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The Sigma Lambda Delta Duskies at the 2025 Rush Party

Two BJU societies will turn 100 years old next school year

Zachary Edmondson, Reporter October 13, 2025

On the surface, the Sigma Lambda Delta Duskies and the William Jennings Bryan Bears societies have little in common. To state the obvious: One is for men; the other is for women. They have different brother...

The Flames cheer at the Rush party.

Some BJU societies needed new members. Here’s how they got them during Rush and Induction.

Abigail Vogel, Reporter October 9, 2025

Induction welcomed the freshman class of Bob Jones University to their new societies. Some details stay the same year to year. For instance, new students gathered in Founders Memorial Amphitorium while...

Group photo of actors, directors, and crew members from the BJU theatre department's Bake-Off 2025.

Column: BJU Theatre Department Celebrates 15 Years of Bake-Off shows

Amylia Boyd, Reporter October 2, 2025

What can you create in 24 hours? According to Mr. David Schwingle, the department head of theatre and fine arts, “You can create so much good.”  Bake-Off is a 24-hour writing, acting and performing...

Karis Henson at Plant Atlanta

For REACH Week, BJU students recount summer ministry service

Emily Fernett, Reporter September 22, 2025

Summer is a time for breezy vacations and picnics, long walks and laughter. This three-month school break is a needed respite, even if that means working long hours for minimum wage at grocery stores and...

A student lounges on a couch in Johnson Residence Hall, which will no longer be reserved for first-year students. Photo provided by Derek Eckenroth

Student Life introduces “freshmen halls” at BJU

Bethany Brooks, Copy Editor May 20, 2025

Beginning in the 2025 fall semester, freshman will no longer live in one residence hall. For the past several years, female first-year students lived in Mary Gaston Residence Hall and male first-year students...

Photo courtesy of BJU.

Senior film students bring stories to life

Caleb Fabrizio, Reporter April 12, 2025

We all watch movies — whether they be modern blockbusters, timeless classics or hidden indie gems. But what we may not be as aware of is the immense amount of work, planning and intentionality that goes...

The Public Policy Organization participates in the Campus Opportunity Expo. Photo provided by BJU.

Student organizations play key role in developing the talents of members

Josie Santopietro, Reporter March 6, 2025

Bob Jones University has dozens of student organizations. Some have been established for decades, while others started more recently. The newest BJU organization is the Photo Club, which was created by...

Bible Conference fundraisers across campus support Jonathan’s House

Bible Conference fundraisers across campus support Jonathan’s House

Bethany Brooks, Copy Editor March 5, 2025

This year’s Bible Conference was a huge success on campus, featuring great speakers and exciting events. The theme was “The Goodness of God.” Dr. Alan Benson, Bob Jones University’s 2023-24...

Column: Experiencing the Bronco Off-Roadeo

Column: Experiencing the Bronco Off-Roadeo

Tessa Bonnema and Olivia Adams October 18, 2024

Bob Jones University business and marketing majors and student leaders took a recent daylong trip to Maryville, Tennessee, to experience the Bronco Off-Roadeo, a new event venue built for drivers of the...

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Column: BJU education majors attend unifying Christian teachers’ convention

Josie Santopietro, Reporter October 17, 2024

In September, I had the opportunity to attend the largest teacher’s convention in the Southeast. Nearly 2,000 Christian educators gathered at the 2024 Southeast Christian School Convention at the Myrtle...

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