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Brigham Young University

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1903-

Administrative History

Brigham Young University (1903- ) is a university sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Provo, Utah.

Brigham Young University was established in 1903 in a renaming of Brigham Young Academy. Past and present Brigham Young University presidents include George H. Brimhall (1903-1921), Franklin S. Harris (1921-1945), Howard S. McDonald (1945-1949), (acting president) Christian Jensen (1949-1951), Ernest L. Wilkinson (1951-1971), Dallin H. Oaks (1971-1980), Jeffrey R. Holland (1980-1989), Rex E. Lee (1989-1995), Merrill J. Bateman (1996-2003), Cecil O. Samuelson (2003-2014), Kevin J. Worthen (2014-2023), and C. Shane Reese (2023- ).

Brigham Young University is owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as part of the Church Educational System (CES). The university is governed by a Board of Trustees, which, since 1939, has consisted of the First Presidency of the Church as well as other General Authorities or general officers of the Church appointed by the First Presidency. The Board of Trustees provides general direction and oversees the formulation of broad policies as well as the approval of all executive leadership and faculty appointments at the university. The Board of Trustees delegates to the University President the responsibility to conduct the operations of the institution and administer the policies enacted by the board. The President serves as the chief executive officer and general manager of the University. Between 1996 and 2014, the President of the university was also been a General Authority of the Church.

Brigham Young University has grown from a small academy to one of the world's largest private universities. Sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU offers a unique educational environment that promotes learning by study and also by faith.

Citation:
Its Annual catalog, 1907/08.

BYU--national champions, 1985: intro. (Brigham Young University)

The Journal of pedagogy, Feb. 1895: t.p. (Brigham Young Academy)

History of BYU (within Brigham Young University website), via WWW, 4 November 2010 (Brigham Young Academy established October 16, 1875 in Provo, Utah. Name changed to Brigham Young University in 1903. Sponsored by Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, associated with BYU-Hawaii in Laie, Hawaii; BYU-Idaho in Rexburg, Idaho; and LDS Business College in Salt Lake City, Utah)

Brigham Young University Organizational History website, via WWW, Mar. 2, 2011 (Brigham Young University; est. 1903; name change from Brigham Young Academy; Presidents: George H. Brimhall (1903-1921), Franklin S. Harris (1921-1945), Howard S. McDonald (1945-1949), (acting president) Christian Jensen (1949-1951), Ernest L. Wilkinson (1951-1971), Dallin H. Oaks (1971-1980), Jeffrey R. Holland (1980-1989), Rex E. Lee (1989-1995), Merrill J. Bateman (1996-2003), Cecil O. Samuelson (2003-2014), and Kevin J. Worthen (2014- ); owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; governed by a board of trustees)

Brigham Young University website, via WWW, June 22, 2023 (C. Shane Reese; appointed president of Brigham Young University, May 1, 2023)

Found in 9 Collections and/or Records:

5-year development plan : for the period 1978-1983

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197231235414]
Identifier: UA 883
Scope and Contents

Outlines plans, anticipated growth, objectives, etc. for the Brigham Young University College of Engineering Science and Technology from 1978 to 1983.

Dates: 1978-1983
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / 5-year development plan : for the period 1978-1983

Loren C. Bryner papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 6264
Abstract

The Loren C. Bryner papers include personal and academic papers of Bryner. Most are related to his personal papers and research regarding chemistry.

Dates: 1935-1972
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / Loren C. Bryner papers

College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences printed materials

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 659
Scope and Contents

Contains printed materials of the departments of geology, computer science, chemistry, math, physics and astronomy, and statistics. Includes department minutes, newsletters, course materials, reports, addresses, and manuals.

Dates: 1953-1988
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences printed materials

Department of Chemical Engineering records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 375
Scope and Contents Documenting twenty years of the history of the Chemical Engineering Department at Brigham Young University, this collection includes a range of materials from department correspondence to the various research and experiment of both faculty and students.Includes correspondence and memos from the chairman's office, minutes of meetings, building floor plans, and information concerning policies and activities of the department.Of special interest is series 29, the Calvin...
Dates: 1960-1991
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / Department of Chemical Engineering records

Department of Mathematics chair records

 Collection
Identifier: UA 387
Scope and Contents

Contains papers, correspondence, notes, and photographs regarding teaching, research, and administration at Brigham Young University. The correspondence deals with various university matters.

Dates: 1948-1961
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / Department of Mathematics chair records

Department of Political Science records

 Collection
Identifier: UA 1200
Scope and Contents

Consists of correspondence, meeting minutes, student papers, student files, syllabi, self-studies, and reports of the Department of Political Science about political science classes ans research, and administartive activities with the Department of Political Science from 1969 to 2007.

Dates: 1965-2007
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / Department of Political Science records

Walter A. Gong papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5578
Scope and Contents Contains Science Education Program evaluations, tests and keys, natural science class notes and assignments, non-science reference examples, San José State University correspondence, General Education Science Program student evaluations, San José State College project materials, mathematical games, reference examples, science-philosophy notes, class notes, student exams, stories and scripture activities, bioethics, correspondence, articles, and other materials relating to Gong's professional...
Dates: 1964-1997
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / Walter A. Gong papers

M.L. Bean Museum records

 Collection
Identifier: UA 1132
Scope and Contents

Contains office records from the Monte L. Bean Museum including files relating to the dedication, accounting records, annual progress reports, organizational charts, and correspondence. There are also ten volumes of research diaries of Robert G. Bee in his studies of ornithology mostly in the state of Utah from the years 1924-1962.

Dates: 1924-1983
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / M.L. Bean Museum records

Elwood Rey Peterson papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS 6150
Scope and Contents Contains books, theses, pamphlets, cassette tapes, 3mm recording tapes, photocopied research materials, workshop programs, and papers created by and collected by Elwood Rey Peterson. Some materials concern topics in psychology such as behavior, blame, manipulation, and group counseling. Other materials concern education, predicting academic success, and career selection for students. Brigham Young University and Utah State are some of the universities involved. There are handouts for classes...
Dates: approximately 1960-1985
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / Elwood Rey Peterson papers

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