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.
Christian Community Matters
At Cedarville, we believe that our mission to transform lives through excellent education and intentional discipleship is best accomplished in a vibrant, residential Christian community.
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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
Making Cedarville Home
Housing and Dining
Your life beyond the classroom is an unforgettable part of your Cedarville experience. Deepen friendships with one of your residence hall's fun traditions, or come together for a meal with friends. From each hall's distinctives and spiritual growth opportunities to meal plans and dining options, get the information you need about housing and dining on campus.
Explore Housing and DiningLiving Off Campus?
Find resources and opportunities just for you! Whether you need to apply for off-campus housing or you want to learn more about getting involved with other commuter students, you'll find answers to your questions here.
Explore Off-Campus HousingNearby Activities
Explore the surrounding area and see the activities you can enjoy while living in southwest Ohio.
Student Services
From academic support to medical care, see the services in place dedicated to helping you succeed!
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.
Upcoming Events
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
Christian Community Matters
At Cedarville, we believe that our mission to transform lives through excellent education and intentional discipleship is best accomplished in a vibrant, residential Christian community.