the BJU Alumni Podcast

How encouraging is it to learn that the founder of the university instituted a truth-affirming tradition that is still in use today, 100 years later, as the mission of educating young people in a Christian and Biblical worldview while providing them with the transformative experience of being trained to pursue a higher calling continues in every classroom, dorm room, chapel service, dinner table and prayer group.

This episode is being released on April 8th, 2026, which just so happens to be the 100th anniversary of the signing of the original charter of Bob Jones College, the organization that eventually became Bob Jones University. Listen as Dr. John Matzko, BJU's resident archivist and historian, shares interesting stories about the signing of the charter, and as David and Zach share the relevancy of the mission of the university today, 100 years later!

Dr. Michael Moore has been at his "dream job" for over 20 years, and his connection to Bob Jones University goes even farther back than that! As the new Dean of the School of Fine Arts and Communication at BJU, Dr. Moore is invested in and passionate about the future of the arts programs at the university. Listen as he shares the opportunities students have through his school and the incredible faculty partners that bring the mission to life every day, both in and out of the classroom.

How does a student studying pre-law end up in the Republic of Uganda at a Bible college and Scripture ministry? Today’s alumni guest, Dan Huffstutler, shares his journey through Bob Jones University, how his experience on campus prepared him for life beyond the classroom and the reason he and his wife encouraged their daughters to attend BJU. Listen to Dan’s story of God’s grace. 

The most challenging part of this interview was finding a time when Dr. Buhr was sitting down! From partnerships with campus and community leaders to helping with Teachers for Tomorrow, Dr. Buhr has his hands in every aspect of the teacher training programs here at Bob Jones University. Listen as he shares all the remarkable ways students are prepared to pursue a higher calling at BJU and the heartbeat behind the faculty and staff as they mentor and guide these young men and women into their careers as Christian educators.

Dr. Pattye Casarow is not only the interim Dean of the School of Fine Arts and Communication at Bob Jones University, but she also directs the University Singers, a choir designed specifically for first-year students at BJU. Today you have the special treat to hear Teaghan Bair, a first year nursing major and the president of the U Singers officer crew, interview her choir director. You’ll also hear from another member of the officer crew, Emmy Omondi, a health sciences major, as they chat with Dr. Casarow about the opportunities and privileges provided to students who participate in quote, freshman choir, at BJU. 

Dr. Julie Hartman is the Division Chair for the Division of Human Services at Bob Jones University. While this is a relatively new name for programs that have existed for many years at BJU, Dr. Hartman also has seen exponential growth opportunities for young people who have a burden to reach their communities with the Gospel. Already graduates from this division have seen success and open doors through their training at BJU as their pursue a higher calling. 

60 years of learning is a lifetime of opportunity to grow every single day in your knowledge, skillset and ability. Dr. Beverly Cormican brings a breadth and depth of nontraditional classroom experience to her role as the Vice Provost for Online Learning  at BJU. You will find SCOPE in every school or college at Bob Jones University, and Dr. Cormican’s team is personally engaged with their students thanks to the advances in technology and the online opportunities BJU has they prepare students to pursue a higher calling. 

BJU's School of Health Professions faculty members are actively serving in their respective fields during semester breaks, an activity that keeps them up-to-date with the latest trends in health and medical practices. Dr. Jessica Minor, a 2007 graduate of BJU herself, shares how students from her school are seeing success both in the classroom and upon graduation, thanks to the sacrificial investment of the faculty in their lives.

Teacher education is the career path that prepares all other careers. Dr. Brian Carruthers, Dean of the School of Education and Human Services at Bob Jones University, shares a bit about his journey in Christian education (over 40 years of experience) and how his faculty and staff are preparing their students at BJU to pursue a higher calling.