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Support Student-Created Business This Christmas

Friday, December 9, 2022

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A team of Integrated Business Core (IBC) students has created Boardless, a student-run business offering flexible, stick-on whiteboards for any surface! The IBC allows students to practice what they are learning in class by running a real business, including creating, marketing, and selling a product. As a nonprofit, for-charity business, Boardless is providing a quality product while also raising money for Back2Back Ministries.

Boardless' flexible, stick-on whiteboard is very low-profile and sticks to nearly any smooth surface, allowing you to make notes on your wall, desk, or other surface without taking up virtually any work space! Save space and save paper ‒ just Stick, Scribble, and Repeat.

Boardless is offering a Christmas sale → 20% off orders of $50 or more. Don't wait -- the shop closes Sunday, December 11!

Check out their website to learn more and support Boardless!

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Final Exams/End of Semester Info

Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Final exams for fall semester are next week — Tuesday, December 13, through Friday, December 16. Please be praying for our students as they prepare for and take their finals, and make sure your student has secured a ride home or to the airport.

Here are some important details to help you and your student prepare:

Residence halls will close for Christmas break on Saturday, December 17, at 5 p.m.
The last contract meal for fall semester is lunch on Friday, December 16, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Residence halls will open again for spring semester at 8 a.m. on Sunday, January 8, 2023.
The first contract meal for spring semester will be dinner on Monday, January 9, from 5–6:30 p.m.
Classes resume for spring semester Tuesday, January 10.

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#GivingTuesday

Monday, November 28, 2022

Giving Tuesday Tomorrow, November 29, 2022, is #GivingTuesday! Join faculty, staff, students, and friends as we give to Cedarville. All gifts made this #GivingTuesday will go to One Thousand Days Transformed: The Campaign for Cedarville.

On #GivingTuesday: Every Day Matters. Every Student Matters. Every Gift Matters.

Give now!

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With Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 24, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving with leaves "Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good;
for his steadfast love endures forever!"
– 1 Chronicles 16:34

On Thanksgiving, I am reminded of all that we have to be thankful for. God continues to richly bless Cedarville University, and we are so thankful. I am also thankful to you, our students' parents, for your support of the University. Thank you for entrusting your children to us and your faith in Cedarville's mission.

Enjoy the extra-long break with your student. We will be praying for safe travels, good health, and special times of reconnecting as a family.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Jeff Beste
Director of Strategic Relations

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Save the Date for #GivingTuesday

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

You've heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but do you know about #GivingTuesday?

#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving on November 29, and you can be a part of it by giving a gift to Cedarville. All gifts made this #GivingTuesday will go to One Thousand Days Transformed: The Campaign for Cedarville.

Mark your calendars for #GivingTuesday, November 29, 2022, and prayerfully consider how you can participate in this special day.

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Standing for Life

Thursday, October 27, 2022

Cedarville University wants to be known for standing firmly for the rights of the unborn. That's why we're so excited to be a stop on the Stand for Life campus tour on November 1, with musical artists Shane and Shane and speaker Trip Lee. You can join in online or in person for 10 a.m. chapelor in person only for a special Night of Worship at 7 p.m. Stand for Life seeks to enhance the pro-life movement by engaging, educating, and equipping to build a culture that believes all humans are made in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect.

Upcoming Breaks This Fall

Monday, October 10, 2022

We're almost midway through the semester, and students are ready for some much-needed time off. We want to make sure you’re aware of breaks that are coming up this fall.

Fall Break
Fall break is Thursday, October 20, through Sunday, October 23. Residence halls will remain open; dining hours will be limited.

Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving break is Wednesday, November 23, through Monday, November 28. Residence halls will remain open, but the dining hall will be closed.

Follow Along With Campus Life With SGA's Website

Monday, September 26, 2022

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Want another way to keep up with what's going on at Cedarville? Access the Student Government Association's website, In Pursuit, to learn about events, involvement opportunities, and more. You'll get a student-focused perspective on campus life. You can also access SGA's social media from this site for another way to stay up to date.

Finding Parent Resources

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Students walking to chapel

We want to keep you informed while your student is away from home. Visit our Parent Resources webpage for information you'll find helpful as a Cedarville parent. Here you'll be able to make a payment on your student's account, view the academic calendar, watch live chapel services, and more! You'll want to bookmark this site and refer to it often to stay up-to-date on events and activities at Cedarville University.

Last year we launched a new portal that serves our students, faculty, and staff as a one-stop-shop for Cedarville information. Check out myCU.cedarville.edu and explore the many resources that are publicly available.

Posted in Campus Services General Student Services

Tips for a Smooth College Drop-Off

Thursday, August 18, 2022

Students moving into dorm From one parent to another … dropping your child off at college is hard (especially if it’s your first time!). As you prepare to bring your student to Cedarville to begin his or her college career, please be assured of two things:

Your son or daughter rests securely in God’s hand. He has great plans for them (Jer. 29:11) and will never leave them alone (Heb. 13:5).
Cedarville University will do everything we can to love and support your child — personally, academically, and spiritually. We are so honored that you have entrusted your child to us, and we take that responsibility very seriously.

Read today's post for tips for a successful drop-off. Don't worry, Mom and Dad, you've got this!

Jeff Beste
Director of Strategic Relations (and a Cedarville dad!)

P.S. When you come to campus in a few days, be sure to stop by the Parent Zone outside the chapel. We would love to meet you and welcome you to Cedarville!

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Parking at Cedarville

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

We are excited to welcome thousands of students (and their cars) to campus for the 2022-23 academic year! This summer, new parking areas were added and parking enforcement plans were updated to serve our community well.

