Student Life

At Cedarville, you're joining a community that's passionate about growing in Christ, having fun, and doing life together. Lock arms with other believers and make memories that will last far beyond your 1000 Days on campus.

Experience Vibrant Community

Whether it's late-night conversations in your residence hall, a Nerf war with your student organization, or an evening sharing the Gospel at a nearby college — your Cedarville experience will overflow with new friendships and unforgettable activities.

Every campus event is designed to build a rich, Christ-centered community. So while you're making memories, you're also paving the way to experience lasting transformation.

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Cedarville University Athletics

Whether intercollegiate or intramural, Cedarville offers opportunities for athletic involvement and healthy competition.

 
 

Alivein Christ

Come together with your campus community each day to experience powerful preaching and dynamic worship. Long considered the heartbeat of Cedarville's campus, chapel will challenge you to make God's Word central in your life. Explore past and upcoming chapels, and learn more about how chapel will encourage you to follow Christ wholeheartedly.


Grow in Christ alongside others by joining a discipleship group, and use your gifts to make a Kingdom impact. Whether it's mentoring kids, sharing God's love with inmates, or spreading the Gospel to the nations, there are countless ministries to get involved with during your time at Cedarville! Discover Global Outreach, music ministry, and on-campus ministry opportunities.

Student Activities

Make the most of your 1000 Days on campus and get involved! From music ensembles to student organizations and intramural sports, you're sure to find a community where you'll feel at home.

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    Student Organizations

    Discover the wide range of student groups you can get involved with. From ultimate frisbee to health sciences to photography, there's an organization for you to plug into!
    Explore Student Orgs
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    Music and Worship

    See how you can get involved with an ensemble and use your musical gifts to gain valuable experience, form lasting connections with a lively community, and, most of all, glorify the Lord.
    Explore Ensembles
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    Fitness and Recreation

    Between the 36-foot climbing wall, sand volleyball courts, fitness center, field house, and more, there are plenty of ways for you to stay active on campus.
    Explore Recreation
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    Intramural Sports

    Have fun competing against your classmates in sports ranging from flag football to badminton. Make great friends and lasting memories, all while getting some exercise and a study break.
    Explore Intramurals
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    Theatre

    Do you have a passion for the stage? Make theatre productions come to life by participating in a play or musical, help out behind the scenes, or just enjoy attending an exciting performance.
    Explore Theatre
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    Athletics

    Whether you're interested in being an NCAA DII athlete or would rather cheer on our sports teams from the stands, explore everything that Yellow Jacket athletics has to offer you.
    Explore Athletics

Traditions and Events

Campus Traditions

From Getting Started, your first weekend on campus, to ALT nights and unique residence hall traditions, there's always an event going on, bringing campus together to create unforgettable memories.

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Upcoming Events

  • Jan 30

    Worship 4:24

    The 2026 Worship 4:24 Conference at Cedarville University will be held on January 30–31, 2026, co-sponsored by the State Convention of Baptists in Ohio and the Cedarville University Department of Music and Worship. This year's special music guest is Paul Baloche, worship leader and three-time Dove Award winner for songwriting, who has written such songs as "Open the Eyes of My Heart", "Hosanna", "Your Name", and "Behold Him". The conference is designed to equip and encourage worship leaders, musicians, bands, praise teams, and tech crews to be effective leaders. It will include a worship concert on Friday evening and general sessions and breakouts on both Friday and Saturday.
  • Feb 5

    Theatre Production - Horizons of Gold

    Winter Theatre Mainstage Production Musical - Horizons of Gold Performance Times: February 5–15, 2026 A new musical loosely based on the book of Ruth chronicling the stories of a young migrant lost in turbulent 1930s California, a Kansas farm wife displaced by the Dust Bowl, and a generous farmer struggling to overcome his own loss. A powerful journey of love and loyalty packed with heart-rending drama, laugh-out-loud humor, gentle romance, and a cast of vibrant characters.

Hear From Our Students

  • Day In The Life As A Civil Engineering Major

    What does a typical day look like for a Civil Engineering major at Cedarville University? Sophomore Sydney Amrine shares her real-life routine filled with chapel, hands-on engineering classes in the CEC, lunch with classmates, honors seminars, campus events, and church community. Follow along to discover what makes student life at Cedarville meaningful, challenging, and full of connection.

  • How To Maintain a Healthy Spiritual Life in College

    Finding time for devotions in college can feel impossible, but cultivating a daily walk with God is both achievable and deeply life-giving. This post explores practical ways to develop spiritual disciplines, slow down, and seek God even in the busiest seasons.

  • Goodness and Mercy: Serving With Inner City Impact in Chicago

    This fall break, a team of Cedarville students returned to serve with Inner City Impact in Chicago, investing in youth and supporting local ministry through practical work projects and meaningful relationships. From high school and elementary clubs to the neighborhood Fall Festival, the week was filled with moments of God’s faithfulness and lessons from Psalm 23 about rest, trust, and serving with joy.


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Cedarville University Athletics

Whether intercollegiate or intramural, Cedarville offers opportunities for athletic involvement and healthy competition.