Last year, Bryce and I traveled to South Bend, Indiana to attend the BYU/Notre Dame football game. That campus was an experience. I loved the tradition and beauty that surround the entire University. One of my thoughts as I sat in their football stadium was this--BYU could learn a few things from Notre Dame.
The players attend mass before the game. Religious announcements were made right along with football related announcements. I was actually surprised at how much religion was incorporated into the whole experience. And they were not in the least embarrassed about it.
Now I do not think Catholic students are more religious than LDS students. Not at all. And maybe if I were not a Mormon attending a BYU football game, I would notice more religion than I do. But I was happy Saturday night when President Uchtdorf walked around the stadium waving at the students amid their enthusiastic cheers. He was greeted like a rock star. As he should be.
A wonderful reminder of the reason that BYU exists at all.
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I love BYU. When I graduated I charged out of there full of myself and glad to be out in the world making our way. When I reflect on BYU it is with great appreciation for the singular experience it is in campus life and education. And of course those six wonderful spouses of our children are a gift from BYU!
All of your children attended BYU! And you and Tim. That is really quite amazing. Yes, as you can tell, I too appreciate the unique contribution of BYU. Thanks for reminding me that many of my favorite people (you and your family) have Brigham Young University on their diploma.
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