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Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence: 250 Years of trying to fulfill the promise

Sariah Francis
By Sariah Francis
July 03, 2026 10:00 AM
Content with his intellectual, architectural and other pursuits at home in Monticello, Thomas Jefferson had no intention of becoming a political leader during the founding of America.
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The legend of Brigham Young's "Best Stallion" at the first Deseret Fair

By Sydnee Van Woerkom
October 09, 2025 06:18 PM
There seemed to be no definite answer. It was more than likely to have happened, but the proof I was looking for was just something I wasn't going to find. I had accepted that. I had come to terms with the idea that this piece was going to be more about my journey than the destination. Then I got the email. “Ha! I just found the answer.”
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The State Fair and its orchestrators

By Sierra Martin
October 09, 2025 06:14 PM
In front of a smattering of plastic lawn chairs — blue, white and red, most of them — Michael Jullian and Matthew Seabury make themselves comfortable on the Oasis Stage, kicking off their set with the former on guitar and the latter on the electric bass.
9 Min Read
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Documentaries

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Documentary

Pathway to Education: Powering Progress in the Philppines

By Universe Contributor
December 04, 2025 06:55 PM
A new 15-minute documentary produced by four BYU journalism students highlights how
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By study and by faith: The legacy of Karl G. Maeser

By Universe Contributor
September 18, 2025 09:53 PM
Karl G. Maeser founded Brigham Young Academy in Provo, Utah in 1875, under the direction of Brigham Young, the second prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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By study & by faith: Maeser's call to serve

By Universe Contributor
September 18, 2025 09:51 PM
In 1875, Karl G. Maeser spoke of a hill in Utah Valley, one covered with “temples of learning.” Today, Brigham Young University stands on that famed hill in Provo, Utah.
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A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief

The "Poor Wayfaring Man" project was produced by students and staff mentors in the journalism program in the School of Communications at Brigham Young University.
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By study & by faith: Roots of a Latter-day Saint educator

By Universe Contributor
September 18, 2025 09:00 PM
Karl G. Maeser was born in Miesen, Germany, in 1828. He later attended the prestigious Kreuzschule, a highly respected preparatory school that prepared students to attend a university. Attending a university would have significantly elevated Maeser’s social standing, but he decided instead to attend a teacher’s college in the nearby town of Dresden.
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The Savior Stood Before Mine Eyes: Understanding the legacy of Thorvaldsen's Christus statue

By Universe Contributor
November 14, 2024 01:25 PM
The Christus statue, created by Bertel Thorvaldsen, is renowned as an incredible work of art that helps viewers connect with Christ, regardless of their faith origin. What many people may not know about the statue are its origins.
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Pathway to Education: Breaking Ground in Ghana

By Universe Contributor
May 02, 2024 12:00 AM
Explore the impact of the BYU–Pathway Worldwide education program in Ghana in this 13 minute documentary. Experience intimate interviews and stunning visuals, and listen to Ghanaians share how education has changed their lives. This is a story of hope, innovation and personal transformation created by four BYUjournalism students.
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Rising from the ashes: Journalism students document Maui wildfire aftermath

By Sydni Merrill
December 08, 2023 12:00 AM
Four students and two faculty members in the BYU School of Communications journalism sequence traveled to Lahaina, Maui in October to document rebuilding efforts following the August Maui wildfires.
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Remembering Rumbula: Preserving the memory of the WWII massacre in Riga

By Universe Contributor
June 15, 2023 12:00 AM
In pris’n I saw him next, condemned to meet a traitor’s doom at morn. The tide of lying tongues I stemmed, and honored him ’mid shame and scorn. My friendship’s utmost zeal to try, he asked if I for him would die. The flesh was weak; my blood ran chill, but my free spirit cried, “I will!”
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Voices speaking from the dust: Documenting the lost victims of Auschwitz-Birkenau

By Abigail Westerby
June 15, 2023 12:00 AM
BYU interns in Krakow, Poland assisted the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial in their preservation of the identities of those who lost their lives at Auschwitz.
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Sharing living water: Improving the hydraulic resources in the Dominican Republic

By Universe Contributor
March 30, 2023 12:00 AM
I spied him where a fountain burst clear from the rock; his strength was gone. The heedless water mocked his thirst; he heard it, saw it hurrying on. I ran and raised the suff’rer up; thrice from the stream he drained my cup, dipped and returned it running o’er; I drank and never thirsted more.
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Projects

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Spanish

21st annual 'Luz de las Naciones' performance to highlight Latin American lands

By Reihana Wilson
October 24, 2023 12:00 AM
'Luz de las Naciones,' or “Light of the Nations,” is an annual Latin American celebration hosted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This year's performance centers on the theme of 'Nuestra Tierra,' or 'Our Land.'
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How Utah celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

By Reihana Wilson
September 26, 2023 12:00 AM
From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, Utah is hosting events and festivities to honor the influence, culture and history of Latin American countries.
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Special Projects

Final volume of Joseph Smith Papers to release on day of the Prophet’s martyrdom 

By Payton Pingree
June 15, 2023 12:00 AM
The project team for the Joseph Smith Papers is set to release the final volume of the papers on June 27, the 179th anniversary of the Prophet’s martyrdom.
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