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Find a BYU-Idaho Friend


We invite prospective students from all over the world to get to know a typical BYU-Idaho student. Below, you will find bio's of students who want to connect with you. Please click on the picture of the student you would like to talk to, which will bring up an email form. Write your questions, thoughts, and/or concerns. Your new friend will be in touch with you soon. We are excited to hear from you!

 

Danelle Arbogast Lacey Brewer Meghan Ball

Ambassador: Danelle Arbogast
Hometown: Edumclaw, Washington

Major: FCS Education

Class: Senior

 

Interesting details:

I love sports, being involved on campus, laughing, being with friends, taking pictures, cooking and smiling.

Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: I love the spirit on campus. There is definitely a difference between BYU-Idaho and other universities. I love also how easy it is to meet people!

Ambassador: Lacey Brewer

Hometown: Virginia Beach, VA

Major: English: Creative Writing

Minor: Home and Family Living

Class: Junior


Interesting details:

: I've been a member of the Church for a year. I was baptized in Las Vegas, and I love being a member of the Church. I live in Rexburg year round and I am on fast grad, so I attend school all three semesters. Not only am I a Student Ambassador, but I'm also on the English Academic Society.
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: When I came to BYU-Idaho I gained my family. I love my roommates, and the teachers never make you feel like just another face in their class. There is always something to do on campus or off, even though it is such a small town. There are so many student run programs its hard to choose just a few to join, and I find myself wanting to do everything.

Ambassador: Meghan Ball
Hometown: Cedar Hills, Utah
Major: Elementary Education

Class: Senior


Interesting details:

I have been married for almost a year and half now and I love it!
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: The spirit of Ricks, the opportunity to integrate the gospel into all school subjects.

Chris Correll

Ambassador: Chris Correll

Hometown: Miami, Florida

Major: General Studies

Minor: Sports Management

Class: Sophomore

Mission: Ventura, CA


Interesting details:

I am a convert to the Church, and was baptized almost 5 years ago. I attended BYU-Provo before my mission, during which I transferred up here to Rexburg, and this is my first semester living here.
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: The willingness of the student body to always help out, whether or not they know you. The spirit of the brotherhood that sweeps the campus and the surrounding communities, inviting those around you.

Kimberly Walton

Ambassador: Kimberly Walton

Hometown: Boise, Idaho

Major: Elementary Education

Class: Sophomore


Interesting details:

I love making cookies, rolls and breadsticks. Play violin for 13 years now. Love to boat with my family. I love chocolate milk. I have 3 sisters and 2 brothers. I love cheering at all their games and meets with the rest of the family.
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: The beautiful campus- snow or flowers, it always looks good!

Brionne Porter Elisabeth Petersen

Ambassador: Brionne Porter

Hometown: Preston, Idaho

Major: University Studies

Minor: Marriage and family studies

Class: Junior


Interesting details:

2nd oldest out of five kids, Love vegetables especially broccoli, love palates and yoga, love hiking, backpacking, camping, four wheeling, jet skiing, boating, service and bargain shopping.
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: Service program, dances, Dance classes teams, talent exploration, devotional, student spirit events, spirit of ricks, student honor.

Ambassador: Elisabeth Petersen

Hometown: Morgan, Utah

Major: Music

Minor: English

Class: Sophomore


Interesting details:

I have played the violin since the age of four, I love music (of course) and I love to find new exciting things to do!
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: My favorite things about BYU-Idaho are the friends one can make here. Everyone is so kind and focused on their goals and you can feel he spirit everywhere you go. This campus is purely driven by inspiration.

Emily Nielsen

Ambassador: Emily Nielsen

Hometown: Visalia, California

Major: Child Development

Minor:: History

Class: Freshman


Interesting details:

I am an backpacker, hiking, singer, dancer type of girl. I love music and trying new and crazy things.
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: I love the spirit here. Wherever I go I can feel the spirit with me. There are also so many different activities here that I am never board and I can always go and learn new things. One thing I really love about my classes is that the teachers here are always there willing to help if I don't understand what we are learning.

Becky Maldonado Donald Kelly

Ambassador: Becky Maldonado

Hometown: Glendale, Arizona

Major: Business Management

Minor: Marketing

Class: Junior

Mission: Barcelona, Spain


Interesting details:

Three brothers 4 sisters, 22 nieces and nephews, I love my family! I speak Spanish; I love sports, watching ESPN!
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: Prayers in class, spirit that is felt here, devotionals.

Ambassador: Donald Kelly

Hometown: West Palm Beach, Florida

Major: Business Management/ Marketing

Minor: Economics

Class: Junior

Mission: Detroit, Michigan


Interesting details:

I am the only member of the church in my family and was introduced to the church by a friend as a 14 year old kid.
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: I can grow as a disciple of Christ and learn by the spirit in all my studies from economics, science to Book of Mormon class.

Kirsten Green

Ambassador: Kirsten Green

Hometown: Smithfield, Utah

Major: Sociology

Minor: Marriage and family relations

Class: Sophomore


Interesting details:

I’m sharing a favorite quote! “With what we get we make a living, with what we give we make a life”- Winston Churchill
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: The love that I feel while I’m on campus. We’re all so connected and we all really do look out for each other!

Jonathan Diaz Jenessa Taylor Daniel Ranson

Ambassador: Jonathan Diaz

Hometown: Coral Springs, Florida

Major: Psychology

Minor: Business

Class: Junior

Mission: Texas, McAllen


Interesting details:

I love sports! I love to play and to watch the Lakers, Dodgers and the Raiders (Even though they’re not too good!) I enjoy meeting new people and making friends. I also like to go on long drives to meditate and think about life.
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: My favorite things about BYU-Idaho is how focused it is on the students. Everything seems to be run by students, which allows us to grow in our capacities and abilities to lead and become disciples of Jesus Christ.

Ambassador: Jenessa Taylor

Hometown: Orem, Utah

Major: Communication

Minor: Spanish/ Home and Family

Class: Senior


Interesting details:

: I love sports and enjoy skiing, running, and playing basketball. I also love music and playing the violin, viola, piano, and organ. I’m the youngest of four and I live ice cream!
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: I love the feeling when I step on campus. It feels like I’m walking through temple doors.

Ambassador: Daniel Ranson

Hometown: Riverside, California

Major: Accounting

Minor: Business/ Communication

Class: Junior

Mission: Idaho, Pocatello


Interesting details:

I am an interpreter for the deaf, and I love Samoan food!
Favorite thing about BYU-Idaho: The opportunity we have to incorporate the gospel in every class, even weightlifting. The temple across the street. Hope that is enough for you. Have a great day.

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