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Seminar Tackles Scotus Vacancy, Mark D. Weinstein

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When the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia passed away in February, it set off a media firestorm that left many wondering how a vacancy on the nation’s highest court should be handled in an election year.

In order to help educate people on this complex issue, Cedarville University’s Department of History and Government will host a special lecture from Matthew Martens, partner at WilmerHale law firm, on Thursday, March 17, at 7 p.m. in the Engineering and Science Center Room 245.

Cedars Named Best Student Newspaper In Ohio, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedars, the award-winning student newspaper at Cedarville University, has earned the Frank E. Deaner Award for Excellence in College Journalism for the fourth consecutive year.
The award is given to the top college newspaper in Ohio by the Ohio Newspaper Association. Cedars finished as the top publication in Division B, which includes institutions with fewer than 10,000 students.

1 Christian College Makes Top 50 Online Education Programs, Mark D. Weinstein

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Education Management recently released its top 50 online education degree programs in the nation. The list is dominated by big-time universities known just as much for their athletic success as their academic mindset.

The University of Houston, University of Florida, Florida State University, Indiana University and Texas A&M University comprise the top six universities on this list. But only one evangelical university —Cedarville University — is listed among the elite universities in the country.

Study Aims To Curtail Classroom Incivility, Mark D. Weinstein

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A welcoming classroom environment can make a big impact on the academic success of a student. But what happens when incivility in the classroom disrupts the learning experience, and how can the issue be remedied?

Becka Wagner, Ed.D., assistant professor of nursing at Cedarville University, is answering those questions through a collaborative research project with Wright State University.

Middle East Provides Service Opportunity For Students, Mark D. Weinstein

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A group of students and staff from Cedarville University’s athletic training program will have the unique opportunity to serve others in the Middle East during spring break. The group departs Thursday, March 3 and returns Monday, March 14.

Through Cedarville’s Global Outreach program, the group will work with high school administrators and soccer coaches to educate them on basic first aid and athletic training services.

Espn’S Chris Broussard To Speak In Chapel, Mark D. Weinstein

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Chris Broussard, one of ESPN’s top NBA analysts, will speak at Cedarville University’s chapel service at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 16, in the Jeremiah Chapel.

An internationally known sports analyst, Broussard regularly appears on a variety of ESPN shows such as “Outside the Lines,” “First Take” and the network’s flagship program, “SportsCenter.”

Kettering Health Network, Jpmorgan Chase Turn To Cedarville, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedarville University has become a pipeline for Kettering Health Network (KHN) and JPMorgan Chase, as both organizations are set to add several Cedarville graduates to their team following the end of the current academic year.

The 937 Project Making Impact In Local Community, Mark D. Weinstein

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In just four months, the 937 project, a philanthropy project run by Cedarville University’s Student Government Association (SGA) has already made a massive impact on the local area by raising close to $10,000 to help feed and provide shoes for those in poverty.

Columbus Networking Helps Industrial Design Students, Mark D. Weinstein

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Collaboration is the key to success in the industrial design field. This is why the new seminar series, “Design Thinking at Dinner Time,” from Cedarville University’s Columbus-based industrial and innovative design program, will help students grasp the importance of working together from industry experts.

The seminar series is open to all students from the International Center for Creativity (ICC), which partners with Cedarville’s industrial and innovative design program, as well as students from the Columbus College of Art and Design (CCAD) and Ohio State University.

Mortensen Named International Steinway Artist, Mark D. Weinstein

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John Mortensen, D.M.A., professor of piano at Cedarville University‚ has been named an International Steinway Artist by the legendary piano maker Steinway & Sons. The award will be formally announced during a celebratory concert at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5 in the Dixon Ministry Center Recital Hall.

Model Un Team Sweeps Tournament Honors, Mark D. Weinstein

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In an election year where debates and policy discussions are at the forefront of the news, Cedarville University’s model United Nations team came away with a slew of awards at the Dayton Model United Nations Conference. The event, held February 5-6 at Sinclair Community College, included 11 teams from universities in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Cedarville’s team of diplomats won all eight of the competition’s top awards, while 10 of the team’s 13 members earned special recognition. The team set records in both individual and team awards while competing against delegations from Bowling Green State University--Firelands, …

Protein Research Aims To Innovate Biology, Mark D. Weinstein

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A group of student researchers at Cedarville University are hoping their recent work will prove to be innovative in the field of biological sciences. Led by Heather Kuruvilla, Ph.D., professor of biology, the researchers are studying Tetrahymena thermophila, a single-celled organism commonly found in freshwater ponds.

