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This project discusses the Mormon colonists in Northern Mexico and their identity. The paper gives historical background, comments on the social climate, politics and patriotism, language, religion, and foodways of the Mormon colonies in Northern Mexico. The author comments on the diversity of the group and the similar cultural elements that bind the people together. Does not include a folklore item collection. Collected by Deb Stant, Professor Rudy's ENGL 495 class, Winter 1999.

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Scoffield writes about outlaws that had contact with early Utah Mormons. Scoffield was a student in Eliason's English 392 class at Brigham Young University in 2001.

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Brownell collected folklore involving members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and African Americans. Included are legends about African Americans and the church, prejudiced jokes told by White Americans, and racist sayings about African Americans. Project was created for an English 391 course taught at Brigham Young University in 1975.

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Item is a collection of family traditions from the Glenn family during the Easter season. Includes stories about Easter preparations, religious moments, and family gatherings. Created for Dr. Rudy's English 392 course taught at Brigham Young University during the Winter Semester 2007.

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Richardson collected folklore of the Bailey's moving business near Washington DC. Included are stories of disgusting houses, angry or unrealistic shippers, and pranks played by movers. The project was collected for Dr. Eliason's English 391 class taught at Brigham Young University in 1998.

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Submitted by BYU student Cambree Fogg for her English 391 fall course for Dr. Eric Eliason. Contains cover essay, autobiographical sketch, and contributor interviews. About the folklore of the Provo MTC. Includes stories about the creation and transmission of material lore (prayer rugs, miracle balls etc.) and stories about blessing, naming, baptizing and extending priesthood to a cat.

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Sanders collected lyrics to songs that his family sang while he was growing up. Included are lyrics to songs about the seasons, holiday songs, religious songs, and silly songs. Project was created for Dr. Eliason's English 391 course taught at Brigham Young University in 2000.

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Submitted by BYU student Cynthia Reamey for her Fall 1981 English 391 class. About the mysterious Kay's cross in Kaysville, Utah, and how it is a tourist attraction, as well as stories that are circulated about it. Contains a cover essay, autobiographical sketch, list of informants, and informant items. Items include superstitious stories about Kay's Cross, Polygamist Legends about Kay's Cross, and personal stories of Kay's Cross.

Scope and Contents note Doerflein examines the role of rituals in uniting and strengthening families. Through an Mormon perspective, Doerflein explores the growing number of rituals embraced and practiced by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, focusing on the ritual surrounding opening the letter containing an Mormon mission call. He examines different customs associated with opening the letter as well as why this ritual has evolved. Created by Chris Doerflein while enrolled in Jill Terry...

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Wright investigates childhood outlets for taboo topics through rhymes and songs. Included are children's jump rope rhymes, knock-knock jokes, and songs that deal with topics such as feces, intimacy, and violence. Project was created for Dr. Eliason's English 391 course taught at Brigham Young University, 1998.