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Center Stage BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY-IDAHO PERFORMING ARTS SERIES
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FRIDAY, APRIL 22 7:30 P.M., BARRUS CONCERT HALL
THURSDAY, MAY 26 7:30 P.M., HART AUDITORIUM
The Salt Lake Children’s Choir has long been regarded as one of the finest ensembles of its kind in the nation.
Nashville recording artist Josh Turner is one of country music’s most recognizable hit-makers.
$4 BYUI students, $8 public
Tickets on sale April 18. Floor/Red Seats: $22 BYUI students, $38 public. Bleachers: $18 BYUI students, $34 public Preshow dinner at 6 p.m., $15 extra
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SATURDAY, JULY 9 7:30 P.M., BYU-IDAHO CENTER
BYU-Idaho will present a major July concert to celebrate American patriots and pioneers. Singer George Dyer will join more than 200 students, including Men’s Choir, Women’s Choir and Symphony Band. $3 BYUI students, $6 public Preshow dinner at 6 p.m., $15 extra
FRIDAY, APRIL 29 7:30 P.M., BARRUS CONCERT HALL
From Walt Disney Hall to the White House, pianist Alpin Hong’s combination of stunning technique, emotional range and rare humor continues to bring audiences young and old to their feet.
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MO LLY IN TH E MINESHAFT FRIDAY, MAY 13 7:30 P.M., KIRKHAM AUDITORIUM
DAVID ARCHULETA FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, JUNE 3 AND 4 7:30 P.M., HART AUDITORIUM
Tickets on sale May 2. $20 BYUI, $35 public
Based in Provo, Utah, Molly in the Mineshaft plays a fusion of styles, including contemporary folk, bluegrass, jazz and Celtic music. $6 BYUI students, $12 public
M A RVIN G O LD STE IN & VA NE SSA JO Y THURSDAY, JULY 28 7:30 P.M., BARRUS CONCERT HALL
Enjoy the vocal stylings of Vanessa Joy and the piano artistry of Marvin Goldstein in a performance that will feature everything from Broadway to the classics. $7 BYUI students and Ed Week participants, $12 public
ULT IM I FRIDAY, MAY 20 7:30 P.M., BARRUS CONCERT HALL
Ultimi combines the vocal and instrumental talents of Isaac Hurtado, Tyler Nelson and Brian Stucki in a program of popular operatic, inspirational and Broadway music. $6 BYUI students, $12 public
For ticket and performance information, call (208) 496-3170 or order online at byui.edu/tickets. For more information, visit www.byui.edu/centerstage.
H ILA RY WE E KS & NIK D A Y FRIDAY, JULY 29 7:30 P.M., HART AUDITORIUM
Two popular Shadow Mountain recording artists, Hilary Weeks and Nik Day, will team up for an uplifting evening of spiritual music. $5 BYUI students and Ed Week participants, $10 public
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What I wish I knew as a freshman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Touring the Crossroads.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Shuttle service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Places to visit.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 BYU-I Education week. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 BYU-I students get involved.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rexburg Map.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 101 things to do near Rexburg.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Center Stage events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 What do you want to do?.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Campus parking.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Safety first.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Tutoring at BYU-I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Rexburg for refugees.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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f you are stuck on campus or just want a quick bite to eat, grab food from BYU-Idaho’s food court, The Crossroads. This trip will save you time and fill your stomach when you need it most. The Crossroads is open from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Some sections of the food court are also opened on Saturdays. There are many options at The Crossroads, from orange chicken to crepes, and in some sections they make the food right in front of the customers. Food is made fresh every day. But if having too many options overwhelms you or you have no idea what to eat, then here’s a list before you visit.
Crepe Corner:
It is in the name; this section of the food court creates the most delicious crepes. You can choose toppings from strawberries and bananas, and you can even add a bit of Nutella. The Crepe Corner is open from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can have a crepe for breakfast or lunch.
Pastry Kitchen:
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This area is opened from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. They sell desserts, including cakes and brownies. This pastry kitchen has a new assortment of treats every day. Sometimes they have s’mores brownies, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup brownies and lemon cake. There is also a display case of Krispy Kreme glazed and chocolate doughnuts. When you want something sweet, give it a try. Tour continued on page 6
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vegetables. If you want to be surprised at lunch, go here. Everything is different daily.
Breakfast Buffet/Teton Grill:
In the morning, this section serves breakfast, everything from waffles, pancakes, bacon and eggs. During lunch and dinner, this place serves the best burgers in the food court. Actually, it’s the only section that serves burgers, but they are the best. Teton Grill makes the burgers and fries right in front of you, and they have a special burger of the day. This section is opened from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. for breakfast and 11 to 3:30 p.m. for Teton Grill.
Pasta Primo:
Situated right next to Tuscan Valley. At Pasta Primo you combine your choice of and Tuscan Valley also has bread sticks to go with the meal. Pasta Primo is open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Caliente:
If you want some Mexican food, other than quesadillas, pick up a tray and get some grub here. This is where everyone gets the famous taco salads and anything to do with tacos and burritos. Caliente is open from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Shaker Salad:
Shaker Salad is where you would get your salads and soup in bread bowls. It’s a buffet where you can create the salad or select the soup you want. There are different types of soup, from tomato and basil to cheesy potato. This self-serve station is opened from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Oriental Dragon:
If you love Chinese food, this place is for you. The Oriental serves Lo Mein, fried rice and other Chinese cuisine. Food is priced by pound, so you can load up as much as you want. It is open from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This section also has fortune cookies and egg rolls; they wouldn’t hurt as a snack.
