Bob Jones University
“During my tenure at Bob Jones (BJ), IReligion/Religious
During my tenure at Bob Jones (BJ), I was given the honors of being both student body president and election to WHO'S WHO. While both of these accomplishments were fine within the 200 acre perimeter of the university, neither mattered much in the vast expanse of the "real" world. BJ does confirm many of the principles the students arrive with their first day. They (BJ) augment this with a continuation of "what to think." The weakness of BJ philosophy is that it fails to address "how to think." The scripture admonishes us to be ready to give a "reason" for our hope. This was not instilled at BJ. One only has to look at the small percentage of alumni who are actually members of the "Alumni Association", to ascertain former students' perception of their education and subsequent loyalty to the school.
view full review→May 31 2004
Alumnus Male -- Class 2000
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“It seems like yesterday; although it was overAverageBusiness - Management and Administration
It seems like yesterday; although it was over 12 years ago I left BJ. I ended up going to BJ because my controlling father liked the fact that the university was also controlling. I don't blame my Dad; he has since realized that forcing compliance isn't the right way to develop strong Christians.
My time a BJ was a blur, I never felt like I fit in and had to suppress my rights to question and have dissenting opinions. If you have different beliefs you quickly become labeled and watched. My retreat was to cut my self off, at least from all but a few close likeminded friends. I spent as much time as possible off campus, usually playing sports. It was such a breath of fresh air to be drive through those gates and not be afraid to be myself. Those years were so important to my development around my belief system. Not because my parents believed this way or the faculty believed this way, but because I could question and come to my own realizations. BJU held me back from doing this; in fact they pushed me the other way because of their manipulative ways. Those of you who have had a roommate turn you in for going off campus without permission can commiserate.
Besides the social and personal growth aspects that did not occur at my time at BJ, I never realized at 18 years of age that I would have to defend the legitimacy of my education every time I changed jobs, even within the same company. Is that a racist school? What is with the interracial dating policy? I have answered these questions more times that I care to over the last 12 years. My recourse was getting into an accredited graduate business program; my undergraduate degree is now less relevant. The amazing thing is that I never questioned the schools policy on interracial dating while I was there, why should I, I was a white male. I was so indoctrinated at the time that I thought the policy must be right. Sad...
I have gotten over my experience at BJ and wish them no ill will. If you are a Christian studying to preach or be involved with music, it is a good training ground. If you want a Christian environment for business training, where you have the opportunity to make some decisions and grow as a person I would recommend Liberty University or some place similar. My nephew just graduated from there and my understanding is that it is Bible based, yet lacks the legalist control mentality that exists at BJ.
While BJU has prepared many young people for the ministry, they have also pushed many out. There will be many Christians in Heaven that haven't listened to classical music throughout their life and can make their own judgment about going to see a movie.
view full review→May 18 2004
4th Year Female -- Class 1992
Perceived Campus Safety: A+, Individual Value: D
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Recommended: Getting Involved: The Key to College Happiness
“From the moment I became a Christian ANDQuite BrightBusiness - Management and Administration
From the moment I became a Christian AND wanted to be a light to others I became controversial with my family, friends and co-workers. I then fit in God's plan, but I no longer seemed to fit in other people's. Now I know that this is a trademark of the passionate Christian. You will find that BJU is controversial... But, take comfort! It's for all the right reasons! Let us be passionate! At BJU you will be trained to handle life in the REAL world. You will, of course, not beieve this if you think that the real world consists of what you hear from alleged "smart people" on TV or what other "smart -but spiritually weak- people" tell you personally. There is a spiritual battle out there. Most people are unaware of this and, so they don't make a difference in the world. They are not "ahead of the game." After BJU, we WILL be "ahead of the game."
ACCREDITATION
I am glad that BJU CHOOSES not to be told how to operate by outside accreditation agencies. If you believe that God wants you in some other institution out there, that's your problem. But if you trust that God sent you here, then why worry about accreditation? Your credits or degree WILL be accepted in the next school without doubt. While MANY colleges do not advertise that they accept unaccredited credits/degrees the truth is that they do have processes and conditions set up for their acceptance. Like you, I have heard lots of testimonies of this, and have done my own research. Other people have too. Look into the following DISCUSSION GROUP/FORUM (very informative, non-christian)and read all the posts. There you will find LISTS OF COLLEGES that will, MAYBE after some assesment, condition or testing period, ACCEPT our "unaccredited" degrees/credits. GO TO:
http://www.collegehints.com/boards/showthread.php?t=578
YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL!
GOD HAS GREAT PLAN FOR EACH ONE OF US!
THE LIST in this website only scratches the surface. There are more. Here at Bob Jones U, I dont focus on the rules. They are a great starting point from where to develop our own rules of life and conduct for when we move on. Soon enough, we WILL be immersed in a world without rules, without right or wrong, without authority figures to obey. Let us taste these rules for a little while... Some of them will stick with us anyway, no doubt! Enjoy BJU while you can, there is no other place like it... for all the right reasons!
view full review→May 10 2004
2nd Year Female -- Class 2006
Faculty Accessibility: A+, Scholastic Success: B+
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