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Dear Alumni and Friends,

It is a tremendous honor for Sue and me to join the University–Idaho family. In the short time we have been on campus, we have experienced the warmth and goodness that make this university special. We firmly attest that the “Spirit of Ricks” is alive and well at BYU–Idaho.

Serving in this part of God’s kingdom is a marvelous opportunity. Since President Gordon B. Hinckley’s inspired announcement in 2000 that Ricks College would become BYU–Idaho, miraculous changes have taken place. In just a few years, the foundation of an outstanding university has been laid. But great work still lies ahead.

Our students remain at the center of those efforts. BYU–Idaho is on a divinely appointed mission to bless the lives of as many young people as possible by providing them a quality education. At this university we blend spiritual enlightenment with temporal knowledge to produce graduates who are disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ and leaders in the home, the Church, and the workplace.

It is a process the Lord explained to the Prophet Joseph Smith in Section 97 of the Doctrine and Covenants. “I, the Lord, am well pleased that there should be a school in Zion,” the Savior said of the Saints’ early edu- cational endeavors. “For I, the Lord, will cause them to bring forth as a very fruitful tree which is planted in a goodly land, by a pure stream, that yieldeth much precious fruit” (D&C 97:3, 9).

That is the Lord’s promise to us. BYU–Idaho is here because it is His will that it be here. We have been planted in a goodly land. If we work together diligently, we will bring forth much precious fruit and will truly establish a school in Zion.

In this edition of Summit Magazine, you will get an up-close look at the exciting work moving forward at BYU–Idaho. You will see how faculty and students are working together in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to rethink education. You will also learn about ways you can personally help support the efforts at BYU–Idaho—and much more. I invite you to review the magazine and hope you find it informa- tive and enjoyable.

If you would like to stay up to date on important changes and developments at BYU–Idaho, I encourage you to visit us often via the Internet atwww.byui.edu .

Thank you for your interest in and support of BYU–Idaho.

Best regards,

Kim B. Clark President, –Idaho [  ] Cover to Cover I had a student job in the Man- just can’t be broken. You might get t i m m u s 5 0 0 2 l l a f I got my copy of Summit Magazine waring Center and hopefully con- some strange looks along the way, but yesterday in the mail…. I was so tributed to the welcoming spirit of there will be many who truly appreci- impressed with this issue of the Sum- the campus. I became accustomed to ate a bit of sunshine in their day. mit. I felt that the magazine really greeting everyone with a smile and Deanna Gallup Beltran ’96 represented campus well. The articles a hello at work, on my way to class, Caldwell, Idaho are very interesting.… I read cover and anywhere else I found myself. to cover. Well done. Please accept When I moved on to another univer- Spirit of Ricks From the Mailbag Fromthe my thanks and pass them on to your sity to complete my education, I was I really enjoy receiving the Summit staff. They did a wonderful job. sorely disappointed to find that this Magazine and look forward to read- David Parkinson ’92 warm friendliness was not as widely ing about how much Ricks College Rexburg, Idaho practiced as I had once thought. has progressed since I left there. My hellos now resulted in confused Wow—what an accomplishment A Smile and a Hello looks more often than a returned for the college to progress to a four- I read your article “Continuing the greeting. I didn’t think I needed to year institution and the enrollment Tradition: A Smile and a Hello” in know somebody to say hello to them! to have increased so much! I am so the Spring 2005 Summit Magazine… The habit was already set though, so glad that the “Spirit of Ricks” is being [and] just had to let you know what I continued to greet people in the preserved along with the develop- the friendliness found on campus at same way I had while at Ricks Col- ment of the school. I feel honored BYU–Idaho meant to me. lege. I still got some confused looks, and blessed that I was able to attend I was a student at Ricks College but I got some smiles too. I like to Ricks, and I am keenly aware of what from 1994-1996. I loved the small think that I brightened a day here a positive influence Ricks has been campus and friendliness I found and there as I went. in my life. there. I really thought any campus The point is that the friendly at- Debbie J. Reynolds ’78 would be that way, but I was wrong. mosphere at BYU–Idaho is not one Blythewood, S.C. BYU–Idaho is a very special and we have to leave behind when we unique place to gain a college educa- leave the campus. It is something Comments Are Welcome tion. The professors truly care about we should take with us out into the Please submit your feedback and the students, and the varied staff world and spread that caring attitude comments to [email protected] or across campus care about the work wherever we find ourselves. Make Summit Editor, 226 KIM, Rexburg they do to keep the campus running. that “smile and a hello” a habit that ID, 83460-1660. [  ] t i m m u s 5 0 0 2 l l a f Alumni News Alumni

Joe and Sandy Marsden Alumni Association President-Elect Trina Landon and family Alumni and friends visited the near Ledbury, England

Dear Alumni, And we hope you’ll come back to campus to rekindle those feelings. This summer many BYU–Idaho/Ricks College Alumni Ambassadors returned to campus as part of Spirit Week. I encourage all alumni to participate in the continued Together we reconnected with campus and discussed growth of BYU–Idaho. You can do this a number of ways: how we can best serve you—our alumni and friends. • Serve as an Alumni Ambassador. • Attend Spirit Week (each semester) with your family. Our experience together also increased our desire to • Register online with Alumni Connections at www. help alumni—along with future and current students— byui.edu/alumni. remember, understand, and enjoy the “Spirit of Ricks.” • Encourage your children and grandchildren to attend. Our goal as an Alumni Council is to help perpetuate • Share what you know about BYU–Idaho with others. this spirit at BYU–Idaho and even in our communities • Update us about significant events in your life or the throughout the world. lives of other alumni. • Contribute philanthropically to help current students. Alumni leave this campus having had many wonderful experiences and look ahead to serving missions, pursuing I invite you to come back to campus. Reconnect with further educational dreams, finding occupational success, BYU–Idaho by joining us at an upcoming Spirit Week, beginning families, etc. We are all better individuals be- Mothers’ Weekend, alumni reunion, and Education Week. cause of the time we spent at Ricks College/BYU–Idaho; When you do, I am sure you will be reminded that there however, life becomes very busy and time moves quickly is “something different about this place.” on. Many lose their connection with the university. Happy ties, We hope this and every issue of Summit Magazine re- Joe Marsden ’75 minds you of the perpetual nature of the “Spirit of Ricks.” Alumni Council President

Landon Named Alumni Association President-Elect Britain. While in France the tour went to the Normandy Trina Billman Landon ’94 has accepted the nomination to Beaches and the American Cemetery and Memorial. serve the Alumni Association as the new president-elect. The second tour, hosted by Advancement Vice Presi- She will assume responsibility as the Alumni Association dent Garth Hall and his wife Sharon, was a seven-day president in April of 2006. Trina and her husband cruise from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Anchorage, Allan ’93 previously served as directors of the Young Alaska, on Princess Cruise Lines. Many guests also visited Alumni Council. Denali National Park. For information on future alumni tours, please visit www.byui.edu/alumni. Alumni Visit England, Ireland, Scotland, France, and Alaska The Alumni and Friends Travel Club sponsored two tours New Alumni Council Members in 2005. The first tour, hosted byAssociate Academic The following new members were welcomed to the Vice President Roy Huff, visited historical sites in Eng- Alumni Council: land, Ireland, Scotland, and France. Highlights included • Sid ’83 and Ann Ahrendsen ’83 of Rexburg, Idaho Church history sites in England: the Gadfield Elm Chapel, • Craig ’79 and Chantal Cobia ’02 of Sugar City, Idaho the River Ribble in Preston, the John Benbow Farm, and • Blaine ’74 and Michelle McInelly ’73 of Driggs, Idaho the Great Malvern. Brother Huff’s expertise in Church • Sid ’81 and Karen Muir ’90 of Rexburg, Idaho history brought to life the stories and experiences of such • Steve ’72 and Sharon Schwab ’72 of Rexburg, Idaho early apostles as , Heber C. Kimball, • David ’83 and Jenelle Thueson ’83 of Salem, Idaho and Brigham Young as they converted thousands in Great • Daris ’97 and Lorraine Weimer ’89 of Rexburg, Idaho [  ] t i m m u s 5 0 0 2 l l a f Alumni News Alumni

Alumni Ambassadors gather in the Spori Building during summer The Alumni and Student Softball Teams during Summer Spirit Week Dr. Lyle Lowder will speak at next Life Sciences Reunion leadership conference

Alumni Ambassadors Update and Conference Spirit Week There are over 300 Alumni Ambassadors serving as local The Summer Spirit Week and Family Day brought alumni representatives for the Alumni Association and BYU– together to compete with BYU–Idaho students in softball Idaho. They provide valuable links with alumni, students, and a 30-lap relay. Once again the alumni snuck by the parents, and friends of the university. This past summer students with a comeback for a 15 to 14 win in softball. over 50 Alumni Ambassadors participated in the second The relay race was part of the opening ceremonies annual leadership conference held in conjunction with and Spirit Rally. The alumni team was one of 03 teams the Summer Spirit Week at BYU–Idaho. All who attend- that participated in the relay. The teamfinished near the ed experienced first hand the changing face of campus middle of the competitors and said they had a great time. and had a chance to mingle with students. Highlights included seeing the new buildings, gardens, and Reunions for Ballroom Dance Company and Life Sciences site and enjoying a dutch oven dinner in Victor, Idaho. The Alumni Relations Office is busy planning the next Advancement Vice President Garth Hall welcomed the two on-campus reunions. The first is for all team mem- group and encouraged them to rediscover the unique- bers of Ricks College and BYU–Idaho Ballroom Dance ness of BYU–Idaho and to share it with others. If you are Companies. This event is scheduled for March2 5 and will interested in learning more about Alumni Ambassadors, include a dinner and the annual Ballroom Dance Concert. please contact the Alumni Office by calling 1-800-537- This reunion follows a successful event in2 004. It will be 2586 or e-mailing [email protected]. hosted by Doug Smith and Shawn Fisher of the Dance Department faculty. If you are a ballroom alumnus, mark Fourth Annual Alumni Lagoon Day your calendar and come make March memories. The Alumni Association sponsored its fourth annual The second reunion planned is for all Life Sciences Lagoon Day at the popular theme park just north of Salt alumni including those who majored in biology and Lake City. Over 200 alumni and family members enjoyed all pre-professional areas. The reunion is scheduled for a fun day at the park and a picnic lunch. The day was Friday, October 13, 2006, and will be held in conjunction capped off with a spectacular fireworks show as part of with Fall Spirit Week activities. This event will be hosted the 24th of July celebrations. Mark your calendars for July by current and retired Life Science teachers with special 22, 2006, and come to the next Lagoon Day where you remarks by Dr. Lyle Lowder. Come enjoy an evening of can enjoy an alumni discount to the park, a free lunch, fun and fond memories. and a chance to mingle with other alumni. Invitations will be mailed out prior to each reunion and details will be posted at www.byui.edu/alumni. Regional Alumni Scholarships The Alumni Association recently completed its third year Rixida Yearbooks and the Scroll Now Online of offering scholarships for children of alumni. They are All issues of the Rixida yearbook (1917-1999) and the pleased to announce that 56 received awards for a total Scroll student newspaper—formerly known as Student of $22,700. Appreciation is extended to the numerous Rays, The Purple Flash, and The Viking Flash(1905 to Alumni Ambassadors who encouraged students to apply present)—can now be viewed online. and helped with the review of applications. This new resource opens the archived material to the Applications are now being accepted for the 2006- public and provides a great way to remember and learn 2007 school year. If you know of incoming freshmen who more about the history and legacy of Ricks College and are children of alumni, please encourage them to apply BYU–Idaho. Just visit the Alumni Association Web page for this award. A printable application form can be found at www.byui.edu/alumni and follow the links to “Year- at www.byui.edu/alumni. books” and “Student Newspapers.” ]

