Bob Jones University Top Questions

After one semester of college education under my belt and possibly a lifetime of new experiences, I could write a book with all the things that I could tell myself about making the transition to college. Probably the most important things I would tell myself would be to take the best notes possible in class because that will translate into easier studying, also get out and have some fun every once and a while. College life can be really boring and energy draining if all you do is go to class and spend time in the dorm room studying. I would tell myself to dive into the diversity of the entire experience one can recieve at this college but make sure to keep education the most important thing on the agenda.

Dear 16 year old me, I know it seems like college is very far away and you don't need to start preparing now, but you do. Start establishing good study habits and learn how to balance social life, extra-curriculars, and homework now. In a couple years, you will graduate from highschool, take your dad's advice and go to community college for a year instead of sitting out, it will make the transition to a big, out-of-state university a lot easier. When you do get to the university, jump in with both feet, don't back out of auditioning for choir because you think you aren't good enough, by the time you're a junior, you will regret it. Take every opportunity to give up your entire Saturday to go volunteer for a community service project, do it even if you have to miss the big football game, it will change your life. When deciding on a Greek society to join, go with your first instinct, don't second guess yourself, and participate in every activity possible. Don't live to regret not being an active part of your school. Sincerely, 22 year old you

What makes me a good college student is determination, drive and my desire to learn. I want to further my education so I can give back to my community and be a productive member of society. I am currently on dissability for a number of different reasons but I am willing to do whatever it takes to overcome my dissabilities to succeed at my dream of being in the medical field.

College is a "betterment" of myself--an experience that is making me a stronger, smarter individual. This experience is benefitting my future, but also my present. Yes, I am enrolled nat an instution for learning, but I am enjoying the ride. I am meeting friends who are just as passionate about my field of study as I am. I am enjoying some independence without being thrust out into the world before I am ready. And yes, I am learning a trade that will turn into an occupation with a little more hard work. As a member of society, I owe it to the world to be the best I can be. For me, that means being well trained and developing my skills to their full capacity. It would be near impossible to squeeze that big goal into my junior high and high school years (not to mention that it would take all the fun out to those years). College is an extension of my education to give me ample time to reach that goal. I know that with my diploma comes the satisfaction of hard work, and the fulfillment of my years being a "student."

My professors pour their lives into us as students. Not only do they help us succeed academically, more importantly they invest in our lives by showing us how to live in a morally upright and God-pleasing way. One of my professors who excells in all that he does particularly demonstrated patience and love, especially to a student who was intentionally trying to irritate him. I have learned that education is highly important, yet it is not an end-all. Taking time to invest in other people's lives is always more important than success. I must make the choice to love all people, even the seemingly unlovable, through not only my words but more obviously through my actions. Life is not all about myself; it is about living to glorify God which will, in turn, be evidenced in my love for others.

I have recieved the foundation of what will make me become more than i have ever imagined. For years i have been in the work force going from job to job. i was unhappy, i felt no challenge as i seem to wake up every morning and go through the normal routine of going to a job i didn't want and i felt didn't want me. For years I blamed the job till i realized it was me and i needed more and college has provided that to me. College has shown me that i am worth more than 30 minute lunches and working below where i should be at. I hunger for education like nothing else i have had before. I have always made excuses on why i should not go to school and how i thought school was a waste of time just to get a piece of paper. It has helped in a way to where i not only learn but i help others learn to. i have been able to take the things i have learned and pass that down to others that have needed help.

It has been a great learning experience.

I have gotten valuable experience while attending BJU. Not only did I receive a great education academically, but I learned what is truly valuable in life. It's so much more then money or a good career. It's loving others and living a life that pleases God. That brings complete satisfaction. BJU prepared me well to work in the business field.

College has provided me a better exposure to working with deadlines. It has also given me greater knowledge in my area of study so that I can better perform in a career. I have made many friends at the school, and have had the opportunity to meet potential employers and future coworkers. They have shown me a glimpse of what I could be doing in that profession. The classes I have taken have helped to prepare me with the specialized knowledge necessary for a profitable future in my career.

I've learned new facts through classes, not just the kind that you put away in your head & store for another day, but the kind that help you in life. The teachers are caring & helpful & give real-life examples in class that help us to apply the material to our own lives. I've made dozens of new friends, many very good friends, that I hope to keep in touch with after college. I've learned the value of time & how to budget my time to fit in everything I want to do while in college. I've learned to make the most out of my college experience by being involved in many activities outside of the classroom such as being on the University yearbook staff, working on campus, being involved in my literary society, & going on weekly extension ministries & outreaches.