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Chinese is one of the most difficult languages to study, mainly because it uses thousands of characters. However, research shows that breaking characters into bite-sized pieces—known as radicals—may help.
The difference between telling the truth and lying seems obvious, but Salem Hansen says that in a philosophical analysis it may not be so cut and dry.
Professors Kimberly Johnson and Patrick Madden have both been awarded the 2025 Utah Artist Fellowship for their exceptional literary work.
NPR recently highlighted linguistics professor Dallin D. Oaks’s research on Utah name trends—something he believes is impacted by both politics and nature.
Maxwell Institute fellow Katharina Paxman has big plans to spend the next two years writing about what she loves: philosophy and the gospel.
Does reality TV influence . . . reality? Professor Joseph J. Darowski’s new book dives into the cultural impact of the very first reality TV show.
Can religion really help solve climate change? Professor George Handley says we need to make it part of the solution.
Two BYU professors challenge traditional philosophical and psychological beliefs that the mind and body act separately—here’s what they have to say.
While most travelers collect souvenirs, poet Leslie Norris instead sought experiences—and, according to Professor Aaron Eastley, they shaped his poetry.
Mindfulness techniques have been shown to improve mental health, but they can do much more when used in the classroom.
Missed this year’s English Symposium? Here’s a recap of a few of the panels, featuring everything from best teaching practices to women’s writing legacies.
Misconstruing the meaning of a word can have devastating results—as evidenced by what happened to Chris Rogers and his lost Fulbright Fellowship.