BYU Alumni

Do you recognize the coach in this photo? Called the founding father of BYU Track and Field, Clarence Robison competed in the 5000-meter run in the 1948 London Olympic Games. He then went on coach BYU athletes to 27 National Championships and 172 Conference Championships.

“If you invite the Spirit into all your life’s endeavors and seek to follow the promptings of the Holy Ghost, you will be right where you need to be, right when you need to be, with just the right preparation and knowledge to radiate the light of Christ.”
– Tonya H. Fischio

Cougs You Should Know: Bruno R. Barreto (BS '12)

While the weather in Utah certainly was a big adjustment for Bruno, who is from Bahia, Brazil, he is grateful for the valuable lessons and opportunities he was given after attending both Ensign College and BYU. Today, Bruno directs the Latin America division of Google Cloud. Recognizing many do not have the same opportunities as he did, Barreto and some friends started Instituto Joule: a mentoring platform originally for Brazilian youth and young professionals to gain advice and direction for their chosen career paths. Instituto Joule has now grown more than he could have imagined, and helps empower youth to find success.

Who has been a major mentor in your life?

Learn more about Bruno and Instituto Joule through the link: https://alumni.byu.edu/cougs-you-should-know/part-of-the-solution

Enjoy summertime with some special sips from alumni Jade and Mitchell Jones. Try either their homemade horchata or Agua de Jamaica (hibiscus herbal tea) to elevate your summer!

What is your go-to summer beverage?

Find the recipe through the link: https://magazine.byu.edu/article/sweet-summer-sips/

“Failure, reorienting repentance, and setting out again is part of the perfecting process. If we don’t sense a need of course correction, it likely means we aren’t voyaging at the edges of ability, experience, or current knowledge.” – Richard A. Gill

It's Rep the Y Friday! Here are some of our smaller Cougs reppin' to perfection!

Send us a photo of you in your BYU gear for a chance to be featured.

Happy Fourth of July from BYU Alumni! ❤️🤍💙

“Let’s trust in the process. Let’s accept the struggle even when it is harder than we expected. How we react to that struggle determines how much we will learn and grow. Small consistent choices and actions over a lifetime are what makes you who you will become.” –Ellen S. Knell

Cougs You Should Know: Isaiah G. Shields (BS '19)

Of course, the natural next step after walking across the length of the Unites States is to walk across Europe—at least it is for Isaiah. He's has walked for over 600 days, recording his adventures on social media and learning valuable life lessons along the way. The kindness and generosity of strangers has helped Isaiah build his faith in humanity.

Learn more about Isaiah's journey through the link: https://magazine.byu.edu/article/miles-of-inspiration/

"You are surrounded by people who need YOU. They need your unique talents and abilities. They need the hope only you can give. When you feel overwhelmed, look to God and those around you who might need your help. God will help you find ways you can contribute and do good."
— Kimberly Jenkins

Summer is in full swing! We love seeing our alumni showing off their summer BYU swag.
Comment or send us a picture of you reppin' the y!
What is one of your favorite summertime activities?

Happy first day of Summer!☀️ Here is a great photo of some lucky kids enjoying a summer picnic in the parking lot with Cosmo.

Can you guess the year this photo was taken? This may be our hardest one yet!

“I express gratitude for fathers everywhere who set righteous examples. A father’s love, persistence, and dedication leave a lasting impression on all of us. May we continue to look to our Heavenly Father as the prime example for all we do.”
— Ronald A. Rasband

🎶Strawberry pie forever🎶

Enjoy this perfectly sweet summer treat from BYU alums Nicole Williams Winegardner and Andrea Nelson Harrison. Find more amazing recipes on their blog, Simply Scrumptious Eats.

Find the recipe through the link: https://magazine.byu.edu/article/easy-strawberry-pie-recipe/

“Embracing the role of joyful repentance and constant realignment to the path will help us run with patience the race that is set before us.” – Brad P. Owens

⚽️BYU night with the Utah Royals!⚽️
Get tickets for $10 through the link: https://seatgeek.com/utah-royals-fc-tickets/national_womens_soccer/2024-06-29-8-pm/6373444?sgo_ac=BYU_URFC

It's time to Rep the Y: international style!

