Summer Salespeople Using Missionaries As Tool to Find Receptive Neighbors

This summer, many BYU students have hit the streets hoping to score gold and sell pest control to people who have no need for it. However, finding people who will fall for the scam is difficult. Most people will readily reject anyone selling preposterous pesticides. However, summer salesmen in Modesto, California have found a way to increase their door-knocking success: tailing the missionaries. An average … Continue reading Summer Salespeople Using Missionaries As Tool to Find Receptive Neighbors

Bishop Condemns Member For Inactivity, But Member Was Attending Missionary Farewells

This past Sunday was a day of reckoning for Lynnzeigh Bunderson. After returning home from her 3rd missionary farewell of the day, she received a knock on the door from her bishop. Her bishop asked if she was available to speak right then, and Lynnzeigh confirmed. It was then that the bishop spoke his words: “Your chronic inactivity is inexcusable and must be repented of … Continue reading Bishop Condemns Member For Inactivity, But Member Was Attending Missionary Farewells

Recently Returned Missionary and Study Abroad Student Argue Over Who is More German

With the ending of spring term summer abroad programs and the onslaught of missionaries returning home, BYU students are jockeying for the position of most foreign and special. One such argument is heating up between students Maddeighson and former Elder Clarcksyn, now just Mckeigh. During her time in Germany, Maddeighson became (apparently) fluent in casual and academic German, gained an appreciation for German culture, and … Continue reading Recently Returned Missionary and Study Abroad Student Argue Over Who is More German

BYU Demographics to Raise from 98% White to 99% White due to Affirmative Action Decision

Last week, in a ruling that sent shockwaves through workplaces and educational institutions across the nation, the Supreme Court declared affirmative action unconstitutional. This decision, though celebrated by some, dealt a blow to diversity, inclusion, and the potential for cultural growth in America. One college directly affected by this landmark ruling is BYU, which has been forced to make changes to its admissions practices. In … Continue reading BYU Demographics to Raise from 98% White to 99% White due to Affirmative Action Decision

Tithing Changing to Subscription Plan that Unlocks “Church Perks”

Tithing is a largely faith-based aspect of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Although everyone has heard the occasional story of a starving couple magically finding groceries on their porch after paying their tithing, there are no tangible promised blessings that come from paying a full tithe other than being able to pat yourself on the back after the end-of-year meeting with your … Continue reading Tithing Changing to Subscription Plan that Unlocks “Church Perks”