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On the left, a photo of Brigham Young Academy students standing together to form a living Y in 1908. On the right, the article title is displayed: 150 Moments That Made BYU.

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150 Moments That Made Brigham Young University

Discover the moments that made Brigham Young University in the 150 years since the school's founding as a small academy.

Summer 2025
students work on the podcast Kaboom.

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Sonic Kaboom

BYU students work alongside professionals to create the award-winning podcast Kaboom for everyone in the family.

Spring 2025
Brigham's Wagon is part of the Cougareat new food options.

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Cougar Eats

New eateries on BYU, including two new Cougareat offerings, make a major impression on BYU campus.

Spring 2025
Maren poses with her hand on her hip and a vaulting pole over her shoulder.

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Inside the Vault

Following an ankle injury and lengthy recovery, Maren Garnett stunned in the first meet of 2025.

Spring 2025
Driving Efficiency
Winter 2025
New welding advancements are improving Toyota's efficiency and reducing their carbon footprint.
Gut Check
Winter 2025
Undergraduate Jordan Moore's digestive tract research is making waves—and paving the way for the future of healthcare.
Clay Dreaming
Winter 2025
Ceramics professor Sylvia Ramachandran Skeen combines clay and machine parts to connect the tangible with the spiritual.
The QB on the Matzo Box
Winter 2025
Quarterback Jake Retzlaff led BYU to an incredible football season—and sets an example by embracing his Jewish faith.