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The history behind BYU's iconic Y Mountain

October 13, 2025 02:00 PM
More than a century ago, a group of Brigham Young University students stood shoulder to shoulder on a steep Provo hillside, passing buckets of lime, sand and rocks up a human chain.
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Eye on the Y: Hike and Light the Y, Mayor Michelle Kaufusi shares power of teambuilding

October 23, 2023 12:00 AM
BYU community hikes the Y Mountain to light the Y
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Homecoming traditions for the loyal, strong and true

October 06, 2015 12:00 AM
Students attend the BYU Homecoming Dance. (Universe Photo)
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