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A Scoop of Memories Cartoon illustration of two BYU Creamery employees behind a counter. One wears a white chef's uniform and hat and holds an ice-cream cone; the other wears a green suit and holds another cone. A BYU Creamery sign hangs behind them. A cash register and Clue-style objects, including a candlestick and rope, sit on the counter.

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A Scoop of Memories

Grads share sweet BYU Creamery stories from their student days.

Fall 2026
Cartoon illustration of a man and child posing beside a model of the BYU bell tower while two photographers take pictures, with “click click” text indicating camera flashes.

Article

Toll Tales

BYU graduates share heartfelt, humorous memories of BYU’s bell tower—from carillon concerts to love stories.

Summer 2026
Playful, hand-drawn Illustration of a laptop on a desk showing a grid of cartoon faces in a video call, arranged like a 3×3 gallery. The characters have simple, round faces with varied hair colors and skin tones; a few have small heart icons near them, suggesting friendly or affectionate reactions. On the desk beside the laptop is a white mug with a blue “Y” logo, and behind the screen is a blue BYU pennant.

Campus

Technically in Love 

Sometimes love is in the air, digitized, and shared via Wi-Fi. 

Winter 2026
Illustration of a female BYU student holding an admissions letter by the BYU entrnace sign.

Article

Getting In 

Alumni share their BYU admissions success stories.

Fall 2025
Back at BYU
Summer 2025
BYU alumni share memories of campus connections—from touching reunions to family graduations and snowy campus tours.
Library Adventures 
Spring 2025
BYU alumni stories from student days in the Harold B. Library. 
Changing Courses
Winter 2025
Alumni recall memorable class choices that made a difference.
Learning Everywhere 
Fall 2024
Traveling and serving have long been part of a BYU education.
Eternal Memories 
Summer 2024
Now being rebuilt, the Provo Temple provided a half century of memories for BYU students.
Whirling Cougars 
Spring 2024
Grads recall when they put on their dancing shoes.
Forever BYU Friends
Winter 2024
Grads who shared campus rooms, trials, and triumphs also built lasting bonds.
The Spirit at the Y
Fall 2023
BYU grads share how gospel light changed their lives.
In the Summertime 
Summer 2023
During the summer months, BYU students had some extra time to earn money, have adventures, and store up memories.
So Long, HFAC
Spring 2023
Grads share their artful experiences in a beloved BYU building.
Working Out 
Winter 2023
BYU grads recall the many ways they stayed active on campus.
Some Who Wander Are Lost
Fall 2022
When the world is your campus, it’s best to bring a map.
Sharing a Meal 
Summer 2022
Enjoy a big gulp of bean juice or an eye-watering bite of black pepper as BYU grads share tasty tales from campus meals.
Marriott Center Magic 
Spring 2022
Readers share memories made in BYU’s biggest building.
High and Low Notes
Winter 2022
Grads share their unforgettable BYU musical moments.
Popping the Question
Summer 2021
BYU grads share the creative ways and locations used to propose marriage.
Best Ward Ever
Winter 2021
Grads recall inspiring church leaders, meetings, and activities.
The Post-Mission Transition
Fall 2020
The switch from missionary to BYU student has both awkward moments and triumphs.
First Person: Partying in Provo
Summer 2020
BYU alumni recall creative student parties at the nation’s most stone-cold-sober school.
First Person: Sibling Revelries
Spring 2020
Alumni recall the funny things that happen when you experience BYU with your closest relative.