Join the Countdown!
Soon, the class of 2025 will walk across the stage at commencement and join the thousands who came before them as alumni, ready to impact the world for Christ.
This year, join the excitement and make a lasting impact on Cedarville students with a gift to the Countdown to Commencement.
The Final Countdown
We’re in the final days of the Countdown to Commencement — this is your last chance to make a difference before the class of 2025 steps into their next stage of life. In this last week leading up to May 3, will you invest in the next generation of Yellow Jackets and celebrate those who are now impacting the world for Christ by joining in the countdown? Your generosity provides necessary support for Cedarville students while they are here on campus and has an impact that lasts a lifetime. Every gift matters. As we approach commencement, we invite you one last time to join us in the countdown and have an impact with eternal significance. Make your gift today to affect the world for the glory of God.
Hear From Our Graduating Seniors
“I never knew how important it was to hear the Gospel every day until coming to Cedarville. I have experienced transformation in every way — mentally, spiritually, and emotionally. I have grown in empathy from the Lord and have learned how to hand control over to Him. When I came to Cedarville, my goal was to get a degree. Leaving Cedarville, my goal is to serve the Lord and utilize the passions and skills He has instilled in me through my time in school.”
“I am leaving Cedarville confident in myself and my identity with Christ, equipped to teach English and follow my passions. My time at Cedarville wasn't perfect ... but it was exactly what God had planned for me, and I wouldn't have changed any detail for the world. I am so thankful for this little town in Ohio for shaping me into the woman that I am today, and I will always consider Cedarville home.”
“The education and academic experience I have had here at Cedarville have definitely transformed my intellectual life, and I feel very well prepared for my career because of it. Furthermore, I can confidently say that my love for the LORD has only grown since being at Cedarville. This has occurred through the different ways that Cedarville seeks to intentionally disciple every student through various programs.”
“Everything about my life has changed over the last four years at Cedarville, from my walk with the Lord and how I view work, family, and others to the people that I choose to spend my time with. I have developed the skills and confidence necessary to work full time in the finance world.”
“Not only have I grown in terms of technical knowledge, but I have also learned a lot through the Bible minor classes. I haven't been a Christian for very long, so the Bible classes and chapel have been very helpful. I have changed a lot in terms of behaviors and thoughts over the past 1000 Days, and that may not have happened as fast if not for the Christ-centered education here at Cedarville.”
“Over the past 1000 Days at Cedarville, I’ve experienced incredible transformation both in my faith and in my preparation for a career in athletic training. One of the biggest takeaways from my time here has been learning how to approach my profession with a ministry mindset... athletic training is more than just injury prevention and rehab — it’s an opportunity to serve, encourage, and support athletes in a way that reflects Christ.
Looking back, I can see how God has used my time at Cedarville to shape me into not only a better athletic trainer but also a more faithful servant leader.”
Prayer Theme: God’s Blessing on Seniors
As the seniors prepare to graduate and step out from Cedarville into the world, we invite you to pray with us from Numbers 6. Ask the Lord to bless them and keep them, make His face shine on them, be gracious to them, and give them peace.
Global Impact of Cedarville Graduates
As the Countdown to Commencement continues, we’re celebrating the Kingdom impact of Cedarville alumni around the world. When students graduate, they do not just enter careers — they become beacons for the Gospel wherever they go. Whether as engineers or doctors, missionaries or teachers, Cedarville alumni are making a lasting impact on their communities for the cause of Christ. This week, take a look at the stories of some Cedarville alumni and how they are bringing the love of Christ to a world in need of Him. Make a gift today to join the countdown.
Alumni Spotlights
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Craig graduated from Cedarville in 1989 and currently lives as a missionary in Mexico with his wife, Kristi. Craig became an entrepreneur, and after Cedarville, felt prompted by God to use the proceeds he received from his businesses to help send medical professionals on mission trips around the world. But eventually, God called he and his wife to go themselves. Now, as medical missionaries to Mexico, Craig and Kristi help coordinate evangelistic medical events in conjunction with local churches. In the last 20 years, they have seen the Lord at work through over 60,000 medical services being provided and over 15,000 people coming to faith in Christ.
Craig Libby 
Prayer Theme: Alumni Around the World
Cedarville graduates face different challenges while serving as lights for the Gospel in every corner of the world. Will you join us in asking God to grant them perseverance and strength through these challenges? Pray that the Lord will sustain them and multiply their Kingdom impact.
Match Your Gift Dollar for Dollar!
From April 14–19, your gift can have twice the impact! Every gift made to Cedarville University, up to the first $50,000 in gifts given, will be MATCHED. Your support will help equip students with the tools they need to live out their faith in their workplaces, churches, and communities.
When you give, you join in honoring our seniors, celebrating the worldwide impact of Cedarville alumni, and investing in the next generation of Yellow Jackets. Your generosity goes twice as far this week — don’t miss the chance to maximize your impact and have your gift matched! Make a gift today to join the countdown.
Life-Transforming Impact
Since arriving on campus, the class of 2025 has experienced the transformation of Cedarville’s campus. Thanks to generous supporters, their Cedarville experience has been enriched in meaningful ways:
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Every Student in the Class of 2025 Received Scholarships
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Five major expansions enhanced campus life
As the graduating seniors prepare for the next chapter, they have the strong foundation of a Christ-centered education. Their transformation over the past four years has been made possible by the generosity of donors who believe in Cedarville’s mission. The impact of these years will continue to influence their future, wherever they are called to go.
Prayer Theme: Provision
As the seniors approach commencement and step into the next chapter, join us in praying for God’s abundant provision in their lives. Pray that God would meet their every need — whether financial, social, or spiritual — as they are sent out from Cedarville.
Transformation Over 1000 Days
As the seniors wrap up their final 30 days before commencement, join us in celebrating the class of 2025 and their 1000 Days on campus. So much has taken place in their time at Cedarville, and it’s been a joy to watch them grow into men and women who love the Lord and will impact the world for Him.
Let’s take a walk down memory lane and revisit some of the highlights from their four years on campus!
Make a gift today to join the countdown.
Class of 2025 by the Numbers
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5th Largest Freshman Class in Cedarville History
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972 Freshman Students
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700+ Chapels Attended
Highlights From the Last 1000 Days:
Prayer Theme: Preparation
Would you pray with us as our soon-to-be graduates approach the end of their time at Cedarville? Pray that the Lord would bless, guide, and prepare these students as they step into what He has next for them.