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My first night at college, I felt so alone. I was supposed to have dinner with my dad, who had brought me up to school and helped me unpack, but he had had to leave earlier than planned to beat an incoming storm. Without him keeping me grounded, doubts started to creep in.

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Meet the Featured Graduates of Fall 2024—BYU-Idaho's Largest Graduating Class Ever

With a total of 3,222 graduates, Fall 2024 is BYU-Idaho's largest graduating class ever!

Winter 2025 Devotional and Forum Schedule

Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m., students, faculty, and staff gather in the BYU-Idaho Center for the weekly campus devotional. Speakers are selected from university employees, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and friends of BYU-Idaho. In addition, each semester one college hosts a guest speaker for a university forum hour.

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Idaho Public Television to Broadcast 2023 BYU-Idaho Christmas Concert

In celebration of the Christmas season, Brigham Young University-Idaho’s 2023 performance of “A BYU-Idaho Christmas” with special guest Adassa will be broadcast across the state on Idaho Public Television (IdahoPTV).

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BYU-Idaho Unveils New Monument to Connect Students and Alumni

On December 10, 2024, directly after the weekly devotional, thousands of students, faculty, administrators, and staff gathered outside the BYU-Idaho Center for the unveiling of a new campus monument—the BYUI letters.

Announcements

New Campus Monument to be Unveiled at BYU-Idaho

Brigham Young University-Idaho is set to unveil a new campus monument on Tuesday, December 10, immediately following the university’s weekly devotional.

Announcements

Elder Clark G. Gilbert to Speak at Fall Commencement

Elder Clark G. Gilbert, General Authority Seventy and Commissioner of the Church Educational System of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, will address 3,090 graduates at Brigham Young University-Idaho’s 2024 Fall Semester Commencement on Thursday, December 19, 2024. The event will be held at 12:45 p.m. in the BYU-Idaho Center and streamed live at byui.edu/live/video.

BYU-Idaho Showcases Advancements in Artificial Intelligence at Fall 2024 AI Expo

Education at BYU-Idaho has always been about preparing students for the future, constantly innovating courses to match the skills that they will need. In his foundational address “A Steady, Upward Course,” President Henry B. Eyring stated, “The overarching theme for all of our scholarly work at Brigham Young University-Idaho should be inspired inquiry and innovation.”

Enrollment growth at Latter-day Saint universities rebuts narrative about young adults losing faith

In a new Deseret News article, Tad Walch highlights the Church Educational System and its role in building Christ-centered scholars.

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BYU-Idaho’s TESOL Alumni Outperform State and National Averages on PRAXIS Test

By Loren Caires, November 22, 2024 01:10 PM

Brigham Young University-Idaho’s TESOL graduates scored higher than state and national averages on the PRAXIS Test, a teacher certification exam.

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WSJ Ranking Places BYU-Idaho Above Major Colleges in Idaho and Utah

WSJ/College Pulse Ranks BYU-Idaho #1 in Idaho Overall, #3 Compared to Colleges in Utah Overall, and #32 in the United States for Best Value

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Broadway Star Laura Osnes to Perform in “A BYU-Idaho Christmas”

Brigham Young University-Idaho's Center Stage is pleased to bring acclaimed Broadway star Laura Osnes to the BYU-Idaho Center on Saturday, December 7, at 7:30 p.m. for the university's much-anticipated annual "A BYU-Idaho Christmas" concert. Osnes will perform alongside the students of BYU-Idaho’s College of Performing and Visual Arts celebrating the theme of “Our Favorite Things.”

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Idaho Supreme Court Holds Oral Arguments at BYU-Idaho

On November 7, members of the BYU-Idaho community had the opportunity to attend oral arguments held in front of the Idaho Supreme Court on campus.

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Beyond Art: The Myth of Creativity

By Emma Hibdon, November 11, 2024 11:14 AM

What does it mean to "be creative"? Understand and build the skills of creativity by debunking the misconceptions associated with it.

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A Worthy Investment

By Victoria Passey, November 05, 2024 02:02 PM

My friend's sudden death taught me about investing in what matters most.

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BYU-Idaho to Host Idaho Supreme Court

The Idaho Supreme Court will hear three cases on the Brigham Young University-Idaho campus in Rexburg on Thursday, November 7. Hosting the court on campus will give students, employees, and members of the Rexburg community an opportunity to see first-hand how the state Supreme Court operates.

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BYU-Idaho to Host Career Fair Featuring Over 160 Employers and Graduate Schools

Brigham Young University-Idaho is excited to announce its upcoming Career Fair, scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the BYU-Idaho Center. The event will feature more than 160 organizations, including top recruiting companies and prestigious graduate schools, offering students and alumni valuable opportunities for networking, internships, and career advancement.

Enrollment Reports

BYU-Idaho Enrollment Grows for Fall 2024

Including Largest Incoming Class in BYUI History

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Dazzling Performance of 'Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' Set to Shine at BYU-Idaho!

BYU-Idaho will host the beloved Broadway musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on Saturday, October 19, at 7:30 p.m. in the BYU-Idaho Center.

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Laughter Takes Center Stage: Frank Caliendo to Bring Comedy to BYU-Idaho

Frank Caliendo, professional impressionist and comedian, will perform at BYU-Idaho on Saturday, October 12, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hart Auditorium.

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The "President’s Own" Marine Band to Perform at BYU-Idaho

For the first time since 1985, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band returns to Rexburg, Idaho, as part of the band's Coast to Coast tour, performing a free concert at 7:30 p.m. on October 23 in the BYU-Idaho Center.

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New Liahona Article — The Church Educational System: Preparing Students for a Life of Service

“As Church members choose where they will continue their education, there are so many options. How might a school or institute of religion within the Church Educational System help?”

Academics

BYU-Idaho Ranks in Top 25 Universities Producing the Most Business Owners

Brigham Young University-Idaho is #1 in Idaho and #23 in the nation for producing business owners, with 6,025 BYU-Idaho alumni owning a business.

Students traditionally raise their scriptures, notebooks, and electronic devices at devotional to show their readiness to learn.

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Fall 2024 Devotional and Forum Schedule