Cedarville University are gearing up for the Grassroots Motorsports $2,000 Challenge in Gainesville, Florida. The competition is set to take place on April 6-7.


Supermileage Team Seeking Win At Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Mark D. Weinstein Apr 2024

Supermileage Team Seeking Win At Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Mark D. Weinstein

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In an era where electric cars are gaining more interest among U.S. consumers, there’s still a place for gas-powered vehicles. That’s why Cedarville University has built a car that could get up to 2,000 miles to a gallon, which it will test in the weekend’s Shell Eco-Marathon Americas competition at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The competition is from April 3-7.


Beyond The Finish Line: Cedarville's Marathon Camaraderie, Mark D. Weinstein Apr 2024

Beyond The Finish Line: Cedarville's Marathon Camaraderie, Mark D. Weinstein

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At Cedarville University, the bonds formed among students and faculty extend far beyond the classroom walls. Andrew McKay, resident director in Lawlor Hall, understands the value of relationships and is combining it with his passion for running — in the 57th annual Xenia Marathon on April 7. The run is sponsored by the Ohio River Road Runners Club.


Cedarville Grad Develops Skills, Writes Grant In Nurse Practitioner Fellowship, Mark D. Weinstein Apr 2024

Cedarville Grad Develops Skills, Writes Grant In Nurse Practitioner Fellowship, Mark D. Weinstein

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Nurse practitioner fellowships are rare. Andrea (VanMeter) Roberts, however, landed an internal medicine nurse practitioner fellowship with Marshall Health Internal Medicine in Huntington, West Virginia, that led to her securing a position in endocrinology at Rivers Health in Gallipolis, Ohio — her hometown.


Ford Motor Company Research Leads Cedarville Student To Doctoral Program, Mark D. Weinstein Apr 2024

Ford Motor Company Research Leads Cedarville Student To Doctoral Program, Mark D. Weinstein

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Reducing road noise through research that helps the Ford Motor Company better understand vibration absorbers drove Michael Kennedy to his full-ride scholarship at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.


Best-Selling Author Peter Schweizer To Speak At Cedarville University, Mark D. Weinstein Mar 2024

Best-Selling Author Peter Schweizer To Speak At Cedarville University, Mark D. Weinstein

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New York Times best-selling author Peter Schweizer will deliver a lecture at Cedarville University on Tuesday, April 2, in the Dixon Ministry Center Chapel. The free event will commence at 7 p.m. and is sponsored by the Young America's Foundation. It is being hosted by Cedarville University's Robert W. Plaster School of Business and the Center for Political Studies.


Marketing In The Real World, Mark D. Weinstein Mar 2024

Marketing In The Real World, Mark D. Weinstein

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When most people think of entrepreneurship, the first thing that comes to mind is the word “product.” Coming up with a product that is unique and creative can be challenging for future business owners.


New Org At Cedarville: Spreading The Light, Mark D. Weinstein Mar 2024

New Org At Cedarville: Spreading The Light, Mark D. Weinstein

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The pressure of academics and daily life makes it easy for college students to focus intensely on academic programs and, therefore, lose sight of people in difficult situations.

Several students from Cedarville University want to change this focus, which is why they started an organization — the Evangelism Org — that will encourage classmates and individuals to interact with the community.


A National Trend At Cedarville University: Starting With The End In Mind, Mark D. Weinstein Mar 2024

A National Trend At Cedarville University: Starting With The End In Mind, Mark D. Weinstein

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According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, Cedarville University's 98.7% career outcome rate--a statistic that represents recent graduates securing a position or graduate school within six months of graduation--is 13% higher than the national average. This data indicates how well Cedarville graduates are prepared by their professors and the overall Cedarville experience. The career outcome rate is determined by a survey of the most recent graduating class.


Ambassador For One Bistro's Mission, Cedarville's Dick Walker Personified Service, Mark D. Weinstein Feb 2024

Ambassador For One Bistro's Mission, Cedarville's Dick Walker Personified Service, Mark D. Weinstein

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His legacy at Cedarville University is steeped in tradition and service through student life. Dick Walker worked at Cedarville University for 42 years — from 1970 to 2012 — but his work was more of a mission than a place to earn a paycheck. Dick Walker, 78, is being remembered after he passed away Friday, Feb. 9 at 9:20 pm surrounded by family. Walker is survived by his wife, Linda, and their two children, Scott (Valerie) and Tricia (Greg) Clark.


