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Grafted Together Ep 81: Bob Jones University: The Next Generation

October 15, 2026

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Dr. Matthew Weathers, Chief Enrollment Officer at Bob Jones University, joins the Grafted Together Podcast and highlights the strategic value of humanities and liberal arts education, emphasizing how foundational learning fosters "cultural dexterity" and equips students for diverse callings.

Guest bio: Dr. Matthew Weathers has served globally as a K–12 Christian school vice-principal, university instructor, cross-cultural leader, and student mentor. Matthew teaches leadership at Bob Jones University and directs the summer LeadershipX camp at BJU. He currently serves as Chief Enrollment Officer at Bob Jones University and previously led the BJU Center for Leadership Development.

More on Bob Jones:

website: bju.edu

Instagram: @bjuedu

Centennial website (this is our 100th year!): 100.bju.edu

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