Most state workers in Utah shifting to 4-day week Jul 1, 2008
Rex Facer, an assistant professor at Brigham Young University whose research team is studying the four-day work week concept, estimates that about one-sixth of U.S. cities with populations above 25,000 offer employees a four-day work week. His projection is based on the team's continuing survey of 150 city human resource directors. (USA Today)
Michelle Obama Woos Gays Jul 1, 2008
Obama's position paper was likely referencing the federal definition provision that would extend Social Security and other government benefits to same-sex couples, said Lynn Wardle, a law professor at Brigham Young University. Nonetheless, this could effectively nationalize same-sex marriage, Wardle said. (Newsmax)
USU planning new degree, company Jun 30, 2008
Brigham Young University offers the only similar program, and as a result, students are eager for USU s proposed degree, Lambert said. The University of Utah, Weber State University and several government agencies also support USU s creation of the master s emphasis. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Mormons argue over same-sex marriage stance Jun 30, 2008
"There is that culture of obedience that once the proclamation has been raised, that's it," said Jeffrey Nielsen, a professor of philosophy who was ousted from the church-owned Brigham Young University in 2006 after criticizing the church's position on gay marriage. At the same time, Mormonism preaches that God blesses each person with the agency to make his or her own decisions, and some may not surrender that freedom so easily, Nielsen said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
BYU professor lectures about ‘indigo kids’ Jun 29, 2008
Published: Sunday, June 29, 2008 2:45 AM CDT Kids these days are fundamentally different than ever before, and parents, families and schools need to change to accommodate those differences, according to an education professor from Brigham Young University. Rebecca Rocque, a BYU Ph. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Business briefs Jun 29, 2008
April is a graduate of Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science majoring in sociology with a minor in Communications. She has experience in customer service as well as public relations and marketing. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Playing softball in paradise suits Avery girl fine Jun 28, 2008
The 2005 Bret Harte High graduate recently completed her third season of college softball and her first at Brigham Young University Hawaii. Located in Laie, Hawaii, on the north shore of the island of Oahu, BYU-Hawaii is an NCAA Division II school with an enrollment of about 2,400 students representing 70 different countries. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Jeff Tingey Named Interim Athletic Director Jun 28, 2008
In 2006-07, Tingey spent a year at Brigham Young University, where he handled the marketing profile for football, coordinating game-day presentation, scripts, and pre- and post-game activities for the football team ... "In checking his references, both at Weber State and Brigham Young University, we found that both places would love to him back. We're glad that he is here." McNabb added, "Our need in an athletic director is someone who can raise money. I think Jeff has the personality that will... (Isubengals.com)
Utah to test 4-day workweek Jun 27, 2008
A recent Brigham Young University study found higher job satisfaction and productivity among public employees in Spanish Fork, Utah, where a four-day work week has been offered since 2004. Elsewhere, Oklahoma lawmakers, concerned about gas prices, have encouraged state agencies to adopt the four-day week, while West Virginia lawmakers have requested a study for state, city and county employees, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Cannon says lack of unity besets US, Utah GOP Jun 26, 2008
"The people who voted wouldn't have filled Edwards Stadium" the football stadium at Brigham Young University said Cannon. He added that now that he is free from elective politics he will be talking more candidly about what is going on in Utah and America. (Deseret News)
Shining Stars Jun 25, 2008
Bigler is a professor at Brigham Young University, an adjunct professor of psychiatry at the University of Utah's School of Medicine and a faculty member of the Utah Brain Institute. Shining Stars appears several times a week in the Star-Bulletin. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Utah Rep. Cannon ousted Jun 25, 2008
Cannon was defeated by first-time candidate Jason Chaffetz, a former Brigham Young University football player who served as chief of staff for popular Republican Gov. Jon Huntsman. The lobbying group American Conservative Union said Cannon was nearly perfect on its issues in 2007, scoring 96 percent. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Bowl win caps Bulldogs' prep careers Jun 24, 2008
Crook now heads for Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, while Foss and Murphy will join the Western Oregon program later this summer. In all, there were at least eight players Saturday who will be at Western, including seven on the South squad. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
County GOP chairman resigning Jun 24, 2008
Butterfield said the reason is to pursue a master s degree in business administration from Brigham Young University s Marriott School, which he plans to complete in two years. It s actually something I ve wanted to do for more than 10 years, but the timing. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Mormons weigh in on gay marriage Jun 24, 2008
It will be the first meeting between any arm of the church and Affirmation, which was formed in secret in the 1970s by students at the church-owned Brigham Young University in Provo. We're not going to let this stand in the way, Affirmation spokesman David Melson said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Will 'Change' Trump 'Experience' in Utah GOP Primary? Jun 23, 2008
