How Important Is a University's Doctrinal Statement?
Friday, December 6, 2024
Like your local church, Christian colleges all have a statement of beliefs. As you research and visit different institutions with your student, how important is it to consider each college's doctrinal statement?
First, know that a doctrinal statement provides the general framework within which the university will be offering its education. It is a good idea to review the statements (most are posted online) to ensure you are comfortable with the direction. If you have questions about what you read, this is a great opportunity to involve your pastor to provide insights.
Second, ask Christian universities if their faculty sign the doctrinal statement as a condition of employment. Not all do. Knowing that faculty will be teaching in line with the institution's stated beliefs provides a point of accountability to you as a parent. Are you comfortable that the faculty at the university will uphold the beliefs that are most important to your family?
In today's post, you'll read about the importance of Cedarville's Doctrinal Statement and how it informs Cedarville's approach to Christ-centered higher education.
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Athletics at Cedarville
Friday, October 25, 2024
At Cedarville, we do athletics very differently from other universities. Yes, our student-athletes train and compete hard to win on the court, field, or track. But that's not the most important thing. Read today's post to discover what makes Cedarville Athletics like no other.
This is what your future Cedarville student will experience as an athlete or fan!
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Successful Transition to Post High School Life – A Conversation With Kim Ahlgrim
Thursday, October 24, 2024
In the final podcast in our series, Heidi St. John and Kim Ahlgrim talk tips for a “Successful Transition to Post High School Life.” What does it look like for your child to learn responsible independence? What steps can you be taking now to set your children up for success? And how will your relationship with your child change in a way that will bless you both in a whole new way during their time in college and beyond?
This episode is available on Spotify and YouTube.
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Studying Fine Arts From a Biblical Perspective – A Conversation With Sandra Yang
Thursday, October 17, 2024
In her interview with Heidi St. John, Dr. Sandra Yang talks about “Studying Fine Arts from a Biblical Perspective.” In a culture where art often comes from a secular point of view, what benefits can Christians get from thoughtfully engaging with art? How can you guide your student in interacting with art from biblical ground? And how can studying art help your student engage with the culture for Christ in a transformative way?
Hear about all this and more on today’s podcast episode, available now on Spotify and YouTube.
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Cedarville Is Homeschool-Friendly
Friday, October 11, 2024
If you’re a homeschooling parent, you probably have specific concerns when considering where to send your son or daughter to college to continue the education you've given them. Our president, Dr. Thomas White, understands. He's a homeschooling dad himself.
Read today's post to watch a video of Dr. White highlighting what makes Cedarville University homeschool-friendly.
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A Bold, Biblical Approach to Geology
Friday, October 4, 2024
At Cedarville, we approach the study of geology differently from most universities — even ones that identify as "Christian." As with every program we offer, our geology program boldly acknowledges the Bible as the ultimate framework for research and study without sacrificing academic excellence. We are unashamed to adhere to a literal, six-day account of creation and recognize God as the Creator of all life. We are honored to be an Answers in Genesis preferred partner and an invited exhibitor at their annual college expo.
Read today's post to learn more and watch a video of a student trip to the Grand Canyon.
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Podcast: How To Raise Entrepreneurial Kids – A Conversation with Dr. Kary Oberbrunner
Thursday, October 3, 2024
How can your student navigate being in the world but not of the world? How can you teach them to productively engage with new technologies without losing the chance to use their God-given gifts? How can they learn to “lead with value” as they engage with a lost culture? “How To Raise Entrepreneurial Kids,” a Heidi St. John podcast with Cedarville University's Dr. Kary Oberbrunner, answers these important questions to help you prepare your student for their college journey.
Listen to today’s podcast on Spotify or YouTube. Plus, stay tuned for future podcasts with Cedarville faculty and staff on Heidi St. John’s channel.
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Why Do We Require a Bible Minor for All Students?
Friday, September 27, 2024
At Cedarville University, we take our mission statement very seriously: "Cedarville University transforms lives through excellent education and intentional discipleship in submission to biblical authority.” Not only is there biblical integration in every course, but all students complete a Bible minor as a part of their academic program. Always among our students’ favorites, Bible classes stretch them to think about God, His Word, and His world in whole new ways.
In today's post, you'll learn about the different courses that make up Cedarville's Bible minor and hear from our president about the difference it can make in your student's life.
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Welcome to Parent Prep – Discover Top 4 Ways Parents Support the College Search
Friday, August 16, 2024
Welcome to Cedarville University's Parent Prep resource blog! We are excited to provide you with information and resources to assist as you walk with your student through the college search and decision process.
Every week you will receive a new post about an important topic, such as financial aid tips and information, ways students can graduate from college with a strong faith, making the most of a campus visit, and so much more!
Read today's post for our Top 4 recommendations on how you can best help your student through the college search process this year. Although parents usually do not make the final college choice for their student, they do contribute to narrowing down the choices, even before the college search begins. We want to help as you start this all-important journey with your student.
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Summer Academic Camps
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Your student’s college experience is just around the corner. It's time for them to explore their options and prepare for the future … all while having an unforgettable summer experience, full of new friends and
great memories! That's exactly what Cedarville’s summer Academic Camps will let them do!
