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The Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro and Dodge Challenger have long defined American automotive appearance and performance. But behind every sleek exterior and precision detail lies the imagination of designers who shape the future of the industry. Cedarville Design Students Take on Automotive Challenge Seniors from Cedarville University's industrial and innovative design program studying at the International Center for Creativity (ICC) in Dublin, Ohio, recently tackled both the rewards and challenges of automotive design in a five-week intensive course. Working in brand-specific teams for the Mustang, Camaro and Challenger, the senior class envisioned the "2035 Pony Car," a forward-looking concept and modeling project that taught real-world industry practices through hands-on experience.

Feeling isolated on a college campus is not unusual - according to the American College Health Association, nearly 60% of college students report feeling lonely or isolated. A new student organization at Cedarville University decided to do something about it. Their solution? Get outside together. Their desire for connection and love for the outdoors led to the creation of CU Outings, a student organization focused on hiking, backpacking, rock climbing and other outdoor activities. For its members, outdoor adventures aren't just about conquering new trails or climbs - they're a way to build a community and recharge mentally amid the demands of college life.

A group of third graders dashed across a field, ropes in hand, learning about transportation the cowboy way. It wasn't a field trip - it was a classroom without walls where student teachers swapped worksheets for Wild West adventures. When planning her lessons, Professor Candace Nelson often considers whether her students would rather learn about transportation by doing a worksheet, listening to a lecture or stepping into an activity like roping a cow. She would always choose the cow. An adjunct professor of education at Cedarville University, Nelson leads a senior-level course called Teaching Primary Social Studies designed to give education majors hands-on experience in lesson planning and event preparation. The course culminates in Geography Day, a two-day social studies event hosted by Cedarville University's student teachers for third-grade students at Cedarville Elementary School.

Minecraft has more than 204 million monthly players and over 300 million copies sold, making it the best-selling video game in history, according to Global Tech Stack - but few have used it like Caleb Miller. Miller, a Cedarville University geology student from Clarksville, Ohio, transformed real-world geographic and lidar data into a block-by-block digital replica of his campus, turning a classroom assignment into a creative blend of scientific accuracy and sandbox design. For Miller, the project began in his advanced geographic information systems (GIS) course. "It wasn't even my idea," Miller said. "I just needed a project for my advanced GIS class, and my professor mentioned recreating a campus in Minecraft. I thought, why not?"

CEDARVILLE, OHIO - When nearly 200 nations gather this month to discuss the planet's future, two Cedarville University students will join the conversation as voices of faith. From Nov. 10-21, world leaders, United Nations representatives, scientists and members of civil society will convene in Belem, Brazil, for the 30th annual Conference of the Parties (COP30), a global climate summit organized under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Among this year's attendees are two Cedarville students: Connor Cavey, a senior environmental science student from Pine Plains, New York, and Madeline "Kit" Lason, a senior biology student with a zoology emphasis from Gilbert, Arizona. Both students have been selected to attend COP30 through the Christian Climate Observers Program, founded in 2015 to equip Christian professionals to integrate faith with environmental engagement on a global stage.

In one of America's fiercest battleground districts, where partisan divides run deep and voices grow ever louder, a Cedarville University sophomore found purpose, perspective and a front-row seat to democracy in action. Internship Offers Frontline Look at Political Division In January 2024, U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans narrowly won the election to represent Colorado's 8th Congressional District, claiming victory by less than a percentage point. The seat quickly became one of the most closely watched in the country. Grace Olivia Eddy, a sophomore who is majoring in history from Denver, Colorado, spent her summer as a congressional intern in Evans' district office, gaining firsthand insight into the mechanics - and tensions - of American politics. Eddy hopes to attend law school and pursue a career as a constitutional attorney.

