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Spirit of BYU-Idaho

We encourage you to learn more about the history of BYU-Idaho and help us preserve and enhance the unique “Spirit of Ricks."

Downloadable Training Packets

Key Addresses

President Henry J. Eyring
September 19, 2017
President Clark G. Gilbert
September 15, 2015
President Kim B. Clark
September 15, 2009
President Henry B. Eyring
June 09, 2009
President Kim B. Clark
September 18, 2007
Elder David A. Bednar
October 31, 2006
President Kim B. Clark
October 11, 2005
Elder David A. Bednar
February 18, 2005
Elder Henry B. Eyring
September 18, 2001
Foundational Addresses
President Gordon B. Hinckley
June 21, 2000
President David A. Bednar
February 27, 1998

Videos

In this video, we see a brief history of BYU-Idaho and what makes this place so unique.
BYU-Idaho seeks to develop students who are spiritually focused and ready for leadership in their families, the workplace, and the community.
Discover the key aspects that make a BYU-Idaho education an experience for a lifetime.
A retrospective look at the direction BYU-Idaho has taken since its inception. See highlights of remarks by former presidents and current President Clark G. Gilbert that demonstrate the university's commitment to the course laid out by Gordon B. Hinckley, then president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in his June 2000 press conference announcement that Ricks College would become BYU-Idaho.

Key Quotes

"The seeds we are planting today will grow and become mighty oaks, and their branches will run all over the earth." (Principal Jacob Spori)
"[BYU-Idaho] was founded upon the firm belief there are extraordinary possibilities in ordinary people." (President John L. Clarke)
"This is a special college—there's not another one like it. The people you meet and the spirit you feel here will be one of your greatest treasures." (President Steven D. Bennion)
"Having begun my service as president of [BYU-Idaho] in July 1997, I quickly recognized the uniqueness of this great institution. I have a strong desire to preserve and enhance the 'spirit of Ricks.' " (President David A. Bednar)
"This is a school full of people united in their commitment to the Lord, striving to do His will, humble and teachable, willing to consecrate of their time and their talents in His work." (President Kim B. Clark)