The research, which focuses on the presence of proteins in T. thermophila and their subsequent role as a chemorepellent in the organisms, could lead to advances in cancer research. Netrin proteins act as biomarkers in certain types of cancer.

Trustees Approve Vice President, 2016-17 Budget, Mark D. Weinstein

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The appointment of a new vice president and approval of the 2016-17 budget were two of key actions taken by Cedarville University’s Board of Trustees at its January 28 meeting.

All In The Family On Li’L Sibs Weekend, Mark D. Weinstein

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Students of current Cedarville University students will enjoy campus life February 19-20 as part of the Student Life Programs' Li’l Sibs Weekend. This is typically a highlight for college students because it allows their young siblings to experience college like they do on a daily basis.

Heritage Foundation’S Marshall At Cedarville University, Mark D. Weinstein

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Jennifer Marshall, a sought-after political researcher and vice president of The Heritage Foundation, will speak at Cedarville University on Thursday, Feb. 11 in the Jeremiah Chapel.

Founded in 1973, The Heritage Foundation is a research and educational institution that promotes conservative public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values and a strong national defense.

Award-Winning Poet To Speak At Conference, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedarville University Department of English, Literature, and Modern Languages will host “Living in the Kiln,” the 2016 undergraduate literary conference, on February 13. Visiting poet Karen An-Hwei Lee, Ph.D., will read from her works at the conference co-sponsored by Alpha Kappa Delta (AKD), Cedarville University’s chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society.

The conference centers on the theme “Living in the Kiln: Reviving the Self through Literary Conversation.” Presentations will begin at 8:30 a.m. and go throughout the day until 4:45 p.m.

Long Named Apha Student Leader, Mark D. Weinstein

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Third-year professional pharmacy student Jordan Long (Chillicothe, Ohio) of Cedarville University is one out of just four pharmacy students from across the nation to be chosen for the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Student Leadership Award.

The awards are provided by Procter & Gamble, a consumer goods company based out of Cincinnati. Long will be presented his honor at the 2016 APhA-ASP awards ceremony during the APhA Annual Meeting & Exposition in Baltimore from March 4-7, 2016. Each recipient will also receive a $500 scholarship with the plaque.

Pharmacy Students Creating Formularies For Ghana Villages, Mark D. Weinstein

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Over the past two years, students from the Cedarville University School of Pharmacy have worked closely with Cedar Medical Clinic in Ghana, where they help a local physician make a difference and spread the Gospel to the African nation.

Phillip Thornton, Ph.D., vice chair and associate professor of pharmacy practice, will travel to Ghana on Thursday, Feb. 11on a 10-day missions trip. Thornton will travel with Phil Black, a retired pharmacist from Beavercreek and advisory council member for Cedarville's School of Pharmacy.

Cedarville's pharmacy students created formularies, which are detailed lists of prescribed medications for Cedar Medical Clinic. Thornton and …

Cna Driving For Record Blood Level, Mark D. Weinstein

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Each year an estimated 15 million pints of blood are transfused in the United States that help save the lives of millions of people. On February 17 and 18, Cedarville University’s chapter of the Christian Nurses Association (CNA) will hold its semiannual blood drive from noon-4 p.m. in the Stevens Student Center event rooms.

According to information from America’s Blood Centers, just one pint of blood can save up to three lives, and every two seconds, someone in the United States needs a blood transfusion. Last semester, the Cedarville CNA blood drive saw a record turnout, as more than 150 …

Preventative Health Screening Aid Miami Valley Residents, Mark D. Weinstein

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Three Cedarville University School of Pharmacy students will serve employees at Meijer in Tipp City, Ohio, by conducting preventative health screenings on February 17 and 25.

Tiffany Zehel, from Parma, Ohio; Chelsae Heinz, from Redford, Michigan; and Mallory Thompson, from Xenia, Ohio will be conducting the health screenings as a part of their service project requirements for graduation.

Health screenings provide early detection of diseases that might have otherwise gone undiscovered. Screen tests check for multiple types of cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol and osteoporosis.

Political Candidate Forum Comes To Campus, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedarville University’s Republican Club and the Xenia Republican Women’s Club will host a “Candidates Forum” on Thursday, Feb. 4 at Cedarville University. The event is open to the public and will be held in room 104 in the Center for Biblical and Theological studies at 7 pm.