We love seeing you bring the spirit of the 'Y' with you across the globe. Todays photos come from Egypt and Romania!

Submit a photo of you in some BYU gear to be spotlighted here!

Did you know that the bell tower was a centennial gift donated by students, faculty, and alumni? Marking BYU's first century, it stands tall today, diligently echoing "Come, Come Ye Saints" across campus. The first photo shows the placing of some of the bells in the tower.

Do you have a fun memory of the Bell Tower?

“Whatever storms we face, if we shift our perspective to take hold of Christ, He will help us to weather those storms and we can go forward in confidence, fearing not.” – Alice Ann Crandall

Cougs You Should Know: President C. Shane Reese

We know, you've probably (definitely) heard of President Reese, but do want to get to know him better? Here are some quick fun facts. You can learn more through the link: https://magazine.byu.edu/article/outlier/

1.) In his first week as a student at BYU, President Reese was mentored by President Worthen to push through despite the discouragement he faced.
2.) President Reese met his wife Wendy on a trip to see the Manti Pageant.
3.) He sometimes gives his children advice in the form of pop-song lyrics.
4.) He was completely shocked when he was chosen to be the next president of BYU.

What is one of your favorite President Reese moments?

Calling all alumni to share some of their favorite memories from BYU!
Do you have a once-in-a-lifetime moment, funny story, or fantastic tradition you would like to share with other alumni? Message us your experience and a photo and you will have the chance to be featured on the BYU Alumni social media accounts!

We can't wait to hear from you!

Photo: 9.13.1975-President Wilkinson and students help whitewash the Y. Participants formed an assembly line all the way up the Y trail to get the paint to the top!

Audrey White Day (BFA '22) found her love for art at a young age—4, to be exact. She loves telling stories through her wonderful illustrations. Audrey strives to represent the beauty of the world around her in her artwork. She recently graduated with a master's degree from the UK's Cambridge School of Art.

📖 What is one of your favorite children's books? 📖

Read more about Audrey through the link: https://magazine.byu.edu/article/audrey-white-day-art/



(Art courtesy of Audrey White Day)

We love our feathery friends on campus! They roam around and make us smile.
What was your favorite animal to see around campus? 🦆🐌🦌🐦‍⬛

💙Happy Memorial Day!💙
We are grateful for the amazing members of the U.S. Armed Forces who help keep us safe. Thank you for your sacrifice.

It's Rep the Y Friday! Thank you for your awesome photo submissions, keep them coming. Message us or drop your photo in the comments below.

Campus has sure changed a lot over the years! Enjoy these photos, the first from 1981 and the second taken recently! What big change did you see during your time at BYU?

Cougs You should Know: Tiffany Niland Larson (BA '02)

Larson has filled her life with service, especially as CEO for Days for Girls. Days for Girls is a nonprofit that helps women and girls end stigmas and limitations tied to menstruation by providing hygiene kits and education. Despite the extensive demands she faces in running an international organization, Larson always remembers to focus on the women she is helping. She is incredibly grateful for the lessons she has learned with the organization--especially that she can make a difference!

Read more about Tiffany through the link: https://magazine.byu.edu/article/reclaiming-days-for-girls/

Is there a Coug we should know? Comment or messages us your recommendations.

Who doesn't love a good chocolate chip cookie? Maria Dixon Lichty (BS ’04) has always loved cookies. She shared one of her favorite cookie recipes with us: brown butter chocolate chip cookies.

What is your favorite type of cookie?

Here is the link to the recipe: https://magazine.byu.edu/article/cookie-connoisseur/

"...Anytime I use the word mother, I am not talking only about women who have given birth or adopted children in this life. I am speaking about all of our Heavenly Parents’ adult daughters. Every woman is a mother by virtue of her eternal divine destiny."

- President Russell M. Nelson

It's Friday, time to ! We love all the amazing photos our alumni community has sent to us💙!

DM us photos of you reppin' the y.