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A Nation in Motion: BYU Scholars Reflect on 250 Years of the American Experiment
On July 4, 2026, the United States of America turned 250. The semiquincentennial is more than a milestone—it’s an invitation to ask hard questions about the American experiment.
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Heeding Prophetic Counsel on Peacemaking and Civil Discourse
Heeding prophetic counsel—whether in your personal life, family, or profession—is always a sound practice. And it’s marvelous how initial sparks of inspiration can be magnified to produce brilliant efforts.
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Inside the Growing Mentored Student Research Conference
New award categories give BYU students more ways to connect their research to university-wide themes
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The True Value of Education Is the Person You Become
After changing her major and facing a cancer diagnosis in her family, this BYU graduate discovered how intertwined our physical, emotional, and social lives are and how to show up for others.
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Gaining a Voice and a Vision: How a BYU Social Work Graduate Determines Her Purpose
From Queens to Provo, Kelly Rodriguez’s educational journey combined study and faith to envision helping others access the support she once lacked.
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“We’ll figure it out”: How a BYU Graduate Adapts to Life with a Life-Threatening Diagnosis
Jonah Messinger didn't let a brain bleed derail his law school ambitions. Instead, he's enhanced his trust in God’s plan for him.
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Meet the 2026 Social Science Valedictorians
The College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences is proud to announce the eight valedictorians representing our undergraduate programs this year. While a 3.75 GPA is the starting point for consideration, these students were chosen for more than just their high marks; they were selected because they have represented their programs with distinction through faculty collaboration, peer leadership, and a deep commitment to the campus community at Brigham Young University.
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Setting the Record: BYU Mock Trial’s Promising First Season
The first BYU mock-trial teams met their goal of representing the university well — and returned with awards for performance and sportsmanship.
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New Award Categories and More Award Funding Mark Winter 2026 Research Conference
Innovation is front and center on April 9 as students present research they conducted over the past semester at the Mentored Student Research Conference.
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