Lia is an editing and publishing major with a minor in creative writing. She loves Wisconsin (her home state), Em dashes and highlighting the amazing faculty and students that bring Christ's light to the College of Fine Arts and Communications. Go Cougs!
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Setting Scriptures to Song: Christian Asplund’s Personal Journey
What This BYU Professor Learned from His Music About His Savior
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‘Whirligig’: New Children’s Magazine Full of Words, Wonder and Whimsy
BYU Students and Faculty Collaborate Across Colleges to Launch a Creative Outlet for Young Readers
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100 Stories for 100 Years: 2010–2015
The early 2010s spawned numerous global phenomena: Instagram and Snapchat were born, “Frozen” became a family-favorite Disney movie and the Tumblr aesthetic thrived. In 2012, the “Pitch Perfect” movie was released and a cappella music became all the rage. These years saw advancements in music, dance and design programs as well as an impressive number of awards across departments.
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100 Stories for 100 Years: 2005–2009
The early 2000s were all about big dreams, bold moves and unforgettable stories. BYU’s College of Fine Arts and Communications was right there, living its own blockbuster moment — where “High School Musical” energy meets “The Prestige” level of artistry. With world-premiere operas, museum exhibitions and student achievements, this era was nothing short of cinematic. Students, faculty and alumni were living Mariah Carrey’s “We Belong Together.”
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100 Stories for 100 Years: 1970–1984
Pull on your bell bottoms, grab your favorite tie-dyed item and hop in the time machine — we are boogying back to an era when disco ruled, hair was big and BYU’s College of Fine Arts and Communications was making some groovy advancements. From founding new dancing and management groups to traveling to new countries, these fourteen years were fundamental in the CFAC’s history. It is time to dust off your records and blast this decade’s greatest hits. They’re more than just far-out — their legacies will last forever.
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100 Stories for 100 Years: 1995–2004
This decade was truly dynamite. From 1995 to 2005, the College of Fine Arts and Communications at BYU celebrated entering a new era with Olympic performances and the production of a cult-classic family film. CFAC students, faculty and alumni left their mark on the creative world both locally and globally. This article notes just a few of the milestones that shaped the college at the turn of the century — an era of tours, awards and yes, even "Napoleon Dynamite."
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100 Stories for 100 Years: Art and Design from 2020–2025
From groundbreaking design programs to international recognition in fine arts, the past five years have marked an era of innovation, impact and inspiration at the College of Fine Arts and Communications. Whether it is a student film reaching Oscar heights, an immersive art installation honoring a beloved concert hall, or a new major shaping the future of product design, these stories show how BYU students and faculty continue to create work that resonates far beyond campus.
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Doin’ the Plan: Trusting in God’s Love and Help
Amy Jex, Associate Professor in the Department of Dance, Delivers Devotional Address on God’s Plan
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Tornado Twirls and Tin Man Turns: BYU Student Reimagines Oz at Sundance
From Athletic Scarecrows to Vogue-inspired Ozians, Dance Education Major Thomas Fekete Breathes New Life Into a Classic Tale
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