New Student Update #5

01-New Student Information

Class Planning | Grad Planner

​To figure out what courses you need to take in upcoming semesters, be sure to look at your grad planner on I-plan. Creating a grad plan will help you to sequence your courses to complete prerequisites and graduate faster. If you need help, make an appointment with an Academic Adviser. 

Registration 

Registration for classes is right around the corner! Please pick your classes now so you are ready for March 3rd, your priority registration date. Our prepare to register page has all
the info you need to know for registration.

Transfer credits / Transcripts take up to 6-8 weeks to be processed, so send those in ASAP. Also, in order to register, you will need to clear all of your holds.

"Even if you're not sure about your interests, the best way to find a major is to make your best guess and try it on. If you reflect regularly about whether your major is a good fit for you, testing your interests and relative abilities in it, you'll soon get a feeling about whether it's right or wrong." -President Henry J. Eyring

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02-University Culture

Get Involved

​​Service Activities is a student-led organization within Student Support with the purpose of serving fellow students and the community around us with a variety of student-led projects, programs and events. To find out additional information check out their website. 

Around Rexburg | Sand Dunes

​The Sand Dunes are a great place to have a bonfire and hang out with friends. They are only a short, 25 minute drive away from Rexburg, just outside of St. Anthony.

​Click here to learn more about the Dunes and other adventure spots near Rexburg.  

Emotionally Prepare for School

Anxiety and Stress Management Workshop

Starting something new and stepping away from your comfort zone is difficult in itself. College takes that and adds homework, social challenges, and responsibility to eat and take care of yourself in a new way. It is totally normal to feel anxious, overwhelmed, and stressed. We offer workshops on campus to help you adapt to new circumstances and develop new skills that may benefit your experience here and in your future.

Check out the Anxiety and Stress Management workshop that will give you tips and strategies to battle anxiety and stress. 

View Workshops

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03- Announcements

Devotional

No Devotional | February 18 2020

​We invite you to listen some of the previous devotional talks that have been given!

Center Stage | Bryan Terrell Clark

February 14th, Broadway Performer Bryan Terrell Clark will be performing at 7:30pm! ​​

Most recently, Clark performed the role of George Washington in Broadway’s award-winning show-Hamilton. Bryan has also had several television appearances on shows like CBS’s NCIS and Person of Interest. 
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​​Tickets are available at the Ticket Office for $7-student admission and $12-public admission.

Center Stage will bring various performances and acts to BYU-Idaho every semester for students to enjoy at low prices. Plan on attending some events when you join us in the Spring!

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04-Physical Activities

Competitive Sports

Competitive Sports provides opportunities for individuals to develop Personal Honor in a disciplined team environment. It requires a commitment of 6-10 hours per week for practices and competitions. Players must attend the tryout(s) during the 2nd week to be selected to a team.

Fitness

Water Aerobics is a low-impact cardio workout that uses the resistance of the water to tone and build strength. Please wear your own modest swimming suit. 

​Visit the Fitness Class Schedule for more information.


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Tues&Thurs  6:30-7:20pm

Outdoor

​Join us for the evening as we explore the cosmos on a night hike. We will try to identify distant galaxies and star clusters while enjoying the solitude and silence of the night. Your adventure in space starts here!

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05-Social Activities

Social

Service 

Talent

The Disciple-Leader Conference inspires students to become strong leaders of the future at BYU-Idaho, at home, and in upcoming careers.
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Come to DLC for leadership activities, practical application experiences, a service fair and activities, dinner, and dessert.

Once a month, come hand out food to those in need during Truck Tuesday. Work with the Idaho Food bank to sort, package, and distribute food boxes.

On Truck Tuesday we hand out food to families in need in partnership with the Idaho Food bank.
Starts at 5pm.

Ever wanted to speak a new language? Try sign language! Every Tuesday nights,
7-8:30pm there are ASL workshops that allow students to learn and practice sign. 

Think about what you want to participate in when you arrive at BYU-Idaho!
Click here to view.

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06-Did You Know?

• There are other scholarships available outside of the Thomas E. Ricks Grant.
• The Ezra Taft Benson Building has a wildlife museum with a huge spread of taxidermy animal. It is used for student studying but is also open to the public!
• BYU-Idaho offers free counseling for students! The Counseling Center provides students the opportunity to explore concerns, resolve difficulties, and receive assistance in managing life’s challenges.

07-Inspirational Message

Rise to the Call

In President and Sister Gilbert’s first Devotional as President of the University, he said, “Sister Gilbert and I would like to invite each of you to rise to the call in your own personal ways and then to share with others how you will rise to the call in your life.”

President Gilbert continued, “Rise up and accept the call the Lord has for you, and seek for His power in magnifying your assignments.”

To watch more from this Devotional, click here.