Elliott Wise, a BYU art history professor, strongly believes in the power of symbolism and art — and their deep connection to one's faith — whether expressed through a Nativity set or a painting of the Savior.
At the 2024 commencement ceremony on Thursday, April 25, more than 7,100 students were honored for completing higher degrees at Brigham Young University.
When Kyla Balser took her first twirl on the dance floor at her local studio in Salem, Utah, she was only eight years old. Ever since that time, she dreamed of someday leaving her small town and six-acre farm to pursue a career as a professional dancer.
Mary Davis, an associate professor of microbiology and molecular biology, delivered Tuesday's devotional address. She focused her remarks on learning how to move forward in uncertainty and refraining from comparing life paths with others.
Rick Anderson, the university librarian, explored symbols from Lehi’s vision in the Book of Mormon as he delivered Tuesday’s devotional. He emphasized the choice individuals face between following worldly wisdom and finding joy in partaking of God's love.
Elder Brian K. Taylor, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, focused his Tuesday devotional address on the importance of understanding the plan of salvation and our divine nature.
Prior to delivering Tuesday’s devotional address, Steve Hafen, BYU’s administration vice president and CFO, found himself reflecting on two interrelated questions: 1) how can individuals increase the frequency and depth of peace in their lives?, and 2) what is the role of the Savior's Atonement in this process?
“There is only one way to return to live with God, and it is designated as the covenant path,” saidElder Dale G. Renlund, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as he delivered Tuesday’s devotional address.
Elder Evan A. Schmutz, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered Tuesday's devotional address. He urged the audience to consider the importance of their mortal lives.