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Serving with Empathy: Ella Paligo and Rozlyn NeVille Sun; 2026 Truman Scholar Finalists

By Malia Jensen
September 03, 2026 10:17 AM
For Ella Paligo and Rozlyn NeVille Sun, leadership was shaped not only through achievement, but also through moments of challenge and faith that taught them to care for others more deeply. Their experiences led them to be named finalists for the 2026 Truman Scholarship, one of the nation’s top honors for students pursuing careers in public service. While their paths looked different, both women found experiences of uncertainty and service that shaped the way they lead and serve others.
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We Drink from Wells We Did Not Dig: Adam Johnson, 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholar

By Malia Jensen
July 07, 2026 03:21 PM
“The story I'd love to tell is this isn't a celebrate Adam moment. Instead, this is a look at what a great community can do to help a person succeed,” said Adam Johnson, 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholar.
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Making Opportunities Possible

By Malia Jensen
June 02, 2026 02:12 PM
For Brigham Young University senior Estelle Robbins, a combination of her drive to succeed, leadership experience, and desire to explore the world has motivated her to take advantage of every opportunity possible during her undergraduate experience, including applying for the Schwarzman Scholarship. In October 2025, Robbins was named a finalist for the award.
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Academic Excellence

Outstanding University Honors Graduates 2026

Meet Claire Brimhall, Henry Tullis,
and Ben Tischner
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Five BYU Students Selected as Fulbright Semi-Finalists

By Malia Jensen
April 03, 2026 02:02 PM
All over the United States, students apply for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, focused on opportunities to pursue graduate study, conduct research, or teach English abroad. Students have the chance to participate in all academic disciplines with over 140 countries in partnership. Out of thousands of applicants, five Brigham Young University students and alumni have been selected as the 2026-2027 semi-finalists.
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Academic Excellence

Announcing the Winter '26 Honors Scholars

Meet the Honors Scholarship Recipients
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Community of Disciple Scholars

Coming Full Circle: A Joyful Journey of Belonging

Honors Gala 2026
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Shaping the Future: Andrew Bonney, 2025 Fulbright Scholar

By Malia Jensen
February 13, 2026 12:37 PM
Andrew Bonney has always been fascinated with Armenia and Turkey politics. After serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Armenia, Bonney fell in love with the country's politics, language, and culture. He graduated from BYU in 2023 studying middle eastern studies in Arabic, through the Kennedy Center, with a minor in economics. Bonney worked at the Carnegie Endowment for two years and currently resides in Washington D.C. with his wife and one-year-old son.
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BYU prof whose research touches lives across Pacific, honored as Big 12 Conference Faculty of the Year

Biology professor Rick Gill is the second BYU faculty to receive the honor. BYU biology professor Rick Gill bleeds blue. He’s the very definition of “all in.” In fact, you could say his heart and soul are forever connected to BYU and Cougar athletics.


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