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2024 May nursing cohort. Photo courtesy of BJU.
BJU to hold nurses pinning ceremony May 2
April 30, 2024
Distribution of the 2023 Vintage yearbook in Rodeheaver Lobby. Photo courtesy of BJU.
2024 edition of “The Vintage” yearbook to be released April 30
April 26, 2024
Studio Art BFA 2024 Senior Show. Provided by the Division of Art and Design.
BJU Studio Art seniors open senior exhibition, “Reflect”
April 17, 2024
Collegian Distribution, The Collegian, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, April 8, 2024 (Hal Cook)
The Collegian named best college newspaper in South Carolina; staff wins 12 awards
April 15, 2024
Backstage Pass: Rodeheaver Auditoriums remarkable history and the story of its NYC stage
Backstage Pass: Rodeheaver Auditorium’s remarkable history and the story of its NYC stage
April 4, 2024
2023 Living Gallery presented in Rodeheaver Auditorium. Photo courtesy of BJU.
Living Gallery brings the Gospel to life from beginning to end
March 28, 2024
Distribution of the 2023 Vintage yearbook in Rodeheaver Lobby. Photo courtesy of BJU.
2024 edition of “The Vintage” yearbook to be released April 30
April 26, 2024
Studio Art BFA 2024 Senior Show. Provided by the Division of Art and Design.
BJU Studio Art seniors open senior exhibition, “Reflect”
April 17, 2024
The BJU Concert Choir performs in War Memorial Chapel.
BJU combined choirs and orchestra to perform Haydn’s “The Creation” in 2023-2024 artist series finale
April 6, 2024
Backstage Pass: Rodeheaver Auditoriums remarkable history and the story of its NYC stage
Backstage Pass: Rodeheaver Auditorium’s remarkable history and the story of its NYC stage
April 4, 2024
Jeremiah Holland, left, prepares to return a shot to Joshua Davis, right, at a pingpong table inside The Den. Photo provided.
Ping-Pong a smash hit for students in The Den at BJU
April 2, 2024
Pi Gamma Delta and Pi Delta Chi Concessions, BJU, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, February 15, 2024 (Lucero Perez)
Snakes, succulents and burgers, oh my! BJU Bible Conference fundraisers add variety
March 11, 2024
2023 Living Gallery presented in Rodeheaver Auditorium. Photo courtesy of BJU.
Living Gallery brings the Gospel to life from beginning to end
March 28, 2024
Panel discusses centrality of student church involvement
April 17, 2023
Students and guests saw the seniors work at the opening exhibition of the Graphic Design Senior Show in the Sargent Art Building March 3. Photo: Hannah Guell
Graphic design seniors showcase their work
March 13, 2023
Bruins outfielder Riley Ramsey slides into base during the game against Truett McConnell University. Photo: Marissa Ellerbrock
Bruins Baseball team falls to Truett McConnell Bears 
March 6, 2023
After speaking, Pence signed copies of his bestselling book, So Help Me God. Photo: Nathaniel Hendry
Mike Pence speaks about 2024 election, faith and civility at Bob Jones University 
March 3, 2023
The panel of pastors wives included (left to right) Amy Johnson, Sherry Trainer, Michelle Benson and Sarah Fleming. Photo: Nathaniel Hendry
Panel of pastors’ wives shares a look into family dynamics of ministry 
March 2, 2023
Jose Andres Lopez Bono. Photo courtesy of BJU.
BJU mourns sudden death of freshman student
February 22, 2024
Provided by BJU.
BJU rallies around Furman, Columbia International universities after death of students
February 21, 2024
Smoke from wildfires in North Carolina captured by cameras attached to weather balloons launched by a team of BJU engineering students. Photo provided.
BJU Engineering students’ weather balloons captured wildfire photos
January 22, 2024
Hannah Allen in the role of Mercutio in BJUs production of Romeo and Juliet. Provided by BJU.