A Leader In Graduate Education: Cedarville Nursing Among Ohio’S Best, Mark D. Weinstein Feb 2024

A Leader In Graduate Education: Cedarville Nursing Among Ohio’S Best, Mark D. Weinstein

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Academic quality can be measured in various ways, including by graduation rates, career placement statistics or national rankings. Cedarville University’s graduate nursing program passes all those parameters, including the U.S. News and World Report ranking that was released today.


Champions In Ohio: Cedarville Forensics Team, Mark D. Weinstein Feb 2024

Champions In Ohio: Cedarville Forensics Team, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedarville University’s forensics team came out on top at the Ohio Forensics Association Novice State Championship tournament on January 26-27 at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio.


Jay Nordlinger To Speak On Conservatism At Cedarville University, Mark D. Weinstein Feb 2024

Jay Nordlinger To Speak On Conservatism At Cedarville University, Mark D. Weinstein

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On Monday, February 5, renowned journalist Jay Nordlinger will answer the question “What Is Conservatism?” in his address at Cedarville University.


Tuning Into Success: A Transformative Journey With K-Love, Mark D. Weinstein Feb 2024

Tuning Into Success: A Transformative Journey With K-Love, Mark D. Weinstein

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For a college student, securing an internship at a leading media outlet in the country is a big deal. Jair Mobley, a senior majoring in broadcasting, digital media and journalism at Cedarville University, worked the internship of his dreams this past summer with the Educational Media Foundation — the parent company of K-LOVE and Air1 radio networks.


From Trauma To Triumph: Professor Symbolizes Healing, Excellence, Mark D. Weinstein, Mark D. Weinstein Feb 2024

From Trauma To Triumph: Professor Symbolizes Healing, Excellence, Mark D. Weinstein, Mark D. Weinstein

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George Huff, professor of social work, was awarded the Evidence-Based Practice award by the Cedarville University School of Nursing. The award is based on Huff’s five decades of service in the social work profession.


A Unique Mission: From Air Force To College Classroom, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

A Unique Mission: From Air Force To College Classroom, Mark D. Weinstein

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Dr. Jonathan Burson is a man of many talents. From serving 15 years in the U.S. Air Force to becoming a finance professor at Cedarville University, the 2000 Cedarville alumnus is living proof that God’s plans are bigger than what he could ever imagine.


Generosity Unleashed: $220k Endowed Scholarship Driven By Missional Values, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Generosity Unleashed: $220k Endowed Scholarship Driven By Missional Values, Mark D. Weinstein

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When Cedarville University began pursuing a school of pharmacy in 2009, Phil and Pam Black were foundational to what has become one of the leading professional pharmacy schools in Ohio.


Sweet Redemption: How A Cedarville Student Turned Challenges Into Cookie Creations, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Sweet Redemption: How A Cedarville Student Turned Challenges Into Cookie Creations, Mark D. Weinstein

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Since she was 3, Welhener, a sophomore business management student from Vandalia, Ohio, could be found in the kitchen helping her grandma make cakes, Christmas cookies and old family recipes.


Reforming Criminal Justice Book Claims Top Honor, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Reforming Criminal Justice Book Claims Top Honor, Mark D. Weinstein

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Matthew T. Martens, a 1993 graduate of Cedarville University, won The Gospel Coalition’s 2023 First-Time Author Award for his new book, “Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal.”


Beyond Textbooks: Students Analyze Criminal Cold Cases, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Beyond Textbooks: Students Analyze Criminal Cold Cases, Mark D. Weinstein

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In Steve Meacham’s criminal investigation class at Cedarville University, the former New York State Police senior investigator introduced a cold case for his students to study and learn the principles of criminal investigations.


Empowering Cybersecurity: Cedarville Professors Enhance Programs Through New Certifications, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Empowering Cybersecurity: Cedarville Professors Enhance Programs Through New Certifications, Mark D. Weinstein

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The SANS Institute is recognized as being one of the most prestigious and trusted training and certification programs for cybersecurity professionals. Certifications from this institute gives credibility to cybersecurity teachers and practitioners.


