Secret Service and the Zero-Fail Mission
February 27, 2026 — Jeff Rinehart, a 1993 Cedarville graduate and longtime Secret Service leader, explains the agency’s “zero fail” standard—quiet excellence in protection, investigations, and service that safeguards people, stops fraud, and confronts cybercrime worldwide.
Beyond Politics: A Haitian Immigrant’s Call To See People
February 26, 2026 — Cedarville music professor Dr. Lou Lilite, a Haitian immigrant and U.S. citizen, urges neighbors to see immigrants as people, not labels. Visiting Springfield Haitians, he listens, explains systems, and shares hope amid parole uncertainty.
Transforming the Journey of Motherhood Into Music
February 25, 2026 — Late-night rocking-chair prayers after her fourth child sparked Renee (O’Neal) Sallee’s songwriting. Now the Cedarville alum, performing as Renee Leanne, is sharing her debut worship album “Lift Your Eyes” (Nov. 2024) on Spotify and Apple Music.
Student Urges Better Lyme Care at HHS Roundtable With Kennedy
February 25, 2026 — After nearly four years battling Lyme disease, Cedarville student Sam Sofio spoke Dec. 15, 2025, at an HHS roundtable in Washington, D.C., sharing the patient reality and calling for better diagnostics, research and insurance coverage.
Cedarville Repeats as Ohio Forensics State Champion
February 24, 2026 — Cedarville University’s forensics team repeated as Ohio Forensics Association state champion, sweeping overall speech and debate titles while hosting Feb. 20-21. The team produced nine individual champions, 38 finalists and two national qualifiers.
Enrollment Growth Drives New Housing at Cedarville University
February 24, 2026 — Enrollment growth at Cedarville University is fueling new on-campus housing to support Christ-centered community. Four apartment buildings opening in 2026 will house more students and strengthen discipleship as graduates are prepared for global impact.
Students Help Develop Proto, a New AI Education Platform
February 23, 2026 — Cedarville University students are helping develop Proto, a faith-based AI education platform. Designed to balance academic excellence and ideological accountability, Proto uses artificial intelligence to personalize curriculum while supporting parents, educators and Christian values worldwide.
Former Yellow Jacket Baseball Players Chasing the Major Leagues
February 20, 2026 — Former Yellow Jacket players Payton Eeles and Tanner Gillis are climbing toward the major leagues, learning the path is rarely smooth. On the Cedarville Stories podcast, they reflect on faith, discipline, community support and trusting God’s timing.
Forensics Team Sweeps Tournament
February 19, 2026 — Cedarville University’s forensics team dominated Ohio University’s 1804 Tournament Jan. 23-24, winning 14 event titles and taking first in speech and debate. Senior Nathanael Kolssak earned top speaker honors as Cedarville swept the extemporaneous final.
Students Highlight Power of Nutritious Breakfasts
February 18, 2026 — As federal dietary guidelines overhaul school breakfasts, three Cedarville nursing students research the benefits of high-protein meals. Their findings link nutritious breakfasts to improved student health, mood and academic performance in K-8 classrooms.
Entrepreneur Wins “The Pitch” With Fraction Learning Tool
February 17, 2026 — Cedarville University senior Jenna Stout won first place Feb. 6 at The Pitch for BrightPond Designs, earning $1,000. Her hands-on fraction visualization tools help middle school students and teachers make abstract concepts tangible through tactile learning.
Cedarville Tops NCAA DII Universities in Social Media
February 17, 2026 — Cedarville University earned national honors for social media excellence, ranking No. 1 among NCAA Division II schools. Engagement-driven content showcasing campus life and biblical values helped the university connect with Gen Z students.
Increasing Access and Affordability: Cedarville Expands Online Degree Programs
February 16, 2026 — Cedarville launched online undergrad programs in 2025 (accounting, communication, finance, IT management, management). Strong enrollment is fueling expansion into fully online, biblically integrated degrees in psychology, education and Bible starting fall 2026.
New Personal Branding Course Prepares Students for a Competitive Job Market
February 16, 2026 — New personal branding course at Cedarville University helps students define values, communicate strengths and build professional visibility. Taught by business and communication faculty, the course prepares graduates to stand out in the job market.
Creatives and Coders Unite in 48-Hour Video Game Design Challenge
February 13, 2026 — Cedarville University hosted the Global Game Jam Jan. 30–Feb. 1, giving students 48 hours to build games from the theme “mask.” The noncompetitive event united coders, artists and musicians, strengthening teamwork skills for game development.
Fantasy Sports and Real Convictions
February 13, 2026 — Dr. Jared Pincin rose from modest beginnings to become a Cedarville economics professor. Shaped by faith and personal experience, he now mentors students on wise living and warns against the spiritual risks of sports betting.
Trailer Debuts for Cedarville-Filmed “Noah Returns”
February 12, 2026 — A modern classroom. An ancient witness. A Genesis Apologetics film, “Noah Returns: Questions After the Flood,” shot in Cedarville University’s DeVries Theatre, imagines what it might look like if Noah could answer students’ toughest questions today. The movie’s trailer was released on Tuesday, Feb. 10.
Shaping Stories of Hope Through “Adventures in Odyssey”
February 11, 2026 — For nearly 40 years, Adventures in Odyssey has shared faith-based stories with families worldwide. Cedarville University alumnus Rudy Haerr supports the long-running radio drama through behind-the-scenes audio production at Focus on the Family.
Math Tools, Cybersecurity and Fast-Fashion Recycling Win at “The Pitch”
February 10, 2026 — Three student ventures took top honors at Cedarville University’s Pitch competition Friday night after coaching and judging rounds. Winners included a middle school fraction-learning tool, affordable cybersecurity for churches and nonprofits, and a fast-fashion recycling concept.
Immerse Arkansas Providing Stability for Youth Aging Out of Foster Care
February 9, 2026 — Cedarville alumni Eric and Kara Gilmore co-founded Immerse Arkansas, a nonprofit that supports youth aging out of foster care through housing, counseling and life-skills training, helping young people heal from trauma and move toward stable, independent adulthood.
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