Grab your bandana for BJU’s western themed “Romeo and Juliet.”
November 15, 2023
About 200 BJU students helped at Washington Center Challenge Day, Oct. 20, 2023. Provided by BJU.
‘So much fun!’ BJU hosts Washington Center Challenge Day
October 27, 2023
Boys dig for gems during U-Day at Bob Jones University in 2022. Photo provided by BJU.
BJU Homecoming: What You Need to Know
October 4, 2023
Backstage Pass: Rodeheaver Auditoriums remarkable history and the story of its NYC stage
Backstage Pass: Rodeheaver Auditorium’s remarkable history and the story of its NYC stage
April 4, 2024
Jeremiah Holland, left, prepares to return a shot to Joshua Davis, right, at a pingpong table inside The Den. Photo provided.
Ping-Pong a smash hit for students in The Den at BJU
April 2, 2024
Photo courtesy of BJU.
Backstage Pass: The EXP Zone transforms Grace Haight Building
March 9, 2024
WATCH: BJU 2023 Christmas Lighting Ceremony recap
January 17, 2024
The original prop ship from the 1955 film Wine of Morning floats in the reflecting pond next to the BJU Bridge of Nations during Homecoming weekend on Oct. 6, 2023. Staff/Katelyn McKenney
Dr. Bob Jones III talks Wine of Morning on film’s rerelease
November 7, 2023
Culinary Arts students prepare a pizza for baking for a customer at The Bistro. Staff/Heather Battles
The Bistro offers American classics made-to-order by BJU students
October 27, 2023
Finals Week
Finals Week
April 29, 2024
Staff reporter Tyler Scott and staff comic artist Abby Wokaty.
Celebrating The Collegian’s graduating seniors
April 26, 2024
Spring Fever
Spring Fever
April 25, 2024
Usher Avoidance
Usher Avoidance
April 17, 2024
Townies
Townies
April 2, 2024
BJU Rosetta Stone
BJU Rosetta Stone
March 26, 2024
Spring Fever
Spring Fever
April 25, 2024
Usher Avoidance
Usher Avoidance
April 17, 2024
Townies
Townies
April 2, 2024
BJU Rosetta Stone
BJU Rosetta Stone
March 26, 2024
The 2023 BJU Lighting Ceremony took place Dec. 1, 2023. Heather Battles/Staff Photographer
Column: BJU’s first Student Christmas Makers Market a success
January 17, 2024
Zachary Edmondson
Column: True tolerance in intolerant times
November 29, 2023
Staff reporter Tyler Scott and staff comic artist Abby Wokaty.
Celebrating The Collegian’s graduating seniors
April 26, 2024
Zachary Edmondson
Column: True tolerance in intolerant times
November 29, 2023
As a senior, here are my five best tips
As a senior, here are my five best tips
May 1, 2023
Editorial: Dear ChatGPT, would the Collegian editorial staff be better as robots?
April 11, 2023
The Collegian gets website upgrade
April 11, 2023
Editorial: Boredom is your ally, not enemy
March 3, 2023
The Village Grind
A student’s guide to Greenville coffee shops and roasters
April 26, 2024
Boba Jones brings boba tea and waffles with new restaurant concept
Boba Jones brings boba tea and waffles with new restaurant concept
February 7, 2024
Culinary Arts students prepare a pizza for baking for a customer at The Bistro. Staff/Heather Battles
The Bistro offers American classics made-to-order by BJU students
October 27, 2023
The Fine Dining Series allows students, faculty and community members to experience the quality and service of a high-class restaurant while supporting the culinary students. Photo: Nathaniel Hendry
Culinary students create fine dining experience
March 3, 2023
The chain offers grilled flatbreads, salads, artisan melts, rice bowls and smoothies, and even vegan options for those with dietary restrictions. Photo: Nathaniel Hendry
Freshens opens, offering healthful entrees and smoothies
January 31, 2023
Parsley and Mint opened its first location in downtown Greenville in April 2021, followed by a second store in the northern part of the city later that year. Photos: Nathaniel Hendry
