Connecting Resources for Parents

Experience Homecoming – In Person or Via Livestreaming

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Homecoming at Cedarville

Just a reminder that homecoming starts this Friday, October 4! We hope you will be able to join us and spend time with your student. Even if you did not preregister, there are plenty of events to enjoy that do not require tickets!

If you aren't able to come in person, please see today's post for opportunities to join in via livestream.

Posted in General

Register for Homecoming Weekend!

Monday, September 9, 2024

Homecoming at Cedarville

Now that classes are in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about a visit!

Homecoming is just around the corner — Friday and Saturday, October 4–5. During homecoming, we welcome hundreds of alumni and parents back to campus for a weekend filled with activities like the annual parade, cardboard canoe races, an incredible worship finale, and more! It’s a great way to spend time with your student and experience life on campus.

Read today's post for more information and to register.

Posted in Alumni Relations Events

Did You Miss It? Parenting From a Distance Session Recording

Friday, September 6, 2024

Missed the "Parenting From a Distance" panel during Getting Started Weekend? View the session recording for helpful tips on parenting during your student's 1000 Days!

Posted in General Getting Started

Join Us for the Living in Babylon Conference With AiG!

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

The light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ has the power to illuminate every generation and culture. Experience this transformative power firsthand at the Living in Babylon conference on September 9 as Answers in Genesis' Martyn Iles and Ken Ham bring Scripture to life in a world that’s constantly changing.

Posted in Events

Join Us for Impact 2024 With Your Special Parent Discount!

Monday, August 26, 2024

Imagine your business the way God wants it to be, fully realized as a platform to glorify Him. At Cedarville's Impact 2024 business conference, we want to give you the practical advice you need to make this goal a reality.

When? October 25–26
Where? Cedarville University, Cedarville, Ohio
How Much? Early bird rate of $199 through September 6

Visit cedarville.edu/impact for more information.

Posted in Business Innovation

Follow Along With the President's Chapel Series

Friday, August 23, 2024

Every Single Word chapel theme graphic.

Daily chapel has always been the heartbeat of Cedarville University — the time when students, faculty, and staff gather for dynamic worship and powerful preaching. Chapel is also a great way for you to stay connected with Cedarville and be a part of what your student is experiencing every day. This year, in his chapel series titled "Every Single Word," Dr. White is preaching through the book of Joshua, tracing the fulfillment of God's promises to the people of Israel and encouraging us to trust His every single word.

Read today's post to learn how to follow along from home.

Posted in Chapel

Experience Fall Bible Conference With Your Student

Monday, August 19, 2024

Chapel speaker and audience

We'll kick off the fall semester tonight with our annual Fall Bible Conference — always a highlight of the year.

Read today's post to learn how you can watch along with your student.

Posted in Chapel Christian Ministry Getting Started

Answers to Your Getting Started Questions

Friday, August 9, 2024

Yellow Jacket mascot with getting started logo Getting Started Weekend — August 16–18 — is just a few days away. See today's post for answers to some of the most common questions we get from parents to help as you prepare to come. We can't wait to have you and your student on campus!

Posted in Getting Started

New Video Simplifies Paying Your Student's Bill

Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Parents, do you have any questions about paying your student's bill or checking on their student finances? Kora Arminio, Director of Undergraduate Admissions, has got you covered in this new video!

Posted in General

Dr. White's Summer Update

Monday, August 5, 2024

It's almost time for Getting Started Weekend, and we are so excited to welcome your Yellow Jackets to campus in just a couple of short weeks! This summer has brought some big changes to campus, and Dr. White is here with a new video to update you on them.

Posted in General Getting Started

Music Ensemble Auditions

Friday, August 2, 2024

Orchestra at Christmas Concert

Did you know that Cedarville has music ensembles that are open to students from any major? If your student is interested in a vocal or instrumental ensemble, encourage him or her to audition on...

Posted in General Getting Started

Free MyPlan Career Assessments

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Did you know Cedarville's Career Services team offers Cedarville students FREE career assessments online? If your student is still deciding on a major, wants to see what careers options they have in their field of interest, or is just interested in learning more about their personalities and skills, any of the four MyPlan career assessment tools we offer could help them do just that!

Posted in General

New Cedarville Magazine: Soli Deo Gloria

Monday, July 29, 2024

Cedarville Magazine’s summer 2024 issue — Soli Deo Gloria — is now available online, and we’d like to share it with you! This issue highlights Cedarville’s Department of Music and Worship. Read through this issue to learn about Cedarville’s worship philosophy, track the HeartSong bands’ history through an interview with Jim Cato, and see the impact alumni are having on the music industry. We hope you'll be encouraged by the way God is using music at Cedarville.

Posted in General

Paying Your Student’s Bill

Friday, July 26, 2024

Cedarville University's sign As you and your student prepare for the new academic year, read today's post for a quick reminder on how to access your student's account and make an online payment towards their bill.

Posted in Getting Started Student Services

Is Your Student Planning to Work on Campus?

Monday, July 22, 2024

Barista serving customer coffee

Many students choose to work on campus to help fund their education or make some extra spending money. Read today's post to learn about required documents, work eligibility rules, how they will be paid, and more to help your student prepare for campus employment.

Posted in General Getting Started

What to Know About Bed Risers

Friday, July 19, 2024

Dorm Life

Many students choose to raise their bed in the residence hall to create extra storage underneath. Refer to pages 9–10 of the Residence Hall Guidelines if you would like to inquire about bed risers.

Posted in Campus Services Student Services

Sending Packages Prior to Getting Started

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Important Notice

Many parents choose to send items for their student's residence hall room directly to campus so it is waiting for them when they arrive for Getting Started Weekend. If you will be sending packages to campus before your student arrives, please note the following requests from Postal Services:

Plan to ship items for an August 1 or later arrival date
For returning students, use your student's complete name — including full middle name — and campus box number on all items
For freshmen or transferring students, use your student's complete name — including full middle name — and include "New Student" on all items

Posted in Student Life

Make Plans for Getting Started (And Three To-Dos Before You Arrive on Campus!)

Monday, July 15, 2024

Cedarville University's sign

We’re looking forward to having students back on campus in just a few weeks! Save the date for Getting Started Weekend from August 16–18. Parents of new freshmen, be sure to check out the Getting Started website. This will be your one-stop shop for detailed schedule information, FAQs, and Sting Group information!

Whether your student is coming as a freshman or a returning student, here are a few things you can do now to prepare for the year and stay connected with Cedarville.

Posted in General Getting Started

Welcome to Cedarville Parent Connect!

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

As Director of Development and a Cedarville parent, Jeff Beste knows that parents need a way to stay engaged with Cedarville and what is happening on campus. It is our hope that Parent Connect, prepared especially for parents of current Cedarville students, does just that! Read today's post to find out what's in store.

Posted in General