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Intellect

Top 10 BYU News stories of 2020

Natalie Ipson
By Natalie Ipson
December 30, 2020
The most-read BYU News stories of the year include a report on video game research, a gallery of creative costumes, advice about what milk to drink, and the many ways students and faculty have bettered the world throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Announcements

Devotional and Forum schedule for Winter Semester 2021

December 15, 2020
BYU President Kevin J Worthen and his wife Peggy kick off the semester and in following weeks are followed by leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU employees and a range of industry leaders and thinkers. Entertainment assemblies celebrating the talent of BYU students round out the semester schedule.
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BYU stays in the top 10 for social media engagement for fourth year in a row

September 18, 2020
Thanks to its passionate student body, faculty, alumni and friends, BYU is ranked No. 10 in the nation among universities for social media engagement.
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Announcements

BYU announces new Sorensen Center for Moral and Ethical Leadership

Todd Hollingshead
By Todd Hollingshead
September 17, 2020
Brigham Young University today announced the creation of the David E. and Verla A. Sorensen Center for Moral and Ethical Leadership. The new Center was made possible by a $40 million endowment from the Sorensen Family, longtime supporters of BYU and members of the BYU President’s Leadership Council.


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Faith

BYU Devotional: Faith, courage and hope

By Kaylee Esplin
September 08, 2020
President Kevin J Worthen and Sister Peggy S. Worthen welcomed students back to campus with the first devotional of the semester. They spoke about maintaining faith and hope during challenging times.
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Character

President Worthen: In the midst of a pandemic, “act while being acted upon”

Natalie Ipson
By Natalie Ipson
August 27, 2020
In his general session address, President Kevin J Worthen encouraged faculty and staff to continue to push forward through the circumstances brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. 
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Announcements

Devotional and forum schedule for fall semester 2020

Natalie Ipson
By Natalie Ipson
August 06, 2020
BYU President Kevin J Worthen and his wife Peggy kick off the semester and are followed by members of the leadership of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU employees and a range of industry leaders and thinkers.
10 Min Read
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Announcements

Steve Hafen appointed BYU Vice President of Administration and Finance

Natalie Ipson
By Natalie Ipson
June 25, 2020
Replaces Brian K. Evans, who will be retiring from BYU after 20 years of service
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Announcements

Committee formed to examine race and inequality at BYU

June 17, 2020
At the request of President Kevin J Worthen and under the direction of Academic Vice President Shane Reese, a committee was appointed to examine issues of race and inequality at BYU and provide recommendations to the university about specific actions to address these issues.
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Announcements

A Message from BYU President Kevin J Worthen

June 02, 2020
With the tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and others over the years, and the confluence of recent events, important conversations are happening throughout the nation, including at BYU.
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Announcements

Tracy Flinders appointed BYU vice president of information technology, CES CIO

May 18, 2020
Brigham Young University President Kevin J Worthen, following approval from the BYU Board of Trustees, has appointed Tracy Flinders as vice president of information technology and chief information officer. His responsibilities will extend across the Church Educational System.
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Character

BYU and Utah higher education leaders unite around ProjectProtect

May 13, 2020
“Sew Your True Colors” campaign to benefit frontline health care workers
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Character

Prolific composer and songwriter Janice Kapp Perry awarded honorary doctorate degree

Aaron Sorenson
By Aaron Sorenson
April 23, 2020
Janice Kapp Perry is well known for her inspirational and religious songs, many of which are featured in the LDS hymnbook and children’s songbook
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Character

JAG Corps continues to draw from BYU Law

By Cami Buckley
April 19, 2020
New graduate Matt Fife's path of public service follows the footsteps of many BYU Law grads before him.
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Announcements

Keith Vorkink appointed BYU advancement vice president

March 17, 2020
Will replace Matthew O. Richardson who is leaving to serve as the mission president of the Minnesota Minneapolis Mission
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Announcements

Devotional and Forum schedule for Winter Semester 2020

January 09, 2020
Every Tuesday at 11:05 a.m., students, faculty and staff head to the Marriott Center for the weekly Devotional or Forum address. BYU President Kevin J Worthen and his wife Peggy kick off the semester and are followed by members of the leadership of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU employees and a range of industry leaders and thinkers. Entertainment assemblies celebrating the talent of BYU students round out the semester schedule.
12 Min Read
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Faith

BYU Devotional: Enduring Joy

By Kaylee Esplin
January 07, 2020
President Kevin J Worthen and Sister Peggy S. Worthen welcomed students back to campus with the first Devotional of the semester. They spoke about building character and finding joy.
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Events

A Decade in Review at BYU

Jon McBride
By Jon McBride
December 26, 2019
As 2019 wraps up, here's a look back at some big moments, important announcements, amazing inventions and fascinating research at BYU over the past decade.
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