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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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Soccer

Lynette Hernaez: A disciple's journey in the fields of life

By Bethany Twede
November 28, 2023 12:00 AM
Lynette Hernaez: A disciple's journey in the fields of life
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Football

Bre Hall reflects on the 'highest highs and lowest lows' of family and football

November 04, 2022 12:00 AM
Every time BYU football starting quarterback Jaren Hall throws a touchdown pass, tens of thousands of Cougar fans jump to their feet to rise and shout. But one fan stands out among the rest as the most loyal, strong and true — his wife Bre Hall, who is there for it all.
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Campus

BYU associate athletic director joins family's Young Women legacy

By Jenae Hyde
October 26, 2018 12:00 AM
President Spencer W. Kimball (left) greets Arlene Barlow Darger (middle) and Norma Smith (right) in the Tabernacle following a General Conference session. (Liz Darger)
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Volleyball

BYU volleyball star focuses on personal best

October 25, 2018 12:00 AM
Roni Jones-Perry sends the ball over the net against Pepperdine on Oct. 20. (Jenae Hyde)
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Photo Galleries

Episcopal priest reflects on God's help through refugee past

By Kristine Hoyt
April 17, 2017 12:00 AM
From fleeing civil war in Sudan to becoming the leader of an Episcopal congregation in Salt Lake City, the Rev. Gabriel Garang Atem said he has seen God's hand in his life.
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Healthy Living

BYU alumnus creates CheckUp system to better healthcare

By Laekynn Davis
July 22, 2016 12:00 AM
Riley Adamson, BYU alumnus, entrepreneur and founder of CheckUp. (Emily Waddell)
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Campus

How an agnostic computer lover became a pastor

By Michelle Staker
January 01, 1970 12:00 AM
James identified as an agnostic in childhood. Now, he's a pastor for the First Baptist Church in Provo, UT (Laurie Kauer)
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