Simply Sushi:
Quesadilla:
If you want a quesadilla, take a trip to this place. They serve simple cheese quesadillas as well as sweet pork quesadillas. Quesadilla also serves fries with the meal. They are open from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Chick-fil-A:
Everyone knows the cow billboards telling humans to eat more chicken, and they serve the best chicken. From chicken sandwiches and waffle fries to lemonade, Chick-fil-A is one of the most popular places to eat at The Crossroads. Chick-fil-A is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and also open on Saturdays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Stacks & Wraps: At Stacks & Wraps, you can create sandwiches and wraps to your liking. They also serve chips with the meal. You can create a chicken wrap with chipotle sauce or choose a more conventional cheese and turkey sandwich. This section is opened from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuscan Valley:
Chief’s Point:
At this section of the food court, Chief’s Point makes the lunch specials. Every day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. there is a different “homemade” meal you can choose from, like mashed potatoes, baked ham and
If you want pizza or the most filling calzone, you should come here. They serve hot pizza and calzones from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You can choose from barbecue chicken or a slice of classic pepperoni pizza. There are daily specials on calzones from four-meat to spinach.
You can pick up packaged sushi from this section of the food court. They have California and New York rolls, just to name a few. You can grab a box from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Raisu:
Raisu serves chicken with your choice of sauce on Lo Mein or rice. Sauce choices are teriyaki, honey ginger and spicy citrus. At Raisu, most meals are made in a bowl. It is open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hand-scooped milkshakes:
This is where you would get an ice cream sandwich or a customized milkshake. They serve chocolate and vanilla ice cream, and you can add certain toppings in your milkshake like strawberries and bananas. This section serves from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Black Olive:
If you have a type of allergy, the Black Olive will meet your needs. This new restaurant serves specific foods to people with certain allergies. The Black Olive will serve gluten-free and nutritious foods. They are open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info, check out this map at http://www. byui.edu/Images/food-services/CrossroadsMap2016. png.
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new shuttle service has been running this past winter, transporting students and community members from various locations around BYU-Idaho campus to Walmart. Rexburg Walmart Store manager Mike Bullard told the Standard Journal that the shuttle service began Monday, Dec. 28, and has served the new Walmart since it opened on Jan. 27.
He said the goal of the shuttle was to get more customers out to Walmart, especially BYU-Idaho students without cars. “We’re mainly doing it around campus to help get students that don’t have vehicles, that don’t have transportation, to help get them to our new location,” he said. Bullard said there were a total of eight stops around campus. Now there are ten locations. He said in the future, depending on how the shuttle service works out, the routes could expand to other sections of the community. “If it’s successful and it grows, then hopefully we can add more. For now, we’re just trying it out to see how it goes. I think it will do well,” Bullard said. According to Bullard, the shuttle does not exclusively serve
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Places to visit this semester
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Students at BYU-Idaho spend day after day inside classrooms. Nights are filled with homework and, for many of us, a social life and fun are distant cousins. However if you open your eyes a little more you can see the hidden treasures Rexburg has to offer. These wonders of Rexburg are some of our personal favorites.
Sand Dunes
Home to some of the largest dunes in the world, the sand dunes are internationally known. People come from all over the world to come to these sand dunes, including Europe, Asia and Canada. This 10,600 acre area is composed of white quartz sand blown in from off of the Teton and Snake rivers and is a beautiful place to kick back, relax and have some fun. In the winter, the Dunes are a favorite place to go sledding or tubing.
Green Canyon Hot Springs Off of Highway 33 near Newdale, Idaho, just 40 minutes away from Rexburg, Green Canyon Hot Springs has entertained visitors for over 100 years. With a rich history rooted in the Upper Snake River Valley, the Neibaur family has run Green Canyon Hot Springs since 1953. Originally named Pincock Hot Springs, after its original owners, the current hot springs were rebuilt at the bottom of the canyon, east of their original location. The hot springs feature three pools, including a cool pool at 55 degrees and the hot pool at a sizzling 105 degrees. John H. Pincock bought the land surrounding Green Canyon Hot Springs initially to mine, process and sell lime to the nearby sugar factory for production. Shortly after, they discovered the “bathing pool” nearby and purchased the water rights as well, and Green Canyon Hot Springs had begun. If you are considering visiting this summer, you should know that the springs are open Monday-Friday from 12-10 p.m. and Saturday from 10am until 10 p.m. Single entry rates are $5.75, or $7 for a day pass. Season passes can also be purchased.
The Craze
Located at 30 College Ave., the Craze is a great place to bring your family and friends for a night of fun. Built in what was once the biggest hotel between Salt Lake City and Canada, the old Idamont, The Craze houses a two-level Laser Tag room, black-light miniature golf and an arcade. The Craze offers date night and FHE specials.
Paramount Theater
On Center Street you’ll find the Paramount Theater. Owned by the same company that owns the Teton Vu Drivein Theater, this theater has the cheapest movie experience in town. It’s $3.50 for general admissions except on Tuesdays, when they have a $2.50 special. It’s a great place to come watch films with friends and family.
Romance Theater
The Romance Theater is also one of the unique landmarks of Rexburg. After opening its doors in 1917, the theater went from showing silent films to movies with sound. Now it is the
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stage for such events as “Upper Valley Idol” and the Rexburg Film Festival.
