Bob Jones University

Date: Apr 27 2005
Major: Religion/Religious (This Major's Salary over time)
The benefit I received from the university was a broadening of my mind to be open to the ideas of others. When I first came I was a very set person in my mindset, open only to what I myself had thought out. In talking with others from many different backgrounds and families and countries my mindset gradually changed. It was the broadening of my experiences at BJU that allowed me to become effective in my ministry without compromising Biblical beliefs and standards. I believe that standards should be based on the Bible, not personal preferences. I learned this at BJU and would have never learned this lesson had I never come here. The rules here were no different than the rules my parents set. Most of the rules that seemed to not have a purpose made sense to me after I asked why the rule was made. For example, I didn't understand why freshmen weren't allowed to have cars until someone explained that the rule was not designed to inhibit the freedoms of freshmen but to help the cramped parking condition campus. Many of the rules are of such a nature and I would encourage those who disagree with a rule to ask about it. I did and got a very helpful response from kind people who didn't criticize me or think less of me for asking. This is the greatest area I needed help in. I learned humility by learning to accept a rule I didn't understand.

I recommend that any one who plans on coming here visit to find out for themselves what is true. Most people who visit are surprised to find an attractive, pleasant place conducive to learning and critical thinking. When I have children old enough to attend I will heartily encourage them to come here but I will not force them. They need to find the will of God for themselves through the working of the Holy Spirit.