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Foreword<br />
BJU’s Institutional Identity<br />
The following foundational statements define Bob Jones University and the<br />
essence of a Bob Jones University education.<br />
Excerpt from the Bob Jones University Charter<br />
The general nature and object of the corporation shall be to conduct an<br />
institution of learning for the general education of youth in the essentials of culture<br />
and in the arts and sciences, giving special emphasis to the Christian religion and the<br />
ethics revealed in the Holy Scriptures; combating all atheistic, agnostic, pagan and<br />
so-called scientific adulterations of the Gospel; unqualifiedly affirming and teaching<br />
the inspiration of the Bible (both the Old and the New Testaments); the creation<br />
of man by the direct act of God; the incarnation and virgin birth of our Lord and<br />
Saviour, Jesus Christ; His identification as the Son of God; His vicarious atonement<br />
for the sins of mankind by the shedding of His blood on the cross; the resurrection of<br />
His body from the tomb; His power to save men from sin; the new birth through the<br />
regeneration by the Holy Spirit; and the gift of eternal life by the grace of God.<br />
BJU Mission Statement<br />
Within the cultural and academic soil of liberal arts higher education, Bob<br />
Jones University exists to grow Christlike character that is scripturally disciplined,<br />
others-serving, God-loving, Christ-proclaiming and focused above.<br />
BJU Core Values<br />
• Love for and faithfulness to God and His Word<br />
• Unashamed testimony for Jesus Christ, the only Savior<br />
• Edifying love for God’s people<br />
BJU Institutional Goals<br />
• To inspire regenerated students to know, love and serve Jesus Christ<br />
• To strengthen each student’s belief in the truths of God’s Word<br />
• To develop in students Christlike character through disciplined, Spirit-filled living<br />
• To direct students toward a biblical life view that integrates God’s Truth into<br />
practical Christian living<br />
• To prepare students to excel intellectually and vocationally by offering diverse<br />
academic programs rooted in biblical truth and centered on a liberal arts core<br />
• To develop in students the cultural breadth and social skills that enhance<br />
their lives and also equip them to communicate biblical truth effectively<br />
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