“R” Mountain
The North and South Menan Buttes in southeastern Idaho are two of the world’s largest volcanic tuff cones. The buttes rise about 800 feet above the surrounding Snake River plain. It’s a great place to view wildlife, find creatures like scorpions and lizards, and get a beautiful view of the area.
Civil Defense Caves
The Civil Defense caves are large tubes formed from lava that snake underground for thousands of feet. Because of the insulating qualities of lava, the interior of caves are cold, even on the hottest days of the summer. There is usually ice at the entrance to the cave. Be sure to bring jackets and good footwear, along with flashlights.
Rexburg Tabernacle
The building is used as a civic auditorium. It seats 1,000 people and is well known for its excellent acoustics. An Austin pipe organ was restored to enhance the musical programs which occur there. Concerts are held in the tabernacle throughout the year.
FatCats
FatCats is a movie theater located at 475 N. Second E. St. It’s not just a movie theater, though — it also offers glow golf, an arcade and a bowling alley. Bowling costs $2.50 per game or $13 per hour Monday through Friday before 6 p.m. and $3 per game or $14 per hour after 6 p.m. Use of the bowling alley Friday after 6 p.m. is $3.50 per game or $17.50 per hour. There are discounts for students who present their IDs. Shoe rental is an additional $2, and FatCats does parties and other events. Glow golf costs $3.75 per person per round. For more information, visit http://rexburg.fatcatsfun.com/attractions.
Escape House
According to the Escape House website, it is a “challenging, mystery solving game designed for small groups.” The house has various live escape rooms that require participants to solve puzzles, think innovatively and crack codes to escape a room before time runs out. Groups should plan on about 90 minutes for the total experience. The Escape House is great for Family Home Evening activities, dates, a night out with friends and team building with work groups. Escape House is best for ages 10 and up. Call 302-212-0477 or email EscapeHouseRexburg@gmail.com for more information. Escape House is located at 38 S. Second E.
Splatters
Splatters is a new paintball course located at 157 N. Second E. It offers full-scale paintball in the basement and paintless paintball on the main floor. Birthday groups, Boy Scout groups, recreational shooting groups, church groups, families and university students can all give Splatters a shot. For more information, visit 157 N 2nd E Rexburg 208.360.0743
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nline registration is now open for Brigham Young University-Idaho’s annual Education Week, held this year from Thursday, July 28, through Saturday, July 30. More than 50 teachers have been selected from among BYU-Idaho faculty, along with others from the local area and surrounding states. Teachers will address a variety of religious and general topics. “We’re excited to invite everyone to campus for Education Week again this year,” said Brett Sampson, director of University Public Affairs. “We have so many great teachers and such a spectrum of topics and activities this year. Whether you come on your own, with friends or with your family, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to be uplifted and strengthened.” Children and youth will once again have the opportunity to participate in Education Week through age-specific classes and activities. BYU-Idaho students, who have been trained to facilitate classroom activities for children, will provide learning experiences for ages 6-11, 12-13, 14-15 and 16-17. Parents are also welcome to bring children five and under to class with them. Also included in the Education Week schedule are keynote addresses by S. Michael Wilcox, retired institute instructor and author; Charles Andersen, vice president of the Department of University Resources at BYU-Idaho; Susan Grant, BYU-Idaho Communication Department adjunct faculty; and Chris Williams, author of “Let it Go: A True Story of Tragedy and Forgiveness.” Education Week is adding an additional concert this year, as it partners with BYUIdaho’s Center Stage performing arts
series. Mervin Goldstein and Vanessa Joy will perform on Thursday, and Hilary Weeks and Nik Day will perform on Friday. The public is invited to these events, and special ticket discounts are available to Education Week participants. Early bird enrollment is only $35 per individual. Children five and under can attend for free. More information about Education Week, including the schedule of classes and events, teacher information and how to register, is available at http:// www.byui.edu/education-week.
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S BYU-Idaho students get involved in community, spread awareness on national debt
Courtesy photo Sunday Paul Adah, Dylan McDowell and Michael Phetvixay are shown meeting with the mayor and an employee from his office.
