Cedarville University

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

CEDARVILLE, OHIO- The following student graduated from Cedarville University in spring 2025 with an undergraduate degree.

The following students graduated from Cedarville University in spring 2025 with a graduate degree.

CEDARVILLE, OHIO- The following students graduated from Cedarville University in spring 2025 with an undergraduate degree.

A health care crisis in America is crippling citizens across the country. Millions of underinsured or uninsured people face a daunting challenge: getting access to life-saving medications. The rising cost of prescription drugs and limited availability through free or low-cost providers is making it more difficult to receive medications in a timely manner - even with a valid prescription. One student from the Cedarville University School of Pharmacy partnered with Health Partners Free Clinic (HPFC) in Troy, Ohio, to develop a business plan that makes prescriptions affordable for any patient who walks in the door.

As communities across the country face an increasing demand for trained emergency medical personnel, Cedarville University's Emergency Medical Services (CUEMS) is answering the call - right from its campus in Cedarville, Ohio. Staffed entirely by state-certified EMTs, the CUEMS team operates together with and under the jurisdiction of the local fire department, granting crew members the ability to respond to 911 emergency calls on campus. Each of the 13 student crew members earns their EMT certification through a university-offered course. Many of them also serve with the Cedarville Township Volunteer Fire Department.

If you wander down the halls of Cedarville University's communication building, you might hear echoes of passionate conversations, bursts of laughter, or a well-timed, dramatic pause. It's not a theatre troupe or a sermon prep class - it's the beating heart of Cedarville's forensics team. No, not fingerprints and crime scenes. This kind of forensics is competitive speech and debate: a battlefield of ideas, storytelling, and the art of persuasion. At the helm is Eric Mishne - part coach, part professor, and all in when it comes to investing in students. With years of experience and a deep passion for communication, Mishne believes forensics is more than a competition. It's about great communicators telling truth - it's about critical thinkers, creative spirits, and storytellers who can weave narratives as enrapturing as a front-porch tale on a summer night. This year, Cedarville's team didn't just show up - they soared, bringing home both state and national titles. Their victories weren't only measured in trophies but in something far deeper. Among the standouts were two freshman twins from Colorado Springs - Cara and Zane Enos. They've been sharpening their minds and practicing their skills together for nearly a decade. Yes, they've had their sibling squabbles, but they've also learned something essential: to love one another and to love God above all else. That, says Coach Mishne, is the real secret to their success.

Despite growing up where the only waves are the ripples in a sea of corn, Sara McElroy of Marietta, Ohio, always had a fascination with the ocean. That passion recently led McElroy, who graduated in May from Cedarville University with a degree in biology, to complete a semester-long Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) internship with the Bermuda Institute for Ocean Sciences (BIOS) through Arizona State University (ASU). "I'm so thankful God gave me this opportunity to see what marine research looks like," said McElroy. "He's such an amazing Creator, and that's what I love about science. As we go deeper and deeper, we see how everything is so intertwined. To take one factor out displaces everything." During the internship, McElroy conducted a research project studying how repeated heat stress affects the protein levels in coral. Her work contributed to a larger project called ENCORE, which focuses on understanding what factors influence coral response to environmental stressors.

Cedarville University's Model United Nations (UN) team brought home a Distinguished Delegation award - one of the top honors - from the National Model United Nations conference held in New York City. Cedarville represented Belarus. "Having so many different cultural backgrounds on the team allowed us to have a broader perspective on global issues and presented more opportunities to connect with other delegates," said Bryn Golson, a history major with an international studies minor. Golson, raised in South Africa, said her upbringing sparked an early interest in international affairs. She now hopes to join the United States Department of State as a diplomat. "Growing up overseas gave me a broader understanding of and appreciation for the complexities of foreign policy and relations," said Golson. "I was excited to hone these skills on the Model UN team and develop other skills necessary for diplomacy, like research, public speaking and listening."

CEDARVILLE, OHIO - There is a growing crisis in intercollegiate athletics, and it goes far deeper than competition and the rising cost to develop a roster. According to the National Athletic Trainers' Association, college athletics is struggling with a labor crisis that began, in essence, with the "Great Resignation" in the post-COVID-19 pandemic. Today, colleges and universities are finding it more difficult to recruit, hire and retain athletic training professionals. Cedarville University allied health faculty and students are involved in combatting this crisis. In 2012, the Ohio Athletic Trainers' Association (OATA), with the help of Cedarville's Dr. Genna Fusco, launched a student senate to organize educational initiatives and help develop the next generation of athletic training leaders.

When Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed from cardiac arrest during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals two years ago, the incident shocked the nation. It also heightened awareness of emergency medical conditions in athletics. Inspired by the lack of research on emergency action planning (EAP) for collegiate athletes, Kyler Conn - a second-year Master of Athletic Training (MAT) student at Cedarville University from Washington Court House, Ohio - launched a study for his master's thesis. He was moved to act after watching Hamlin's medical emergency unfold live on television. Conn's research aims to examine how EAPs are currently implemented and to promote best practices for emergency preparedness in collegiate athletic programs nationwide.

A team of Cedarville University senior engineering students is preparing to launch a high-powered rocket as part of NASA's prestigious Student Launch competition. This nationwide challenge tests the ingenuity and collaboration of the next generation of engineers. Cedarville's team, comprised of students in mechanical, electrical and computer engineering, will participate in a local launch on Saturday, April 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., depending on weather conditions. The launch will be held during the Wright Stuff Rocketeers (WSR) High Power Launch at 5995 Federal Road in Cedarville, Ohio, with support from WSR, the team's National Association of Rocketry (NAR)-certified sponsor.

Cedarville University made its debut at the 16th annual Aerospace Propulsion Outreach Program (APOP) poster session on April 17, presenting an innovative variable nozzle design at the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio. Hosted by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) in collaboration with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Propulsion Directorate, APOP provides undergraduate engineering students with a hands-on opportunity to collaborate with Air Force engineers on real-world aerospace propulsion challenges.

He cracked the code and now the Greene County Commissioners are going to honor him for this national accomplishment. Kaicheng Ye, a senior from Beavercreek, Ohio will be recognized by the Greene County Commissioners on Friday, May 2 for successfully solving the 2022 NSA Codebreaker Challenge. Out of 6,000 participants nationwide, only 100 individuals solved the challenge, placing Ye among an elite group of cybersecurity problem-solvers.

Engineering is one of the fastest-growing career fields in the world, but not all countries provide students with a pathway for engineering education. One engineering senior design team at Cedarville University is addressing this need with the development of SafeTown, an affordable, educational autonomous robot kit that can teach engineering fundamentals anywhere in the world. Before the project has even been completed, SafeTown is already making impacts in engineering education opportunities. Through a Cedarville connection with the Central Asia Engineering Dentistry Medicine Institute (CAEDMI), the student-developed autonomous robot kit will soon be utilized in real classrooms across Central Asia.