BYU Alumni

Then: a rugged trailhead for the legendary Timpanogos Hike, powered by mountain air and a vision for family connection. 🏔️

Now: over 50 seasons later, BYU Aspen Grove welcomes more than 20,000 guests each year with cabins, campfires, traditions, and generations of memories tucked beneath the pines. From a three-man crew and a dinner bell from a steam engine to one of BYU’s favorite summer escapes, Aspen Grove has always been a place where families gather and stories grow. 🌲✨

A Christ-centered community starts with each of us✨💙

"As a community centered on Christ, we are all responsible to improve how we love, include, and help heal each other.
I hope you will ask yourself: What am I doing, right now, to build a community of Christ at BYU?" - Elysa M. Dishman

Cougs You Should Know: Dr. Derwin L. Gray BS ’96

From the NFL field to the pulpit, Dr. Derwin L. Gray’s journey is rooted in faith, leadership, and transforming lives through Christ. 🏈✨

🔥Co-founded and serves as Lead Pastor of Transformation Church
🔥Built a multiethnic, multi-generational church community focused on healing, faith, and service
🔥Played football at Brigham Young University where he met his wife, Vicki
🔥Competed professionally in the National Football League for six seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers
🔥Earned both a Master of Divinity and Doctorate of Ministry
🔥Became an award-winning author and speaker
🔥Received the John M. Perkins Justice Award for visionary leadership and commitment to biblical justice
🔥Dedicated his ministry to helping people know Jesus, restore identities, and transform communities through Christ’s love


Photo credit: Derwin L. Gray

From Humble beginnings to global impact 🤙💙

The new Shelley Visitors Center brings BYU's story to life through historic artifacts, a massive campus diorama, and a community-style theater designed for messages of faith and inspiration. From the "Becoming BYU" timeline wall to a 367-acre scaled campus model, every detail invites visitors to step into the university's past, present, and future.

Go take a look . . . Cougar history just got a new home✨

Throwback to when the beauties of summer campus couldn't even keep Hollywood and Broadway stars away 🎥🍿

In 1977, BYU campus had the pleasure of hosting visits from legends Vinie Burrows, Jack Lemmon, and Walter Matthau.

A day of remembrance for those who served and sacrificed for something greater. Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day🗽🇺🇸

Congratulations 2026 University Award Honorees!

We are excited to celebrate Dr. Derwin Gray (BS ’96), Bruce C. Hafen (BA ’66), Elizabeth Ann Takasaki (BA ’75, BA ’79), Dave and Rachel Weidman (BS ’78, BA ’77), and Jorge Cocco Santángelo. For more information on our honorees, check out the link in our bio!

The 9,388-acre BYU Skaggs Research Ranch near Malta, Idaho was established in 1980 for agricultural research. It became part of BYU’s Agricultural Station in 1981 and was transferred, along with the station and other agricultural units, to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2002.

Compared to when the Skaggs Research Ranch was first established, when research relied more heavily on hands on observation and traditional methods, BYU plant and wildlife science students use technology that allows for faster data collection, deeper analysis, and more innovative approaches to solving agricultural and environmental challenges.

We are so grateful for the opportunity we had to hear from President Lindsay from Taylor University and President Reese today. We thank them for their discussions on the importance of faith-based learning 📖✨

"Your ministry has blessed my family's life. You never know the small contributions you will make that will bless a stranger. My admonition to all of us is to bring grace and truth to a world in need." - President Lindsay

Cougs You Should Know: Brett Jewkes (BA '94)

From BYU to leading brand strategy for some of the most recognizable names in sports and entertainment, Brett Jewkes has built an incredible career defined by leadership, innovation, and impact. 🏈✨

• EVP & Chief Brand/Communications Officer, Blank Family of Businesses
• Leads strategy for Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United FC, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium
• Former Chief Communications Officer, NASCAR
• Led NASCAR to PRWeek 2014 In-House Team of the Year
• Former Managing Partner, Taylor Global, Inc.
• Brigham Young University PR graduate
• Board member and community mentor


Photo Credit: Atlanta Falcons