While your student explores a career field, camp faculty will challenge them to make their career their calling. They will be challenged to consider how their gifts, skills, and interests can make a difference in this world for Christ. We've packed the schedule with fun activities, too, so students return home with new friends and great memories!
Read today's post to find out how your student can apply and register to become a part of Cedarville University's summer experience today!
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5 Questions to Ask About College Dorm Life
Friday, March 8, 2024
Choosing a major, figuring out a financial plan, and researching the spiritual climate are all important steps in choosing a Christian college. However, there is another vital piece that your student must consider —
dorm life!
As you and your student are looking at different colleges, you’ll quickly discover that not all dorm life is created equal. In today's post, we offer 5 questions that you should ask about dorm life at each of the colleges that your student may be considering. And, you'll discover what makes Cedarville's residence life truly unique!
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How a College's Graduation Rate Can Save You Money
Friday, February 23, 2024
We all know students who started their four-year college journey… six years ago. Whether they are struggling to pass classes, basking in the learning experience, or simply switching their major too many times, their college education can quickly acquire an even larger price tag when eight semesters turn into 12.
One of the best ways a university can save you money is to help your student graduate on time. Consider the additional costs if students take five or more years to finish. Consider the cost if they never complete their educational goals!
At Cedarville, we make it a priority to help students graduate on time, saving them money but more importantly, allowing them to begin using their career to make an impact for Christ sooner. Today's post provides helpful information about graduation rates and what to consider as you compare college options.
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Answering 5 Important Questions About College Affordability
Friday, February 9, 2024
We understand that choosing a college for your son or daughter is a big decision. As you help your student work through the process, you probably have a lot of questions. In today's post, we provide thoughtful answers to five of the most common questions we hear from parents about college costs and affordability.
As always, you may contact our Admissions office at 1-800-CEDARVILLE. We are here to serve you in any way we can!
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Growing Spiritually in College
Thursday, February 8, 2024
As a parent, you want your student to receive a high-quality education and be prepared to succeed in his or her chosen
vocation. But as a Christian parent, you also want your student to grow in his or her faith and be transformed to live a life that honors God in everything they do. At Cedarville University, you can be assured of both.
In today’s post, guest writer Aaron Cook, Director of Discipleship Ministries at Cedarville University, shares how his experience as a student at Cedarville changed his life, and how Cedarville is still intentionally changing students’ lives today.
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Don't Let College Undermine Your Student's Faith
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Your student’s college years are critical to forming their worldview, and where they go matters. Will they choose a secular university with a humanistic worldview, a university that is Christian in name only, or a genuinely Christian university that will build upon the biblical worldview you have taught in your home? In a newly released video, Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, discusses how to prepare your student for this critical college decision. He shares questions to consider to make sure your student’s faith stays strong during the important college years. The video is long but well worth your time.
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4 Reasons Why Teaching Creation at a Christian College Is Important
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
When
it comes to their science departments, most Christian universities and colleges either ignore the issue of creation and Genesis altogether, or they promote theistic evolution or some other harmonization of Genesis. There are only a handful of schools
that believe that Genesis is historically accurate and forms a foundation for science, the Bible, and Christian education. In today's post, Dr. John Whitmore, Senior Professor of Geology at Cedarville University, shares four reasons why Cedarville holds
true to a biblical, literal six-day Creation, and why we always will.
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Celebrating Highlights From the Past Year
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
As we begin a new calendar year, it's a great time to reflect on God's goodness to Cedarville University in 2023. Whether your student has already made a final decision to enroll at Cedarville next year or is still working through the decision, we'd like to share our president's 2023 Highlights of the Year video and report with you.
Please take time to read this report in today's Parent Prep, and be encouraged about the truly life-transforming education your son or daughter will experience at Cedarville University.
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Cedarville Stories From New Students and Parents
Friday, September 8, 2023
What would make nine students from a single high school graduating class all choose Cedarville University? Why are parents excited to have their students here? And what makes Cedarville so special, anyway?
As you continue to work through college decisions with your high school senior, we think you'll enjoy this recent Cedarville Stories podcast featuring three current freshmen plus two of their parents.
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President's Chapel Series
Friday, August 25, 2023
For 70 years (1953-2023), daily chapel has been the heartbeat of Cedarville University — the time when students, faculty, and staff gather each weekday for dynamic worship and powerful preaching. Chapel is just one way we help our students grow in their walk with Christ, and most students consider chapel a highlight of their Cedarville education! If you really want to understand Cedarville culture and what makes us "tick," you need to experience chapel.
This year in his chapel series titled "Justified, Forgiven, Alive in Christ," our president, Dr. Thomas White, is preaching through the book of Romans, looking at how Christ's death has set us free from the penalty of sin.
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New Magazine From Cedarville University
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
We recently released our spring issue of Cedarville Magazine, and we'd like to share it with you. Published three times a year, Cedarville Magazine tells the story of Cedarville University and the people and programs that make us unique. In the current issue, “Called to Communicate,” you’ll learn about the people and the programs that make Cedarville’s Department of Communication so special. We’re preparing graduates with the tools to communicate effectively and boldly for Christ.
Get to know Cedarville in the pages of Cedarville Magazine. More than anything, we hope you'll see on every page that Cedarville stands firmly for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus.
There is still time to secure your student's spot in the incoming fall class by paying the reservation deposit. The deposit is due May 1.
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