Matt Papa: Artists-in-Residence Uses His Talents to Pour into Cedarville Students
by Kathryn McDonald
On July 13, 2021, Cedarville University was excited to announce that Matt Papa will serve as the Artist-In-Residence for the coming school year. Cedarville students had the opportunity to hear him speak and sing in chapel, teach in certain classes and even interact with him personally.
Papa is a two-time Dove-award nominated Christian music artist and songwriter. He is best known for his recent songs “His Mercy is More,” “Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery” and ...
The Spike of COVID-19
By Anna Harman
Since March 2020 with COVID-19, Cedarville students were ready to get back to normal on campus this semester.
For the first week on campus, all students attended chapel and classes without COVID-19 protocols set in place. Then on August 24th, 2021, Cedarville announced that masks were once again strongly encouraged in all indoor public spaces. Chapel would not meet, students who tested positive for COVID-19 would have to isolate themselves at home and outdoor activities ...
What the Implications of Working With Food Service are on Cedarville University’s Campus
by Anna Harman
Everybody has received the numerous emails that are sent out frequently by Tossed/Chick-Fil-A, The Dining Hall, and Stingers. They always say things like “Weekend Plea” or “Open Shifts.” Why is there such a shortage of student workers on campus who are willing to help at the various food service locations on campus?
Tossed manager Daley Fogle said, “Though we try to work with the students' schedules as best we can, it still is difficult. It is also hard at the ...
Aaron Cook’s ministry generates “multiplying multipliers”
by Kathyrn McDonald
Cedarville University is unique because of the people who are most involved in the community. Many people work behind-the-scenes to create a vibrant, Christ-centered community. Invariably the behind-the-scenes moments go unnoticed yet are the lifeblood of this ministry.
Aaron Cook is one of the biggest players in these behind-the-scenes moments. In his role as Director of Discipleship, Cook is responsible for managing Discipleship Groups, Fit to be Tied—a premari...
McKinney RAs Continue to Foster a Strong Community for Their Residents, Regardless of a Lack of Hall Events
by Avonlea Brown
McKinney Hall is located on Cedar Lake Drive next to the ever-busy Printy Hall. As a result, one would think that McKinney would make an effort to be a part of campus life. Yet it is known as an exceptionally quiet dorm.
The population of McKinney Hall consists of busy students who have little to no time for busy dorm life. McKinney does not have any specialized events or traditions that make them stand out on campus.
“I feel like McKinney doesn’t have any traditions ...
Consider the Ravens Seeks to Help Veterans
by Noah Tang
Mental health recently became a high-profile topic, thanks in part to the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet many soldiers suffer with mental health issues for years, even decades. This often leads to suicide among service members, especially veterans.
Consider the Ravens is a student-led business that seeks to remedy these negative trends. Founded in the spring semester of 2021 under the Integrated Business Core program at Cedarville University, Consider the Ravens has recently begun its ...
Holloway Uses Volleyball For Relationship Building
by Maggie Fipps
Remember in elementary school when you were casually walking through the grocery store, investigating the types of macaroni on the shelf, or clutching your mom’s hand? Suddenly, you saw your kindergarten teacher out of the corner of your eye. The surprising feeling of seeing someone out of their usual environment flooded you. As your mom chats with them, you realize that they’re a living, genuine person that does the same things you do.
Some students may have that ...
Deardorff Finds Joy as the New Resident Director at Cedarville University
by Tim Comstock
The fall semester of 2021, Jason Deardorff became McChesney and St. Clair’s newest Resident Director at Cedarville University.
Deardorff graduated from a small university called Word of Life Bible Institute in Spring Lake, New York. “I actually felt the Lord leading me there and spent two years there,” said Deardorff. After he graduated, he spent a few years working third-shift in a factory. “I knew the Lord had called me to ministry shortly after I’d become a ...
Lawlor Hall’s Unusual Events Bring Its Residents Together
by Jewell Strock
LawlaPalooza is an event where the units in Lawlor play a bunch of random games in the parking lot, and then, to win, pull a truck down the middle of dorm row. While this event may seem silly, even pointless, LawlorPalooza kicks off the semester with a fun way to introduce Lawlor Hall to the new residents of Cedarville University. And it breaks the ice for the guys residing in Lawlor.
LawlorPalooza is one of the multiple events that showcase the strong community in Lawlor ...