unday Paul Adah and David Blomfield are not U.S. citizens, but that didn’t keep them from dedicating their time and talents to spreading awareness about the U.S. national debt. Adah and Blomfield were part of a team of Brigham Young University-Idaho students that participated earlier this year in a nationwide campus competition that gives young adults a voice on fiscal matters and allows them to educate their peers about the national debt. The team consisted of Adah, of Nigeria; Blomfield, a British immigrant to Canada; Michael Phetvixay, of Thailand; Regina Ricks, of Canada; and Dylan McDowell and George Nelson, of the United States. Blomfield, president of the BYU-Idaho Economics Society, said their team wanted to focus on electing leaders who will use taxpayers’ funds wisely and intuitively. He said the student Up to Us team doesn’t necessarily care who people vote for, “As long as you vote for someone who’s responsible.” “We want to make a more efficient system,” he said. This was the first time BYU-Idaho participated in Up to Us. For the competition the students had to plan educational activities for their peers. They had to get creative and come up with activities that would resonate with their audience. “The campaign is supposed to be unique, and it’s supposed to be creative,” Adah said. One of the activities the BYU-Idaho team put together continued on page 11
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was a national debt-themed game of Pictionary. During the activity, they discussed various ideas related to the national debt and asked questions like, “When is it OK for the government to borrow?” Something the team members learned was that, according to Blomfield, “Debt is not always a bad thing if you manage it wisely.” The student team also met with Rexburg’s mayor, Jerry Merrill, to discuss the issue of national debt. “It was interesting,” Merrill said. “I’m glad that students are wanting to get involved with something that’s such an important issue.” Merrill explained to the students how the City of Rexburg is using various strategies to limit government spending. He said one of these strategies is meeting with various local entities in a group called RPO (Rexburg Planning Organization) to discuss things they are doing. This allows them to limit spending because often these entities have common needs for which they can share expenses. Merrill said recently they discovered that the City of Rexburg, Madison County and the transportation department all needed traffic studies completed. “Instead of doing three of them and paying for three of them, let’s just do one,” the mayor said. He said by doing this, they were able to cut the cost to a third of the original cost for each entity. Another way the City of Rexburg has found to save money is to contribute law enforcement and fire department coverage to Brigham Young University-Idaho. Merrill said if the college were to get its own police or fire department, it would cost them a lot more. In turn, the several thousand dollars a year the college spends on these city and county efforts contributes to funds the city and county can use to cover necessary expenses. On a national level, Merrill mentioned to the students
that everyone can contribute to decreasing the national debt by being cooperative when entities have to cut costs in order to save money. “I commend (the students) for being fiscally responsible ... and for encouraging the rest of us to do the same,” Merrill said. In addition to meeting with the mayor, the student team also organized an “Are you in love with the national debt?” party where they sat people down and talked to them about the national debt. They invited people to sign a petition to support their cause and gathered about 200 signatures. “It was really interesting, some of the responses we got from people,” Blomfield said. Some people were surprised that the students would spend their Friday evening talking to people about the national debt. Adah said some people simply refused to sign the petition. “Maybe people are apathetic. I don’t know,” Blomfield said. Blomfield said he realized the national debt is actually financed by taxpayers. Adah, who is studying sociology, approached the national debt from a different angle than Blomfield’s economical approach. He saw the social problems that could come as a result of the debt, including widespread poverty. The other members of their team had different backgrounds, focuses and talents. Each had different responsibilities throughout the process of the competition. “I think it was teaching us a lot of initiative,” Adah said. Even after the competition was over, there was still a lot of work ahead for the BYU-Idaho Up to Us team. They were required to put together reports and presentations before the winners were announced. Once they turned in their material, they had to wait for a couple of weeks while the judges went through the reports.
The winning team received a $10,000 cash prize and was recognized by Bill Clinton at the ninth annual CGI U meeting at the University of California, Berkeley in April. The students from the top teams were able to go to Washington, D.C. to meet with civic groups and leaders and attend the Peter G. Peterson Foundation Fiscal Summit. Adah and Blomfield were not focused on winning the competition, however. “I just got involved for the fun of it, really,” Blomfield said. The team members were less focused on winning and more focused on the things they have learned, the people they were able to reach and how they would improve their approach in the future. “I had no expectation of winning $10,000,” Blomfield said. “At the same time, it’s fun being involved.” Adah said this year’s campaign process showed them what works and what doesn’t, which will allow them to plan ahead next time and reach even more people. “We’ve put a lot of hours into it, and I learned a lot,” Adah said. Adah said they also got to know friends they wouldn’t have known otherwise, and Blomfield said these relationships contribute to network building. When asked what they would do with the money if their team did win, they listed ideas that would benefit others, such as a fund for students on campus. There were dozens of schools participating around the country, and the goal of the campaign was to reach 15 percent of the school population. Adah said if all the schools reached that goal, “Imagine how far that will go.” Adah expressed amazement at the fact that the organizations sponsoring Up to Us (the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, the Clinton Global Initiative University and Net Impact) would contribute toward educating people about the effects of the national debt. He said many other charities try to solve the world’s problems with more money. “More money is not the solution,” Blomfield said. Blomfield and Adah encourage people to be responsible about whom they elect and responsible with their own finances. Adah added that they want the nation’s leaders to know that “We care about national debt. We want them to take action to reduce it.” Adah said regardless of someone’s political party or nationality, the national debt in the U.S. affects the whole world. “It is very, very important that people know they have a responsibility,” Adah said. Blomfield believes that their effort in Rexburg, combined with the effort of the other schools competing in Up to Us, will help the country as a whole work toward improving the nation’s debt situation. “I think it’s laying seeds,” Blomfield said. “Even if those people don’t change the world, it’s a start.
