Who could have imagined a year like 2020? Many of us are glad to see this year come to a close and a new year begin. Yet in spite of the trials of this year, God has blessed at BJU. Take a look back at some of the best stories BJUtoday published in the last year.
Alumni Spotlight: Hollowed Earth Heals, Connects
by Lauren Flower
Alumni Mark and Sarah Batory (’05 and ’04) have grown Hollowed Earth Pottery from a side hustle to the bustling pottery business it is today.
Now You See Me: Behind the Magic of ‘The Tempest’
Take a peek behind the scenes of BJU’s 2020 production of The Tempest in this student-created documentary.
Family Affected by COVID-19 Shares Story
BJU Health Sciences faculty member Melanie Schell shares the story of her family’s experience when her husband was diagnosed with COVID-19.
Result of Bible Conference Campaign Will be Rolling Soon
A check for $195,293.53 — proceeds from the Bible Conference offering in February — will build a mobile unit for the work of the Carolina Pregnancy Center.
Alumni Spotlight: Slow and Steady Wins the Race
by Krystal Allweil
Accounting alumnus Steve Austin (BS ’74) achieved a partnership at Price Waterhouse, a feat accomplished by few and credited to lessons learned at BJU.
Rewards Drive Increasing Number of Male Nurses
by Dave Lewandowski
The share of male registered nurses in the U.S. has risen from 2.7% in 1970 to 12% in 2019.
New Organization Promotes Unifying Voice
by Valeria Garcia-Hincapie
Minorities Empowered to Educate and Serve (METES), launched on Oct. 22, connects the issues of today, awareness of other cultures and unity in Christ.
Campus Updates: Revamping Places, Adding Fun Spaces
by Dave Lewandowski
Creating another outdoor student activity and gathering area in light of COVID-19 was among the multitude of projects completed over the summer on campus.
New SHP Home Opens with Vision for the Future
by Dave Lewandowski
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster joined BJU administration, faculty/staff and others to officially open the School of Health Professions on campus.
The Couple Who Serves Together Stays Together
by Krystal Allweil
The Carpers, the Colemans, the Cooks, the Gamets, the Godwins and the Stegalls all met at BJU and are serving here together in one way or another.