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How do you harvest a dream? Envision vistas of beautiful plants, animals in all their varieties, e. and personal health to enjoy and appreciate the surroundings. Before the harvest are seasons of planting and nurturing. f. The College of Agriculture and Life Sci- Health Science students find increased value in ences at Brigham Young University–Idaho their study through internship experience. Place- a. is developing students who make dreams ments in public health, health promotion, and other come true for themselves and others. The similar professions are being explored near and far. b. g. college consists of six departments dedicated Location is a major consideration since internship to the study of agriculture, animal science, biol- travel and lodging are typically funded by the stu- c. ogy, health sciences, horticulture, and nursing. A dents. Multiple sites have been identified in Arizona, closer look reveals a nurturing environment and a Montana, Washington, and Nevada along with some promising future. in South America. Faculty members recently traveled to Honduras to interact with health and medical per- Department of Health Science Expands Experiences sonnel and to determine the potential for internships d. and humanitarian projects. Through these and other Starting a new program is never a simple task. The contacts about potential internships, the faculty gain Department of Health Science got a jump start with a relevant awareness of what the field is looking for new medical assisting program by bringing in Edith and how to better prepare their students. Hamlin, an expert with 15 years of experience as di- On-campus programs incorporate necessary skills rector of a similar program at LDS Business College into hands-on experiences for students through orga- in . Her new assignment at BYU–Idaho nizations such as the Wellness Center, located in the is to develop a top-notch program that will lead to its John W. Hart Building. The center offers one-on-one national accreditation through the Commission of consultation for better personal health. The trainers Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. are students such as Dora Alarcon from Xalapa, Ve- CAAHEP standards and guidelines are used as the racruz, Mexico, who recently interned in Peru. The framework for the rigorous review process. The new senior health science major has returned to campus program’s courses are scheduled to begin Winter Se- and now shares her insights with others. “I have been mester 2006. able to reinforce what I am learning in my classes,” ------005 alone, 87 biology students interned in a variety of of variety a in interned students biology 87 alone, 005 Biology majors are encouraged to find internships internships find to encouraged are majors Biology The center currently encompasses 130 acres with with acres 130 encompasses currently center The Animal science majors fill internships throughout throughout fill internships scienceAnimal majors Scientific advances are blended into the curriculum blended into are Scientific advances 2 Department of Biology Finds Success birth to the valuable, but unrelated, calves. Another sci Another calves. unrelated, but thebirth valuable, to settings. Upon completion of their experience, many stu many experience, their of completion Upon settings. serves ac as and experience learning their strengthens superior herd are multiplied by having other cattle serve cattle other having by multiplied are herd superior hip veterinary Disney World; clinics; operations; swine scholarships and academic improvements. academic improvements. and scholarships learning the latest techniques in molecular biology and in molecular biology and techniques the latest learning laboratory where students evaluate and prepare animal animal prepare and evaluate students where laboratory tive research into the market for future career choices. career future for market the into research tive technology enabling the faculty and students to assess assess to students the faculty and technology enabling animals. live of genetics and characteristics the meat and horse, in beef, dairy, overseas and States the United rangeland government ranches; dude centers; potherapy agriculture-serving and businesses. positions; choose Students goals. career their best fit that programs products according to industry stu to practices. Last year according products to beef going proceeds with market as the university to is housed primarily at the Livestock Center five miles five Center the Livestock at primarily housed is in the last doubled than more science has in animal ing higher-value donor cows. These surrogates then give then give surrogates These cows. donor higher-value horseback field biologyclasses field alluse Animal horseback Science rides carriage and trail provide also Thesehorses horses. recent Ezra Taft Benson Building addition. With With the addition. Building Benson Ezra Taft recent entific advancement is the recently employed ultrasound ultrasound employed recently is the advancement entific offered through the program are enjoyed by hundreds of hundreds by enjoyed are program the through offered Beginning trail riding,and classes, riding students. other of of and report their findings. This return-and-report process process return-and-report This findings. their report and as breeding stock by the students. The offspring ofthe offspring The the students. by stock breeding as the from embryos who receive mothers surrogate as in the created laboratories teaching state-of-the-art and are students equipment, new laboratory of acquisition agriculture students—such as animal nutrition, health, nutrition, animal as students—such agriculture processing a meat laboratory; animal pens; and feedlot partially is herd the cow example For theyas develop. man biology and neuroscience to biology education. to neuroscience biology and man four years. In addition to courses primarily taken by taken by primarily courses to addition In years. four classes genetics—enrichment and reproduction, meats, Program. the Activities for genetics. Integrated degrees allow students to design to students allow degrees Integrated genetics. dents receive invitations to give departmental seminars seminars departmental give to invitations receive dents departments on campus, the number of students major students of the number campus, on departments arena; indoor an sheep; and horses, feed cattle, to crops donated sell steers and evaluate, feed, to worked dents beef dairy and genetically-superior cattle. of composed with opportunities for research experience. In summer summer In experience. research for opportunities with west of Rexburg. While it remains one of the smaller of one remains it While Rexburg. of west fields of study ranging from botany and ecology to hu and ecology to botany from ranging study of fields

The calves from these top-grade animals are marketed marketed are animals top-grade these calves from The newclassrooms Biology is enjoying The Department ------dean dean . The . The - (GPS/GIS) Stephen McGary ’73, McGary Stephen Training for the students comes from case studies from comes the students for Training The department has modified re has and curriculum department The Department of Agronomy and Agriculture Business Explores Options Department of Animal Science Advances Opportunities biotechnology, handle agribusiness finance, or teach in or finance, agribusiness handle biotechnology, bracing hydroponics technologies with enhanced enhanced with technologies hydroponics bracing such as Africa and Mexico where they are exposed they where are to Africa as Mexico such and rice, as such commodities of in the production stages ships. Some students accept internships in locations in locations internships accept students Some ships. she observes. “I am applying it on a daily basis as I am I am as basis a daily on it applying observes.she am “I science program. The Department of Animal of Science The Department science program. systems and hydraulics, utilizing global positioning global utilizing positioning hydraulics, and systems sources to prepare students for the twenty-first century century the twenty-first for students prepare to sources the diversity of the agriculture industry worldwide. industry worldwide. the agriculture of the diversity and cauliflower, walnuts, lettuce, figs, kiwis, prunes, tural resources, research crop production, develop new develop production, crop research resources, tural prepares students for exciting and challenging employ challenging and exciting for students prepares the things I enjoy,” she says. she I enjoy,” the things to reflect the change in emphasis as the Depart in emphasis change reflect the to puts greater emphasis in electronic computerized computerized in electronic emphasis greater puts em now is and science curriculum grown has plant 006 the department will be renamed will 2006 the fall department be of renamed In rigor. higher learning in the United States that has an animal animal an has that States in thehigher United learning expanded to include greater resource management management resource greater include to expanded emphasis in the sciences. Agribusiness curriculum has in the sciences. Agribusiness emphasis other specialty crops. Through the experience “their experiencethe Through specialty crops. other Science. Life and Agriculture the College of of education and experience. “If I have good health and am am good health and I have experience. “If and education do to be to able likely more a balanced diet, I am eating and cultural practices,” says says practices,” cultural and and practical, “hands on” experience provided by their by experience provided on” practical, “hands and able to help people and give them advice and some some and them advice give and people help to able and beyond. The department’s technology coursework technology coursework department’s The beyond. and systems information geographic and minds are expanded to various alternative methods alternative various to expanded are minds fornia gives students the opportunity to visit various various visit to the opportunity students gives fornia ment specialties. Graduates will manage diverse agricul diverse will manage specialties. Graduates ment ment of Agribusiness, Science, and Technology. Science, and Agribusiness, of ment guidance.” Alarcon also realizes personal benefits of her of also personal benefits realizes Alarcon guidance.” In addition, an annual academic excursion to Cali to academic excursion annual an addition, In community and secondary education settings. secondary and education community concepts, including enhanced finance and economic and economic finance enhanced including concepts, work on the university farm, practicums, and intern and practicums, farm, the university on work BYU–Idaho is the only Church-operated institution of of institution Church-operated the only is BYU–Idaho

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- - - SM BSN Paula Thomas Spencer ’04 ’04 Spencer Thomas Paula Idaho, yougetglimmer aIdaho, – BYU The Department of Nursing also answers the need to the answers also Nursing of The Department The new option worked for for worked option new The Looking Beyond the Harvest school system while others will work in the business are business the in will work whileothers system school their Through systems. (ecological) biological and sources students are able to work full time all over the United United the full all time over work to able are students through the Division of Continuing Education, the non- Education, Continuing of the Division through been has beneficial to local hospital program traditional abound opportunities Employment difference. a make to take courses on campus or online through the Division of of Division the through online or campus on courses take background a diverse accumulated already had She prior. were instructors The it. worth well was it but program, weaknesses,” any tune fine to and encourage to there ily evenings and on weekends meets needs of the non- meets needs of weekends on and evenings ily 20 students years, two the past For students. traditional ing from her home in Victorville, Calif. “It was a difficult was Calif. “It in Victorville, home her from ing health of individuals, families, and communities. Their Their communities. and families, individuals, of health have been admitted into the program per year. Offered Offered per year. the program into been admitted have responsible stewardship of divinely endowed natural re natural endowed divinely of stewardship responsible efforts will enhance sustainability of agricultural and eco and agricultural of sustainability willenhance efforts ences realize their dream of graduation, they are prepared prepared theyare graduation, of dream their realize ences abundant safe, a to theywill contribute employment, online as well as on campus,” Barnhill says. “Students may may “Students Barnhill says. campus,” on as well as online degree. that for required courses education general the of and settings hospital and experience in community of accommodate local students. A program taught primar taught A program local students. accommodate as she re-entered the nursing program after graduating graduating after program the nursing re-entered she as food and fiber supply and promote the well-being and and well-being the promote and supply fiber and food facilities; it allows people from the area who will stay and and who will the area stay from people allows it facilities; profession. much-needed public the in will teach Some well. prepare who those for mer of the ‘Spirit of Ricks.’ Through the opportunity to opportunity the Through Ricks.’ of the ‘Spirit of mer Spirit.” of the the influence feel States and still continue their education.” All of the the All of education.” their still continue and States a glim get you BYU–Idaho, is it “Because says. Spencer nomic systems. Ultimately as they return to their homes homes their to theyreturn as Ultimately systems. nomic na. Their leadership and example will promote wise and and wise promote will example and leadership Their na. nursing courses are offered online along with all but two two but all with along online offered are courses nursing dreams of beauty, health, enjoyment, and education. education. and enjoyment, health, beauty, of dreams 7 years College Ricks 27 years from degree associate an with worldwide, they will influence others to harvest their own their harvest to others theywill influence worldwide, work for an extended period of time to get training in a training period extended get time to an of for work was now able to complete her bachelor’s degree in nurs degree bachelor’s her complete to able now was you students, the other with and the professors with work Continuing Education. By allowing this type of flexibility, flexibility, type this of allowing By Education. Continuing