Saving Lives Through Pharmacy Care CEDARVILLE, OHIO - According to the World Health Organization (WHO), vaccines prevent an estimated 3.5 to 5 million deaths worldwide annually. At Cedarville University's School of Pharmacy, students are equipped with the hands-on skills to deliver life-saving immunizations in their communities. Students Serve on the Front Lines Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) students Hayden Lee of Cedarville, Ohio, and Blair Woodard of Cicero, Indiana, put their pharmacy skills to work last month by administering more than 100 vaccines to individuals at the Middletown Hospice Center and Brookhaven Nursing Home and Assisted Living in the Dayton area. By serving patients across a wide range of ages - from young adults to senior citizens - Lee and Woodard delivered essential vaccination care during one of the busiest times of the year for illness.

In 2024, more than 450 refugees arrived in the greater Dayton area - many from the Democratic Republic of the Congo - bringing new languages, cultures and stories to southwestern Ohio. How can local residents best connect with them and help them bridge the cultural change? Serving Refugees Through Friendship and Faith Students from Cedarville University are serving these refugees through International Family Night (IFN), a monthly event held at Beavercreek Christian Church. In this program, the students build relationships by playing board games, sharing meals, studying the Bible and providing academic tutoring. Focusing on a need in the local community may not be a normal Friday night plan for college students, but these Cedarville students are excited to travel to the church to make a gospel impact.

As the leaves turn red and the weather grows cold, people look forward to the holidays - gathering around tables for festive meals with family and friends. But not every table will be full this year. As food prices rise, food banks are struggling to provide healthy protein options to address community hunger, and one Cedarville University student is rallying fellow hunters to help. Ben Heady, a senior from Arlington, Indiana, studying business management and music, launched The One Arrow Mission, an initiative to supply 1,500 pounds of venison to the food bank serving Jamestown and Cedarville.

In the United States, about 1.3 million people live in nursing homes, many facing loneliness, memory loss and emotional isolation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A group of Cedarville University students have created a program to help the elderly by offering encouragement, prayer and companionship just miles from campus. Crossroads Ministries: Weekly Visits Rooted in Compassion Crossroads Ministries, a student organization at Cedarville, shares hope and encouragement with elderly residents who live in a nursing facility in Xenia, Ohio. The group meets once a week to make crafts for the residents and distributes the gifts during weekly visits.

When people invest in others - personally, professionally and spiritually - they often spark a ripple effect that shapes futures. Across the nation, leaders are embracing this mindset, mentoring and equipping those who follow. Bill Montgomery, president and CEO of The River Radio in Columbus, Ohio, models mentorship and servant leadership in the lives of his employees at the leading Christian radio station in Ohio and his students at Cedarville University. Montgomery has taught as an adjunct instructor in the department of communication since 2012.

As Veterans Day approaches, Cedarville University's Army ROTC cadets will pay tribute to Capt. Charles Robinson, a Cedarville alumnus and U.S. Army Green Beret who gave his life in Afghanistan 20 years ago. The Capt. Charles Robinson Memorial Workout, marking the 20th anniversary of his death, will take place Friday, Nov. 7, in Cedarville University's Doden Field House with sessions at 6, 7 and 8 a.m. Participants will complete a series of exercises designed to reflect Robinson's legacy of strength and perseverance. Donations to support the Green Beret Foundation will be accepted at the entrance.

According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women in the United States -13 percent - will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. As women navigate the emotional and physical challenges of the disease, undergraduate students from Cedarville University's School of Pharmacy are partnering with Pink Ribbon Good to conduct research aimed at improving patients' quality of life. Pink Ribbon Good (PRG), a nonprofit based in Dayton, Ohio, collaborates with local and national healthcare providers to serve women and families affected by breast and gynecological cancers by offering free healthy meals, rides to treatment, house cleaning essentials and peer support.

A new generation of Cedarville University students is integrating faith and science to shape the future of environmental policy and stewardship through hands-on research at the Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies. Through Cedarville's long-standing partnership with the Michigan-based institute, students gain immersive, field-based learning experiences led by Christian experts committed to environmental sustainability and biblical stewardship. "The Au Sable Institute partnership allows our students to engage directly with professionals and researchers in the field," said Dr. Mark Gathany, professor of biology and Cedarville's campus representative for the institute. "They gain valuable experience that helps them stand out to employers and graduate programs."

