Parent Connect

Summer Storage

Monday, March 13, 2023

Three girls hanging out in a dorm room. Cedarville University has a limited amount of summer storage space for students whose home and summer residence are more than 1,000 miles from campus. Students were already sent storage guidelines and an application to request storage. The application must be submitted to Residence Life by 5 p.m. on March 31, 2023, and students whose applications are accepted will be notified by 5 p.m. on April 6. Students are not guaranteed storage.

Students will need to take care of this themselves, but a reminder from mom or dad never hurts!

Posted in Student Life

News You Need: Career Fair, Spring Break, Missions Trips

Monday, February 20, 2023

Cedarville University's sign As we approach the midway point of spring semester, here is information that may be useful to you:

Spring Semester Career Fair

Career Services will hold its second major career fair of the year this Wednesday, February 22, in the Doden Field House. Career fairs are a great opportunity for students — regardless of class year — to make connections and obtain internships or full-time career positions. Encourage your student to attend!

Spring Break Information

As a reminder, spring break is March 4-12, with classes resuming Monday, March 13. Make sure your student has secured a ride home or to wherever they may be going. Residence halls will remain open for students staying in the area, but the dining hall will not be open.

Spring Break Missions Teams

Please be in prayer for our Global Outreach teams that will be going out during spring break. Please pray for safe travels for these teams and that the people they serve will be open to the message of the Gospel.

Posted in Christian Ministry General

Discounted Graduate Programs for Parents

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

The Graduate School

Did you know that as a parent of a Cedarville undergraduate or dual-enrolled student, you automatically qualify for a 15% tuition discount on all online graduate programs at Cedarville? You'll experience the same high academic quality and biblical worldview that your student is experiencing here on campus when you enroll in one of our convenient online programs.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career — or pursue something new — visit our Cedarville Parents Scholarship Program page for more details. You'll find affordable, accelerated, all-online graduate programs in:

Business
Innovation
Leadership
Ministry
Nursing (including the just-announced Doctor of Nursing Practice!)
Worship

There is still time to apply and start in March!

Posted in Graduate University Admissions

Join Us Online for the Annual Global Outreach Conference

Monday, January 9, 2023

GO Conference January 10-12, 2023

We hope you have enjoyed the extended time with your student during the long semester break. We're excited to welcome all of our students back to campus today!

We're also looking forward to our annual GO Conference, starting tomorrow, January 10, through Thursday, January 12. This is a perfect way to kick off the new semester, joining together and celebrating Cedarville's heart for the nations. This year we're welcoming Zane Pratt, Vice President for Global Training with the International Mission Board, as the special speaker for Tuesday and Wednesday. Then, we'll celebrate 50 years of global outreach at Cedarville during Thursday's chapel!

You can join with our students and watch sessions online. The GO Conference services will be at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday and 10 a.m. on Thursday. Visit our chapel site or our Facebook or YouTube channels to watch live, or visit later to watch an archived session.

Posted in Chapel Global Outreach

Spring Semester Getting Started for New Yellow Jackets

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

If you have a new Yellow Jacket starting next semester, we are excited to welcome them at Spring Getting Started. Visit the website for a schedule of activities and everything you need to know as your student joins the Cedarville campus community.

If you have any questions, please email sting@cedarville.edu.

We can't wait to welcome your Yellow Jacket home!

Posted in Events Getting Started

End-of-Year Tax Information

Friday, December 16, 2022

Year End Tax Information w/ pencil

Cedarville University is required to provide students a 1098-T tax form for tuition payments by January 31. This tax form will be provided electronically. We will notify your student when this link is available.

If you would like to receive a copy, your student must first grant you parental access. Once you have been granted access, you will be notified when the form becomes available. Please verify that we have your current email to prevent delays in receiving this notification.

Students who worked on campus this year will receive a copy of their W-2 form in early January. By law, we cannot give parents access to a student’s W-2 form. Students can elect to receive an electronic version of the form through Dayforce. They were previously emailed instructions on how to do this. For additional information, they can reference our tax information FAQ.

Posted in General

Lil Sibs Weekend Is Coming Up!

Thursday, December 15, 2022

Li'l Sibs graphic

Does your student have younger siblings at home? Save the dates — February 24-26, 2023 — for Lil Sibs Weekend! There will be a full array of fun activities planned, including basketball games and ALT night. Please note that siblings will not be able to stay in the residence halls.

For more information and to register, visit the Lil Sibs Weekend website.

Posted in General

Support Student-Created Business This Christmas

Friday, December 9, 2022

Boardless logo

A team of Integrated Business Core (IBC) students has created Boardless, a student-run business offering flexible, stick-on whiteboards for any surface! The IBC allows students to practice what they are learning in class by running a real business, including creating, marketing, and selling a product. As a nonprofit, for-charity business, Boardless is providing a quality product while also raising money for Back2Back Ministries.

Boardless' flexible, stick-on whiteboard is very low-profile and sticks to nearly any smooth surface, allowing you to make notes on your wall, desk, or other surface without taking up virtually any work space! Save space and save paper ‒ just Stick, Scribble, and Repeat.

Boardless is offering a Christmas sale → 20% off orders of $50 or more. Don't wait -- the shop closes Sunday, December 11!

Check out their website to learn more and support Boardless!

Posted in General

Final Exams/End of Semester Info

Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Final exams for fall semester are next week — Tuesday, December 13, through Friday, December 16. Please be praying for our students as they prepare for and take their finals, and make sure your student has secured a ride home or to the airport.

