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Academics

BYU geology professor explores the planet, inspires students

Kylie Swann
By Kylie Swann
January 29, 2024 12:00 AM
On the beach of Carpinteria, California, Jani Radebaugh and a group of students and faculty from BYU's Geology Department took their lunch break as towering waves crashed into the sand.
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Museum & Exhibitions

Special Collections enriches BYU education

By Fernanda Arias
January 25, 2024 12:00 AM
The Harold B. Lee Library's Special Collections not only house historical items, but also the stories of how the items became historically significant.
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Campus

Chinese Flagship Center director shares her unique journey to BYU

By Angela Hernandez
January 17, 2024 12:00 AM
Rita in the fields. Rita went back to visit one of the fields where she used to work with her family. (Photo courtesy of Rita Cortez)
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Academics

BYU English professor John Talbot describes series of 'happy accidents' that led him to BYU

By Alyse Clark
January 16, 2024 12:00 AM
Professor John Talbot used the words 'rude,' 'arrogant' and 'self-centered' when describing his former teenage self.
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Academics

Students share tips to have successful finals week

By Annika Ohran
December 13, 2023 12:00 AM
Finals season has set in at BYU, and students are tackling their final projects and exams before heading to winter break. Students can succeed in their finals by preparing ahead of time, utilizing campus resources and remembering to take care of themselves amidst the stress.
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Campus

Palestinian-Syrian refugee walks a path of dedicated learning and selfless service

Amy Ortiz
By Amy Ortiz
November 14, 2023 12:00 AM
Yearning to ease his family’s burden at age 15, Palestinian-Syrian refugee Mohammad Hameed embarked on a path of dedicated learning and selfless service.
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Academics

BYU professor teaches writing with ChatGPT

By Annika Ohran
November 02, 2023 12:00 AM
One BYU professor is using AI in unprecedented ways in his classroom this semester.
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Travel

Study abroad resources available for students

By Makenzie Gudmundson
October 18, 2023 12:00 AM
BYU study abroad programs offer a variety of financial aid and scholarship opportunities, allowing more students to participate in international study programs.
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Campus

University Accessibility Center offers accommodations for students who face challenges

Kylie Swann
By Kylie Swann
September 26, 2023 12:00 AM
The University Accessibility Center, located in the Wilkinson Student Center behind the Cougareat, offers a variety of services for students in need of additional support.
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Campus

BYU students gather to celebrate David O. McKay's 150th birthday

Amy Ortiz
By Amy Ortiz
September 09, 2023 12:00 AM
Students and faculty of the BYU McKay School of Education gathered on Friday, Sept. 8 for donuts and prizes in celebration of David O. McKay’s 150th birthday.
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Campus

Elder Renlund to speak at BYU Education Week

By Megan Christine Zaugg
August 21, 2023 12:00 AM
BYU Education Week will feature Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve as the campus devotional speaker on Tuesday, Aug. 22.
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Campus

Students participate in archaeology excavation through BYU field school

By Annika Ohran
July 12, 2023 12:00 AM
Through BYU Department of Anthropology’s Archaeology Field School, students have the opportunity to participate in excavation, gain hands-on experience and create lasting memories.
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Campus

BYU Library offers free software classes

By Annika Ohran
June 12, 2023 12:00 AM
The Software Training Lab in the Harold B. Lee Library provides free classes for BYU students, faculty and staff to learn to use various software programs.
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Campus

BYU adds new machine learning degree for Fall 2023

By Joe Wirthlin
June 09, 2023 12:00 AM
Artificial intelligence has been buzzing around the internet for months. ChatGPT, OpenAI and other AI creations have made waves in the creative world, impacting millions of people as they change the way they interact with technology.
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Sports

Steve Young receives Distinguished Utahn Award

By Joe Wirthlin
May 26, 2023 12:00 AM
BYU football star Steve Young received the 30th annual Distinguished Utahn Award from the Salt Lake Chapter of the BYU Management Society on Thursday, May 25.
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Nation

BYU Texans reflect on Uvalde shooting one year later

By Joe Wirthlin
May 24, 2023 12:00 AM
On May 24, 2022, an 18-year-old shot and killed 19 elementary school children, two teachers and wounded 17 others in Uvalde, Texas.
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Campus

BYU academic advisors discuss best classes for freshmen

By Payton Pingree
May 23, 2023 12:00 AM
Building a schedule from the extensive catalog of classes can be an overwhelming feat for first-year students at BYU. University advisors offered their insights into the best classes for freshmen to take during their first semester.
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Campus

BYU Honors Program introduces unique ways of learning, challenges for students

By Payton Pingree
May 23, 2023 12:00 AM
BYU’s Honors Program is a unique experience for students because of its open-enrollment format and focus on interdisciplinary learning. However, some students say they encountered unforeseen challenges during their time in the program.
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