“Prove All Things; Hold Fast to That Which Is Good” Counsels President Oaks at BYU Devotional

In the second devotional of the new semester, the first counselor to the living prophet President Dallin H. Oaks addressed the audience of BYU students sporting a new look to support this historic announcement. In what will come to be known as Official Declaration 7, President Oaks affirmed that the Lord had made known His will for the blessing of all the bare faces across … Continue reading “Prove All Things; Hold Fast to That Which Is Good” Counsels President Oaks at BYU Devotional

After Death of Queen Elizabeth, UK to Abandon Monarchy for Reign of Judges

On Thursday morning, Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom, died at the age of 96. She had occupied the throne for more than 70 years at the time of her death, longer than any other British monarch. The heir apparent, Charles, was expected to ascend to the throne within the coming days. However, when Parliament gathered, Prime Minister Liz Truss presented a new plan. … Continue reading After Death of Queen Elizabeth, UK to Abandon Monarchy for Reign of Judges

Provo YSA Relief Societies Announce New Members Must “Rush to Zion”

YSA Relief Societies in Provo will no longer be assigning wards based on members’ addresses and will instead use a screening process similar to sorority recruitment. This process will take place over the span of a week, nicknamed “Rush to Zion Week”. Freshmen will visit with Relief Societies during this time and the week will culminate in a grand reveal of Relief Society Matches on … Continue reading Provo YSA Relief Societies Announce New Members Must “Rush to Zion”

BYU Apologizes to Duke Volleyball Player with Coupon for Free Cougar Tail

BYU students, faculty, and fans were shocked this past weekend when a Duke volleyball player was repeatedly harassed and called a racial slur during a BYU women’s volleyball game. As one of the most diverse campuses in the state, where students have been heard saying things like, “I know a black person” and “I love Will Smith,” these actions seemed incongruent with BYU’s reputation. BYU … Continue reading BYU Apologizes to Duke Volleyball Player with Coupon for Free Cougar Tail

Bombshell Survey Reveals that 80% of BYU’s Retention Rate is Attributed to Ice Cream Vending Machines

Brigham Young University’s annual campus climate survey reveals not-so-surprising data on retention rates. A question asked, “What is your primary reason for staying at BYU?” Among returning undergrads, 80% said it was because of ice cream in the vending machines. A follow-up question asked, “What are your other reasons for remaining at BYU? (Select all that apply).” Among those whose primary reason was ice cream, … Continue reading Bombshell Survey Reveals that 80% of BYU’s Retention Rate is Attributed to Ice Cream Vending Machines