Chaffetz, owner of a corporate communications firm, has some name familiarity as a former football placekicker at Utah's Brigham Young University ... Utah's Brigham Young University. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
School's in when it's out Jun 22, 2008
Some kids were directed to take online courses either through the district or various Web sites that offer high school classes, like Brigham Young University or the University of Nebraska. Others were told they would just have to wait until the next school year. (Anchorage Daily News)
College Athletic Business Management Association Announces 2008 Award Winners Jun 20, 2008
Andy Platt, Director of Event Management at Virginia, was named the Association s Rookie of the Year; Kevin Cleary, Editor and General Manager of Collegiate Directories, Inc. was honored with an Associate Member Service Award; Mike King, retired associate AD/finance, Brigham Young University received the George Eldridge Distinguished Service Award; and Clayton Hamilton, Associate AD, Business, University of Colorado and Russ Sharp, Associate AD/Finance Administration, West Virginia University,... (Nacda.com)
Deseret First Duel Rivalry Cup Set for July 3 Jun 20, 2008
The event, presented by Ken Garff, pits University of Utah fans, coaches and alumni against their Brigham Young University counterparts. The designated team captains are Bruce Summerhays (Utah) and Billy Casper (BYU). (Utahutes.com)
One last time as Bulldogs Jun 20, 2008
While Foss and Murphy are headed to Western Oregon in Monmouth on scholarship, Crook will head to Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he will be a preferred walk-on. Crook was told by BYU coaches during the recruiting period that they liked him and wanted him to join them. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Detmer continues with league support Jun 20, 2008
Detmer and Corley went to Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, in the late 1980s. The Heisman Trophy Trust sent along a check worth 1,500 to the league in Detmer's name. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Colleges Battle It Out in Mars Rover Competition [Slide Show] Jun 19, 2008
Colleges Battle It Out in Mars Rover Competition [Slide Show. Annual contest held by Mars Society highlights robotic innovation and makes for some snazzy-looking rovers. (Scientific American)
Brain expert sees progress Jun 18, 2008
Bigler is a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Brigham Young University, adjunct professor of psychiatry at the University of Utah School of Medicine and faculty member of the Utah Brain Institute. He is an author and researcher who is sharing his expertise with Hawaii psychologists and physicians as the Morita Distinguished Fellow for 2008 at the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Oil refiner Tesoro promotes trio of executives Jun 18, 2008
Prior to joining Tesoro in 2002, Spendlove served as vice president of corporate planning and investor relations for He holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Brigham Young University and a master's degree in business administration from California State University-Fresno. San Antonio-based Tesoro (NYSE: TSO) is an independent refiner and marketer of petroleum products. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Brown on track to enroll June 25 Jun 17, 2008
Brown said he will finish online courses he has been taking through Brigham Young University this week in hopes of becoming eligible to play in the Golden Eagles' opener on Aug. 30 against Louisiana-Lafayette. "I had to do a lot of extra work and time-consuming stuff," Brown said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Plastics Containing ‘Smart Elements’ Can Reliably Detect Mercury In Drinking Water, Study Suggests Jun 16, 2008
30, 2001) A team of Brigham Young University researchers has created molecules that glow in the presence of certain metal pollutants, paving the way for an early warning system that can alert regulators to the. (Sep. (Science Daily)
Cleveland wants to set a higher standard Jun 14, 2008
" Cleveland said he also believes in professional maintenance of case files, particularly with regard to probationers, and diligent awareness of case histories so that both law enforcement officers and prosecuting attorneys have up-to-date information. Instead of keeping the district attorney's office for the five-county judicial circuit consolidated in Bainbridge, Cleveland said he would like to re-open branch offices in Grady and Mitchell counties, with an assistant DA available, even on a... (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Farmer Mac Directors Elected at Annual Meeting of Stockholders Jun 12, 2008
A brief description of the current position held by each of the three new directors is set forth below: James R. Engebretsen is the MBA Director and the Assistant Dean of Corporate Relations and Career Services at the Marriott School of Management at Brigham Young University. He oversees the Marriott School's placement function and relationships with corporations across the United States in addition to his director role in the MBA program. (PR Newswire)
Sky clears for grads Jun 12, 2008
Marina Ramsay of Sudbury said, I m going to Brigham Young University and then -- life. Andrew Vargo of Sudbury, who will study sports medicine at University of New Hampshire, said L-S was the best experience ever. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Smith takes page out of UO's book Jun 12, 2008
Smith, a Republican senator from eastern Oregon with degrees from out-of-state Brigham Young University and Southwestern University School of Law, is running against Oregon House Speaker Jeff Merkley, a Democrat from Portland. Smith appeals mainly to voters in rural areas -- where Oregon State gets many of its students -- while Merkley, like UO, pulls largely from the Willamette Valley, said Bill Lunch, an OSU political science professor and political analyst for OPB.. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Husky Football Earns Broad Television Exposure Jun 11, 2008
