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Bob Jones University Alumni Relations presents the BJU Alumni Podcast featuring interviews and stories of the many faces of BJU.
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BJU's School of Health Professions faculty members are actively serving in their respective fields during semester breaks, an activity that keeps them up-to-date with the latest trends in health and medical practices. Dr. Jessica Minor, a 2007 graduate of BJU herself, shares how students from her school are seeing success both in the classroom and upon graduation, thanks to the sacrificial investment of the faculty in their lives.
Teacher education is the career path that prepares all other careers. Dr. Brian Carruthers, Dean of the School of Education and Human Services at Bob Jones University, shares a bit about his journey in Christian education (over 40 years of experience) and how his faculty and staff are preparing their students at BJU to pursue a higher calling.
From dinosaur bones to outer space, students in Bob Jones University’s College of Arts and Science are never without an opportunity to expand their knowledge through hands on learning. Dr. Renae Wentworth has been part of the Bob Jones University campus community for over 30 years and as the Dean of the College of Arts and Science at BJU, she graciously took a few minutes out of her busy schedule to highlight the amazing ways faculty members are not only preparing to pursue their higher calling in the future, but getting the chance to find that calling before they even graduate.
From the classroom to the stage to the producer's office to the director's chair, David Schwingle stays busy as Bob Jones University's artistic director. From the fine arts series to the student-directed plays, David has specific goals for how to use fine arts to help today's BJU students pursue a higher calling.
With over 30 years of experience discipling students at Bob Jones University, Chief Student Development Officer, Jon Daulton, has a heart for college students. He loves being around them and he loves being part of what God is doing in their lives. Listen as Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Relations, John Matthews, talks with Jon about the mission statement of Student Life at BJU and how the team of mentors, counselors and leaders work together to mentor students in a relational model of discipleship.
Dr. Denny Scott — or simply “Coach” to hundreds of athletes — wears three hats at Bob Jones University. Faculty member in the school of Health Professions, head coach of the Bruins golf team and Acting Athletic Director for the entire athletic program. Listen as Coach Scott shares how the Lord has shaped his philosophy of competition inside a biblical worldview and his goals for helping other coaches at BJU prepare their athletes to pursue a higher calling.
Today's guest is a third generation leader at Bob Jones University. Laurilyn Hall, well respected faculty member by both peers and students, talks about the opportunities she anticipates seizing in her new role as Vice Provost for Academic Affairs. Listen as she shares her perspective on this leadership role, her prayers for the fall semester and her heart for the mission of Bob Jones University.
Introducing another member of BJU’s senior leadership team, Brian Burch (’92 grad)!After 24 years of serving in key leadership roles at KEMET,a corporate powerhouse in global business, Brian Burch recently joined the senior leadership team of BJU. What is his role and what experience did he gain at KEMETthat he’s applying at BJU? Take a few minutes to listen to a conversation between John Matthews — VP for Advancement and Alumni Relations — and Brian Burch as they discuss his role, his experience and his commitment to the mission of BJU.
Dr. Kris Martin has been a cornerstone of the BJU accounting program, known for producing graduates that top tier firms pursue! This week, Dr. Martin stepped into the role as the new Dean of the School of Business, becoming a key leader at Bob Jones University. He brings years of higher education experience, real world business experience, a passion for students and love for the mission of BJU. In this short interview, you’ll here his excitement to join a team of excellent faculty, his value of graduates, and you’ll certainly hear his intent to continue preparing students for success in both their careers and their service to Christ. Check the comments for the links to listen!
Dr. Matthew Weathers recently joined Dr. McAllister team as BJU’s Chief Enrollment Officer. He has big goals with an even bigger commitment to the mission of BJU and the efforts to recruit students who will greatly benefit from that timeless mission. In this short interview, you’ll get some insight on his intentional style of leadership and you’ll certainly hear his heart for moving BJU forward.
Dr. Pattye Casarow is not only the interim Dean of the School of Fine Arts and Communication at Bob Jones University, but she also directs the University Singers, a choir designed specifically for first-year students at BJU. Today you have the special treat to hear Teaghan Bair, a first year nursing major and the president of the U Singers officer crew, interview her choir director. You’ll also hear from another member of the officer crew, Emmy Omondi, a health sciences major, as they chat with Dr. Casarow about the opportunities and privileges provided to students who participate in quote, freshman choir, at BJU.
Dr. Julie Hartman is the Division Chair for the Division of Human Services at Bob Jones University. While this is a relatively new name for programs that have existed for many years at BJU, Dr. Hartman also has seen exponential growth opportunities for young people who have a burden to reach their communities with the Gospel. Already graduates from this division have seen success and open doors through their training at BJU as their pursue a higher calling.
60 years of learning is a lifetime of opportunity to grow every single day in your knowledge, skillset and ability. Dr. Beverly Cormican brings a breadth and depth of nontraditional classroom experience to her role as the Vice Provost for Online Learning at BJU. You will find SCOPE in every school or college at Bob Jones University, and Dr. Cormican’s team is personally engaged with their students thanks to the advances in technology and the online opportunities BJU has they prepare students to pursue a higher calling.
Know a high school graduate attending BJU EDUcamp this summer who is also considering applying to Bob Jones University for the upcoming academic year? If so, here is an exciting opportunity for that student! A $1000 college scholarship—sponsored by EDUcamp—is available for that student to add on top of any other financial aid package they have secured. Listen to the latest episode of the BJU Alumni Podcast to hear more about BJU EDUcamp, and share this opportunity with any recent high school grad you know who might benefit from this scholarship! For more information about EDUcamp or this scholarship, visit EDUcamp.bju.edu or contact EDUcamp@bju.edu.
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What did the Board of Trustees ask Dr. Josh Crockett to do as the 6th president of Bob Jones University? Hear the answer to that question and several more in a conversation between Dr. Crockett and John Matthews, Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Relations!
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Partner with fellow BJU alum Reba's work in Guatemala: https://www.dareformore.org/partner-with-us
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How much impact does the first semester of college have on a student's future success? Dr. Rebecca Weier, Director of First Year Experience at Bob Jones University, shares the strategic approach her department takes when it comes to serving first year students and their parents. The many faces of FYE come together in exciting ways to make that first year of school a rewarding time and set the students up for future success!
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As the 100th graduated class of Bob Jones University, begins the fall semester of their first year on campus, come along with Alumni Relations as we explore a brand-new initiative on campus that promises to give every undergraduate student at least two intentional experiential learning opportunities before they graduate.
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What does the term "Acting CEO" mean? Who is Alan Benson? And what can students expect to experience at Bob Jones University these days? This episode of the BJU Alumni Podcast has all these answers and more! As the 100th graduating class of Bob Jones University begins the fall semester of their first year, acting CEO Dr. Alan Benson shares how the mission continues through the commitment and faithfulness of the many faces of BJU.
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