Provo YSA Relief Societies Announce New Members Must “Rush to Zion”
YSA Relief Societies in Provo will no longer be assigning wards based on members’ addresses and will instead use a screening process similar to sorority recruitment. This process will take place over the span of a week, nicknamed “Rush to Zion Week”. Freshmen will visit with Relief Societies during this time and the week will culminate in a grand reveal of Relief Society Matches on … Continue reading Provo YSA Relief Societies Announce New Members Must “Rush to Zion”
Woman Moving Out of the Village Looks Back, Turns to Pillar of Salt
On Thursday, a woman fell victim to the unholy temple that is the Village. Identified only as “Logan’s wife”, she was moving to King Henry after years of living at the Village. Right before turning the corner onto 700 E, she looked back at the complex. In fact, she looked back with longing. With a bright flash of light and an heavenly crash, she was … Continue reading Woman Moving Out of the Village Looks Back, Turns to Pillar of Salt
BYU announces devotional/forum lineup for fall semester
Every Tuesday morning, students, faculty and staff head to the Marriott Center for the weekly Devotional or Forum address. BYU President Kevin J. Worthen and his wife Peggy kicked off the semester and will be followed by members of the leadership of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU employees and a range of industry leaders and thinkers. Entertainment assemblies celebrating the talent … Continue reading BYU announces devotional/forum lineup for fall semester
BYU Apologizes to Duke Volleyball Player with Coupon for Free Cougar Tail
BYU students, faculty, and fans were shocked this past weekend when a Duke volleyball player was repeatedly harassed and called a racial slur during a BYU women’s volleyball game. As one of the most diverse campuses in the state, where students have been heard saying things like, “I know a black person” and “I love Will Smith,” these actions seemed incongruent with BYU’s reputation. BYU … Continue reading BYU Apologizes to Duke Volleyball Player with Coupon for Free Cougar Tail
Bombshell Survey Reveals that 80% of BYU’s Retention Rate is Attributed to Ice Cream Vending Machines
Brigham Young University’s annual campus climate survey reveals not-so-surprising data on retention rates. A question asked, “What is your primary reason for staying at BYU?” Among returning undergrads, 80% said it was because of ice cream in the vending machines. A follow-up question asked, “What are your other reasons for remaining at BYU? (Select all that apply).” Among those whose primary reason was ice cream, … Continue reading Bombshell Survey Reveals that 80% of BYU’s Retention Rate is Attributed to Ice Cream Vending Machines