CEDARVILLE, OHIO - This fall, Cedarville welcomed its largest freshman class to date, including transfer students from around the world. Every year, about an eighth of those transfers come from Word of Life Bible Institute, an accredited Bible program with 19 campuses worldwide. Grace Anderson, a sophomore majoring in Spanish and biblical studies from Goshen, Indiana, transferred from the Word of Life campus in Argentina. Katherine Dunham, a junior majoring in professional writing and information design from Cedarville, Ohio, arrived from the Schroon Lake, New York, campus.

In hospital rooms, rural clinics and global crisis zones alike, Cedarville University nursing graduates have spent the past 40 years delivering care marked by compassion, skill and Christ-centered purpose. That journey began in 1985, when 30 students became the first to graduate from Cedarville's School of Nursing. This fall, the university celebrated homecoming by honoring the inaugural class and the legacy it launched. Since awarding its first degrees, the School of Nursing has grown significantly. For the 2025-26 academic year, 478 undergraduate nursing students are enrolled, along with more than 170 online graduate students in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and 21 students enrolled in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs.

On Sept. 25, the Cedarville chapter of Lambda Pi Eta, the national honor society for communication, inducted 26 communication students for outstanding academic performance. Before receiving this honor, the inductees completed at least 60 credit hours with a 3.5 major GPA. The ceremony was held to celebrate their hard work and encourage them to persevere. Dr. Charles Elliott, senior professor of communication, led the ceremony. "The society promotes academic excellence in communication studies, fosters interest in the communication field, facilitates discussions and exchanges of ideas and builds strong relationships between faculty and students," said Elliott.

CEDARVILLE, OHIO - As sports medicine evolves, so does the need for pharmacists to understand the connection between performance, recovery and compliance. From managing pain medications and supplements to navigating anti-doping rules, pharmacists are becoming essential members of the athlete care team. Sports pharmacy is gaining attention as a critical but often overlooked part of the field. At the forefront of this emerging specialty is Hayden Lee, a former collegiate football player now pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Cedarville University.

Fighting Metastatic Breast Cancer, One Gene at a Time Cedarville University senior contributes to breakthrough research on deadly cancer CEDARVILLE, OHIO -- Metastatic breast cancer remains one of the most devastating forms of cancer, claiming the lives of more than 42,000 people in the United States each year, according to cancer.org. In recognition of the ongoing fight against this disease, researchers and advocates spotlight its impact every October 13 on Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day. Despite growing awareness, the question persists: what more can be done to slow the spread of this aggressive cancer? At Cedarville University, one student is working to find answers. Matthew Lacey, a senior molecular biology major from Clarkston, Michigan, spent his summer contributing to cutting-edge research at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. There, in the Dr. Susan Waltz Laboratory, he focused on understanding the biology of metastatic cancer-work aimed at uncovering new ways to reduce its deadly progression.

A Cedarville University student group is launching a national organization to support Christian entrepreneurs on college campuses across the country. Entrepreneurs for Christ, or EFC, was launched in August and hosted their kickoff event on Sept. 27. This change was the vision of Dr. Kary Oberbrunner, Berry chair and assistant professor of entrepreneurship, and Will Woods, a junior finance major from Armagh, Pennsylvania, who serves as president of the Cedarville chapter. EFC has already captured the attention of Texas A&M and Liberty University, and students there are planning to start chapters next spring. EFC aims to support aspiring Christian entrepreneurs by facilitating community, building networks and providing exposure.

Fighting for Life: Cedarville Students Help File Bill To Abolish Abortion HB370 would recognize unborn children as humans, making abortion a crime in Ohio. CEDARVILLE, OHIO - The abortion debate has raged for more than two centuries, with passionate voices on all sides. Some advocate for pro-choice policies, emphasizing a woman's right to make decisions about her own body. Others identify as pro-life, seeking laws and restrictions to abortions to protect unborn children. A third and increasingly vocal group are abolitionists, who seek to outlaw abortion entirely, treating it as homicide from the moment of conception.

