Annie is an Editing and Publishing major with minors in history, communications, and political science. Her journey is driven by leadership, a deep passion for academia and journalism, and a desire to help others foster a deeper understanding of art, politics, and our general cultural landscape. Above all, she loves an interesting story and some good food!
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100 Stories For 100 Years: 1925–1969
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Annie Walker
August 20, 2025 03:54 PM
Between 1925 and 1969, the foundation for the College of Fine Arts and Communications at Brigham Young University was firmly established. These formative decades saw more than just the creation of departments or the construction of buildings — they represented a deliberate and determined effort to make the arts and communications central to the university’s mission. In fact, any of BYU’s esteemed performance groups were established during this time period.
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100 Stories for 100 Years: Music and Dance from 2020–2025
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Annie Walker
August 20, 2025 03:53 PM
Between 2020 and 2025, BYU’s stages, studios and concert halls pulsed with creativity, resilience and innovation. From cross-training ballerinas and international punk tours to once-in-a-lifetime collaborations with legends like Itzhak Perlman, these years showcased the depth and diversity of music and dance at BYU. Students trained through setbacks, performed across continents and honored legacy while creating new traditions of their own.
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Young Ambassadors Host Youth at YASE — An Unforgettable Experience for All Involved
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Annie Walker
August 05, 2025 11:29 AM
Hear From Campers, Counselors and Young Ambassador Director Nathan Balser about Their Spectacular Experiences This July
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Third Graders Illustrate Hawaiian Legends with Help from BYU Art Students
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Annie Walker
July 31, 2025 04:58 PM
BYU Students Partnered with Kamehameha Schools for Cultural Art Project
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What We Walk Past: Madeline Rupard’s Portraits of Faith
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Annie Walker
July 30, 2025 02:09 PM
BYU Professor Madeline Rupard’s Latest Painting Examines the Everyday Spaces Where Latter-day Saints Worship
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Saints, Evangelists and Prodigals: Why The Chosen Is So Popular
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Annie Walker
July 30, 2025 01:30 PM
BYU Communications Research Reveals How a Hit Series Shapes Faith and Identity
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BYU Graduate Lily Shimbashi Was Born to Love Sports — and Wants Other Women to Feel The Same
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Annie Walker
July 18, 2025 04:23 PM
From BYU Student to Startup Founder, She’s Changing How Women Engage With Sports
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National Acclaim for Dennis Wright’s Theatrical Costuming
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Annie Walker
June 26, 2025 12:53 PM
BYU Theater Faculty Member Recognized with the Costume Design Award from the Costume Society of America
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Design Student Utilizes Classical Music and Synesthesia to Design a Supercar
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Annie Walker
June 17, 2025 12:40 PM
Jeremy Rhees, a Student in the Department of Design, Designed a Supercar Inspired by Synesthesia (Visualizing Sound) for His Capstone Project.
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