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101 Things to do Near Rexburg, Idaho Eric Isaacson Owner of Xtreme Outdoor Rental
There’s plenty to do near Rexburg if you know where to look. FreeArenas.com is determined to help you know where you can play without breaking the bank. Whether you swim, hike, mountain bike, rock climb, or really do anything else outside, there are currently 101 FREE locations listed within 50 miles of Rexburg to help you do just that. You may have known all the best places back home, and now you can play like a local here, too. Here’s a few of the less wellknown places to get you started. Pine Butte / The Caldera Past the Saint Anthony Sand Dunes, the Civil Defense Caves, and the Ice Caves, you will find sagebrush — miles upon miles of nothing but sagebrush-covered desert. But if you follow your GPS down the rugged dirt roads and beyond the caterpillar nests, you’ll come to the precipice of a hidden oasis. Thirty-five miles North of Rexburg is a volcanic crater officially known as Pine Butte, but affectionately known to many as simply The Caldera. The road drives right up to the upper rim of the cauldron formation, immersed in the seemingly endless desert. Here you’ll find the trailhead. The short walk down is steep but relatively easy, about a half mile at most. You’ll notice immediately that you have entered a new world as you descend into a pine forest. As you enter, you’ll feel the air change and easily forget that only moments ago you were driving through a hot, arid, and endless desert. At the bottom of the trail, you’ll find a large, beautiful meadow (about 150x500ft) surrounded by a large grove of Aspens, and a nice little fire pit where others have also enjoyed their stay. There’s plenty to explore and boulders to be climbed. Keep a lookout for stinging nettle and be sure to bring plenty of water, especially if you plan to have a fire. Though noticeably more humid than the surrounding desert, the butte falls just short of being a fullfledged oasis, having no natural water source. Find directions or share your experience at http://
www.freearenas.com/pine-butte. html. Fall River Bridge Rexburg might be known for the cold, but summer scorchers find their home here as well. When it gets hot, what better activity is there than a good swim? Despite what you may hear, there’s a surprising number of great swimming options in Rexburg, whether you want to pay for hot springs and water slides, jump off a bridge or a cliff, or simply tread some water. Just fifteen minutes North of Rexburg you’ll find a swimming hole that’s got just about everything, right off Highway 20. Right after you cross the Fall River Bridge, just pull off the highway into the parking area on the shoulder and walk down into the river. Take a swing off the rope that’s tied underneath the railroad bridge or leap off the rocks on the North side. Maybe you just want to lay out on the rocks and bask in the sun while you watch friends show off the best tricks into a swimming hole that’s over 10 feet deep. If you’re real brave, there’s a small channel upstream from the bridges known as the Washing Machine where people like to ride down between the rocks. Some adrenaline junkies even jump in to be submerged, pushed along under water, and summarily spit back out at the end of the channel. Whatever you do, be careful and only swim here if the flat basking rocks are above the water. Otherwise, the water is too high, too fast, and too dangerous. Find directions or share your adventure at http:// www.freearenas.com/fall-riverbridge.html. Devil’s Stairs If you’ve been in the area for very long, you’ve heard of Table Rock (AKA Table Mountain) in the breathtaking Teton mountain range, and hopefully you’ve had a chance to climb it. It’s debatably the best view you’ll ever get of the Grand Tetons. Just to the West is an often overlooked trail less traveled by, full of beautiful meadows and beautiful views all its own. The trail begins from
the same campsite as the Table Rock trailhead but instead heads South. You’ll walk first through about three miles of beautiful mountain meadows and thickets of trees surrounded on either side by majestic mountains. The trail diverts from the others with which you’ve been sharing your hike and makes a courageous turn up the mountain. You’ll find the biggest test of your climb as you ascend 1000 feet in about 2 miles of switchback trails. At the top of the switchbacks there is a small ledge, as if it was the edge of a large stair. Above that, you’ll find a gorgeous meadow filled with wildflowers, beautiful trees, and a babbling brook all against the monumental backdrop of a towering cliff. The entire hike is about eight miles in and out. Find directions or share your story at http://www.freearenas.com/devilsstairs.html.
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David Archuleta, Josh Turner
highlight spring entertainment series at BYU-Idaho Pop singer David Archuleta and country singer Josh Turner highlight this spring’s Center Stage Performing Arts Series at Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg. The season opens with the Salt Lake Children’s Choir on April 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the Barrus Concert Hall. Pianist Alpin Hong Josh Turner will return for a performance April 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the Barrus Concert Hall. The folk and bluegrass group Molly in the Mineshaft will perform May 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the Kirkham Auditorium. Ultimi, a trio of classically trained tenors based in Utah, will sing May 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Barrus Concert Hall. Country singer Josh Turner will perform May 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hart Auditorium.
In his first performance in Rexburg since returning from a church mission, David Archuleta will perform two shows on June 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hart Auditorium. The annual Patriots and Pioneers concert July 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the BYU-Idaho Center will feature the BYU-Idaho choirs and band, along with singer George Dyer from Branson, Missouri. As part of Education Week activities, Marvin Goldstein and Vanessa Joy will perform July 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Barrus Concert Hall, and Hilary Weeks and Nik Day will perform July 29 in the Hart Auditorium. A free brochure listing all performing arts events at BYU-Idaho is available at the BYU-Idaho Ticket Office and the Rexburg Chamber of Commerce, or by calling 208-496-2000. Detailed information can also be found on the Center Stage website at http:// www.byui.edu/centerstage. Season tickets also may be ordered through the ticket office by calling 208-496-3170.
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Salt Lake Children’s Choir Friday, April 22 7:30 p.m., Barrus Concert Hall The Salt Lake Children’s Choir has long been regarded as one of the finest ensembles of its kind in the nation. Founded in 1979 by director Ralph B. Woodward, the choir David Archuleta emphasizes natural vocal development and the performance of music of the great masters, as well as outstanding folk and contemporary music from many lands. Widely admired for its pure, angelic sound, the choir has been featured at numerous conventions of the American Choral Directors’ Association and performed with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. The choir’s BYU-Idaho performance will include works by Palestrina, Schubert, Brahms and other masters, as well as fascinating traditional music Center Stage continued on page 17
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Alpin Hong Friday, April 29 7:30 p.m., Barrus Concert Hall Performances across the globe have earned pianist Alpin Hong a reputation as a modern-day Pied Piper. From Walt Disney Hall to the White House, his combination of stunning technique, emotional range and rare humor continues to bring audiences young and old to their feet. Rooted in extensive classical training and a background in extreme sports, martial arts and video games, Mr. Hong is a creative force unmatched in his vitality and charisma. He was the winner of the Concert Artists Guild Competition in 2001. His teachers have included Mark Richman and Emilio del Rosario. He completed his master’s degree as a student of Jerome Lowenthal at The Juilliard School. Tickets go on sale April 11. $6 for BYU-Idaho students, $12 for general public. No children under six. Event dress.