From Campus To Convention: Cedarville Alum Advocates For Change, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

From Campus To Convention: Cedarville Alum Advocates For Change, Mark D. Weinstein

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Many people avoid politics due to feeling unqualified, uninformed or intimidated. That is not the case with Jonny Gartner, a 2023 political science graduate of Cedarville University who now serves as the systems and reporting manager at Cedarville.

For Gartner, who is originally from Columbus, Ohio, and now lives in suburban Dayton, Ohio, finding ways to use his degree to actively influence and support his community and encouraging others to do the same is his focus. One way he is using his influence is by serving as a delegate for the Nikki Haley campaign at the July GOP convention in …


Shane & Shane Headline Cedarville's Worship 4:24 Conference, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Shane & Shane Headline Cedarville's Worship 4:24 Conference, Mark D. Weinstein

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The annual Worship 4:24 Conference, hosted by Cedarville University’s Department of Music and Worship, is set for January 26-27, 2024. Special guests Shane & Shane and The Worship Initiative will perform on Friday night, and the university will host over 120 breakout sessions for current or future worship leaders on Friday evening and all day Saturday.


A Standout Performance For Inaugural Mock Trial Team, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

A Standout Performance For Inaugural Mock Trial Team, Mark D. Weinstein

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For the first time in Cedarville University history, a mock trial team competed in a collegiate tournament and finished the competition at St. Bonaventure University as one of the top teams. Overall, the two Cedarville teams of 19 students total, won four out of eight judges’ ballots.


Future Pharmacist Perceived By Glamour; Drive By Faith, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Future Pharmacist Perceived By Glamour; Drive By Faith, Mark D. Weinstein

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Sierra Bognear, a young woman with a penchant for surprises, astounded her family, excluding her brother Travis, by winning the title of Miss Michigan in 2015. What hasn't been a surprise to her family is Bognear's passion for caring for others through a career in pharmacy. That's why she enrolled in 2023 in Cedarville University's School of Pharmacy, where in a few years she will earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.


Professor's Favorite Hobby Enhances Student Learning, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Professor's Favorite Hobby Enhances Student Learning, Mark D. Weinstein

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Dr. Cliff Fawcett is a nurse practitioner and professor at Cedarville University, but there is more to him than meets the eye.

Fawcett, coordinator of the MSN and DNP family nurse practitioner track and associate professor of nursing at Cedarville University, can be found canoeing or kayaking along a river in his free time. As an educator, Fawcett often looks for opportunities to teach, including when he documents his recent canoe trips or provides insight information for water fun and safety on his YouTube channel. His channel, “Cliff Fawcett,” has received more than 79,000 views since he first launched …


Among The Best: Cedarville Among Top-Ranked Ohio Universities, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Among The Best: Cedarville Among Top-Ranked Ohio Universities, Mark D. Weinstein

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With students from 49 states and 57 countries, Cedarville University has the reputation of being a leader in Christian higher education. Intelligent.com, an independent marketing service, recently supported the reputation by ranking Cedarville among the highest-ranked universities in Ohio — and the highest-ranked Christian university in the Buckeye State.


Revolutionary Carotid Artery Medical Device Developed By Professor, Cedarville University Alumni, Mark D. Weinstein Jan 2024

Revolutionary Carotid Artery Medical Device Developed By Professor, Cedarville University Alumni, Mark D. Weinstein

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What started as a capstone project to develop a device that could save a life if the carotid artery is severed for a group of Cedarville University juniors and seniors in 2019 is now extremely close to receiving full FDA approval for manufacturing and distribution on a nationwide scale.

The Arterial Restrictive Clamp (ARC) project began in 2018 when Lauren Edmonson, who graduated in 2019 with a degree in allied health, came to Dr. Tim Norman, distinguished professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Cedarville, about a medical void in treating this injury, which she observed during her time as …


Prsa District Leadership Shows Strong Ohio Connection, Mark D. Weinstein Dec 2023

Prsa District Leadership Shows Strong Ohio Connection, Mark D. Weinstein

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When the Public Relations Society of America East Central District begins its 20th year on January 1, 2024 its board of directors will have a distinct connection with the Buckeye State.