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BYU alum Brandon Sanderson's Kickstarter reaches $4.5 million

July 08, 2020 12:00 AM
BYU alum and author Brandon Sanderson started a Kickstarter for the 10th anniversary, leather-bound edition of his book, 'The Way of Kings,' reaching his funding goal of $250,000 in three minutes.
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BYU grad creates popular Instagram account of 'Come, Follow Me' insights

May 27, 2020 12:00 AM
Sister Sharon Eubank had a message for Latter-day Saint women in her October 2017 general conference address: articulate your faith.
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Organization offers humanitarian trips despite voluntourism debate

August 08, 2019 12:00 AM
Volunteer Paige Stodtmeister plays with a boy at an orphanage in Baja, Mexico, where the Kaiizen Foundation frequently organizes volunteer trips. (Kaiizen Foundation)
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BYU women alumni influence modern Church

April 02, 2019 12:00 AM
Sister Bonnie H. Cordon, who was named the Young Women General President in 2018, speaks during General Conference in October 2018. Sister Cordon is one of several BYU women alumni who serves in leadership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She received her bachelor's degree in education from BYU. (Claire Gentry)
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Aurora co-founder encourages students to be trustworthy  

March 15, 2019 12:00 AM
Aurora co-founder Sterling Anderson speaks about the importance of being trustworthy. (Arianna Davidson)
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Vai Sikahema reflects on BYU journey

October 12, 2018 12:00 AM
Former NFL running back, NBC news anchor and BYU alum Vai Sikahema reflects on his personal and professional success at the Madsen Recital Hall on Oct. 11. Sikahema recently received a 2018 Alumni Achievement Award from BYU. (Lexie Flickinger)
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Alumna teaches art course to help with mental health

September 14, 2018 12:00 AM
Provo artist and instructor Carin Fausett helps a student work out the meaning behind her painting. Fausett offers art classes aimed at helping others deal with mental health issues. (Brittany Salinas)
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BYU alumni help thousands of impoverished Guatemalans

July 12, 2017 12:00 AM
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BYU plans fundraising for annual 'Giving Cougsday'

November 28, 2016 12:00 AM
Giving Cougsday is a fundraising day for BYU. The event appeals to students, staff and alumni who wish to donate to the university. (Ryan Turner)
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BYU art graduates defy odds with aspiring careers

September 22, 2016 12:00 AM
Natalie Ottley works on a pottery wheel. Ottley graduated from BYU's 3-D studio art program. (Natalie Ottley)
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McMullin campaign has three days to get on Utah ballots

August 11, 2016 12:00 AM
Independent presidential candidate and BYU alumnus Evan McMullin has officially begun his efforts toward becoming a presidential nominee.
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BYU alumnus launches first World Jersey Day to fight hunger

September 16, 2015 12:00 AM
Provo Beach Resort is hosting a launch party for the first annual World Jersey Day to fight world hunger on Wednesday, Sept. 30.
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