As the students in the College of Agriculture and Life Sci Life and Agriculture of College the in students the As of the ‘Spirit of Ricks’… youfeelthe influencetheof‘Spirit Ricks’… of theofSpirit. Becauseisit ------says says Kathy Oldham Barnhill ’81 Barnhill Oldham Kathy ) was one of the first bachelor’s degrees offered at offered degrees bachelor’s the first of one ) was The Department of Horticulture traditionally brings brings traditionally Horticulture of The Department “Because many associate graduates will leave the BYU– the will leave graduates associate many “Because Mike Groesbeck, chair of Department of Biology, feels feels Biology, of Department of chair Groesbeck, Mike Romney identifies the central aim of the Horticulture Horticulture of the aim central the identifies Romney BSN Department of Nursing Rethinks Programs Department of Horticulture Nurtures Growth being accepted.” He is quick to point out much of the suc of much out point to quick is He being accepted.” semesters’ worth of classes and earn their bachelor’s de earn their bachelor’s and classes of worth semesters’ con making methods for diverse needs require student served studied. and students with a dedicated, caring faculty, and great things things great and faculty, caring a dedicated, with students students are finding success in getting into professional professional into getting in success finding are students to rate Our schools. acceptance graduate and schools tent accessible. New options were recently adopted. adopted. recently were options New accessible. tent their associate degree in nursing could take three more take more three could in nursing degree their associate products they need to live.” they need live.” to products the law of sowing seed and of the harvest,” Romney says. says. Romney the harvest,” seed of sowing and of the law their coursework.” Students also have opportunities to to opportunities also have Students their coursework.” be can ob horticulture where the world parts to of travel the community and around the world. BYU–Idaho horti BYU–Idaho world. the around and community the the students are receiving a useful education in biology. in biology. a useful education receiving are the students has conscientiously fulfilled the assignment to rethink to fulfilled assignment the conscientiously has helping others surround themselves with places of peace of places with themselves surround others helping hard work and appreciation for the world around them. around the world for appreciation and work hard horticulture industries and technology into the class technology into and industries horticulture room—but the classroom extends far beyond the brick the brick beyond far extends the classroom room—but education. The bachelor’s of science degree in nursing nursing of in degree science The bachelor’s education. education. In a nurturing environment students gain an an gain students environment a nurturing In education. and beauty and to produce the essential horticultural horticultural the essential produce to and beauty and able to experience and practice the principles taught in taught practice the experience principles to and able are happening at BYU–Idaho,” says Groesbeck. says BYU–Idaho,” at happening are age, and most students applying to graduate schools are are schools graduate to applying students most and age, medical and dental school is well above the national aver the national above well school is dental medical and gree. Department Chair Chair Department gree. understanding of the spiritual and scientific aspects of scientific and the spiritual of understanding greenhouses and acres of gardens where our students are are students our where gardens of acres and greenhouses Idaho campus and travel throughout the world to work, work, to world the throughout travel and campus Idaho creation by working with plants. They develop habits of habits They develop plants. with working by creation culture faculty and students take the challenge to heart. to challenge the take students and faculty culture cient, beautify surroundings, and help those in need within within need in those help and surroundings, beautify cient, cess is due to the quality of students. “Combine these fine “Combine students. of the quality to due is cess He says, “Although we are very new as a university, our our very new are a university, as we “Although says, He we felt it was important to make our program available available program our make to important was it felt we walls of the Benson Building. Department Chair Ben Chair the Benson Department walls Building. of For the past five years, the Department of Nursing Nursing of the Department years, five the past For President Gordon B. Hinckley specifically challenged indi challenged specifically Hinckley B. Gordon President viduals to nurture the skills of gardening, become self suffi self become gardening, of skills the nurture to viduals Department as a combination of secular and spiritual secular spiritual of and a combination as Department BYU–Idaho. Programs were developed so students with with so developed students were Programs BYU–Idaho. Romney explains, “We are blessed with state-of-the-art state-of-the-art blessed with are “We explains, Romney

( “Students connect with many of life’s lessons, particularly lessons, life’s of many with connect “Students by their living make to students teaching focus on is “Our

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spontaneous, and true to his convictions.” convictions.” his trueto and spontaneous, admired. His admired. colleagues His describe him thoughtful, measured, as humble, to have been chosen for this important role,” President Clark said during during said Clark President role,” important this for chosen been have to the June 6 announcement, broadcast by satellite from Boston and Salt in facing the opportunities that lie ahead.” that the opportunities in facing Gordon B. Hinckley introduced the students and faculty of Brigham School. Business Harvard the of then-dean Clark, Lake City to Rexburg. “I am tremendously excited to be joining BYU– Idaho, and Idaho, I look forward to working with everyone in the community Young University–Idaho to their University–Idaho Kim newly B. president, Dr. appointed Young “He is a man of tremendous integrity who is deeply respected and president of b\u By Marc Stevens By Marc

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ANSWERING THECALL - - - - That loveof learning led President Clark toHarvard Uni But he found his greatest satisfaction in the classroom. Waterflow, of town tiny the from lady young a was Hunt Sue Above:JuneOn 2005,6, President Gordon HinckleyB. uses technology heannouncesas to the students and employ eesofBYU–Idaho that Kim ClarkB. would become the next president ofthe university. struggled during his freshman year, and as he left on a mission mission a on left he as and year, freshman his during struggled to this very I day, have lovedPresident school,” Clark said at the BYU–Idaho Devotional the day after hispresidency was heart my in place special a have education and Schools teach. to to Germany, he vowed he would not return to Harvard. Af atBrigham Clark enrolled President ter his finishing mission, Sue.” I met course, of and, teachers home evening group at BYU. They made Sunday dinner to and basketball. He also developed musical talents, playing bass bass playing talents, musical developed also He basketball. and love I and things, new discover to learn, to love “I announced. and, I believe, a special place in the Restoration and in the guitar and organ in a band. in a band. organ and guitar New Mexico, and one of the “sisters” in President Clark’s family family Clark’s President in “sisters” the of one and Mexico, New He He spent his early childhood in Salt Lake City, and when he was 11 the family moved to Spokane, Washington. The teenaged teenaged The Washington. Spokane, to moved family the 11 was Kim Clark stayed busy in high school, playing varsity baseball varsity playing highschool, in busy stayed Clark Kim God.” of Kingdom versity, where he was accepted as a pre-med major in 1967. He He in 1967. major a pre-med as accepted was he where versity,

Young University for his sophomore year, where he flourished. flourished. he where year, sophomore his for University Young “From the“From time I was a little boy growing up in Salt Lake City, great such had “I recalled. he much,” so BYU at year my loved “I - - . Bottom: . The Clark family President Clark’s preparation began very early on. He is the is He on. early very began preparation Clark’s President From there, say President Clark and his wife the Sue, say President there, bless From While at Harvard, President Clark had kept a close eye began bearing new fruit in preparation for the assignment of a of assignment the for preparation in fruit new bearing began before when President Hinckley asked Clark if he would be lifetime. “I think there’s some kind of orientation program for for program kind orientation some of think “I lifetime. there’s thought both professionally and spiritually, and for our family, family, our for and spiritually, and professionally both thought thisPresident Clark would said. be a wonderful opportunity,” the university. That interest, combined with the crossroads ings began to flow. His years of academic and spiritual training training spiritual and academic of years His flow. to began ings interested in presiding over BYU–Idaho. The in BYU–Idaho. positionover had interested presiding be has to be. There’s a group up there probably associated with the the with associated probably there up group a There’s be. to has himself intrigued by the groundbreaking work being done at his career at Harvard had reached, made the “I decision easy. oldest of three children born to Merlin and Helen Mar Clark. on BYU–Idaho’s transition from Ricks College, and he on BYU–Idaho’s found new presidents run Presidentby heaven,” Clark said. “There a orienting for whoresponsible in ways are various university new president.” come vacant several months before when President David A. Bednar was called to serve as a member of the Quorum of the of Quorumthe Bednarcalled servewas of to member a as

Twelve Apostles. Apostles. Twelve Thosejusthad opportunities presented themselves twoweeks “And so I said I would be interested. And I meant it.” meant I And be interested. so I would I said “And mother,Ernestine Burk Hunt, vital a is member ofthe family. Top: Dr. Clark Dr. Top: sits officehis in during earlyhis years atthe Harvard Business School consistsoffour sons, three daughters, and six grandchildren (now seven with more expected soon). Sister Clark’s

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- Idaho Falls Post Register Post - Idaho Falls nthe - Rexburg Standard Journal - Rexburg his brain-trust Harvard colleagues were much more befuddled by his his brain-trust Harvard colleagues were much more for.” future.” mark and theme of [BYU–Idaho] and what the school will be known University–Idaho in Rexburg.” the transition to a four-year institution. That steady course is the hall the transition to a four-year the legacy of Ricks College and BYU–Idaho while propelling it into the the steady and upward course the university has been heading since BYU–Idaho students and faculty of the man’s humility and his person BYU–Idaho students and faculty of the man’s Young Harvard to become president of Mormon-affiliated Brigham decision than BYU–Idaho freshmen.” a view of the Grand Teton Mountains’—should be an obvious sign to Mountains’—should be an a view of the Grand Teton faith. Ironically, al priorities. He is, to the core, a man of integrity and at 56, Clark is once again Now, as a in Germany. answering the call of his church. On June 6 he announced he’s leaving School Dean Kim Clark has left the university only once—to serve church President Gordon B. Hinckley—‘trade the halls of Harvard for Gordon B. Hinckley—‘trade church President I “Clark described the job as a challenge—particularly in holding onto “The of fact that such an accomplished soul would—in the words “Since he came to Harvard as a freshman in 1967, Harvard Business Clark] foresees for the university … will be “The [President changes But word of President Clark’s decision to leave Harvard sent sent Harvard leave to decision Clark’s President of word But President Clark’s push for ethical training at HBS would become something of a punctuation mark on his tenure there there his tenure on mark a punctuation become of something because several later months the call to leave Harvard and as finest very the of one of part was I think “I decision. bittersweet sume sume the presidency of BYU–Idaho came. admits He it was a president. “So when this opportunity to become president of idea holds true everywhere, from the boardrooms of corporate corporate of boardrooms the from everywhere, true holds idea a is School Business “Harvard said. he world,” the in institutions have to equip students with frameworks, concepts and tools that that tools and concepts frameworks, with students equip to have the says and principles correct living of matter a simply is havior resolution of the issue,” he said. he issue,” the of resolution people.” great by run well extraordinarily institution, remarkable enough even to teach about the importance of and create aware create and of importance the about teach to even enough a shock wave through many parts of the academic and business business and academic the of parts many through wave shock a allow them to take fairly complicated situations, break them ness in the students about the issues,” President Clark said. “You “You said. Clark President issues,” the about students the in ness down, and understand what is at stake.” He believes ethical be ethical believes He stake.” is at what understand and down, deans to serve,” he said on the day of his announcement as your values and principles in an effective way to come to a good a to come to way effective an in principles and values your BYU–Idaho came, I felt that the right.” time was that I felt came, BYU–Idaho But President Clark also knewPresident But the on. time had to move come