Molly in the Mineshaft Friday, May 13 7:30 p.m., Kirkham Auditorium Molly in the Mineshaft plays a fusion of styles, including contemporary folk, bluegrass, jazz, Celtic and rock. Based in Provo, Utah, members of the group met while attending college and performing with other bands. Awards and recognitions by members of the group include three-time national twin-fiddle champions 2009, 2010, 2012; multiple state fiddle championships; “Best of State” small instrumental group 2012; two-time state mandolin champion 2012-2013; state banjo champion 2012; and “Best Original Composition” Utah Percussive Arts Society 2012. The band’s purpose is to uplift and inspire people of all ages through its special blend of high-energy entertainment and diverse musical heritage. Tickets go on sale April 25. $6 for BYU-Idaho students, $12 for general public. No children under six. Classroom dress.
Ultimi Friday, May 20 7:30 p.m., Barrus Concert Hall Ultimi (pronounced “ool-tee-me”) combines the vocal and instrumental talents of Isaac Hurtado, Tyler Nelson and Brian Stucki. Joining forces in February 2014, the three have performed well over 100 operatic tenor roles combined and numerous
concerts across the United States and abroad. The name “Ultimi” means “latest” and has a connection to the Italian name of the shared Mormon faith of Isaac, Brian and Tyler. They will perform a program of popular operatic, inspirational and Broadway music. Tickets go on sale May 2. $6 for BYU-Idaho students, $12 for general public. No children under six. Event dress.
Josh Turner
Thursday, May 26 7:30 p.m., Hart Auditorium 6 p.m., Preshow dinner in Manwaring Center Special Events Room Multi-platinum MCA Nashville recording artist Josh Turner is one of country music’s most recognizable hit-makers. With a rich, deep voice and distinctive style, Turner has sold more than 12 million units and is a disciple of traditional country music and one of the youngest members of the Grand Ole Opry. From his 2003 Platinum-selling debut “Long Black Train” to his most recent 2012 Billboard No. 1 release “Punching Bag,” Turner has garnered multiple Grammy, CMA and ACM nominations. Turner’s hits include “Your Man,” “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” “Firecracker,” “Would You Go with Me,” “All Over Me” and “Time Is Love,” the most played country song of 2012. Tickets go on sale April 18. Floor and Red Seats: $22 for BYU-Idaho students, $38 for general public. Bleachers: $18 for BYU-Idaho students, $34 for general public. No children under four. Classroom dress. $15 extra for preshow dinner at 6 p.m. No children under 6. Classroom dress.
David Archuleta Friday and Saturday, June 3 and 4 7:30 p.m., Hart Auditorium David Archuleta became a star when he was just 16. In 2008 more than 30 million television viewers fell in love with his angelic voice, and their 44 million votes made him runner-up in Season 7 of “American Idol.” Soon after, the young Utahan signed with Jive Records and his first single “Crush,” debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart the week of its release. In 2010 David released his third album, “The Other Side of Down,” which featured the single “Something ‘Bout Love,” and appeared as guest star on The Mormon Tabernacle Choir’s holiday album, “David Archuleta – Glad Christmas Tidings.” In 2012, David put his singing career on hiatus so he could volunteer for a twoyear stint as a full-time missionary in Santiago, Chile. David returned in March 2014, eager to perform and record once again. Tickets go on sale May 2. $20 for BYU-Idaho students, $35 for general public. Classroom dress. No children under 4.
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Patriots and Pioneers featuring BYU-Idaho students and special guest George Dyer Saturday, July 9 7:30 p.m., BYU-Idaho Center 6 p.m., Preshow dinner in Manwaring Center Special Events Room The BYU-Idaho Department of Music will present a major July concert to celebrate American patriots and pioneers. Singer George Dyer will join more than 200 students, including Men’s Choir, Women’s Choir and Symphony Band. Mr. Dyer has performed extensively in prestigious opera houses and concert halls across North America and in many countries. He has been a guest soloist with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir on numerous occasions. In the fall of 2009, “The George Dyer Show” opened in Branson, Missouri. Tickets go on sale June 6. $6 for general public, $3 for BYU-Idaho students. $15 extra for preshow dinner at 6 p.m. No children under 6. Event dress.
Marvin Goldstein and Vanessa Joy Education Week Concert Thursday, July 28 7:30 p.m., Barrus Concert Hall Enjoy the vocal stylings of Vanessa Joy and the piano artistry of Marvin Goldstein in a performance that will feature everything from Broadway to the classics. Experience laughter, banter and exquisite musical arrangements of your favorite music. Expect to have a lot of fun at this special Education Week concert. Tickets now on sale. $12 for general public, $8 for BYU-Idaho students and Education Week participants. Classroom dress. No children under four.
Hilary Weeks and Nik Day Education Week Concert Friday, July 29 7:30 p.m., Hart Auditorium Two popular Shadow Mountain recording artists, Hilary Weeks and Nik Day, will team up for an uplifting evening of spiritual music. Over the past 18 years Hilary has released 10 solo albums. Her most recent releases, “Every Step” and “Say Love,” both charted on the Christian Billboard Charts. Since attending BYU-Idaho where he was a popular performer, Nik has continued his career writing music for many church projects. Tickets now on sale. $10 for general public, $5 for BYU-Idaho students and Education Week participants. Classroom dress.
