A Calling Shaped by Providence
Shannon Yarosz’s path to Cedarville’s School of Pharmacy shows how God used science, relationships and service to shape a career devoted to teaching students, answering health care questions and caring for others with joy.
WAY-FM Host Joy Summers Wins 2026 Gracie Award
WAY-FM host and Cedarville graduate Joy Summers won a 2026 Gracie Award for nationally syndicated non-commercial radio, recognized for authentic storytelling, vulnerability and excellence in Christian media that connects listeners with hope in Jesus.
Chamber Orchestra Combines Music and Missions on Italy Tour
Cedarville University’s chamber orchestra will tour Italy May 17-29, using music, testimonies and personal conversations to support missionaries and share the gospel in a culture where Protestant evangelism often faces resistance.
Xenia Teacher Honored as Excellent Educator of the Year
Jason Hofmann, a kindergarten teacher at Tecumseh Elementary School in Xenia, received Cedarville University’s Excellent Educator of the Year award for his leadership, mentorship and Christ-centered commitment to helping students and future teachers thrive.
Alumnus Grows Nutty Novelties Into 400-Store Specialty Food Brand
Cedarville alumnus Jesse Mangum helped grow Nutty Novelties from a farmers market side hustle into a specialty nut butter brand sold in nearly 400 stores, using persistence, business strategy and a faith-based mission.
From Classroom to Launch Pad: Students Build Competition Rocket
Cedarville University engineering students will compete May 17 in Minnesota’s Midwest High-Power Rocket Competition, using a custom-built rocket to capture and transmit a hidden light message while applying real-world design, testing and teamwork skills.
A Class of Published Authors: Students in Personal Branding Course Publish on Amazon
Eighteen Cedarville University students became published authors through a personal branding course, writing and publishing e-books on Amazon while learning to use writing, design and purpose-driven branding to serve others and strengthen their professional identities.
Cedarville University Named Top Christian University for 2026
Education Insider named Cedarville University the Top Christian University for 2026, recognizing its biblical integration, academic excellence, strong career outcomes and innovative AI training that prepare graduates for professional success, ministry and meaningful global impact.
From Haiti to America: How Dr. Lou Lilite’s faith shaped his journey
Dr. Lou Lilite’s journey from Haiti to Cedarville University is marked by faith, perseverance and music, as he now teaches students, encourages Haitian immigrants and shares a message of hope rooted in Christ.
Interdisciplinary Team Presents Mental Health Research in Chicago
Cedarville University students presented research at the Midwestern Psychological Association Conference in Chicago on how sleep, movement and other daily habits influence college students’ emotional health and academic performance.
Olivia Luckhaupt’s Journey to Special Education
Olivia Luckhaupt, a Cedarville University special education graduate with visual impairment, turned personal challenges into a calling to advocate for students with disabilities, using her experience to model perseverance, resilience and faith.
From Patient’s Daughter to Nurse: Cedarville Student Returns to Mayo Clinic
After watching Mayo Clinic nurses care for her mother during cancer treatment, Taylor DeYoung will return this summer as a nursing intern, bringing her family’s experience full circle and preparing to support patients and families.