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Curating Human Unity

May 21, 2026 12:00 PM
When tasked with curating a new art exhibit for the Humanities Center, BYU students Allie Sena and Natalie Rasmussen looked to the Garden of Eden for inspiration.
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Creating Disciple-Scholars

May 14, 2026 09:00 AM
A new experiential learning opportunity encourages BYU philosophy students to research thoughtful questions grounded in both study and faith.
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Aporia’s Lasting Legacy

May 13, 2026 03:00 PM
Take an inside look at the widely recognized journal that BYU philosophy students have been publishing for the last three decades.
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Humanities Graduates Go Forth with Faith

May 12, 2026 03:00 PM
The 2026 College of Humanities convocation celebrated the College’s graduates as they begin a new chapter in life.
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The Doorway to Paradise

April 30, 2026 03:00 PM
Castings of the famous Gates of Paradise are on display at the MOA, and Associate Professor Elliott Wise described their story and symbolism in a recent lecture.
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The Humanity Behind Health

April 24, 2026 12:00 PM
Lilia Bowers went to Latvia to study life expectancy, but in the process, she also learned about life itself.
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Finding Meaning in the Museum

April 24, 2026 09:00 AM
Within the walls of the Springville Art Museum, interns learn lessons as timeless as the art displayed inside.
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Telling the Story Wrong

April 21, 2026 12:00 PM
Associate Professor Cindy Brewer challenged a storyteller’s right to recount history as she explored the question “Whose story is this, anyway?”
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True Awe in Art

April 20, 2026 12:00 PM
To study art is to look beyond what’s in the frame and understand the framework of the artist.
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Scholars, Students, and Ancient Scrolls

April 17, 2026 12:00 PM
Ancient scrolls have been buried in Herculaneum for thousands of years. Today, these texts are brought to life at BYU.
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Your Companion for Biblical Hebrew Study

April 16, 2026 03:00 PM
BYU professor Donald Parry designed a revolutionary tool that redefines Hebrew language study for students worldwide.
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Giving Voice to Native Stories

April 14, 2026 12:00 PM
Combining Indigenous studies with poetry readings, a HUM Grant recipient organized two extraordinary nights of community connection.
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