Tag: Brigham Young University

News Roundup

Brigham Young U Under Fire for Comparing Latter-day Saints’ History to that of African Americans

Brigham Young University-Idaho is under fire after its Performing and Visual Arts Facebook account compared the past persecution of Latter-day Saints to centuries of African American enslavement, reported the Salt Lake Tribune. The post, which has since been deleted, detailed the history of Latter-day Saints who fled to Utah, formerly Mexican territory, to escape discrimination. […]

June 24, 2020

LGBTQ+

Some Mormons, Alumni See Brigham Young’s Ban on LGBTQ Behavior as a ‘Breach of Trust’

When Brigham Young University leadership reiterated a campus ban on “same-sex romantic behavior” on March 4, John Valdez wasn’t surprised. He’s the executive director of the OUT Foundation, a nonprofit that supports LGBTQ students and graduates. It was founded by three gay alumni of the Utah institution.

June 11, 2020

LGBTQ+

Almost $40,000 Raised to Help LGBTQ Students Transfer From Brigham Young University

An organization started by Brigham Young University alumni has raised nearly $40,000 to help LGBTQ students transfer after the school reaffirmed a campus prohibition on open same-sex dating, reported East Idaho News. The university, owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints, had in place a ban on homosexual behavior in its […]

March 19, 2020

LGBTQ+

Mormon Educators Offer to Help Brigham Young University’s LGBTQ Students Transfer

After Brigham Young University leadership reiterated a campus ban on “same-sex romantic behavior” on March 4, Mormon writer Meg Conley put out a call on Twitter, offering to edit application essays for LGBTQ students who wanted to transfer. Over 500 people – mostly Mormon and many in higher education – contacted her to ask how they could help. Some volunteered their proofreading skills, others offered their guidance as admissions staff, professors and financial aid officers.

March 17, 2020

News Roundup

Brigham Young U Eases Rules on ‘Homosexual Behavior’

Brigham Young University (BYU) in Utah has eased rules on ‘homosexual behavior’, reported the Associated Press. The university, owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, revised an earlier rule that banned any behavior that reflected “homosexual feelings.” The religious institution, widely known as the Mormon church, teaches its members that being gay […]

February 24, 2020

Latest News

College Diabetes Network Launches Initiative to Help Students With Chronic or Invisible Diseases

Many students with chronic or invisible illnesses are left to self-advocate during throughout their college experience. To change that, the College Diabetes Network (CDN) launched an initiative that aims to reduce both physical and mental health risks that students with diabetes face by working directly with and educating campus professionals.

November 24, 2019

News Roundup

Complaints Compel Changes to Brigham Young Honor Code

Following widespread student criticism that its honor code lacks compassion and transparency, Brigham Young University has updated the process, according to The Associated Press. University officials announced the changes this week, updates that include following an “innocent until proven guilty” policy and allowing someone to accompany students in honor code meetings. Honor code office director […]

July 11, 2019

Sports

The Minority Coach Roundup Week 5

This weekend was another exciting one for 13 of the 18 minority head coaches in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS).

October 2, 2018

Students

Brigham Young University Ends Ban on Caffeinated Soda Sales

SALT LAKE CITY — Mormon church-owned Brigham Young University ended a six-decade ban Thursday on the sale of caffeinated soft drinks on campus, surprising students by posting a picture of a can of Coca-Cola on Twitter and just two words: “It’s happening.” The move sparked social media celebrations from current and former students, with many […]

September 21, 2017

Faculty & Staff

BYU Professor Denied Spot in GOP Race for Chaffetz Seat

SALT LAKE CITY — A judge has denied a Brigham Young University professor’s emergency request to be allowed to run in a packed Republican field to replace outgoing Rep. Jason Chaffetz. Chia-Chi Teng is teaching in China this summer. He tried to file to run in a special election via video conference before last week’s […]

June 4, 2017

Students

Advocates: Utah Sexual Assault Bill Could Harm Victims

SALT LAKE CITY — A Republican state representative is proposing legislation to require that Utah colleges give immunity to sexual assault victims for conduct code violations related to alcohol and drugs and allow school officials to report serious assaults to police. But a sexual assault survivor and an advocacy group are pushing back against […]

May 18, 2017

Students

Salt Lake Tribune to Request BYU Police Records in Court

SALT LAKE CITY — A Salt Lake City newspaper is suing for access to records from Brigham Young University’s police department. The Salt Lake Tribune plans to argue in court Monday that BYU Police are subject to as much public scrutiny as any other public law enforcement agency in Utah because the state granted the […]

November 21, 2016