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HEY..WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO? Damon Chlarson sjsports@uvsj.com
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y first semester at BYU-Idaho was Spring 2011. My science instructor gave us this warning: make sure you go to class and do your homework because grades tend to slip during the spring semester. I’m somewhat ashamed to say that I fell victim to that phenomenon, but it’s hard to stay motivated for school when there’s so much to do around the Rexburg area during this time of year. Between intramural sports, recreational classes offered for credit at the college, and outdoor activities, there are plenty of things that will occupy your time during this coming semester. For intramurals, there are competitive men’s and women’s lacrosse, as well as flag football, floor hockey,
golf, Frisbee golf, volleyball, kickball, bike races, soccer, softball, spikeball and Ultimate Frisbee. Many of these are offered for men, women and mixed teams. The college will be offering a bowling class, a cheer and stunt class, a fencing class, a table tennis class and water polo classes. These are just standard classes to sign up for and earn credit. These are a great way to exercise and get a good grade for it. There are plenty of places to hike around Rexburg, including Grand Targhee National Park and Teton National Park, which are just a short drive away. Yellowstone is nearby as well, and plenty of time can be spent there. Mesa Falls is about 30 minutes away and is a nice, easy walk around waterfalls. With the Teton
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Pioneer Hall buildings to be demolished, parking to be added BYU-Idaho to add 250 new parking stalls
fter housing students for more than 50 years, four Pioneer Hall buildings on the Brigham Young University-Idaho campus will be coming down this spring. In its place a parking lot will be constructed with 250 additional parking stalls. The following buildings will be demolished during the spring semester: Annie S. Kerr Hall, Sarah Ann Barnes Hall, Edna Ricks Hall and Virginia H. Perkins Hall. Two former halls will remain: Helen Lamprecht Hall and Verla J. Chapman Hall. Both buildings have recently undergone extensive remodeling this past year and now house offices for BYU-Idaho Online Learning and other administrative offices. The women these former apartment buildings were named after were instrumental in establishing the center of learning that has become BYU-Idaho. The signage on the buildings has been preserved and will be presented to the families of the women they were named for. The land where these buildings stand will be utilized to best meet the needs of many more students in the future. To commemorate the women these buildings
were named for, BYU-Idaho has invited their living relatives to a memorial event on April 11 at 11 a.m. in the Special Events Room of the Manwaring Center. Beginning the week of April 10, the Pioneer Lot and Manwaring East Drive Lot will be closed for parking. During the demolition, Manwaring East Drive will remain open to traffic for the Manwaring loading dock. The Smith Loop will be closed in conjunction with the new parking lot construction and for a ‘chiller’ line to be installed. Because of the loss of faculty ‘A’ stalls in the Pioneer and Manwaring East Lots the Kimball Lot will become ‘A’ parking only. This change is not just for Spring Semester 2016 but will be a permanent change. Due to the loss of ‘N’ lot parking stalls, fewer ‘N’ parking tags will be distributed for Spring Semester 2016 in order to keep the same tag-to-stall ratio. The new parking lot is scheduled to be completed during the fall of 2016. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.
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Capt. Lewis advises students to take safety precautions
he Upper Valley proves a wonderfully peaceful and safe place for young adults to get an education. Yet, often that serenity blinds students into neglecting to secure their homes. “That’s probably one of the number one things: Secure your home, close your drapes and lock your doors,” Rexburg Police Captain Randy Lewis said. Lewis says police occasionally get reports of unwelcome people entering apartments. “Every year that goes on. I’m not saying it’s a daily or weekly thing, but it happens,” he said. Lewis reports that it hasn’t been unusual for thieves to sneak in at night and take expensive items like laptop computers. He noted that this school year there has been a significant amount of burglaries. “We’ve had burglars go check these apartments while people are asleep. They’ll look through windows and see somebody has a laptop on the table. They’ll walk 10 steps into the apartment, and they’re gone,” Lewis said. There have also been cases where young women have awoken to someone in their bedrooms. “They couldn’t see the face, but someone was hovering over and looking at them. They scream, and the person takes off. All those are very serious calls,” he said. Lewis encouraged students to park their cars where there’s lots of street lamps and to walk in welllit areas. Lewis suggested that landlords add extra lighting to apartment complexes and parking lots. He also urged them to place surveillance cameras on their rental property. “Make sure your parking lot is well-lit.
Lighting and even surveillance is needed. Surveillance cameras are so cheap anymore. With surveillance cameras, you can record,” Lewis said. “Those are all good things to encourage. The managers or the owners are
“Let someone know where you’re going, and try to go in groups,” he said. Lewis cautioned students about staying out of parks after dark. “A lot of students will go out there after they’ve had a bad day. They’ll go out there and meditate. That’s just asking for trouble,” he said. Davis warned students to be familiar with the areas they frequent, and especially so while on campus at night. He stressed that BYU-Idaho officials are always concerned about student safety and are consistently working on ways to improve conditions on campus. “At night, in any of those buildings, we have people up there that shouldn’t be up there roaming around. Be aware of your surroundings. If something looks out of place, it probably is,” he said. “You can tell if a person belongs there. When you get that feeling that they don’t, get out,” he said. The number one key to safety is securing apartment doors, Lewis said. He reported two instances where criminals got into homes and exposed themselves or attempted to molest residents all because students left doors unlocked. While there will always be bad guys out there breaking the law or taking advantage of residents’ belief that crime happens elsewhere, Lewis says that generally Rexburg is a very nice place to live. “Overall it’s a safe community, but it’s better to be aware and on your toes,” he said.