Here are some important details to help you and your student prepare:

Residence halls will close for Christmas break on Saturday, December 17, at 5 p.m.
The last contract meal for fall semester is lunch on Friday, December 16, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Residence halls will open again for spring semester at 8 a.m. on Sunday, January 8, 2023.
The first contract meal for spring semester will be dinner on Monday, January 9, from 5–6:30 p.m.
Classes resume for spring semester Tuesday, January 10.

Posted in General

Christmas Ideas for Your Yellow Jacket (and a Discount Code for YOU!)

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Campus Store logo If you're looking for Christmas ideas for your Yellow Jacket, check out the online University Bookstore! You'll find a wide variety of gift ideas, from Cedarville-branded apparel to room decor, insulated mugs, and ornaments. It's a great way to celebrate your Yellow Jacket and show your Cedarville spirit this Christmas season. We think you'll find something for the whole family!

As a gift to you, use code MERRY22 now through December 31 to receive 15% off a single logo item (some exclusions may apply).

Start shopping now!

Posted in General

#GivingTuesday

Monday, November 28, 2022

Giving Tuesday Tomorrow, November 29, 2022, is #GivingTuesday! Join faculty, staff, students, and friends as we give to Cedarville. All gifts made this #GivingTuesday will go to One Thousand Days Transformed: The Campaign for Cedarville.

On #GivingTuesday: Every Day Matters. Every Student Matters. Every Gift Matters.

Give now!

Posted in General

With Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 24, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving with leaves "Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good;
for his steadfast love endures forever!"
– 1 Chronicles 16:34

On Thanksgiving, I am reminded of all that we have to be thankful for. God continues to richly bless Cedarville University, and we are so thankful. I am also thankful to you, our students' parents, for your support of the University. Thank you for entrusting your children to us and your faith in Cedarville's mission.

Enjoy the extra-long break with your student. We will be praying for safe travels, good health, and special times of reconnecting as a family.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Jeff Beste
Director of Strategic Relations

Posted in General

Save the Date for #GivingTuesday

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

You've heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but do you know about #GivingTuesday?

#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving on November 29, and you can be a part of it by giving a gift to Cedarville. All gifts made this #GivingTuesday will go to One Thousand Days Transformed: The Campaign for Cedarville.

Mark your calendars for #GivingTuesday, November 29, 2022, and prayerfully consider how you can participate in this special day.

Posted in General

Thanksgiving Break

Friday, November 18, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving with leaves Thanksgiving break for undergraduate in-person classes is next week, Wednesday, November 23, through Monday, November 28. We know you are excited to have your student home for a few days! Please be praying for our students as they travel home. We're also praying for a safe, relaxing break for our students and special times with family and friends.

As a reminder, for those students who will be staying in Cedarville over the break, the residence halls will be open but the dining hall will be closed.

Posted in General

Join Us for Christmas at Cedarville

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Christmas at Cedarville

We invite you to be a part of two special events at Cedarville as we usher in the holiday season and celebrate what we're all about — Jesus! Join us either in person or via livestream wherever you are. Christmas is a special time at Cedarville, and we invite you to be a part of it!

Posted in Advancement Events Cedarville Events Events

Standing for Life

Thursday, October 27, 2022

Cedarville University wants to be known for standing firmly for the rights of the unborn. That's why we're so excited to be a stop on the Stand for Life campus tour on November 1, with musical artists Shane and Shane and speaker Trip Lee. You can join in online or in person for 10 a.m. chapelor in person only for a special Night of Worship at 7 p.m. Stand for Life seeks to enhance the pro-life movement by engaging, educating, and equipping to build a culture that believes all humans are made in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect.

Upcoming Breaks This Fall

Monday, October 10, 2022

We're almost midway through the semester, and students are ready for some much-needed time off. We want to make sure you’re aware of breaks that are coming up this fall.

Fall Break
Fall break is Thursday, October 20, through Sunday, October 23. Residence halls will remain open; dining hours will be limited.

Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving break is Wednesday, November 23, through Monday, November 28. Residence halls will remain open, but the dining hall will be closed.

Experience Homecoming – In Person or Via Livestreaming

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Homecoming at Cedarville Just a reminder that homecoming starts this Friday, September 30! We hope that many of you can make it to campus to enjoy this weekend of festivities and spend time with your student. Even if you did not preregister, there are still a lot of events to enjoy that do not require tickets!

If you aren't able to come in person, please see today's post for opportunities to join in via livestream.

Posted in General

Follow Along With Campus Life With SGA's Website

Monday, September 26, 2022

SGA logo

Want another way to keep up with what's going on at Cedarville? Access the Student Government Association's website, In Pursuit, to learn about events, involvement opportunities, and more. You'll get a student-focused perspective on campus life. You can also access SGA's social media from this site for another way to stay up to date.

Register for Homecoming Weekend!

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Homecoming at Cedarville

Homecoming s just around the corner — Friday and Saturday, September 30-October 1. During homecoming, we always welcome hundreds of alumni and parents back to campus for a weekend filled with activities including the annual parade, lakeside party, soccer match, an incredible worship finale, and more! It’s a great way to spend time with your student and experience life on campus.

Go to the homecoming website to check out the schedule of events and register for this fun weekend. You’ll also find area accommodations and other helpful visit information.

Join us on campus for a fun weekend of activities — it’s a perfect excuse to visit your student (as if you needed one).

Don't wait — the deadline to register is September 16.

If you aren't able to make it in person, check out the homecoming website for livestreamed events.

Posted in Alumni Relations Events