America, to the Harvard Business School, to BYU–Idaho. “Apply “Apply BYU–Idaho. to School, Business Harvard the to America, “It’s not easy to “It’s leave, but ten years is about the right time for - - - . Bottom . 7 years including 10 years as dean. He 2 pressconference the dayafter the announcement that hewould become president And so began a remarkable teaching and administrative But perhaps the most high-profile achievement of his admin his of achievement high-profile most the perhaps But With With married life just getting under Presidentway, Clark billion. He authored several books and papers on topics such such topics on papers and books several authored He billion. BYU–Idaho 2 0 percent under President Clark’s leadership, and he succeeded succeeded he and leadership, Clark’s President under percent 0 by introducing mandatory ethics classes for HBS students. “We “We HBS students. for classes ethics mandatory introducing by learned that it is not enough to have high standards; not it’s taught at HBS for the scandals at major corporations like Enron and WorldCom WorldCom and Enron like corporations major at the scandals pushed initiatives to strengthen the school’s research and edu research to the strengthen initiatives pushed school’s that year. that istration came just last year, when he took a firm stance against against stance firm a took he when year, last just came istration in raising the HBS endowment from $550 million to nearly in 1974. A master’s degree followed in 1977 A inand master’s a 1974. doctorate in as technology, productivity, and product development. product and productivity, technology, as gether one evening and have been together ever since. President President since. ever together been have and evening one gether cational programs and to improve its campus. Faculty grew by by grew Faculty campus. its improve to and programs cational career that would span nearly three decades. President Clark decided to give Harvard another chance. He returned to Boston, Boston, to returned He chance. another Harvard give to decided degree bachelor’s a earned and economics, to major his changed President Clark joined the faculty of Harvard Business School Business Harvard of faculty the joined Clark President Clark married Sue—whom he describes as “the love of my life” life” my of love describes“the he as Sue—whom married Clark

1978. With a lifelong passion for education that never waned, $ 2 — in 1971, eventually bringing seven children into the world. into seven children bringing — in 1971, eventually Right:Carrying theon tradition ofraised scriptures atdevotionals signifying preparation to learn bythe Spirit. Top: President Top: and Sister Clark enjoy meeting BYU–Idaho students. Bottom Left: President Clark responds to ques tions ata - President President Clark comes to Rexburg with a clear and simple “It might sound a little bit like platitude, buttrue; it’s my President and President Sister Clark also no have reservations about Top: Members Top: ofthe Board ofTrustees attend with President Gordon HinckleyB. presiding. Bottom: Presidents past andpresent gather for inauguration: JoeChristensen Henry J. EyringB. Kim Clark,B. (1971-1977), (1985-1989), DavidA. BednarSteven (1997-2004), Bennion and RobertD. (1989-1997), Wilkes D. (interim 2004-2005). big city life, Rexburg appears to be a good fit for the Clarks. “It’s “It’s Clarks. the for fit good a be to appears Rexburg life, city big very feels all.It at us to foreign feel doesn’t soit here, out born leaving Boston, their home of 34 years, to come to Rexburg. talking to them about the Church, about why this happened,” to him by Church leaders. “Our job is to make this a great interesting thing to try to understand what the Lord wants done. done. wants Lord the what understand to try to thing interesting just been terrific to be here,” President Clark said, crediting his his crediting said, Clark President here,” be to terrific been just erything the Lord wants it to be,” President Clark said. “It’s an an Clark “It’s said. President erything to be,” it the wants Lord of a missionary tool. “Many people have told me others are now now are others me told have people “Many tool. missionary a of and partook of different aspects of it.” But after so many years of years many so after But it.” of aspects different of partook and was “I the easy for roots transition. Western Clark’s Sister and fondest, deepest hope for this place is that it will become ev for for the he university is for closely mirror now theresponsible university,” he said, “in the image that the Lord wants it to be.” he said, “in the the it that to image be.” wants Lord university,” comfortable and very familiar. The people are wonderful.” so are The people very and familiar. comfortable the Brethren. from charge President Clark said. “It’s been a really positive thing.” been positive a really “It’s said. Clark President vision vision for BYU–Idaho; a vision shaped by the direction given Church,” President Clark said of Boston. “We liked living there there living liked “We Boston. of said Clark President Church,”

And not surprisingly, Presidentown personalClark’s desires “We did “We find many wonderful people there, in andout of the ------but wonderful news for your university, but wonderful news for your university, — d President Hinckley presided at the inauguration, joined by his President “I know that with all of us working as one, with the inspired guid “I know that with all of us working as one, with the Other dignitaries taking part in the inauguration included Dirk “I expected some people to be completely baffled and “I wanted people to really know what we are doing and what what and doing are we what know really to people wanted “I But like all Church universities, BYU–Idaho does not follow follow not does BYU–Idaho universities, Church all like But here, to build this university.” Several members of the Board of Trustees Several members of the Board of Trustees here, to build this university.” ing over this institution,” President Hinckley said. “You are recognized for recognized are “You said. Hinckley President institution,” this over ing mers lightheartedly lamented his departure from the school, calling it president at inaugural ceremonies in the Hart Auditorium on October 11. president at inaugural ceremonies in the Hart Auditorium wants it to be.” the gems of the Gem State,” and Lawrence H. Summers, president of to President Gordon B. Hinckley’sto President installation and charge. “It will be a Kempthorne, Governor of Idaho, who described BYU–Idaho as “one of Kempthorne, Elder David A. Bednar, former BYU–Idaho president. Elder David A. Bednar, Clark’sHarvard University and President colleague of some 30 years. President James E. Faust. “We are so richly blessed to have you presid “We James E. Faust. President Pledging to pursue the mission of Brigham Young University–Idaho with University–Idaho Pledging to pursue the mission of Brigham Young your abilities across the world. Now you have been kind enough to come upward course the Lord has set,” President Clark said in his response upward course the Lord has set,” President the Lord university true to its heritage, true to its mission, everything and for all who care about American higher education and the character of those who lead its institutions.” and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles were also present, including and the Quorum of the Twelve ance of the Board, this university will move forward on the steady, on the steady, ance of the Board, this university will move forward counselors in the First Presidency, President Thomas S. Monson and Thomas S. President counselors in the First Presidency, After praising President Clark’s Sum After praising President leadership at Harvard, President

inauguration… because the world is organized around a set of ideas about pro about ideas of set a around organized is world the because shocked that I would go to BYU–Idaho,” he said. “It’s the reac “It’s he said. to BYU–Idaho,” go I would that shocked prophet calls, you go.” calls, you prophet this answer place to is reallyeagerness PresidentHis about,” Clark said, “and Ianybody.” don’t to apologize to have we think something into developed even has BYU–Idaho lead to call the the pattern.world’s Its course is charted by a higher author tion I would have had five years ago. It doesn’t make any sense any make doesn’t It ago. years five had have would I tion ity, and President Clark and knows President exactly where theity, call to trade reasons why he Sister came Clarkto BYU–Idaho,” said, refer told “He Harvard. at address School the of State final his to ring about getting the call from President Hinckley and that in our our in that and Hinckley President callthe from getting about from such a prestigious post—without hesitation—to lead a gression, careers, and what people do.” do.” people what and careers, gression, new and relatively unknown university in rural Idaho? It defied defied It Idaho? rural in university unknown relatively and new church we him hold God—andof to bewhen thechurch the prophet dropping jaws and puzzled looks. puzzled and jaws dropping communities. Leaders of universities and corporations alike the by unfazed was Clark President But wisdom. conventional were left scratching their heads. How could anyone walk away away walk anyone could How heads. their left scratching were Boston for Rexburg came from. “He didn’t gloss over any of the the of any over gloss didn’t “He from. came Rexburg for Boston

“bittersweet news for Harvar “every bit of energy and ability,” Kim B. Clark was formally installed as “every bit of energy and ability,”

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}}} Helping everyone associated with BYU–Idaho become a BYU– and College Ricks all hopes Clark President destiny A Top: President Top: Clark shares the festivities with twinhis daughters, Jennifer and Julia. Bottom: President and Sister Clarkvisit Marywith and three Dan Hessof one receptionsat friends, family, heldforassociates and university.theof be a place they will be proud of.” be of.” they a place will be proud someone asks where they went to school and they say BYU– that involves much more than just what happens inside the socially, emotionally, personally, spiritually, Developing person. be.” themto wants the Lord truly disciple the of become kind the alumni of Ricks College and BYU–Idaho that the disciple theI that will constant life close have and to my thelive Spirit intellectually—all aspects of their character,” he said. “That they they “That said. he character,” their of aspects intellectually—all Brethren, the and Hinckley President with alignment perfect in and I will do everything I can to help this university realize its its realize university this help willeverythingto I do can I and glorious destiny.” glorious classroom. “In this university, it’s about thedeveloping whole it’s classroom. this“In university, missions. core Christ theis of Jesus one of university’s disciple know to alumni the want “I top. the at start will process creation companionship of hethe said. Holy Ghost,” “I will always be Idaho alumni will be part of and share with others: “When always will BYU–Idaho great.’ ‘that’s say to people want I Idaho,

And as he begins his administration, President Clark pledges to to pledges Clark President administration, his begins he as And - - - For President Clark being on the right track includes imple includes track right the on being Clark President For The university President Clark inherits is just five years into into years five just is inherits Clark President university The best days are still ahead. “I think the university is really in great great in really is university the think “I ahead. still are days best but President Clark feels comfortable with the pace and progress progress and pace the with comfortable feels Clark President but shape,” he said. “I think the work that has beenhas beenhas that think done “I the he said. work shape,” track. That’s my assessment of the university.” of the assessment my That’s track. tive academic calendar. Several new buildings have been added, added, been have buildings new Several calendar. academic tive the past few years by quickly and efficiently adding nearly 50 that, this place will be a phenomenon. It’ll be great.” be great.” It’ll will this place bethat, a phenomenon. imparting knowledge to people;about Presi developing,” it’s higher quality experiences for And thehe students.” believes here in confidence that they will find a place that is on the right right the on is that place a find will they that confidence in here excellent and the foundation is strong. I think people can come come can people think I strong. is foundation the and excellent of the transition from Ricks College and believes BYU–Idaho’s BYU–Idaho’s believes and College Ricks from transition the of and grow so we can do more, be more effective, and create and others are being renovated. It’s an enormous task to take on, on, take to task enormous an It’s renovated. being are others and a sweeping transformation. BYU–Idaho has turned heads over over heads turned has BYU–Idaho transformation. sweeping a menting an educational principle he feels very strongly about: veryabout: he feels principle strongly educational an menting understanding how students learn and helping them do it better. better. it do them helping and learn students how understanding new bachelor’s degree programs and implementing an an innova implementing and programs degree new bachelor’s grand scheme of things? We’ll try to do His work, and if we do we if and work, His do try to We’ll things? of scheme grand dent Clark needsaid. to“We understand how people change

