Ivette Galvez Laparra
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BYU student is crowned Miss Samoa USA
On August 1, 2024, BYU student Josephina Lealaitafea was crowned Miss Samoa USA after the pageant's 15-year hiatus.
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Multicultural students participate as SOAR counselors
SOAR, an annual camp for multicultural high school seniors, recently finished the first session of the summer on the BYU campus. Camp counselors shared how the experience uplifted not only the high schoolers, but themselves as well.
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BYU alum Sarah Jane Weaver becomes first female editor-in-chief at Deseret News
It is possible that when Sarah Jane Weaver was at BYU, she was unaware that she would make history in the news industry and in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What she did know was that she wanted to make her ancestors proud, and BYU was the beginning of that journey for her.
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Officers discuss future drone usage at Provo Police Coffee (or Cocoa) with a Cop
Provo police officers gathered at the Provo Towne Centre Target's Starbucks on May 29 to share snacks and drinks with people walking by.
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Students talk about social media
As May comes to a close, so does Mental Health Awareness Month. Online research has shown mental illness is prevalent in the state of Utah. Students have opened up about their experiences with mental health struggles and, specifically, social media.
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President Nelson announces 15 new temples, talks about Kirtland Temple
President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, addressed members in a pre-recorded message on Sunday, April 7 at the 194th Annual General Conference.
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Campus construction progress
Students at BYU are getting used to noise and alternate routes to class as construction continues.
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How to celebrate Women's History Month
Not long ago, we celebrated International Women's Day, yet Women's History Month continues.
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Full-time students and professional Mariachis
There are a number of students with impressive careers and talents outside of their schooling at BYU. This group includes siblings Paloma and Gustavo Castillo, who aside from being full-time students, are professional mariachis.
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