Public Relations

Cedarville University senior Jenna Stout won first place Feb. 6 at The Pitch for BrightPond Designs, earning $1,000. Her hands-on fraction visualization tools help middle school students and teachers make abstract concepts tangible through tactile learning.

Cedarville University debuts “Horizons of Gold,” a musical set in the Dust Bowl era and inspired by the book of Ruth. The production explores grief, hope and redemption through powerful music and storytelling.

Cedarville University earned national honors for social media excellence, ranking No. 1 among NCAA Division II schools. Engagement-driven content showcasing campus life and biblical values helped the university connect with Gen Z students.

Cedarville launched online undergrad programs in 2025 (accounting, communication, finance, IT management, management). Strong enrollment is fueling expansion into fully online, biblically integrated degrees in psychology, education and Bible starting fall 2026.

New personal branding course at Cedarville University helps students define values, communicate strengths and build professional visibility. Taught by business and communication faculty, the course prepares graduates to stand out in the job market.

Cedarville alumna Marlee Benson co-produced Redemption, a docuseries with Tim Tebow that highlights Ohio State’s 2024 championship season and the powerful Christian revival among players who chose to focus on Jesus over fame.

Cedarville University hosted the Global Game Jam Jan. 30–Feb. 1, giving students 48 hours to build games from the theme “mask.” The noncompetitive event united coders, artists and musicians, strengthening teamwork skills for game development.

Dr. Jared Pincin rose from modest beginnings to become a Cedarville economics professor. Shaped by faith and personal experience, he now mentors students on wise living and warns against the spiritual risks of sports betting.

A modern classroom. An ancient witness. A Genesis Apologetics film, “Noah Returns: Questions After the Flood,” shot in Cedarville University’s DeVries Theatre, imagines what it might look like if Noah could answer students’ toughest questions today. The movie’s trailer was released on Tuesday, Feb. 10.

For nearly 40 years, Adventures in Odyssey has shared faith-based stories with families worldwide. Cedarville University alumnus Rudy Haerr supports the long-running radio drama through behind-the-scenes audio production at Focus on the Family.

Three student ventures took top honors at Cedarville University’s Pitch competition Friday night after coaching and judging rounds. Winners included a middle school fraction-learning tool, affordable cybersecurity for churches and nonprofits, and a fast-fashion recycling concept.

Cedarville alumni Eric and Kara Gilmore co-founded Immerse Arkansas, a nonprofit that supports youth aging out of foster care through housing, counseling and life-skills training, helping young people heal from trauma and move toward stable, independent adulthood.