The Huskies' home opener on Sept. 6 against Brigham Young University will begin at 12 Noon and will also be televised by FSN, while the Sept. 13 home game against the University of Oklahoma will kick at 4:45 p.m. and will feature a national telecast via ESPN.. The Stanford game is expected to be televised by FSN Northwest, Washington's local television partner, since there will be no selections by FSN or Versus that day through the league agreement. (Gohuskies.com)
DIRECTV Launching MountainWest Sports Network Aug. 27 Jun 11, 2008
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Armstrong Names John Breuninger VP Business Development Jun 10, 2008
He has a bachelor of science degree in Chemical Engineering from Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah. Armstrong World Industries, Inc. is a global leader in the design and manufacture of floors, ceilings and cabinets. (PR Newswire)
Clovis High senior takes honor Jun 8, 2008
Sarah plans to go to a local community college with hopes of pursuing a degree in food science and nutrition at Brigham Young University in Utah. Mazzei said he plans to have perfect attendance at his grocery job at the Save Mart store in Clovis. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Standring, Flint to wed Jun 8, 2008
The couple met at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where both have been attending college ... Standring is a 2003 graduate of Del Norte High School and is now a senior in business management at Brigham Young University's Marriott School of Business. (Daily Triplicate)
Honors and plans of Corvallis High grads Jun 8, 2008
Stephanie Ann Carlson: Brigham Young University, Undecided; BYU Heritage Scholarship, Fine Arts Student of the Month, Corvallis Clinic James A. Riley Health Scholarship, OSAA Activity Scholar, National Honor Society ... Joshua Reed Glasmann: Brigham Young University at Idaho, undecided; OSAA Activity Scholar, National Honor Society ... Stephen John Gullerud: Brigham Young University/Idaho; BYU full scholarship, Ore/Wash BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship, Loren J. y W. Smith Scholarship,... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Valedictorians and salutatorians at Corvallis High School Jun 8, 2008
Plans: Attend Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, serve in a mission for the LDS Church, continue to write and perform music. Maya Heck. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
L-S graduates reminisce on past, dream of future Jun 7, 2008
Marina Ramsay of Sudbury said, "I'm going to Brigham Young University and then - life.". Andrew Vargo of Sudbury, who will study sports medicine at University of New Hampshire, said L-S was "the best experience ever. "The teachers can teach you anything you want to learn," he said. Alex Muri of Sudbury plans to study at Berklee College of Music in Boston to become a teacher. And if there's an opening, he said he would return to Lincoln-Sudbury. Comments Thank you for the abuse report. We will... (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Lebanon to bid farewell to seniors Jun 6, 2008
He plans to earn a degree in biochemistry from Brigham Young University, then come back to Oregon to train to be a cardiac surgeon at Oregon Health and Sciences University. He played tennis and golf and wrestled, and was in the National Honor Society. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
CVHS musicians to give last student concert Jun 6, 2008
It takes a lot of time and hard work, said Egan, who plans to major in music education at Brigham Young University. But it s really rewarding too, he continued. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Crescent Valley honors Jun 6, 2008
Ben Babbel: Certificate of Initial Mastery, CV Scholar, National Honor Society, OSAA Farmers Insurance Group Activity Scholar and Scholar Athlete Awards, Senior Class President, Mr. CV Participant, Varsity Cross Country, 2007 Cross Country 4th in State, Varsity Tennis, will attend Brigham Young University Provo ... Nathan Egan: Certificate of Initial Mastery, CV Scholar, National Honor Society, OSAA Farmers Insurance Group Activity Scholar and Scholar Athlete Awards, CVHS Concert Choir 3rd... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
John W. Keys, III Jun 5, 2008
He earned a Bachelor s Degree in Civil Engineering from Georgia Tech in 1964 and a Master s Degree from Brigham Young University in 1971. He began work for the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation in 1964, a career that eventually spanned 39 years. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
28 vie for positions with county Jun 5, 2008
He attended University of Arizona, Brigham Young University and San Diego State University. His emphasis was on English and criminal justice. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
More of this story Jun 4, 2008
Although Swain received interest from Mainland schools to participate in their track and field programs, Swain will attend Brigham Young University at Hawaii and play soccer ... College committed to: Brigham Young University Hawaii. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
OHS grad receives national FFA award Jun 3, 2008
FFA, which is extracurricular, also gave Roberts about 15 agricultural credits to carry on to his years at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he plans to study mechanical engineering. It s the broadest engineering field, he said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Women get AARP grants for education Jun 1, 2008
She attended Windward Community College, Brigham Young University and Maui Community College. She earned an associate degree and needs six more classes for a bachelor's. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
A modern history Jun 1, 2008
Sources: Brigham Young University online timeline of Mormon history; Arizona Republic archives; Salt Lake Tribune chronology; "The Constitutionality of Polygamy Prohibitions" by Joseph Bozzuti. Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
West to send off 312 seniors May 31, 2008