Candidates participating include US Senator Mike Turner, state representative Bob Hackett, and candidates seeking the Ohio Supreme Court.

Pharmacy’S Partnership Improving Health In Springfield, Mark D. Weinstein

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In the midst of flu season, health care professionals stand on the front lines by taking care of sick patients. But being on the front lines comes with its own set of risks, and a recent partnership between the Cedarville University School of Pharmacy, Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital (OVSH) and several independent pharmacies in Springfield, Ohio, is bringing changes for health care employees.

Through a newly developed wellness initiative, employees at OVSH will have greater assistance in dealing with diabetes or other health issues through their local pharmacy, rather than the traditional office visit.

Compassion Leads Goodwin To Amway Hero Patriotism Award, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedarville University alumnus George Goodwin, M.D., has received the 2015 Amway Hero Patriotism Award for his service as a doctor in the United States Army, where he has faithfully served both stateside and abroad.

George, a 1992 graduate of Cedarville, serves as the chief of medical readiness in the U.S. Army’s Office of the Surgeon General. George, who holds the rank of Colonel, has served in the U.S. Army for more than 20 years.

Academics, Student Life Lifts Cedarville University To National Prominence, Mark D. Weinstein

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Bigger doesn’t always mean better. That is certainly true in higher education in Ohio, where many smaller universities have big reputations for helping students graduate and gain meaningful employment so they can make a difference in the world. Cedarville University, a school of 3,700 undergraduate and graduate students in southwestern Ohio, fits that mold according to Pittsburgh-based research firm Niche.com.

Pharmacy Llc Call Center Aims To Curb Drug-Related Problems, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedarville University will operate its first Limited Liability Company (LLC), Cedar Care, LLC, beginning January 25, 2016. This new venture will allow the school of pharmacy, in collaboration with Ohio Pharmacy Counseling Services LTD, to create a management call center that will aid people as they use prescription drugs.

Freshman Retention Rate Tops National Average, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedarville University continues to outpace the national average in freshman retention rates, according to the latest data provided by the University’s admissions office. A total of 784 freshmen, 95.7 percent, will return to Cedarville for the spring semester.

Cedarville's retention rate is higher than the national average for both private (91.0 percent) and public (90.0 percent) four-year institutions. The percentage also ranks higher than the national average for private colleges with higher selectivity rates (92.0 percent).

This year’s freshman retention rate, which is Cedarville’s best since 2012-13, is also higher than its five-year average of 95.6 percent.

Walgreens Scholarship Helps School Of Pharmacy, Mark D. Weinstein

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The Cedarville University School of Pharmacy has received a generous donation of $10,000 from the Walgreens Corporation as part of the company’ Diversity Donation program.

It is the third-straight year in which Walgreens has donated $10,000 to Cedarville. The program’s goal is to increase the enrollment of underrepresented minority students in schools and colleges of pharmacy around the nation.

David Platt Headlines Missions Conference, Mark D. Weinstein

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David Platt, president of the Southern Baptist Convention’s International Mission Board, will be the featured speaker during Cedarville University’s annual Missions Conference, January 12-14.

Platt, who previously served as the lead pastor at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama, is the author of several books and the founder of Radical.net, a resource ministry that helps churches around the globe.

He will speak at 7 p.m. on Jan. 12 and again at 10 a.m. on Jan. 13. Platt is one of four speakers who will take the stage during the Missions Conference, which has the theme “God’s Heart for …

Career Services Helps Students Succeed Long Term, Mark D. Weinstein

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Cedarville University is churning out graduates who are highly sought after by companies and organizations around the world. A recent survey of 2015 graduates revealed that 96.8 percent of them had found employment or were enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.

While many employers point to Cedarville graduates as hard workers with a commitment to excellence, much of their success can also be attributed to the work of the Career Services office.

Each semester, Career Services organizes a large career fair that regularly attracts almost 100 employers, including high-profile companies like Boeing, Cummins, Chick-fil-A, Inc., Dayton Power …

Pioneer James D. Parker Sr. Returns To Speak, Mark D. Weinstein

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day has special meaning in our country. At Cedarville University, this year’s celebration will have extra significance as Rev. James D. Parker Sr., the first African-American student to apply — then enroll — at Cedarville, will speak in chapel.

Parker first put his feet on Cedarville’s campus in 1954. He departed his Portsmouth, Ohio, hometown for Cedarville University because he wanted to attend a college that allowed him to study the Bible. He didn’t understand at the time that he was making history.