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Check out the winning posters from Mary Lou Fulton Mentored Research Conference

Over 400 presenters gathered into the ballroom to present their research.
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Office of Civic Engagement Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Service Project

On November 2, the Office of Civic Engagement celebrated their 10th anniversary of being civically engaged by hosting a community service project.
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Students Learn about Religiosity and Well-Being at the Marjorie Pay Hinckley Lecture

Pamela King from Fuller Seminary addresses students, faculty, and guests.
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A New Construct in the Psychology of Religion and Spirituality

BYU psychology professor Jenae Nelson explores how feelings of spiritual indebtedness deepen our gratitude and draw us closer to Christ through repentance.
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Peacemaking and Politics: American Heritage Professors Share Post-Election Reflections

By Britney Heimuli January 23, 2025 10:00 AM
After the election in November 2024, American Heritage Professors Chris Karpowitz and Kelly Patterson held a Q&A with their students to answer questions about ballot results across the country. It’s part of their commitment to have lectures and discussion in the course that model civil dialogue when talking about topics that can be politically charged.
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Not About Money: BYU Professor Spearheads Evidence-Based Group Therapy Website

By Britney Heimuli December 19, 2024 09:00 AM
BYU psychology professor Gary Burlingame, alongside an international team of psychology professors, developed a website meant to address a long-standing controversy within the mental health profession: the declining research, support and resources for group therapy.
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Finals Week Hack: Remember the Zzzz's to Get More A's

By Britney Heimuli December 13, 2024 01:10 PM
Sleep psychologist says sleep is key to mental health and learning
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College Controller Mike Bridenbaugh Retires After 35 Years of Service at BYU

By Jennifer Fletcher December 11, 2024 01:53 PM
After 35 years of dedicated service to Brigham Young University, Mike Bridenbaugh is retiring from his role as Assistant Dean and Business Partner in the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences.
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