David Frome, son of Keith and Wendy Frome, will attend Brigham Young University for a semester, then serve a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ... Kendra Patton, the daughter of Jaimy Patton and Sarah Castleton, also plans to attend Brigham Young University. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Friendly Journeys offers new way to see Cache Valley May 31, 2008
Warner and Fulford said they met last August during Education Week at Brigham Young University and decided to combine their talents to create something new and different. Fulford brought her experience from work in television and radio to create the element of entertainment for the tours. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Doing what makes her happy earns Megan Spencer valedictorian spot May 31, 2008
Spencer is graduating at the top of her class and will be attending Brigham Young University in Utah ... Spencer will start next year at Brigham Young University, where she'll study either environmental science or nutrition. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Lodi High top graduates May 31, 2008
Goals for the next 10 years: Attending (Brigham Young University), Provo in the fall (major undecided) ... College or job plans: Attend (Brigham Young University) and work part time. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Roese joins NUs staff May 30, 2008
com - Roese joins Sadlers staff as assistant coach. Football Recruit Search. (Nebraska Sports -- Rivals.com)
Athletics Director May 30, 2008
Community College and Brigham Young University, earning a bachelor's degree in physical education from BYU in 1968. He completed his fifth-year education requirement for teaching certification at Central Washington in 1972. (Arizonaathletics.com)
Galt High's top graduates May 30, 2008
College or job plans: I have applied and been accepted at Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah. I will be majoring in nursing. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
The Carey music woman May 29, 2008
Murdock went on to major in music education at Brigham Young University, eventually returning to play at countless weddings and funerals in her hometown. She taught first grade for 14 years and second for five. (Wood River Journal, ID)
Nelson leaving USU for BYU May 28, 2008
112 wrote on May 27, 2008 10:27 PM:" Not one person on this thread has even considered the possibility that Riley's decision has NOTHING to do with football. Would you rather your diploma had Utah State University or Brigham Young University written at the top of it? Thats what I thought. As someone that has a degree from USU and for the most part can't stand anything about BYU, I would trade in a second. BYU degrees tend to earn a little more dough over the course of a career. Just something to... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
High Court Unlikely to Settle 'Gay Marriage' Issue, Experts Say May 28, 2008
Brigham Young University law professor Lynn Wardle told Cybercast News Service that the homosexual marriage issue is unlikely to go directly before the nine justices of the High Court. "The Supreme Court of the United States does not have the authority to reverse or review an interpretation of the California constitution - that is not the business of the U.S. Supreme Court," Wardle said. (CNSnews.com)
Scientists Break Into HIV 'Hideout' May 28, 2008
(SOURCE: Brigham Young University, news release, May 2008) ... These follicular dendritic cells (FDCs) are located throughout the body in specialized sites known as lymphoid tissues, said researchers at Brigham Young University and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. (Health-Finder)
Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers to Simultaneously Publish Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton Picture Book Biographies in September 2008 May 28, 2008
Illustrator AMY JUNE BATES graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in illustration. She has illustrated several picture books including Speak To Me: And I Will Listen Between the Lines by Karen English and Pumpkin Cat by Ann Turner. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
REGION: Judge candidates point to experience May 27, 2008
Cooper received his undergraduate and law degrees from Brigham Young University and a master's degree from the University of Southern California. He said he has the right temperament to be a good judge, describing himself as "firm but fair.". (North County Times)
Trial looms 4 years after Wilberger's disappearance May 25, 2008
Wilberger had just completed her freshman year at Brigham Young University after graduating in 2003 from Elmira High School and was very much the American dream -- young, cheerful, smart, attractive with a loving family. Courtney emerges as the American nightmare from the twisted details of a troubled adolescence contained in the court documents filed in his case. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Wilberger disappearance: Four years later - Idyllic life turns to family’s nightmare May 24, 2008
Wilberger had just completed her freshman year at Brigham Young University after graduating in 2003 from Elmira High School. She was young, cheerful, smart, attractive with a loving family. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Courtney trial set for 2010 May 24, 2008
A Brigham Young University student from Veneta, Wilberger was in Corvallis for her summer vacation. She was helping her sister and brother-in-law clean up the apartment complex they managed near the Oregon State University campus. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Bengals Get Extra Practice in BYU Meet May 24, 2008
Provo, UT--The Idaho State track and field team traveled to Brigham Young University to compete at the High Performance Sprint and Power T at the Clarence Robison Track. In the Pole Vault Gold High Performance Women's event competed with Olympic gold medalist and Bengal alumni Staci Dragila. (Isubengals.com)
Brazilian beetles tip the computing scales May 24, 2008
Now a Brigham Young University undergrad, she then asked BYU biologist (they're two of the authors of ) to put. L. augustus. (USA Today -- Tech)
