Computer Information
CedarNet/CedarInfo
When you visit Cedarville University’s student homepage, you are accessing Cedarville’s computer network, CedarNet. From the student homepage, you can log into CedarInfo where you can view your schedule, post office box information, grades, transcript, financial account and hundreds of other useful pieces of information.
Computing at the ‘Ville
Computer lab hours and location are listed on information technology's Computer Labs page. Please contact computerhelp@cedarville.edu or call 937- 766-7905 if you have any questions about the technology resources that are available to you. You will receive help with computer programs available to Cedarville students, University expectations on computer use, how to connect your own computer to the campus network, as well as other questions.
Login Name/Password
Access to CedarInfo and your class requires a login. Your password is the password you set when you applied. If you don’t remember your login or password, please contact the help desk in Information Technology at 937- 766- 7905 and the attendant will guide you in resetting your password.
Moodle
Most professors use a web-based delivery system called Moodle. Log in to Moodle using your Cedarville username and password (moodle.cedarville.edu). When you're logged in to Moodle, complete the Getting Started in Moodle: Orientation for Students course (available about two weeks before your course start date) listed in the My Courses section. Official and current course syllabi will be available in Moodle on the course start date. Your professor can answer specific questions about a course or provide navigation instructions for the course.
Student Email Account
Email is one of the most crucial forms of communication at Cedarville University, especially for your professors. Beginning one week prior to the start of class, you should begin checking your Cedarville Google email account DAILY, and check it every day until class ends. Even if you are not using your email account for class communication, please check it on a regular basis. To access your email account, use the same login and password that you use for CedarInfo.
Student Life Information
“Break by the Lake”
Each week we will have a snack break called “Break by the Lake.” This is a great time to get to know your professors and other students! Watch for email reminders.
Campus Map
View the online campus map. A printable PDF is also available on that page for your reference.
Cedarville Covenant
Cedarville University students affirm yearly their commitment to the Covenant. “We are a community of believers accountable to one another, called to reflect the character of Jesus Christ and to be obedient to His Word. We will be faithful in our support for the local church and in our practice of the spiritual disciplines. We will practice biblical principles of encouragement, exhortation, and reconciliation. We commit ourselves to integrity, kindness, purity, and self-control; and to continual growth in scholarship, leadership, and service.
Therefore, as members of the Cedarville community, we regularly affirm our commitment to the Cedarville Covenant with this pledge: We will love God and others, live with integrity and pursue excellence in all we do.”
Class Dress
Summer School class dress for men includes dress shirts, sport shirts, sweatshirts or t-shirts and pants or jeans (no shorts). Class dress for women includes dresses, blouses, sweatshirts, or t-shirts and skirts, slacks, capris, or jeans (no shorts). Class dress for all students includes appropriate footwear.
Courses
You will be registered for class as soon as we receive your deposit. To see your class schedule, log in to "CedarInfo." This link is found on the student home page.
Disability Services
The Academic Enrichment Center (The Cove) ensures that students with documented disabilities are provided equal access to educational programs, services, and activities. If you believe you need academic accommodations because of the impact of a disability, please complete an Application for Disability Services and submit the application to Marcy Van Meter, Disabilities Compliance Coordinator. Cedarville University requests a one-month processing time for all applications to Disability Services. For more information, or to access the application and details on necessary documentation, visit the disability services website, or call 937-766-3845.
Health
Cedarville University Medical Services is closed during the summer months. UMS has coallated an online listing of local health providers. Students should bring their insurance cards with them.
Housing
During May Term, the men will reside in McChesney Hall, and the women will reside in McKinney Hall. During June Term, the men will reside in Lawlor Hall and the women will reside in Printy Hall. Each air-conditioned room houses two students and is furnished with two beds, two desks and chairs, and a dresser. Student Life's on campus housing page has more detailed information about the residence halls. New students staying in the dorm need to contact Student Life to arrange a move-in time (937-766-7872)
Laundry
Each residence hall has a laundry room. Coin-operated washers and dryers are available to all residence hall students.
Meals
May Term residents may purchase a meal plan with three all-you-can-eat meals Monday through Friday, brunch and dinner on Saturday, and lunch on Sunday. The first contract meal is breakfast on Tuesday, May 7; the last meal is dinner on Friday, May 24.
June Term residents may purchase a meal plan with three all-you-can-eat meals Monday through Friday brunch and dinner on Saturday, and lunch on Sunday. The first contract meal is breakfast on Monday, June 10; the last contract meal is dinner on Friday, June 21.
Students may bring mini-fridges to store food in their rooms. Microwave ovens are also permitted.
Money
Payment of both the May and June Term school bill is due May 6. You may pay at the cashiers’ office in the lower level of the Stevens Student Center or you may mail payment to:
Cedarville University
ATTN: Cashiers Office
251 N. Main St.
Cedarville, OH 45314
Please make your check out to Cedarville University and write your student ID number on the face of your check. Credit card payments may be made online through CedarInfo, under “Financial Transactions” (EZ-Pay). EZ-Pay offers students the convenience of electronic payments deducted directly from your checking or savings account or on Visa, Mastercard and Discover credit/debit cards with a 2.5% convenience fee.
Plan to bring $50–$100 in spending money for special activities. The cost of textbooks depends on which classes you choose to take. Notepaper, pens, and miscellaneous school supplies are not included in the program fee.
Personal Items and Snacks
A small grocery store, Winner’s Market, is located just across the street from the University. In addition, Mom & Dad’s Dairy Bar, Subway, a local pizza shop, and some coffee houses are available in town.