Whose will is it? Where do we need to take the university in the the in university the take to need we do Where it? is will Whose “I believe education is a developmental process. It’s not just about about just not It’s process. developmental a is education believe “I Above:President Kim ClarkB. listens Presidentas Gordon HinckleyB. issues the inaugural charge. - beyond beyond — bless individuals individuals bless by Brett Sampson ’88 — those who graduate having had the unique experience. funds provide scholarships, special programs, and enhance and programs, special scholarships, provide funds throughout the world… including students in Rexburg, understood, however, understood,is however, how lives are changed through ments to facilities. Each directly blesses the lives of those of lives the blesses directly Each facilities. to ments who attend and ultimately affects generations through what local ecclesiastical leaders oversee leaders ecclesiastical local what additional philanthropic gifts. These contributions These gifts. philanthropic additional accomplished through tithes and offerings. Less commonly commonly Less offerings. and tithes through accomplished Latter-day Saints are generally familiar with the good Idaho. At Brigham University–Idaho,Young contributed

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3 manag :40). At At 2:40). M. McClain Bybee, said, Bybee, McClain M. 2 005, officially introducing the name change and change name the introducing officially 005, 2 at at Badger Creek, you have probably been blessed by the the Church as they provide additional financial resources. resources. financial additional they as provide Church the cessed library materials on campus, or attended an activity activity an attended or campus, on materials library cessed mission of the Church expands throughout the world, you you world, the throughout expands Church the of mission generous generous giftsof donors assistedby the LDS Foundation In any case, if you have ever received a scholarship, ac will probably hear more of us as we strive to accelerate the accelerate to strive we as us of more hear probably will of friends and members assisting by kingdom the of work [now Philanthropies]. [now We tend to work quietly in the background. However, as the the as However, background. the in quietly work to tend We Referring all donations (other than tithes and fast offerings) offerings) fast and tithes than (other donations all Referring LDS Philanthropies specifically handles donations to Church Church to donations handles specifically Philanthropies LDS In 1973 the First Presidency determined that there was ample ample was there that determined Presidency First the 1973 In Leaders of the Church have carefully selected activities The First Presidency recently changed the department For years the Church quietly provided worldwide aid bering “in all things the poor and the needy” (D&C 5 (D&C needy” the and poor the things all “in bering ability and a great interest among Church members in remem in members Church among interest great a and ability specificareas are all worthyof support from tithing dollars, through millions of humanitarian dollars, along with other people around the world are aware of the opportunities to causes. in worthy the Church with participate to which philanthropic donations are accepted. While these LDS become has what organized formally more they time that Presidency First the of desire the fulfills Philanthropies LDS to tional institutions. Speaking to students at BYU–Idaho, BYU–Idaho, at students to Speaking institutions. tional ing director of LDS Philanthropies, Philanthropies, LDS of director ing related charities such as the educational institutions. institutions. the educational as such charities related reiterating its purpose. its reiterating other faiths are welcomed as they accelerate the accomplish cade that these acts have been generally publicized. Now more more Now publicized. generally been have acts these that cade charitable causes (or “philanthropies”) such as Humanitarian Humanitarian as such “philanthropies”) (or causes charitable forms of charitable assistance. It has It only forms of assistance. beencharitable in the last de the Church. of the mission of ment Services, , and the Church’s educa Services, and the Fund, Church’s Education Perpetual September 8, 8, September generous contributions from Latter-day Saints and friends of of friends and Saints Latter-day from contributions generous name from LDS Foundation to better signify its function. The The function. its signify better to Foundation LDS from name which Latter-day Saints and others could donate to Church- Philanthropies. A basic model of philanthropic foundations Presiding Bishopric sent a letter to all ecclesiastical leaders on on leaders ecclesiastical all to letter a sent Bishopric Presiding

(or organizations) (or was organizations) followed to provide a means through “…to have correlation of these other fund-raising efforts.” these fund-raising other of correlation have “…to - able to attend school.¹ attend to able lives of young people who might not otherwise have been otherwise not have might who people young of lives come come to realize the powerful impact that you have in the I want I to want say that it is as cast bread upon the which water will come back to you again and again and again, as you Earlier this year President Gordon B. Hinckley addressed a a addressed Hinckley B. Gordon President year this Earlier Is Is it bold to state that lives are changed at BYU–Idaho by It is impossible to fully assess just how different some lives lives some different how just assess fully to impossible is It

How LDS Philanthropies Helps through LDS Philanthropies under the direction of the them to attend BYU–Idaho. Any number of alumni, however, however, alumni, of number Any BYU–Idaho. attend to them those who simply give $177 (as has been the request over the last last the over request the been has (as $177 give simply who those ous gifts” given, he said, he said, given, gifts” ous group of contributors to BYU–Idaho. Speaking of the to “gener BYU–Idaho. of contributors group year) or any other amount? Certainly. Is it true? Indisputably! Indisputably! true? it Is Certainly. amount? other any or year) would be if they hadn’t received financial assistance enabling enabling assistance financial received bewould if they hadn’t on them. effect will the testify life-changing personally of Presiding Bishopric of the Church. theChurch. of Bishopric Presiding

All the philanthropic help provided to students is facilitated

0 f a l l 2 0 0 5 s u m m i t 2 Changing Lives at BYU–Idaho 21 Those with particular interests in Brigham Young University– t i m m u s 5 0 0 2 l l a f Idaho support it as one of the Church’s charitable institutions. Through LDS Philanthropies, some make arrangements in their estate planning to give a “deferred gift” often through wills or through a charitable trust. Others give “outright gifts” of sometimes thousands of dollars to help students more im- mediately. Many contribute what they can by consistently giv- ing in smaller amounts. Phila-what Regardless of the type of gift, anyone who truly has the desire to make a difference in the life of a student can do so. Philanthropy means “love of humankind.” LDS Philanthropies employs several individuals who are Philanthropies is a plural noun designating an available to assist with certain gifts. They have sometimes been institution intended to promote human welfare referred to as “agents of change” because of their roles and or areas to which one may give monetary unique vantage point as they witness the change that occurs assistance. More often the word philanthropist in the hearts of the giver and receiver. is used, somewhat narrowly, to identify a wealthy and generous individual that funds a Bradley Petersen is currently working with a humble, older large charitable project. couple from Wyoming. Since 1941 they farmed their 60 acres and lived on no more than $12,000 a year. However, anyone who lovingly gives, in any A short time ago they came to the difficult but necessary amount, for the good of others is indeed a conclusion that they would need to retire and sell their prop- philanthropist. erty. There was trepidation on their part for how they would even survive. They soon learned, however, that their land was LDS Philanthropies is the central coordinating valued at more than $50,000 an acre. agency through which the Church correlates “They were actually scared to death,” Bradley says. “When contributions, beyond tithes and offerings, to they approached us, they had no idea what they would do assist those in need throughout the world. with that much money, and the last thing they wanted was for anyone to think they were wealthy. Their genuine desire was Through LDS Philanthropies, thousands of to share it.” members of the Church and some friends of As their donor liaison, Bradley is working closely with them other faiths experience often indescribable and their financial advisors to determine the best plan for them. joy as they give of their relative abundance. Through the type of gift they are arranging, they will now not These experiences occur as they discover only live out their lives comfortably but will do more than they opportunities to lift up the weary and ultimately ever thought possible for the young people at BYU–Idaho. build the kingdom. Instead of aching, their hearts are full to overflowing at the literal legacy they will now leave when they have passed on. That is the absolute beauty of giving; both the receiver and the giver are blessed, sometimes David Facer manages gifts from corporations and founda- in unexpected ways. It is truly gospel-centered, tions. Not long after he came to work at the BYU–Idaho cam- Zion-like living. pus, he had an experience that he says may seem small but that he will never forget. “We were hosting representatives of a foundation that has donated to the Department of Aca- demic Learning for many years. Students who had been directly helped by the - - 1-year-old 1-year-old 2 Cori discovered how “eventful” life can be after finally coming coming finally after be can life “eventful” how discovered Cori Despite his dyslexia and having to make up for dropping had we “but says, Adam paper,” goodon looked plan “Our The first line in Cori Robinson’s letter is, “I am a am “I is, letter Robinson’s Cori in line first The believe that family is and should be the most important thing thing important be the most should and is family believethat Many Expressions of Gratitude Many Expressions student mother.” Born studentand mother.” raised in Sacramento, California, she was third of six children. She describes her siblings as be low through. Our student loans [were] stacking up, and no to BYU–Idaho, marrying her husband Craig, and having a baby baby a having and Craig, husband her marrying BYU–Idaho, to provided to BYU–Idaho—that which is appropriated by the ing “best friends” and her parents as “wonderful.” Cori says, “I “I says, Cori “wonderful.” as parents her and friends” “best ing in life.” Cori. says Thenshe me a taught of new stress,” meaning have his senior year. This has come while working long hours so his his so hours long working while come has This year. senior his of of her off own. the“Trading baby betweenour classes, doing extensive; nearly every student is touched in some way. Letters Letters way. some in touched is student every nearly extensive; expressing gratitude fillbinders in the BYU–Idahooffices of into GPA 3.56 a carries now Stamper Adam school, high of out one [would] lend us money because of how little we earn. In continues, “Sometimes I feel like there are angels all around cannot express how amazed and humbled I felt. Just when we we when Just felt. I humbled and amazed how express cannot my my education. I wonder at how my family is so taken care of. meet ends make to trying and time, nap during homework my from those who have been helped. those who have from technology. reproductive livestock in program degree master’s frustration we set our plan aside…and then a letter came. I needed it most, a way was provided for us to continue with my express fully cannot I survive. I that family understanding gratitude!” gifts to the university. Heoversees allgiftstoaspects ofthe university. sacred funds no idea how to get the money we would need to actually fol LDS Philanthropies. Following are just two examples of letters letters of examples two just are Following Philanthropies. LDS It isIt only through generous people like you and a loving and wife could be home with their children. Still he is considering a considering is he Still children. their with home be could wife fice in approving the priorities and processes of philanthropic philanthropic of processes and priorities the approving in fice Church and everything offered by individuals. by individuals. everything and offered Church

The degreeto whichstudents are affected bycontributions is - - - - to alumni alumni to

