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Friendship Among Faiths

BYU religion professor Andrew Reed says that interfaith efforts can help us develop “generosity of spirit.” Reed guides BYU students through the Interfaith Student Association and a study abroad focused on interfaith leadership. In this episode of the Y Magazine podcast, Reed suggests ways we can connect with people of other faith traditions.

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CES: A Place for Everyone

“We can be excellent in developing our students’ spirituality, and we can provide an education that is second to none,” says BYU president C. Shane Reese. “As President Kimball described, we can be equally committed to the spiritual welfare of every individual who enters the doors of BYU.” Speaking alongside Elder Clark G. Gilbert, commissioner of the Church Educational System, and BYU–Idaho president Elder Alvin “Trip” F. Meredith, Reese reiterated his message of excellence in education in a series of firesides across the western states this past year. Read more in this article and watch this new video featuring President and Sister Reese.

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Celebrate Homecoming and Win

Not in Provo during Homecoming week? Rise and shout from wherever you are! Celebrate by participating with your family and friends in BYU’s Homecoming from Home giveaway Oct. 8–12. Win one of several swag boxes of up to $200 worth of BYU merchandise or even a grand-prize trip to visit campus! Learn more about how to get involved.

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BYU Bubbles

Each fall BYU students take to a hill near Helaman Halls to slip and slide their way through waves of blue foam. Join in the fun as BYU students enjoy this true-blue tradition.

Get ahead with online classes | Quality education anytime, anywhere | The world is your classroom; take your courses with you | BYU Independent Study | is.byu.edu/university
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A Chocolate Kind of Day

President Russell M. Nelson asked us to reach out to the one in loving service. Watch this new inspiring short to discover how BYU employee Tonya Fischio was led to serve in a simple yet meaningful way. You can also watch her full devotional here.

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The Power of Devotionals

A recent study, published in the Journal of College Student Retention, found that devotional attendance ranked near the top for activities that helped students feel connected to BYU. “It’s a pretty powerful ritual that any BYU student would remember,” says experience-design professor Patti A. Freeman. Read more details.

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A Great Conference Start

BYU women’s soccer defeated the Arizona State Sun Devils 1–0 last Thursday night in both teams’ first Big 12 game of the season. Avery Frischknecht scored her first career goal and the Cougars recorded a season-high 22 shots. Read more or watch highlights. Catch the Cougs live tonight vs. TCU on ESPN+ at 6 p.m. (MDT).

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A Trio of Top Rankings

It’s the beginning of a new school year at BYU, and what better way to celebrate than with a trio of new No. 1 rankings from The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and The Princeton Review? Read how BYU did in rankings for best value and other categories.

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Dateline Paris

BYU journalism students gained real-world experience at the Paris Olympics, illustrating the university’s commitment to practical education. Eighteen students traveled to Paris to cover stories, manage social media, and produce broadcasts about Olympic athletes connected to BYU and the Church. Recent grad Jocelyn Moody described this as the peak of her educational journey, emphasizing the importance of seizing every opportunity. Read more.

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Belting Out a Classic

Take a moment to enjoy BYU Noteworthy’s glamorous rendition of “I Say a Little Prayer,” originally performed by legendary vocalists Dionne Warwick and Aretha Franklin.