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Phoebe England-Baker did not know completing a homework assignment would lead to the Wiki Edu blog spotlighting her work. England-Baker's extensive research expanded information in a Wikipedia article from a short paragraph to an eye-opening report exposing current events at a detention center in Georgia.
On April 10, 2025, President Reese met with Dallin Bundy to tell him he was selected as a 2025 Truman Scholar. Dallin Bundy, a junior at Brigham Young University studying political science with a minor in civic engagement leadership, is the fifth BYU student in five consecutive years to receive this award.
The College of Family, Home, and Social Science named eight outstanding students as valedictorians for its departments with undergraduate programs. The valedictorians are selected for their academic excellence, faculty recommendations, and meaningful department involvement. Each student reflects the values and achievements of Brigham Young University’s Class of 2025 graduates.
Ellie Romans Draper knew from a young age that she was interested in global development and philanthropy, and her desire to make a difference led her to the Ballard Center for Social Impact at the BYU Marriott School of Business.
Jane Drinkwater, 2024 Truman Scholar and political science student, is an example of how BYU prepares students for “lifelong learning and service.”
Growing up in Houston, Garrett Mast had always envisioned attending college on the East Coast, but after joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a 16-year-old, the opportunity for an education at BYU was something he couldn’t resist. “BYU gave me more options to pursue things I was interested in,” recalls the Family History major.