“This week marks the anniversary of when Bob Jones University, a fundamentalist Christian academic institution based in South Carolina, was found not guilty of violating sex crime reporting laws [2015].” - CPost
“Crockett…. recommended the board bifurcate the leadership of the university. He would remain as president in a more pastoral and spiritual leadership capacity, while the school should hire a CEO to run the business side.” - MinistryWatch
“It is enough, in the most positive sense of that clause. The Lord gives good gifts to his people, and he gives them abundantly. So what’s next? Don’t know. I’ve done some thinking about it, but I haven’t finalized my priorities yet.” - Dan Olinger
“The editor of the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society for more than two decades and a widely respected expert on the Gospel of John, biblical theology, and hermeneutics, Dr.
A relatively unknown Greenville pastor, Joshua Crockett, recently ascended to what would have been, in the latter half of the twentieth century, one of the most prominent positions in Fundamentalism—the presidency of Bob Jones University. Thankfully, with the exception of a few on the fringes, most seem to be satisfied with his choice, or at least they are willing to give him a chance.
As he begins his presidency, Crockett should ask himself two questions. First, what can I learn from my predecessor? Second, how can I “strengthen the things which remain”?1
“On May 7, 2024, Bob Jones University’s Board of Trustees announced the election of Joshua Crockett—a man who has faithfully served the Lord for nearly 20 years in ministry—as BJU’s sixth president.” - BJU
“David Strope, interim national representative of the GARBC, ministered at Bob Jones University April 2–3, speaking in chapel services for both the university and seminary.” - GARBC
“If you know anything about depression, you know that its seems to be a ubiquitous problem but also a controversial subject. How could it be that we misunderstand such a common problem?” - Challies
The story at RNS/Church Leaders: New Bob Jones University Podcast, Former Students and Faculty Blast ‘Insular’ Culture
“The Bob Jones University Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. Alan Benson acting CEO, effective May 17, 2023…. Teaming with Benson will be Dr. Gary Weier and Dr. Bruce McAllister.” - P&D