4 Moore,Ken Bridenstine, Alton Hansen,JoeWestenskow, DavidFacer Donorliaisons forLDS PhilanthropiesBYU-Idaho:at (frontShayne rowto r.) l. Summers,David Richards, Terry(back rowWall. to l. Bradley Petersen, r.) Chris phone calls from the Telefund Center. the Telefund calls from phone manages the BYU–Idaho Fund. Through this Through Fund. BYU–Idaho the manages student student You play a crucial role in accelerating our steady, upward upward steady, our accelerating in role crucial a play You These contributions also enable us to do things we cannot cannot we things do to us enable also contributions These through inspired direction. inspired through the mission of this university through their generosity. through this university of the mission even anticipate even at anticipate this point in time. I hope you trust that course—one charted for us in the heavens. us for charted course—one How wonderful to work with alumni and friends who sustain sustain who friends and alumni with work to wonderful How we will continue to use what you give us wisely and always always and wisely us give you what use to continue will we This fall, President Kim B. Clark sent his first letter first his sent Clark B. Kim President fall, This

David goes on to say that she became “significantly emo “One student talked about her learning disability and how how and disability learning her talked about student “One Under theUnder direction of the BYU–Idaho Board of Trustees, Alton says, “It really to is look inspiring the at to response says, “It Alton better. “It wasbetter. “It a very personal moment between her and our and friends. As with past presidents, his viewpoint is clear and and clear is viewpoint his presidents, past with As friends. and about helping about to helping accelerate what we are doing for students at sends and sends and shot through the roof and helped to make her BYU–Idaho she came to campus with very low confidence established by sonal experiencessonal there. the president works regularly with the LDS Philanthropies of with the LDS regularly Philanthropies works the president these requests. It’s just remarkable to see how many people care care people many how see to remarkable just It’s requests. these thousands thousands of responses to the letters the university president tional” as she thanked them for helping make her life so much much so life her make helping for them thanked she as tional” tential she never imagined.” never she tential point that she was able to do well academically. Her confidence confidence Her academically. well do to able was she that point poor academic performance in high school. But because of the the of because But school. high in performance academic poor tutoring centers were invited to a luncheon to tell of their pertheir of tell to luncheon a to invited were centers tutoring reading center, she was able to work with her challenges to the to challenges her with work to able was she center, reading experience a for doing springboard things and reaching a po follow-up phone call made. is phone follow-up fund the largest number of giftsare given.He seesand hears gratitude profound: profound: gratitude guests…and me,” he concludes. he me,” guests…and BYU–Idaho.” Typically three BYU–Idaho.” letters are sent each year and a

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Clark; Fall 2005. Fall Clark; tion of Church education to join in sustaining the important important the sustaining in join to education Church of tion influence these schools render to the world and to the work work the to and world the to render schools these influence of the Church. of Restoration. We invite those who value the unique contribu unique the value who those invite We Restoration. Anyone who gives in one way or another truly has an impact impact an has truly another or way one in gives who Anyone LDS Philanthropies, in its service to BYU–Idaho, continues continues BYU–Idaho, to service its in Philanthropies, LDS B. B. “Tzedakah,” Brigham Young University–Idaho University–Idaho Young Brigham “Tzedakah,” First Presidency Letter, February 20, 1973. February Letter, Presidency First Letter to alumni and friends from President Kim Kim President friends from and alumni to Letter anthropic gifts that promote the influence of Brigham Young Young gifts theanthropic promote that influence of Brigham pose, specific areasat BYU–Idaho supported, and theirout on students and is deeply appreciated. The students thank you. you. thank students The appreciated. deeply is and students on comes—is available at the Web site or phone numbers below. numbers phone or site the Web at available comes—is quietly and confidentially facilitating the thousands of phil [email protected]. If you have comments about this article, please e-mail please this e-mail article, about comments have you If More information about LDS Philanthropies—the history, pur history, Philanthropies—the LDS about information More 1 Brigham Young University–Idaho President’s Club Club President’s University–Idaho 1 Young Brigham 3 www.byui.edu/giving 2 University–Idaho students throughout the world. the world. throughout students University–Idaho

banquet, Salt Lake City, , March 17, 2005. 17, March Utah, City, Lake Salt banquet, 2002. 19, February Idaho, Rexburg, devotional, Rexburg, ID 83460-1657 Rexburg, 220 Kimball Building 220 Kimball 208-496-1128 800-227-4257 or 4 And we thank you. thank we And - - 1 they have been shown. they have — the Board issued the following: 2 the Board issued Thank you so very, verymuch my dear Brothers and and it needs your supplemental help. Now on behalf of the of behalf on Now help. supplemental your needs it and BYU–Idaho. a contribution…at tributed so generously in the past to this vital part of the eternal life. We express appreciation to those who have con have who those to appreciation express We life. eternal commitment to their four institutions of higher education highereducation of institutions theirfour to commitment Sisters, for your very generous gifts…. And I hope that you you that hope I And gifts…. generous very your for Sisters, need more and more of this kind of help. this kind of of more and need more Board of Trustees, I wish to thank everyone who has made made has who everyone thank to wish I Trustees, of Board which assist individuals in their quest for perfection and will continue because the institution will grow, and we will we and grow, will institution the because continue will In December 200 In All contributions simply supplement and enhance what the the what enhance and supplement simply contributions All

Students benefit in various ways from the philanthropic sup philanthropic the from ways various in benefit Students The BYU–Idaho Board of Trustees, which President The stories continue. Thereare hundreds of them. Every The Church has given so very generously to BYU–Idaho …the Church Boards of Trustees endorse the continuing and compelling than others; but in reality, each and than compelling one uniquely others; in but reality, supplemental nature of philanthropic gifts, President Hinckley Hinckley President gifts, philanthropic of nature supplemental semester letters arrive from those who have received much- the university. They work directly with President Clark and all oversee that to BYU–Idaho at staff Philanthropies LDS the port of many. Some, like Adam and Cori, are direct recipients recipients direct are Cori, and Adam like Some, many. of port experience. the enrich BYU–Idaho that programs the loving help—the philanthropy help—the the loving to you, but to a new little family, your donation has meant the the meant has donation your family, little a new to but you, to is done on behalf of students. students. behalf of on done is helping us. That’s what you are to me. It may to beare youme. a what small thing us. That’s helping recently said, said, recently relates the life of a good young man or woman and gratitude for for gratitude and woman or man young good a of life the relates of scholarships. Many more are blessed by the facilities and needed and unexpected scholarships. Some are more detailed more are Some scholarships. unexpected and needed Hinckley chairs, is more than mindful of all that is given to I thank you, and know that to us, you are an angel.” an are you us, to that know and you, thank I world. You were an answer to our prayers. So whoever you are, are, you whoever So prayers. our to answer an were You world. Church does to maintain a substantial university. Regarding the the Regarding university. substantial a maintain to does Church

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Joyce Anderson – Department of Teacher Education

eep down I think I always wanted to be a teacher. Not that • I had been taught classroom management skills...but wasn’t D I didn’t have other dreams—working in the sands of Egypt sure what to do when a second-grader was inextricably digging for as-yet-unimagined treasures that would change wrapped around the legs of a classroom table, holding his man’s knowledge of history, or maybe spending years at my teachers and classmates at bay with his profanity, and daring Smith Corona portable electric typewriter, capturing in words me (now an administrator) to do something about it. the essence of life in such simplicity that it would become the next great American novel. Oh, I had big dreams. • I had been taught the importance of accessing prior knowl- edge and setting the stage for learning...but didn’t know how At the same time my real-life experiences were building within to relate the student’s tale of a drug raid and the cops and the me an awareness of what I truly admired. Influential mentors whizzing bullets and hiding under the mattress for hours until showed me the learning process has meaningful and lasting re- it was safe to come out to our study of the weather. sults. My vision of teacher was beginning to be defined. • I had learned about diversity and cultural identity...but real- Years later, I was ready. Armed with two degrees certifying that ized how little I truly understood as a student I loved sat next I knew content and pedagogy, two student teaching experi- to me in my office, waiting for the police to arrive and explain- ences that attested to competence, on-the-job decision mak- ing that I didn’t understand—he had to beat another student ing practice that comes from being the mother of six young with the metal pipe because if he hadn’t, he could never return children, and a conviction that I could make a difference in the to the projects where he lived. (The other student had made a world, one child at a time, I anticipated that first day of school negative comment about this boy’s mother.) even more than the children who were assigned to my charge. I was ready for anything and everything...or so I thought. • I had been trained to work with parents for the benefit of chil- dren...but no one had mentioned how to respond when, during But my vision of public education and the reality of public edu- a conference, a parent stated in front of her child, “I don’t want cation rarely proved a match. Commitment, hard work, perse- him.... I never wanted him,” and I was looking into the eyes of verance, and dedication were all traits that I worked to embed that child. into my persona of teacher. But they were not enough! Over the next thirteen years, I continued to pursue the scholarly ap- proach to learning and teaching. Yet something was missing from my intellectual education. -

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SM . . (“A Steady, Upward Course,” BYU–Idaho De BYU–Idaho Course,” Upward Steady, (“A (Proverbs 3:5,6) (Proverbs

(Volume 4, Number 1, Spring 2004.) 1, Spring 4, Number (Volume votional, September 18, 2001) September votional, The day will come that that capacity to influence people people to influence capacity that willthat come day The the of one as singled out you good will for have you around quite in. They willnot you’re place leaders in whatever great being are you the reason that will know you but why, know but giftsas a leader innate your because of not is singled out do—learned would the Savior what done have because you did and to, how Excerpts taken from an article that first appeared in appeared first article that an taken from Excerpts & Spirit Mind educational environment. I can provide strategies and techniques techniques and strategies provide can I environment. educational cannot I but management, classroom and instruction good for unique each create together that variables myriad the anticipate environment. learning I can help instill However, within students my a testimony that their knowsFather Heavenly them name,by knowsthat He their hopes and their fears and the righteous desires of their hearts. Armed with this knowledge, our students can seek un derstanding because they will know willthat He direct their paths. After eight semesters (hopefully),our students leave the safety and security of this formative and nurturing environ ment to assume their rightly earned roles within the vast realm of education. weIf donehave our job of adequately preparing them whatfor lies ahead and they donehave their job of avail ing themselves of the learning opportunities provided, what can they—and we—expect? ElderAs Henry I was raised in a community not known itsfor morals, modesty, or tastefulness. I attended thirteen years of public school with classmates of differing races,religions, and cultures. I have worked with families and colleagues representing diverse socio- economic statuses, philosophies, backgrounds, beliefs, and lifestyles. I learnedhave that people innately are good, that they try to do the best they can with what they beenhave given, and that no one makes the right decision all of the time. I realize that I becomehave who I am in part because interactions of my with other members of mankind. it thenIs conceivable that others become who they inare part because of their interac tions with me? thine unto not lean and heart; thine all with Lord the in Trust shall he and him, acknowledge ways thy all In own understanding. paths thy direct prepare adequately to able be not will I efforts, best my of spite In they as encounter will they that challenge every for students my simula and role-play provide can I profession. chosen this enter but experiences, teaching student and practicum activities, tion student real-life every and parent real-life every provide cannot I an in occur possibly could that situation life real-life every and . - - - - - my child.” child.” my (Matthew 5:16)

teaching . Idaho is to “build testimonies of the the of testimonies “build to is Idaho – not “Thank you for for “Thank you not . — (Moroni 7:18) (Moroni

