Goals for Girls

In 2016 BYU grad Adam Miles launched Refugee Soccer, with the three-fold mission of play, equip, and compete—raising money for refugee kids to join local teams, collecting used gear to make sure the kids have the equipment they need to play, and helping them travel to competitions. In this episode of the Y Magazine podcast, Miles talks about how soccer creates connections for refugees in their communities. You can also read more about his initiative that inspires refugee young women worldwide.

The Jingle Dress Project

Inspired by his Diné (Navajo) heritage, BYU grad and photographer Eugene Tapahe embarked on a journey of healing and remembrance during the pandemic. His daughters Dion and Erin joined others wearing traditional jingle dresses and dancing at culturally significant sites. Watch this video to learn why these performances in national parks, universities, and communities are meaningful for Tapahe and his family.

Standing Up for Truth

In his recent devotional address, BYU university librarian Rick Anderson explored symbols from Lehi’s vision in the Book of Mormon. He emphasized the choice individuals face between following worldly wisdom and finding joy in partaking of God’s love. Read this illustrated feature to learn why Anderson says that “we can’t keep our covenants with a wink.”

Making a Splash

BYU-trained athletes made headlines at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Three of them—Kenneth Rooks, Courtney Wayment, and James Corrigan—competed in the 3,000-meter steeplechase, with Rooks surprising the field by winning a silver for Team USA. How has BYU become such a powerhouse at producing world-class steeplechasers? Some of it can be attributed to the performance research of BYU exercise-science professor Iain Hunter. Read about how he’s propelling BYU athletes to succeed.

The Missing Pink

What do we do when the options available to us don’t match our expectations or preferences? In this BYU Speeches inspiring short, Janet G. Lee shares a metaphor for letting God transform our lives and expectations for good.

Alumni Life Lessons

Recognize any of these distinguished alumni? Back in March BYU honored seven individuals for extraordinary service to their profession, community, the nation, the Church of Jesus Christ, or Brigham Young University. Go learn more about these award winners and experiences that have shaped their lives.

Gamifying the Family Hike

What’s better than a video game? Getting out in nature with your family. Read this essay from BYU grad Shiree Sandall about how her family gained altitude, bonded, and leveled up together with wildflowers, a moose, and a thunderstorm. Have a thoughtful or humorous family-life story to share? Send a 700-word essay written in first-person voice to Y Magazine for consideration.

Good Cheer

The Cougs Care service projects, now in their third year, will kick off at BYU’s Sept. 6 football game at Southern Methodist University, in Dallas. Run by local alumni chapters, these initiatives support food banks, literacy programs, and individuals with developmental disabilities, allowing fans to make a meaningful community impact. Learn how fans and grads like you are making a difference.

Celebrate 100 Seasons

With BYU’s first official football game played at Timpanogos Park in Provo on Oct. 7, 1922—and a three-year break during World War II—2024 marks the 100th season of BYU football. The 1,086th BYU football game will kick off against Southern Illinois on Aug. 31, 2024, at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Join the celebration and learn more about BYU football history here.

Promises to Keep

BYU Speeches recently announced a new podcast: Temples and Covenants. Each Wednesday a BYU devotional will be posted that emphasizes the importance of our covenants with God and discusses the peace and power that come from worshiping in the temple. Listen to this new offering on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you find your podcasts.

Can I Get an Amen?

“‘Cause on my best day, I’m a child of God / On my worst day, I’m a child of God / Oh every day is a good day / And You’re the reason why.” Go get inspired by the music video premiere of “I’m So Blessed” by the BYU Young Ambassadors and the BYU Rhythm 'N Soul Collective.

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