While there will always be bad guys out there breaking the law or taking advantage of residents’ belief that crime happens elsewhere, Lewis says that generally Rexburg is a very nice place to live.
fulfilling their requirements in making it a safe place to reside.” Lewis emphasized that there really is safety in numbers.
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Tutoring at BYU-Idaho
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ollege is perhaps one of the most stressful times in one’s lifetime. Many students tend to feel overwhelmed with the responsibilities of work, studies, good grades and a social life. Success in all of these categories may seem impossible, but there are many ways you can struggle less. One way you can lighten your stress load in college is getting the help you need in your college courses. Some may think working with a tutor is uncomfortable or a waste of time. Both of those are myths, and at BYU-Idaho there are so many options to help you gain success. Tutoring at BYUIdaho is free. To request a tutor, you can go online to http://www.byui.edu/academic-support-centers or you can go to the Academic Support Center on the second floor of the David O. McKay Library. When logged in to your student account you can request a tutor for your specific courses. You can figure out a time that will work with your schedule and choose a tutor for that time. You can also choose a tutor by name once you have found the right person who works well with you.
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If you need help on homework due the same day, you can also walk in the tutoring center and receive help on the spot. Not all subjects have a walk-in tutor session, but the subjects that do are math, writing and reading. Another academic help program is the Presentation Practice Center. Located on the third floor of the Joseph F. Smith Building, the PPC can help with public speaking, whether you are giving a speech in class or not. One important thing to remember is the time of your tutor session. If you do not make the appointment or you do not cancel it 12 hours before the scheduled time, you will be fined either $5 or $10. So if you are burdened with the many aspects of life, one way to lighten your load is to request a tutor when you want an extra eye to read your paper or an extra set of skills to work with you on a math problem. Don’t be ashamed or uncomfortable to ask for the help you need to succeed. Help is available right at your fingertips.
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Rexburg for Refugees.
So instead of doing anything, I found myself feeling sad as I scrolled past photos of shivering children crammed too tightly into large boats. Their eyes pleaded for help I didn’t know how to give. Finally, something inside of me switched when I was sitting in the General Women’s session of the LDS General Conference. Some familiar words have kept coming back to mind as I’ve tried to change my paradigm from helpless to helping. “I’m not my brother’s keeper, but I am my brother’s brother.” This refugee crisis is a pressing one These people are my brothers and with more than 60 million refugees sisters and I have made a covenant with displaced from their homes worldwide. God to mourn with them, comfort them, serve them. Now to do it from some umpteen thousand miles away. I just have to start. We all do. We are called to lift encourages women and families in and out of the Mormon faith to lend a hand of aid to our brothers the hands that hang down in whatever capacity we may be able to. and sisters in need. This refugee crisis is a pressing one with more I felt helplessly compassionate toward the millions of displaced families that are endeavoring than 60 million refugees displaced from their to find safety and refuge in the most dire of ways. homes worldwide. My husband, Eric, and I have started a group in But what could I do? I haven’t had a thought take hold of me so strongly in a while. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I’ve felt this compelled to do something. My church, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, has recently encouraged its members to aid in the worldwide refugee crisis. You may have heard of the #iwasastranger initiative that
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Rexburg called Rexburg for Refugees. Our goal is to help others know how they can help and assist them in their efforts to do so. Each week, Eric and I will pick up in-kind donations needed from the International Rescue Committee in Salt Lake City. We will gather, sort and transport the donations to the IRC in Salt Lake. We are so passionate about finding ways to help and hope you will share in our desire to serve. If you’d like to get involved, email us at rexburgforrefugees@gmail.com or text us. Eric – 480-570-0503 or Emmilie – 707-672-3899. Students can help by contacting their apartment manager to set up a donation box in a high traffic area of your complex. You can spread the word about needed donation items and Rexburg for Refugees will pick up your donations each week. Email us at rexburgforrefugees@gmail.com to schedule a pick up. Thank you for your service and support. Let’s make a difference together. Be sure to visit us on Facebook at Rexburg for Refugees.
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Here is a list of donation items the IRC is in need of: **items may be new or used (see ineligible used donation list below) Personal Hygiene: Body wash Body lotion Deodorant Hair brush/comb Razors Tooth brush Toothpaste Towel set Toilet paper Shampoo/conditioner Feminine hygiene products Home cleaning supplies: Multi-purpose cleaner Sponges
Scrub brush Toilet cleaner Hand soap Laundry detergent Mop/broom Paper towels Bucket Baby items: Newborn diapers Size 1 diapers Baby wipes Teething toys Baby bottles Pacifiers
Nail clippers Baby wash
Baby lotion Diaper cream Outlet covers Gift cards to locations such as: Target Walmart Smiths Albertson’s (Please no gift cards to Broulim’s) Adult work bags: Back pack Reusable water bottle Insulated lunch bag Watch Planner Notebook
Pens Mini first aid kit Handmade quilts (Full and twin sized. No t-shirt quilts) Used items not eligible for donation: Car Seats Stuffed Animals Helmets Linens/Towels School Supplies Hygiene Items Cleaning Supplies Vacuum Cleaners Bed Pillows
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Everyone Welcome Come and enjoy classes, activities, entertainment, and more. www.byui.edu/education-week