(John 13:35) (John

my child” my loving And now, my brethren, seeing that ye know the light by which ye ye which by light the know ye that seeing brethren, my now, And not do ye that see Christ, of light is the light which judge, may ye judge ye which judgment same wrongfully; that with judge for judged be also shall an impact than what we say—and that a powerful influence for for a powerful influence that say—and we what than impact an consistent. when these are good generated is apt to report that a Latter-day Saint acquaintance was observed was acquaintance Saint a Latter-day that report to apt the gospel. of the principles with inconsistent something doing of more much do has we what that students my teach I must which of their students’ families are Latter-day Saints simply by by simply Saints Latter-day are families their students’ which of about it is “What teachers, other asking them, teachers watching equally life?” they And are in my have to I want that life your There exists an indefinable attraction toward individuals whose individuals toward attraction an indefinable exists There it over seenoccur have I of Savior. the reflect example the lives identify they quickly that reporting again—teachers over and Let your light so shine before men, theybefore seesoLet that may goodlight your your shine isworks, which glorify and in Heaven Father your boy’s father, an executive officer of a major corporation in our in corporation major of a officer executive an father, boy’s “Thank said, eyes and in his tears with me at looked community, for you ber the feelings I experienced when meeting with the family of a I experienced of ber the the feelings when family with meeting who been had boy a near-drowning young handsome bright, During the this meeting disabled. severely now victim was and conditionally each of our Heavenly Father’s children. As simple simple As children. Father’s Heavenly our of each conditionally know we much how truly matter it does not sound, may it as remem always to I want care. we much how know others until one to another to one values, beliefs, our our those who share love to is easy it How un love learn to we that is critical it how desires—and our and from my experiences. What do I want them to really know? know? really to them want I do What experiences. my from love have ye if disciples, my are ye that know men all shall this By leadership, faithful colleagues, and honorable students. Believing Believing students. honorable and colleagues, faithful leadership, this at university this at be to prepared been has us of each that learn to students my want I own, our beyond purposes for time ples.” Having worked “in the world,” I do not take for granted the the granted for take not do I world,” the “in worked Having ples.” doc gospel discuss to freedom the class, in praying of privilege inspired of blessing the discipline, my of context the within trine One of our missions at BYU at missions our of One princi its living encourage and Christ Jesus of gospel restored we teach pedagogy...we teach language and management and and management and language teach pedagogy...we teach we the right have we BYU–Idaho, at are because we Yet motivation. tran model those that things and teach to the responsibility and Christ. Jesus of embody thescend gospel secular and knowledge greatest moments of satisfaction and accomplishment blended blended accomplishment and satisfaction of moments greatest To sadness. and frustration of moments their greatest with content... students our teach we this journey, them for prepare So now I am at BYU–Idaho, working with other faculty to send faculty to other with working BYU–Idaho, at am I So now their of them will some journey a bring that on new teachers

6 f a l l 2 0 0 5 s u m m i t 2 We invite you to join one of our Travel Study Programs listed below for a full educational experience. Each program will be directed and taught by a BYU–Idaho faculty member. Our intent is to study about and visit many locations pertinent to US history and the history of the LDS Church. To help augment the program, participants will be encouraged to read selected materials about the areas we will be visiting. By doing so, a richer and fuller experience will be had by those attending.

Birth of The Nation/Restoration of the Gospel June 13-26, 2006 Director: Bruce Satterfield. This program ties together the founding of the nation and the restoration of the Gospel. Sites to visit will include Plimoth Plantation, Lexington, Concord, and Old North Church. LDS sites include Sharon, Vt. (birthplace of Joseph Smith); Palmyra area, etc. Other locations include Philadelphia, Mt. Vernon, Monticello, and Williamsburg. Early LDS Church History and Historic Temples Date: TBA Directors: Dee and Emmajean Risenmay. The following sites will be visited: Sharon, Vt.; Harmony, Pa.; Palmyra area; Kirtland historic area; Amish country; Lincoln’s home and tomb; Hannibal, Mo.; dinner cruise on the Mississippi River; Nauvoo area; Winter Quarters; Adam-ondi-ahman; and . Optional sessions at Palmyra, Nauvoo, and Winter Quarters Temples. Historic Mormon America and Hill Pageant July 11-18, 2006 Director: TBA. The program will begin by flying to Omaha, Neb., and conclude in Manchester, N.H. Stops will be made at Winter Quarters; Nauvoo; ; Hannibal, Mo.; Mississippi River dinner cruise; Amish area; Niagara Falls; Hill Cumorah Pageant; plus many others. LDS Church History from Vermont to Salt Lake City July 19-August 4, 2006 Directors: Jerry and Linda Jex. This program follows nearly all significant Church History sites from Joseph Smith’s birthplace to Salt Lake City in chronological order. Includes the Hill Cumorah Pageant and a dinner cruise on the Mississippi. Historic Nauvoo and September 5-16, 2006 Directors: Dee and Emmajean Risenmay. This will be an all bus trip traveling to and Nauvoo, then following the Mormon Trail back to Salt Lake City. Other sites include: Liberty Jail, Far West, Adam-ondi-ahman, , Carthage Jail, Winter Quarters, and Martin’s Cove. Fall LDS History Mini Program September 20-27, 2006 Directors: Dee and Emmajean Risenmay. The program begins by flying to Manchester, N.H.; then making stops at Sharon, Vt.; Harmony, Pa.; Palmyra area; Niagara Falls; Kirtland area; and eating a traditional Amish dinner at a home.

For information about these programs and others please contact: Brigham Young University–Idaho Travel Study; 103 ASB, Rexburg, ID 83460-8011 Phone: (208) 496-1040 Fax: (208) 496-2140 E-mail: [email protected] [ 28 ] t i m m u s 5 0 0 2 l l a f

News of Note of News Elder Jeffrey R. Holland speaks to graduating students A combined choir sings of the life and ministry of Paul Construction expands the Eliza R. Snow Building