Restaurant brings taste of the Mediterranean to Greenville
February 7, 2022
Sigma Alpha Chi Spartans celebrate their Turkey Bowl soccer championship, Nov. 11, 2023. Katelyn McKenney/STAFF
Spartans claim Turkey Bowl men’s soccer championship to cap BJU Turkey Fest
November 29, 2023
BJU to host Turkey Fest to add womens soccer championship and society events to the traditional mens Turkey Bowl soccer championship game.
Turkey Bowl turns Turkey Fest: features men’s and women’s soccer championships
November 9, 2023
Bob Jones University kicked off society sports with a Soccer Jamboree, Sept. 22-23. Heather Battles/Staff
Soccer Jamboree marks start of new era for BJU society sports
October 5, 2023
Global Games build unity through competition
Global Games build unity through competition
April 11, 2023
Bruins outfielder Riley Ramsey slides into base during the game against Truett McConnell University. Photo: Marissa Ellerbrock
Bruins Baseball team falls to Truett McConnell Bears 
March 6, 2023
Katelyn Landkrohn and Caitlyn Benson played on the inaugural Bruins beach volleyball team last spring. Photo: Bradley Allweil
Bruins beach volleyball team’s second season faces gritty start
March 3, 2023
Sigma Alpha Chi Spartans celebrate their Turkey Bowl soccer championship, Nov. 11, 2023. Katelyn McKenney/STAFF
Spartans claim Turkey Bowl men’s soccer championship to cap BJU Turkey Fest
November 29, 2023
BJU to host Turkey Fest to add womens soccer championship and society events to the traditional mens Turkey Bowl soccer championship game.
Turkey Bowl turns Turkey Fest: features men’s and women’s soccer championships
November 9, 2023
Bob Jones University kicked off society sports with a Soccer Jamboree, Sept. 22-23. Heather Battles/Staff
Soccer Jamboree marks start of new era for BJU society sports
October 5, 2023
The Beta Gamma Patriots have played in six of the last seven the last Turkey Bowls. Photos by Nathaniel Hendry
Annual Turkey Bowl crowns Beta Patriots
November 17, 2022
Brody has served as the Bruins mascot since BJU launched its intercollegiate athletics program in 2012. Photo: Bradley Allweil
Annual Brody Awards unites Bruins intercollegiate athletics
May 3, 2022
The Men’s Basketball Award was given to the Epsilon Zeta Chi Tornadoes at the championship game Friday. Photo: Madeline Peters
Intramural championships close out
April 23, 2021
Bruins outfielder Riley Ramsey slides into base during the game against Truett McConnell University. Photo: Marissa Ellerbrock
Bruins Baseball team falls to Truett McConnell Bears 
March 6, 2023
Katelyn Landkrohn and Caitlyn Benson played on the inaugural Bruins beach volleyball team last spring. Photo: Bradley Allweil
Bruins beach volleyball team’s second season faces gritty start
March 3, 2023
Numerous Bruins athletes set personal records during the indoor track and field competitions that took place from Dec.-Feb. Photo: Marissa Ellerbrock
Inaugural indoor track season keeps Bruins on their feet
February 13, 2023
The teams will meet for a rematch on Feb. 4 in Pensacola, Florida. Photo: Nathaniel Hendry
Both Bruins teams come close to beating Pensacola Christian College at Jan. 28 games 
February 2, 2023
Defender Dallas Albert, a freshman business administration major, had one assist during BJUs regular season game aginast Pensecola Christian College on Nov. 5. Photo: Merissa Ellerbrock
Bruins dominate NCCAA nationals
December 9, 2022
Josiah Swaffer, a junior business adminstration major, competed at the NCCAA South Region Championship. BJU won the tournament, qualifying the Bruins for the NCCAA National Championship. Photo: Mackenzie Howell
Men’s golf team places third at NCCAA nationals
November 1, 2022
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2024 May nursing cohort. Photo courtesy of BJU.

