Longing to Bless
Caring for an ailing sister shaped Celeste Wouden’s desire to learn the healer’s art.
Your Donations Make a Difference
Creative Future Burns Bright for Graduate
Former scholarship recipient Andrea Bradley took skills gained at BYU-Idaho south of the border to bless numerous lives.
BYU Athletes are in a Service League All their Own
The highest profile athletes are also the most eager to serve.
Influencing the Masses, One Outlandish Hairstyle at a Time
Little did Stacey Harkey fathom the force for good that BYU would have on his talents.
Going to BYU Was an Impossible Dream, Until . . .
With her family struggling to support 12 adopted Russian siblings, Annette Fairbanks thought her window to attend BYU had closed.
Scholarships Help Couple Share the Spirit
Couple plans to use their educational skills to bless the lives of others… at home and in the classroom.
Leaders with a Vision, Who Knew How to Use It
Erika Nash and Brandon Beck centered their leadership on connecting students with chances to serve.
‘We’ve Gotten Through It - That’s What We Do’
When life changed suddenly, education became the obvious answer.
BYU Receives Generous Gift from ExxonMobil Foundation
Donation will help prepare future employees who match the oil giant’s quality and integrity.
Pathway Helps Construction Worker Build New Life
Higher education is available and affordable to those who feel that college has passed them by.
Phone Call Sets Wheels of Generosity in Motion, Sending Computers to Romania
When foster children in Romania needed computers, a graduate of LDS Business College turned to her alma mater, which then turned to another alum.
Saved by a Moral Compass and Hands That Reached Across Two States
When life was spiraling out of control, Jerad Todacheenie was welcomed into a safer place.
Discovering “Genuine Gold” in Mongolia and the Miraculous Refining Process that Followed
Hundreds of miles away from her home in Ulaanbaatar, Buyanerdene Chimedregzen shouted aloud with joy when she received news of her acceptance to Brigham Young University-Hawaii. Her three long, grueling years of studying English through the university’s online program were paying off: her dream of studying at BYU-Hawaii had finally come true.
BYU’s Most Generous Donors Share Wealth of Knowledge
Best and brightest of BYU get up-close, firsthand instruction from successful graduates.
Texas Surgeon Goes Baroque with Gift to BYU School of Music
Ensemble is no cookie-cutter musical group
Church Provides Furniture to Utah Ronald McDonald House
Humanitarian outreach by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is benefiting many people throughout the country through dozens of non-profit organizations in Utah and surrounding states.
Students Speak for Themselves: Cameron DeWitt
A love for exactness and orderliness of numbers leads to a love of serving.
BYU Students Turn Smart Devices into Testimony-Building Time Machines
Learn the gospel by virtually walking the ancient dusty streets of Jerusalem.
New Fox Society Leaders Find Something ‘Magical’ About LDS Business College
At the small school that’s doing great things and stirring big dreams, Bromleys lead charge for additional planned gift donors.
Students Speak for Themselves: Erin Cohen
When reality hit like a ton of bricks, she knew it was time to get serious about life.
Student Inspires with Passion for Pantone and Pixels
Hard work and prayers led Kimberly Turnbow to BYU-Idaho to pursue her creative dream in graphic design. Her scholarships have not only helped her afford a computer, software, and art supplies, they have also made her more determined to make the generosity of others worth their investment in her.
Returned Missionaries Develop Business Savvy at LDS Business College
How a two-year education prepares two energetic, personable young men for next phase of life.
Disabled Women Designers Event Honors Graduates and Showcases Talents
The theme of this event was “The Other Side of Me,” and was held not only to honor the disabled graduates, but to showcase the skills and talents they have developed despite their disabilities.
Caring for the One
LDS Business College recently drew national attention for its effectiveness in mentoring at-risk students. The institution received two of the eight awards given as a Model of Efficiency.
Fine Arts Student Embraces Life to Its Fullest
“My art scholarship pushed me to always do my best work,” said Erica Rascon (Houston, Texas). “We can have incredible experiences if we show the initiative. Through just living, learning and experiencing, I have made amazing discoveries about myself. I now have a better feel for how I can make my greatest contributions to the world.”
Mormon Volunteers Building Homes for Typhoon Haiyan Victims
Several months after a devastating typhoon struck the Philippines, relief efforts by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) continue in some of the hardest hit areas of the country.
Mormon Representatives Discuss Church Humanitarian Efforts at the United Nations
Representatives of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints addressed the role of the Church’s global humanitarian outreach efforts at a meeting at the United Nations in New York City on 27 February 2014. The gathering was part of the Focus on Faith series of the Nongovernmental Organizations (NGO) Relations and Advocacy Section of the U.N.’s Department of Public Information (DPI).
Pathway to open 100th domestic site in Rexburg
Pathway's 100th domestic site will open in Rexburg this April.
Finding a Target for Tumor Suppression
Brigham Young University scientists recently stumbled onto a potential tumor suppressor with an especially ominous name: Programmed Cell Death Protein 5 (aka PDCD5). What they found opens a new avenue for cancer researchers. See why their research paper stands out.
Mormons Bring Fresh Water to Fiji Village
"The daily 200-metre walk to fetch water will now be over for residents of Vacunimata after a new 10,000-litre water tank was installed in the settlement," reports the Fiji Times this week.
March 1 is International Wheelchair Day
March 1 is International Wheelchair Day. One of the global initiatives of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is Wheelchair Training and Distribution. LDS Charities, the social arm of the Church has been engaged in wheelchair distribution for 10 years.
Helping Babies Breathe
It's a much-needed approach to saving newborn babies - two volunteer physicians and a registered nurse journey from the United States to Bandung, Indonesia, to train 20 local physicians in newborn resuscitation. But what difference can they possibly make when an overwhelming 900,000 babies die each year because they can’t breathe at birth? The difference comes when three trainers train 20 who in turn train 600 more.
An Act of Generosity Changed Their Family Forever
“Knowing this family, hearing their story, and seeing the joy that they freely shared turned on a light for us,” says Roy. “This example of anonymous kindness inspired us to regularly give in a similar fashion. Giving to others has been fun for us and a blessing for our family.”
Erica Owens: Keeping Goals on and off the Soccer Field
Owens is especially grateful to the Lunds for making her dream a reality. “If it weren’t for them I wouldn’t be where I am now. They are inspiring to me. I’ve been the recipient of their generosity, and I want to do that for other people. I want to give back to BYU.”
Mormons Mobilise after Devastating Cyclone Hits Tonga
14 JANUARY 2014 — NUKU'ALOFA, TONGA. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is rushing emergency supplies from Tongatapu to the island group of Ha’apai following the weekend’s devastating cyclone.
Students Learn the Art and Skill of Collaboration
For student Vanessa Burnett and graduate Kelsie Moore, the Laycock Center for Creative Collaboration in the College of Fine Arts and Communications has proven to be a “sacred gift.”