Read today's list for information on updated parking regulations.

Senior Reflections

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

We asked recent graduates to reflect on their 1000 Days at Cedarville, and we'd like to share them with you. Be blessed by stories of true Gospel transformation and memories that will last a lifetime. We are so grateful for God's transforming work in the lives of our students. All the glory goes to Him!

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Enjoy Commencement Memories

Friday, May 13, 2022

Commencement 2022 was a beautiful day celebrating God's faithfulness to our 924 graduates, and we'd like to share some memories with you!

If you have a graduating senior, you may just see your student. For the rest of you, enjoy the anticipation of what your family will experience in the very near future. We are so grateful for how God has worked in the lives of our amazing students — now graduates!

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Parents, We Need Your Help!

Saturday, April 30, 2022

Doctors talking As we near our accreditor's virtual site visit later this spring, Cedarville’s developing PA (Physician Assistant) program is still in need of preceptors, and we are turning to one of our greatest resources for help — parents of students!

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Giving Day Starts Tomorrow!

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Cedarville University Giving Day April 7-8, 2022 Tomorrow starts a special 24 hours of giving at Cedarville University! From noon tomorrow, April 7, to noon Friday, April 8, we are coming together as a community to raise money for student scholarships. Gifts of any size will make a difference and help even more students be able to experience a truly life-transforming Cedarville education!

Will you join us and make a difference in our students' lives?

Give now!

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Join Us for a Day of Giving

Wednesday, March 30, 2022

Cedarville University Giving Day April 7-8, 2022

Save the date — April 7-8 — for a special 24-hour period of giving to Cedarville University. Your gift of any size will help provide scholarships that will allow even more students to experience a life-transforming Cedarville education.

Mark your calendar and plan to join us from noon on April 7 to noon on April 8 as we come together to help Cedarville students. Or, you can give now.

Thank you for giving us the privilege of investing in your student's life. We value your support of Cedarville!

Posted in General Parent Connect

"Beyond Roe v. Wade?" Series

Friday, March 18, 2022

Beyond Roe v. Wade? We are at a critical juncture in our nation’s history, as the Supreme Court considers a case that could overturn Roe v. Wade or greatly restrict abortion laws forever. As believers, we need to be prepared to speak biblical truth into this important issue with Christlike grace and compassion.

Cedarville University invites you to join us for "Beyond Roe v. Wade?," a three-part lecture series that will address this important topic.

Tuesday, March 22, 4 p.m. – "A Historical Perspective and Faith Response – Dr. Mark Caleb Smith
Tuesday, April 5 , 4 p.m. – "Christian Citizenship at a Crossroad" – Panel Discussion
Monday, April 18, 4:30 p.m. – "Caring for Women Facing a Crisis or Unwanted Pregnancy" – Panel Discussion

All events will be about an hour long and will take place in the Center for Biblical and Theological Studies (BTS) 104 or via livestream.

Posted in Events

Upcoming Concert: Handel's MESSIAH, the Easter Portion

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

View of stage in chapel during a concert If you're near campus, join us on Friday, April 1, at 7 p.m. in the Dixon Ministry Center Jeremiah Chapel as Cedarville's Department of Music and Worship presents Handel's MESSIAH, the Easter portion. Guest conductor Peter Stafford Wilson of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra will direct the University Orchestra, faculty solo artists, and a 100-voice choir in a soul-stirring musical event.

Come and rejoice in God's glorious plan of redemption accomplished through our crucified, risen, and returning Savior!

Tickets are $10 for general admission or $5 for students and seniors and can be purchased online.

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M.A. in Innovation Added to Graduate Slate

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Cedarville University is excited to announce a new M.A. in innovation degree, the first of its kind at an evangelical Christian university. This is another example of how Cedarville continues to add in-demand programs that prepare its students well for the future.

And, it addresses the #1 skill employers are seeking: creative problem-solving!

In the fully online M.A. in innovation, students will gain knowledge and practical hands-on skills to lead the way in enacting real change through creative ideas. You’ll learn to think outside the box to find real solutions to consumer and organizational problems. As followers of the Master Creator, we think Christians should be the most creative problem-solvers on the planet!

If this program interests your student, they can start coursework as part of their undergraduate electives without adding any extra cost to their block tuition. And, as with most of our graduate programs, as a parent of a current student, you can enroll in this program and receive a 15% parent discount scholarship.

Learn more about the M.A. in innovation online. We'd love to have you join you us as a Cedarville graduate student!

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Announcing New Placement Rates

Thursday, January 20, 2022

smiling graduates You’ve heard us talk a lot about the quality of a Cedarville education. We're excited to share new information that affirms the results of our efforts and the caliber of our students and alumni.

In a recent survey of our 2021 graduates, we found that an amazing 98.4% of the graduating class was either employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation, even in the middle of a global pandemic! Those are among the very best placement rates you will find and is well above national averages for colleges and universities. Employers seek out Cedarville graduates for their academic preparation, work ethic, and character. Our students are well-prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation.

And, not only are our graduates prepared to obtain good jobs in desirable career fields, they are being equipped to serve God and share the message of the Gospel wherever He leads them. That’s what truly sets Cedarville apart.

P.S. Our Career Services office is one of the big reasons for our graduates' placement success. Career Services offers career fairs each year with hundreds of companies and graduate schools on campus to help students connect with potential employers and build a professional network. The Career Services office also supports students with resume preparation, interview training, internship placements, career interest surveys, advising on choice of major, and much more!

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