[Photo] BJU to hold nurses pinning ceremony May 2

Rylie Wiedell, Staff Writer
April 30, 2024
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[Photo] Celebrating The Collegian’s graduating seniors

Staff Report
April 26, 2024
Distribution of the 2023 Vintage yearbook. Photo courtesy of BJU.

[Photo] 2024 edition of “The Vintage” yearbook to be released April 30

Zachary Edmondson, Staff Writer
April 26, 2024
2023 Living Gallery presented in Rodeheaver Auditorium. Photo courtesy of BJU.

[Photo] Living Gallery brings the Gospel to life from beginning to end

Zachary Edmondson, Staff Writer
March 28, 2024
Photo courtesy of BJU.

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Photo courtesy of BJU.

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Half-staff Flags for passing of Jose Andres Lopez Bono. Photo courtesy of BJU.

[Photo] BJU mourns sudden death of freshman student

Jonathan Lovegrove, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2024
Rodeheaver Auditorium sits in light from setting sun, BJU, October 22, 2019. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] Backstage Pass: Rodeheaver Auditorium’s remarkable history and the story of its NYC stage

Zachary Edmondson, Staff Writer
April 4, 2024
The Theta Delta Omicron Tigers and the Pi Kappa Phi Rams host a Water Wars Bible Conference fundraiser. Photo by BJU.

[Photo] Bible Conference to focus on evangelism, raise funds for ministry in Guatemala

Bethany Brooks, Staff Writer
February 9, 2024
Steven White in the role of Tybalt in BJUs production of Romeo and Juliet. Provided by BJU.

[Photo] Grab your bandana for BJU’s western themed “Romeo and Juliet.”

Rylie Wiedell, Staff Writer
November 15, 2023
Society Rush and Induction

[Photo] BJU Class of 2027 set to choose societies

Zachary Edmondson, Staff Writer
September 7, 2023
BJU presents the Living Gallery annually during the week leading up to Easter, but the accompanying drama and specific paintings included vary.

[Photo] Column: Celebrate Grace

Eylan Martinez
April 11, 2023
Soup!, Concert, Opera and Drama Series presents Disneys Beauty and the Beast, Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, February 25, 2023 (Hal Cook)

[Photo] CGO Director shares value of Mission Trips

Armando Morales
February 28, 2023
This fall is the ninth time BJU has staged the play. Photo: Hal Cook

[Photo] BJU presents “Richard III: The Terrible Reign”

Eylan Martinez
November 16, 2022
U.Day educational street fair during BJU Homecoming 2022. Photo: BJU Marketing

[Photo] BJU’s annual U.Day invites local community for family fun day on campus

Eylan Martinez
October 12, 2022
This years event features 31 makers, the best turnout of any year so far. Photo: Hal Cook

[Photo] Market showcases alumni, faculty

Erin del Toro
October 4, 2021
During BJU’s Homecoming events on October 10-12, M&G hosts a curated market of handmade art, crafts, and designs created by BJU grads, current and former faculty/staff, and current and former students. The Makers come from around the country and feature a variety of items including handmade cards, pottery, illustrations, water color paintings, jewelry, fiber art, woodworking, calligraphy, gourmet popcorn and more! (Hal Cook)

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Katelyn Lain
April 9, 2021
Johnathon Smith

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March 26, 2021
Andrew Pledger

[Photo] Tools designed, printed in nursing, engineering collab

Vicki Olachea
March 19, 2021

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February 26, 2021
Katie French

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February 19, 2021

[Photo] $200K goal set for hospital fundraiser

Johanna Huebscher
February 12, 2021
Samantha Veira

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November 13, 2020
Caitlyn Benson, supported by her parents, signs with the Bruins womens soccer in 2019. Photo submitted

[Photo] Bruins seek athletes to fit BJU

Olivia Thomas
November 6, 2020
Vicki Olachea

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October 23, 2020
Jewel Schuurmans

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Jewel Schuurmans
October 16, 2020
Madison Floyd

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Madison Floyd
October 9, 2020
Jessica Lovely

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September 25, 2020
Vicki Olachea

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Collegian Staff
March 5, 2020
Recruiters from christian schools around the world meet with students during the Christian School Leadership and Recruitment Conference at BJU, February 19, 2019. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] Schools around the world offer job opportunities to BJU students

