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13 seniors featured in Interior Architecture and Design exhibition
January 31, 2025
Photos: winter storm impacts Bob Jones University
Photos: winter storm impacts Bob Jones University
January 13, 2025
Photo courtesy of the Greenville Concert Band.
Local band to perform seasonal concerts
December 11, 2024
Choirs preparing for Handel's Messiah in sectionals in the Fine Arts Building, 2024.
BJU choirs to combine for “Messiah” artist series
December 11, 2024
Photo courtesy of Michael Boyle, VisitGreenville
A look at local holiday events
December 10, 2024
Infographic: How BJU students celebrate Christmas
Infographic: How BJU students celebrate Christmas
December 4, 2024
Infographic: How BJU students celebrate Christmas
Infographic: How BJU students celebrate Christmas
December 4, 2024
Column: Experiencing the Bronco Off-Roadeo
Column: Experiencing the Bronco Off-Roadeo
October 18, 2024
Photo submitted.
Column: BJU education majors attend unifying Christian teachers’ convention
October 17, 2024
Students enjoy the faculty flag football game.
Photos: BJU community joins annual Homecoming celebration
October 16, 2024
BJU faculty football game comes down to the wire in instant classic
BJU faculty football game comes down to the wire in instant classic
October 14, 2024
The Culinary Study Abroad team poses in front of statues. Photo submitted.
Students gain real world experience through BJU Study Abroad, summer ministry
October 10, 2024
Photo provided by the Division of Art and Design.
13 seniors featured in Interior Architecture and Design exhibition
January 31, 2025
Choirs preparing for Handel's Messiah in sectionals in the Fine Arts Building, 2024.
BJU choirs to combine for “Messiah” artist series
December 11, 2024
Joel Wright and Erika McGonigal act in "Wait Until Dark."
BJU Theatre Department opens season with thriller “Wait Until Dark”
October 23, 2024
Students lead music during chapel. Photo courtesy of BJU.
Crockett brings changes to BJU chapel
October 22, 2024
The "Bob Pod" team interviews BJU president Josh Crockett for the first episode.
Announcing the “Bob Pod:” BJU’s student podcast
October 8, 2024
A large tree fell beside Performance Hall. Photo courtesy of BJU.
Hurricane Helene batters Bob Jones University
October 6, 2024
Photos: winter storm impacts Bob Jones University
Photos: winter storm impacts Bob Jones University
January 13, 2025
Photo courtesy of the Greenville Concert Band.
Local band to perform seasonal concerts
December 11, 2024
Photo courtesy of Michael Boyle, VisitGreenville
A look at local holiday events
December 10, 2024
Arianna Jenks and David Schwingle rehearse "Cyrano de Bergerac."
Bob Jones University Classic Players prepares for “Cyrano de Bergerac”
November 19, 2024
The Queen's Six singers performing in FMA for Artist Series, 2024.
The Queen’s Six perform historic repertoire
November 16, 2024
Joel Wright and Erika McGonigal act in "Wait Until Dark."
BJU Theatre Department opens season with thriller “Wait Until Dark”
October 23, 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 pastor's 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
Photo provided by BJU.
Tom Dugan’s Wiesenthal: a one-man show
January 24, 2025
One man expresses his gratitude to volunteers providing meals in the Asheville area following Hurricane Helene's devastation.
Column: Heartbreak and hope in the wake of Helene
November 4, 2024
Nearly 100 years of BJU presidential history
Nearly 100 years of BJU presidential history
May 7, 2024
Backstage Pass: Rodeheaver Auditorium's 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
Column: Election to action
Column: Election to action
December 13, 2024
Dr. Josh
Dr. Josh
December 3, 2024
The Inkwell Literary Magazine 2022 spring staff. Photo submitted.
Column: BJU’s Inkwell Literary Magazine gathers creative writers
November 5, 2024
Sick Surprise
Sick Surprise
September 21, 2024
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
The crew gathers for a planning session.
Column: Stage crew for “Cyrano de Bergerac” makes the show go on
November 21, 2024
The Inkwell Literary Magazine 2022 spring staff. Photo submitted.
Column: BJU’s Inkwell Literary Magazine gathers creative writers
November 5, 2024
One man expresses his gratitude to volunteers providing meals in the Asheville area following Hurricane Helene's devastation.
Column: Heartbreak and hope in the wake of Helene
November 4, 2024
Column: Experiencing the Bronco Off-Roadeo
Column: Experiencing the Bronco Off-Roadeo
October 18, 2024
Photo submitted.
Column: BJU education majors attend unifying Christian teachers’ convention
October 17, 2024
Spring Fever
Spring Fever
April 25, 2024
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
From classroom to cuisine: BJU culinary arts students open new Bistro Sept. 27
From classroom to cuisine: BJU culinary arts students open new Bistro Sept. 27
September 21, 2024
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
Photo provided by BJU Bruins.
Bruins men’s cross country claims 9th straight NCCAA national title
December 12, 2024
BJU takes the championship title in the final match against Boyce College. Photo provided by BJU Bruins.
BJU Bruins men’s and women’s soccer teams claim 2024 NCCAA national championships
December 9, 2024
Sigma Alpha Chi Spartans celebrate their Turkey Bowl soccer championship, Nov. 11, 2023.
Spartans set to defend Turkey Bowl title against Royals
November 16, 2024
BJU hosts annual pre-season Soccer Jamboree to kick off intramural season
BJU hosts annual pre-season Soccer Jamboree to kick off intramural season
October 10, 2024
Photo courtesy of BJU.
BJU Bruins defeat PCC Eagles amidst campus-wide power outage
October 3, 2024
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
Sigma Alpha Chi Spartans celebrate their Turkey Bowl soccer championship, Nov. 11, 2023.
Spartans set to defend Turkey Bowl title against Royals
November 16, 2024
BJU hosts annual pre-season Soccer Jamboree to kick off intramural season
BJU hosts annual pre-season Soccer Jamboree to kick off intramural season
October 10, 2024
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 women's soccer championship and society events to the traditional men's 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
Photo provided by BJU Bruins.
Bruins men’s cross country claims 9th straight NCCAA national title
December 12, 2024
BJU takes the championship title in the final match against Boyce College. Photo provided by BJU Bruins.
BJU Bruins men’s and women’s soccer teams claim 2024 NCCAA national championships
December 9, 2024
Photo courtesy of BJU.
BJU Bruins defeat PCC Eagles amidst campus-wide power outage
October 3, 2024
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
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Photo of midnight madness, the event introducing the BJU intercollegiate team.

Brody and the Bruins: the making of BJU’s mascot

Collegian Staff • February 10, 2017

Back in 2011 when BJU announced that the University would bring back its intercollegiate athletics program, the administration knew that BJU would need a mascot to represent the University. In order to...

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