In the Middle East, soccer is life. With only a ball and their shoes to mark a goal, children play in the streets every day. That's how Daniel and Matthew Leo grew up. Because their parents are heavily involved with international charity work and are currently running a Christian hospital overseas, they spent their childhood in Yemen, Oman, Lebanon and, most recently, the United Arab Emirates.

When given the choice to compete in the 2028 Summer Olympics or pursue an undergraduate degree, Gracen Fletcher said, "Why not both?" The athlete from Boonville, Indiana, grew up around archery, but her recent success in the sport has been game changing. On March 8, 2025, Fletcher became the only woman to shoot a perfect 900 score over three days at the 2025 Vegas Shoot, placing first in the championship compound women's category. The Vegas Shoot, a prominent indoor archery competition, allows both professional and novice athletes to compete against one another. Fletcher's score has only been achieved by eight other women in the event's seven-decade history.

Businesses toil over cold calls and email campaigns to generate sales, often with poor results. Aaron Perry, a senior majoring in economics at Cedarville University from Overland Park, Kansas, is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to turn unresponsive contacts into paying clients through his new business, Misogi AI Solutions. Perry noticed there are many services to generate lists of potential clients, or leads, but businesses lack the resources to effectively follow up with them, leaving contacts unused in a database. Sales representatives rarely have time to reengage the leads, so businesses are forced to accept the loss.

Imagine not having access to the Bible - or if it is accessible, not having it in a language you understand. Cedarville University is preparing its students for the important work of Bible translation: to help overcome this gospel hurdle. According to the Wycliffe Global Alliance, of the 7,396 world languages, only 756 have access to the complete Bible in their native tongue. With so many people groups still unable to access God's Word, people like Rebecca Neely, who is working with Pioneer Bible Translators, are working to fill the gap.

Ellie Wyse, a senior psychology major at Cedarville University, didn't always know she wanted to pursue a career in mental healthcare. But two life-changing events during her high school years set her course for a future of providing others with the same compassionate care that helped her heal. What started as a normal school day on May 7, 2019, turned into a nightmare for Wyse and many other classmates. Two students from Wyse's school started a mass shooting that killed one student and seriously injured eight others.

As the global demand for sustainable transportation grows and environmental concerns intensify, engineering students across the Americas are racing to design vehicles that go farther on less fuel. At the forefront of this effort is the Shell EcoMarathon Americas (SEMA) 2025, held in Indianapolis in April - a collegiate competition challenging students to push the boundaries of fuel efficiency through innovation, precision, and real-world application of engineering principles. Cedarville University's Supermileage team emerged as a standout at this year's event, earning first place in the Prototype Vehicle Design category and fourth in the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Prototype division. Competing against teams from North and South America, Cedarville impressed judges with its streamlined vehicle, featuring flush-mounted windows and a laser alignment system that enabled steering accuracy within 0.007 degrees - or seven-thousandths of a degree.

Imagine standing at the edge of the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), taking in the echoes of history that still ripple through the air. Or worshiping underground in a Roman catacomb, where early Christians once risked their lives for their faith. These powerful moments await Cedarville University students this summer as they embark on two new study abroad trips that promise to transform not just their understanding of the world, but their sense of purpose. Cedarville University's unique approach to its study abroad program makes it stand out from similar programs at other universities. In partnership with vetted and approved programs in Israel, Ireland, and Germany, Cedarville offers a diverse selection of immersive experiences, including faculty-guided trips with a carefully developed curriculum tailored for each destination.

Students at Cedarville University have been named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester. This recognition requires the student to obtain a 3.50 GPA or higher for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Students at Cedarville University have been named to the Dean's Honor List for the Spring 2025 semester. This recognition requires the student to obtain a 3.75 GPA or higher for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.