Phones
Students are encouraged to bring a cell phone and charger. Land lines are not available during Summer School. Students who do not have cell phones can use Google Chat, FaceTime (if they have an Apple product), or Skype (if their phone or personal computer has a camera).
Recreation
The Fitness Center is available to all summer school students; you must have your student ID card to enter. For more information about the university recreational facilities and Recreation Center hours, please visit the recreation center website.
Security
Campus safety and security staff are on duty 24 hours a day and can be reached at 937-239-6491 or 999 from a campus phone. Campus Safety is located in the Service Center.
Student ID number and ID card
Although your name is certainly valued and can be used to access many information files, your ID number is your permanent identifier at Cedarville University. Your ID number will always be the key to your Cedarville information. Your student ID number is at the top of this page.
As soon as you can, you will need to stop at Campus Safety to obtain your student ID card. The ID card will be used to get into the cafeteria, borrow books from the library, and gain access to the fitness center equipment.
Textbooks
The bookstore is located on campus on the first floor of the Stevens Student Center. Students can find textbook information or may purchase textbooks through the University Bookstore website. On the Bookstore website, click on the “order textbook” icon or the word “textbooks” at the top of the screen. Then select the “View your course schedule and textbook requirements” link. You will need to log in with your username and password to see your schedule. Select the textbook link next to each course to view your textbook information.
Most books can be purchased from any textbook source; however, some must be purchased through Cedarville’s bookstore. Check your syllabus for this information.
Vehicle Registration
If you brought a car to campus or are commuting, you’ll need to register your car. You may do this at Campus Safety or online through CedarInfo.
Computer Information
CedarNet/CedarInfo
When you visit Cedarville University’s student homepage, you are accessing Cedarville’s computer network, CedarNet. As you are probably aware, the Student Homepage is the hub of your online involvement. CedarInfo is where you can view your personal information, such as your schedule, grades, transcript, financial account, and other useful pieces of information.
Login Name/Password
Access to CedarInfo and your class requires a login. Your password is the password you set when you applied. If you don’t remember your login or password, please contact the help desk in information technology at (937) 766-7905 and the attendant will guide you in resetting your password.
Moodle
Online courses use a web-based delivery system called Moodle. Log in to Moodle using your Cedarville username and password (moodle.cedarville.edu). When you're logged in to Moodle, complete the Getting Started in Moodle: Orientation for Students course (available about two weeks before your course start date) listed in the My Courses section. Official and current course syllabi will be available in Moodle on the course start date. Your
professor can answer specific questions about a course or provide navigation instructions for the course. If this is your first online course, view Online Courses for general assistance with online courses.
You can expect to receive a welcome email from your professor close to the beginning of class. Please watch your Cedarville Google account for this email. It will likely contain important information for a successful start to your course.
Prepare your technology.
Information technology (IT) provides basic requirements for student computers, whether a student is on-campus
or online.
Student Email Account
Email is one of the most crucial forms of communication at Cedarville University, especially for your professors. Beginning one week prior to the start of class, you should begin checking your Cedarville email account DAILY, and check it every day until class ends (cedarville.edu/google). To access your email account, use the same login and password that you use for CedarInfo. All official email correspondence from the University will be sent to this account. Your professor and class peers will also expect you to check your email frequently.
Course Information
Study online successfully.
Review tips to help you have a successful online experience.
Syllabus
It is your responsibility to read through the syllabus for the class. The syllabus is the professor’s outline of the course and will include project due dates and exam dates.
Textbooks
Students can find textbook information or may purchase textbooks through the
University Bookstore. On the Bookstore site, click on the "order textbook" icon or the word "textbooks" at the top of the screen. Then select the "View your course schedule and textbook requirements" link. You will need to log in with your username and password to see your schedule. Select the textbook link next to each course to view your textbook information.
Other Information
Library
Review the Off Campus Library Services (PDF document) and access videos and tutorials provided by the Centennial Library staff. Students can find their 14-digit library ID number through CedarInfo in the Academic (Student) Transactions area.
All Cedarville students visiting Cedarville's Centennial Library on campus or OhioLink member libraries must present their Cedarville student ID card to check out resources from the library. Students who access only online resources from Centennial Library or the OhioLink system only need their library ID number, which can be found in CedarInfo.
Paying Your Bill
Once you are registered, your student account will be charged for tuition and any applicable fees. You may print your invoice by logging into CedarInfo. In the top right-hand corner you will see the heading “Financial Transactions.” Under that heading you will see the link “View your current invoice.”
Payment in full is due for Summer IIII (online courses) May 20. You may mail payment to:
Cedarville University
ATTN: Cashiers Office
251 N. Main St.
Cedarville, OH 45314
Please make your check out to Cedarville University, and write your student ID number on the face of your check. Credit card payments may be made online through CedarInfo, under “Financial Transactions” (EZ-Pay). EZ-Pay offers students the convenience of electronic payments deducted directly from your checking or savings account or on Visa, Mastercard and Discover credit/debit cards with a 2.5% convenience fee.
Count Down
- One week before your course begins:
- Verify your Moodle access by logging in to Moodle.
- After logging in to Moodle, complete or review the Getting Started in Moodle: Orientation for
Students course.
- The day your course begins:
- Access your Google Mail account and read the welcome email from your course
professor.
- Access Moodle and select your course from the course list.
- After selecting your course, access the course website and review the following: course syllabus (near the top
of the page) and assignments (on the assignment tab in the syllabus).
- Complete any assigned introductory activities.