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Erica Ostergar

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Email: erica.jane.ostergar@gmail.com
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Intellect
Six more must-take elective classes at BYU
By Erica Ostergar
October 09, 2019
With so many elective classes at BYU, which ones are worth taking? We explored that question a few years ago by picking out some of the must-take electives on campus. We’re back with six more well-loved classes you can add to your schedule.
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BYU Forum: The plagues of prosperity
By Erica Ostergar
July 28, 2019
Benjamin Bikman, professor of physiology and developmental biology, delivered the Forum address on Tuesday. He discussed “the plagues of prosperity” that result from insulin resistance and how we can overcome those problems to improve our health.
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Intellect
Part of the search: A Q & A with the student commencement speaker
By Erica Ostergar
July 09, 2019
David Kastner will represent the graduates as the student speaker at BYU’s Commencement exercises this month. Like many of his fellow graduates, he has accomplished a lot during his time at BYU.
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Part of the search: A Q & A with the student commencement speaker
By Erica Ostergar
July 08, 2019
David Kastner will represent the graduates as the student speaker at BYU’s Commencement exercises this month. Like many of his fellow graduates, he has accomplished a lot during his time at BYU.
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Character
Cougar Query: "Librarians know cool people who tell amazing stories"
By Erica Ostergar
May 27, 2019
Name: Rachel Wadham
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Character
Cougar Query: “Reframe failure as the path to success”
By Erica Ostergar
May 12, 2019
Name: Gary Burlingame
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Character
Cougar Query: "Sentimentality manifests itself in unexpected ways"
By Erica Ostergar
May 05, 2019
Name: J.B. Haws
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Announcements
BYU announces updates to the Cougareat and BYU Store
By Erica Ostergar
May 04, 2019
The renovations include new dining options and gathering places.
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Faith
15 inspiring quotes from Women's Conference 2019
By Erica Ostergar
May 03, 2019
BYU's annual Women's Conference came to a close on Friday. Here are some of the inspiring thoughts attendees heard during their classes. 
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