Elder Holland Encourages BYU–Idaho graduates scheduled November 15-19, 29-30 and December 1-3, 6-10, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve 2005. Savior of the World is a musical drama regularly Apostles encouraged BYU–Idaho graduates to “show... presented by the Church in the Conference Center The- gratitude to God for the blessings of a wonderful life, in- ater in Salt Lake City. The Priesthood Executive Council cluding a magnificent experience at BYU–Idaho.” He said, of the Church approved the presentation at BYU–Idaho “Gratitude is something that costs you nothing and means as a student activity and a service to the community. everything to those who receive it.” Students and community members will be invited to He then told graduates to have faith in the future. participate. Orchestra, vocal, and choral groups will be “Never, in any age or time or circumstance, let fear and involved. The presentation depicts the birth and resurrec- the father of fear, who is Satan himself, divert us from our tion of Jesus Christ in a non-denominational, appealing faith and faithful living.” way. Tickets are available through the BYU–Idaho Ticket He encouraged the graduates to put the kingdom of Office (1-800-717-4257 or www.byui.edu/tickets). God first in their lives, to rise above desires for power, wealth, and worldly recognition. Campus Construction Update In addition to Elder Holland, Elder W. Rolfe Kerr, Funds have been appropriated for remodeling the Eliza R. Commissioner of the Church Educational System and Snow Center for the Performing Arts and for construct- member of the First Quorum of the Seventy, and Interim ing a new president’s home. Other notable renovations President Robert M. Wilkes addressed the graduates. The include upgrades to the George S. Romney Building, the commencement exercises were held April 23. A total of John L. Clarke Family Living Center, and the Thomas E. 1,600 students earned degrees. There were 1,142 bachelor’s Ricks Gardens. Modification to the Snow Center includes degrees awarded and 478 associate degrees. three separate additions: one at the southwest corner for the Department of Theatre, one at the northeast corner BYU–Idaho Premieres The Testament of Paul for the Department of Music, and one at the southeast Brigham Young University–Idaho presented the pre- corner for practice rooms and faculty offices. A new pres- miere performance of Utah native David Zabriskie’s The idential home is being built with a view of the Rexburg Testament of Paul, His Witness of Christ to the World on Temple, now under construction. Designed by Rulon March 10 in Rexburg. Under the direction of R. Kevin Nielsen, BYU–Idaho Manager of Facility Planning and Call, the BYU–Idaho Symphony Orchestra combined Construction, the home will be single story with a base- with more than 200 voices from the Collegiate Singers ment. Construction should be completed by March 2006. and Men’s and Women’s Choirs to share Paul’s witness of The existing presidential home has been in use since Christ. At the premiere’s conclusion Zabriskie joined the Elder Bruce Hafen’s administration in the late 1970s. audience in a standing ovation for the 300 BYU–Idaho student performers. Performances of The Testament of New Academic Leaders Named Paul were also presented in Salt Lake City, Provo, and John Ivers has been named the associate dean of the Logan, Utah; and in Boise, Idaho. College of Language and Letters. In addition to teaching, Zabriskie was commissioned in 2003 by BYU–Idaho Ivers is a member of the Secondary Education Advisory to compose this scripture-based musical oratorio. In 1989 Council. In 2003 he received the Distinguished Faculty BYU–Idaho began commissioning LDS composers bien- Award. The position of Animal Science Department nially to create religious oratorios based on scripture. Chair has been accepted by Kerry Powell. Powell has taught in the Animal Science Department for four years. Savior of the World Production Comes to Idaho Prior to that he was a self-employed embryo transfer spe- Brigham Young University–Idaho has received permis- cialist for several years and worked as a staff employee at sion to present Savior of the World. Performances are the BYU agricultural station. [ 29 ] BYU–Idaho Students Participate in Temple Ground Breaking Education Week Devotional: Elder Robert C. Oaks t i m m u s 5 0 0 2 l l a f BYU–Idaho students were among the approximate 8,000 Keeping with the Education Week theme, “Stand In Holy who witnessed the ground-breaking ceremonies for the Places,” in his devotional address, Elder Robert C. Oaks Rexburg Temple held Saturday, July 30. The eight student of the Presidency of the Seventy spoke about the home, stakes at BYU–Idaho are included in the proposed 17- chapels, and temples as important places of holiness. stake temple district that spreads northward to Montana. “Walking through the door to our home should pro- Members of the combined university stake choirs and vide an immediate contrast to the rest of the…world,” El- BYU–Idaho’s Summer Chamber Choir raised their voices der Oaks said. Smiling faces, expressions of love, sincere Note of News in the hymn “Let the Mountains Shout for Joy,” directed concern, and good deeds will bring a holy atmosphere. by Kevin Brower. “At the very top of our list of holy places should be the The addresses frequently referred to students, their temples of our Lord,” Elder Oaks said. The temple is a diversity, their future influence, and the impact of having source of revelation and eternal blessings that cannot be a temple so close to campus at a time in their lives when fully appreciated in this life. Temple work is also critical many vital decisions are made. Elder Ronald J. Ham- for the progress of deceased loved ones. mond said, “Temples are the focus of an eternal family.” Over 2,000 individuals participated in Education Elder John H. Groberg presided over the services. He Week June 22-25, 2005. They enjoyed devotionals, eve- said, “Temples are a connecting point between heaven ning events, and a selection of over 300 classes on such and earth.” He promised “blessings follow obedience” topics as the gospel, family, arts, food storage, and self- and bore his witness that “there is a closer connection improvement. Education Week at BYU–Idaho is open to between heaven and earth than many of us recognize.” anyone 14 years and older. The event in 2006 is planned Students at BYU–Idaho come from more than 45 for June 28-July 1 through the Division of Continuing countries and throughout the United States. For many it Education. For more information visit www.byui.edu/ce. was their first opportunity to be present when the earth was ceremoniously broken for construction of a temple. Jeanine Mickelsen Named Exemplary Woman The two-year construction period on the 18-acre plot Jeanine Andersen Mickelsen ’58 was the recipient of the adjacent to the campus will be a constant reminder of the 2005 Brigham Young University–Idaho Exemplary Wom- need for spiritual development. Progress on the temple an Award. Sister Mickelsen is the wife of Elder Lynn A. can be viewed at www.byui.edu/webcameras. Mickelsen of the Quorum of the Seventy and an alumna of Ricks College. BYU–Idaho Interim President Robert The CIA Recruits BYU–Idaho Students Wilkes presented Mickelsen with the award March 20, This summer CIA recruiters came to BYU–Idaho campus 2005, during the Mothers’ Weekend fireside. for the first time. Over the course of two days, recruit- After accepting the award, Sister Mickelsen spoke of ers spoke to over 350 students. It was an agenda they the importance of motherhood. She challenged the audi- described to Placement Center Director Bob Maxfield ence to look unto and trust in God. “You will see yourself as their busiest schedule at any campus ever. “They were as a child of God with divine parentage, with an infinite shocked that in the summer they would have that kind of capacity to grow spiritually and to become spiritually response,” Maxfield said. The CIA has recruited at BYU more like God. You will see men and women in the world in Provo and BYU-Hawaii for several years. Maxfield over as your brothers and sisters. Look unto Him in every described their presence at BYU–Idaho as “closing the thought. Today is the day to prepare to meet Christ.” circle.” As a four-year institution, BYU–Idaho acts as a vi- able resource for future employees. Faculty Openings Continue the Transition The search for qualified faculty continues the transition at BYU–Idaho. Since 2001, over 170 new and replacement faculty positions have been filled as the baccalaureate programs have rolled out. BYU–Idaho focuses on the scholarship of learning and teaching while enhancing the “Spirit of Ricks.” President Kim B. Clark describes the fac- ulty as “teachers of skill, passion, and commitment.” For Fall 2006, faculty positions are open in academic learning (mathematics), animal science, biology (botany), business management (supply chain), chemistry, comput- er science, economics, health science, history, humanities, library (reference librarian), mathematics, music, physi- cal education, physics, political science, and teacher edu- cation (early childhood). Applications are due by Decem- Many participate in the temple groundbreaking Elder Robert C. Oaks speaks at Education Week ber 30. Details are listed at www.byui.edu/employment. [3 0 ] 1960s over 500 students of faiths other than finished her master’s degree in inter- t i m m u s 5 0 0 2 l l a f Sharlene H. Corbridge ’68 retired after LDS who attend BYU in addition to national education at George Mason 35 years with the United States Postal his responsibilities as director of Cam- University in Fairfax, Va., and will Service. She served in the Family His- pus Life Events and Services. now teach at the Jakarta International tory Mission in Salt Lake City, Utah. School in Jakarta, Indonesia. Jeffery K. Holt ’86 lives in Alaska with Dr. Richard Dutson ’68 is acting vice his wife Gaynel and their seven chil- Mike A. Uhrich ’95 was named senior president for academic affairs and was dren. They raise race dogs and com- vice president of investment sales for Alumni Portfolio Alumni a dean at Mount Union College, Al- pete in major races including the Ju- Sperry Van Ness. liance, Ohio. He previously served as nior Yukon Quest, the Junior Iditarod, chair of the Department of Political the Klondike 300, and the Iditarod. D. Ryan ’96 and Becky Hadley ’96 Science and as interim director of the Briggs relocated to Utah from Port- Center for Public Service. Barry L. Kent ’86 and his family re- land, Ore. He has accepted a position cently moved to Singapore where he is with Ensign Engineering and Land 1970s director of Asia Pacific/Japan Global Surveying, Inc., Pleasant Grove office. Michael J. Lees ’78 graduated from Accounts for Veritas Software. They have four children. Texas Chiropractic College in De- cember 1983 and fulfilled a one-year Julie Russell ’88 of Prescott, Ariz., Jason ’96 and Laura Pratt LeVitre clinical teaching residency at Palmer completed her term as the first-ever ’95 recently moved with their three Chiropractic University in 1993. woman district chairman to the Old daughters to Evanston, Wyo. Jason has Capitol District of the Boy Scouts of started a podiatry clinic, and Laura is 1980s America. The district achieved Qual- his office manager. Kirk Lewis Brown ’84 of South Jordan, ity District status. Utah, graduated from BYU with a Seth ’96 and Amber Saunders ’96 serve bachelor’s degree in graphic arts. He 1990s as Alumni Ambassadors for the BYU– worked in California at Lockhead and Jeffrey G. ’91 and Jane Tovey Hender- Idaho/Ricks College Alumni Asso- then Apple Computer. He is now em- son ’90 are staying busy raising three ciation in Columbia, Md. Seth was ployed at Visionary Products. boys and a girl. Jeffrey is working on promoted in November 2004 to vice his MBA at Fuqua School of Business president of enrollment for Laureate Neal Harris ’84 was pro- at Duke University. Education, Inc., located in Baltimore. moted to vice president of American sales for Christopher J. Kyler ’92 works as gen- Julia Paulson ’97 received her bache- Foundry Network. Neal eral counsel for the Utah Association lor’s degree in interpersonal commu- and his wife SueAnn live in Farming- of Realtors and was recently promoted nications and advertising from South- ton, Utah, with their three-year-old to chief executive officer. He is a ern Utah University and worked for a twin daughters and their one-year-old partner in the law firm of Merchant, consulting firm doing public relations. triplet sons. Kohler, and Kyler, LLP. He was named In November 2004 Julia was married as one of Utah’s “Legal Elite” by Utah in the Houston Temple. She and her Julianne Parkinson Dehlin Hatton ’84 Business magazine for the second year. husband Steve live in San Antonio, is co-host of the 96.9 KISS-FM Morn- Chris and his wife Jill live in Alpine, Texas, with their son. ing Show in Lexington, Ky. Julianne Utah, with their four children. and her husband Thomas are the par- Ryan Hamilton ’98 is ents of four children. Travis Manning ’93 of a full-time comedian Tacoma, Wash., teaches and works in comedy Candace E. Salima ’85 English at Vallivue High clubs all over the nation. has appeared on the School in Caldwell, He recently won Sierra Mist’s title of Phil Donahue Show in Idaho. He recently had an essay pub- America’s Next Great Comic. defense of the Church. lished and completed a M.F.A. in liter- Candace has been a reporter, a writer, ary non-fiction. Travis is an Alumni Wendy ’98 and Chris Randolph ’99 and a teacher. She wrote Out of the Ambassador for the BYU–Idaho/ have three daughters and a son. Chris Shadows...Into the Light. She lives with Ricks College Alumni Association. graduated from Utah Valley State her husband in Orem, Utah. College with his bachelor’s degree in Ann Collier ’94 taught accounting and has been hired for James L. Slaughter ’85 was called in for two years at an an entry level accounting position in January to be the university chaplain American school in American Fork, Utah. at BYU in Provo, Utah. He serves the Pachuca, Mexico. She 2000s 2005 Alumni Award Recipients [3 1 ] t i m m u s 5 0 0 2 l l a f Peter Leman ’00 was awarded the We are pleased to announce the 2005 Alumni Honorees. Each honoree has Jacob Javits Fellowship which will demonstrated outstanding accomplishments and/or service and continues provide him with approximately to exemplify the “Spirit of Ricks.” Detailed information can be found at $160,000 for completion of his Ph.D. www.byui.edu/alumni. at University of California, Irvine. Peter married Christi Scrivner ’98, Lonnie M Bullard ’74 Farmington, Utah and they have one child. Distinguished Alumni Award for Professional Accomplishment Portfolio Alumni Brendan Orson Cox ’00 is currently Lonnie is president and CEO of Jacobsen Construction and has working for the United States Army. worked on such projects as the LDS Conference Center and the Nauvoo Temple. Aaron W. ’01 and Danielle Nicole Edmonds ’97 live in Calif. Aaron is Heidi Glyn Barker ’95 Novelty, Ohio a nursing home administrator, and Distinguished Alumni Award Danielle is a stay-at-home mom for for Outstanding Service their two sons. Heidi was the president and founder of One Heart Bulgaria, a humanitarian service organization that helps orphanages Dallin Merrill ’02 won the Game in Bulgaria. Show Network’s “Get Schooled” re- gional competition. The prize will be David Paul Wood ’87 Butler, Pa. used toward his education at BYU. Outstanding Young Alumni Award David is the hospital director and CEO of the Butler VA Medical Teena C. Menge ’04 is currently em- Center in Butler, Pa., and also a fellow in the American College ployed as an intern in Washington, of Healthcare Executives. D.C., for Senator Gordon Smith, a republican from Oregon. Blair Buswell ’76 Alpine, Utah Eliza R. Snow Award for the Stephanie D. Butterfield ’05 is attend- Performing and Visual Arts ing Eastern Washington University’s Blair has sculpted over 40 portrait busts for the Pro Football dental hygiene program. Hall of Fame and has 31 permanent exhibits including the National Cowboy Museum, LDS Conference Center, and the United States Sports Academy.

KEEP US INFORMED Dale Mortimer ’77 Idaho Falls, Idaho Outstanding Educator Award Alumni Portfolio is a great way Dale has taught art in the Bonneville School District in Idaho Falls, Idaho, for over 25 years and has received to stay connected. You too can numerous awards for his dedication to education. share your personal updates John Porter ’32 Rexburg, Idaho Distinguished Emeritus Service Award on job changes, relocations, or John is the former mayor of Rexburg. He was the owner and publisher of the Rexburg Standard Journal and through the years promotions with fellow alumni. has been active in civic and church leadership. Submissions for consideration Kenneth Godfrey ’53 Logan, Utah Distinguished Emeritus Service Award of publication in the next edition Kenneth retired as the director of the Logan Institute of Reli- gion. He served as president of the Pennsylvania Pittsburgh of Summit Magazine may be Mission and taught at BYU’s Joseph Smith Academy in Nauvoo, Ill. He is a popular lecturer and author. submitted online at www.byui.edu/alumni. To nominate someone for an Alumni Award, go to www.byui.edu/alumni “I know that with all of us working as one, with the inspired guidance of the Board, this university will move forward on the steady, upward course the Lord has set.” –President Kim B. Clark

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