Katie French
February 13, 2020
Many come to enjoy the Christmas Lights on BJUs campus in Greenville, SC, December 6, 2019. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] Students, faculty share Christmas traditions

Andrew Schmidt
December 12, 2019
BJU Bruins shooting sports team 2019 (Hal Cook)

[Photo] BJU golf, shooting teams look back on their seasons after nationals

Anna Casillis
November 7, 2019
School of Continuing Online Professional Education launches publically at University Center, Greenville, January 30, 2019. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] SCOPE offers options to degree completion, earn certificates

Andrew Schmidt
October 25, 2019
Ministry Chapel meets in Stratton Hall, BJU

[Photo] MinistrySafe trains, prepares students for service outside BJU

Olivia Thomas
October 17, 2019
BJU Bruins baseball coach, Brent Casteel, visits Flour Field, Greenville, SC, February 1, 2019. (BJU Marketing/Derek Eckenroth)

[Photo] Coach Casteel

Collegian Staff
September 19, 2019
BJU Bruins Volleyball Team 2018 in silly mode. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] Seniors reflect on BJU journey

Tabitha Leaman
April 25, 2019
Everyone enjoys the Talent Show at Homecoming 2018, BJU. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] Students find new alternatives for summer storage

Samantha Veira
April 18, 2019
Jewel Schuurmans

[Photo] Jewel Schuurmans

Jewel Schuurmans
April 4, 2019
Charles Billiu

[Photo] BJU presents Broadway musical Titanic

Daniel Quigley
March 7, 2019
Winners for the NCCAA Cross Country Regional Meet at BJU, October 27, 2018 (Hal Cook)

[Photo] Second biennial Bruin Daze kicks off

Tabitha Leaman
February 28, 2019
Bruins Volleyball 2018

[Photo] Spotlight: Katherine Ring trains Bruins teams

Kayla Romeiser
February 21, 2019
Students starting their day on the 1st class day of 2019, BJU, January 9. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] BJU opens school at University Center

Samantha Veira
January 31, 2019
Students on their way to class for their first Thursday of fall semester 2018, BJU, August 30. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] SLC presidents outline second semester

Collegian Staff
January 18, 2019
BJU welcomes ROTC Fall 2018, Greenville, SC, April 4, 2018. (Hal Cook)

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Senitor Lindsey Graham with BJU president, Steve Pettit, and Commander Al Carper to welcome ROTC to BJU, Greenville, SC, April 4, 2018. (Hal Cook)

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Senitor Lindsey Graham presents a US Flag to BJU president, Steve Pettit, and Commander Al Carper to welcome ROTC to BJU, Greenville, SC, April 4, 2018. (Hal Cook)

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Behind the scenes of BJUs Living Gallery production, This Is My Word, Greenville, SC, March 19, 2018. (Hal Cook)

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Behind the scenes of BJUs Living Gallery production, This Is My Word, Greenville, SC, March 19, 2018. (Hal Cook)

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Nursing and pre-med students at BJU work with local hospitals as part of their educational experience, GHS, Greenville, SC, January 25, 2018. (Hal Cook)

[Photo] Health Science Association helps members make industry connections, gain familiarity

February 21, 2020
Locks have been installed in Creel and Johnson to research the most effective model to install over the summer break in each residence hall. Photos: Esther John, Hal Cook

[Photo] Locks coming to campus, but what kind?

April 20, 2018
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) recently presented President Steve Pettit and Al Carper of the BJU business faculty a flag that flew above the U.S. Capitol. Beginning in the fall semester, BJU will offer crosstown partnerships with the ROTC programs at Furman and Clemson universities. Graham was a chief supporter of BJUs in acquiring the crosstown partnerships. Carper, retired U.S. Navy Commander, will serve as BJUs ROTC adviser. Photo: BJU Marketing/Hal Cook

[Photo] BJU secures ROTC crosstown partnerships after 9-month process

April 13, 2018
Photographers, Hal Cook and Derek Eckenroth, use a massive tripod as a selfie stick to make their own photo before photographing celebrity line up, Greenville, SC, March 15, 2018. (Hal Cook)

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