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° News From the Y: Transition - A Presidential Tribute
President Bateman reflects on his presidency at BYU
Students might remember him for keeping BYU on the cutting edge of technology, increasing Devotional attendance and encouraging modesty. But what legacy would President Merrill J. Bateman like to leave behind when he completes his tenure at the end of April?
From Merrill J. Bateman to Cecil O. Samuelson
Elder Cecil O. Samuelson is looking forward to the perks of the calling he’ll assume May 1, when he becomes the 12th president of BYU.
President leaves mark on campus
In his seven years as president of BYU, President Bateman left his mark on the university, permanently changing the face of BYU.
BYU adds three new buildings
The construction of new buildings could perhaps be the most exciting of campus improvement projects. Three buildings to note are being built or re-modeled on campus.
Blast from the Past
Let’s take a stroll down memory lane - Daily Universe style. Here were some of the headlines and stories from previous issues.
Warren Dusenberry (1875 - 1876)
Warren Dusenberry purchased $50 worth of books and other school supplies and opened a school in Provo, where he began teaching with his brother, Wilson, in 1863.
Karl G. Maeser (1876 - 1892)
A prominent educator from Germany, Maeser converted to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and immigrated to Zion (Utah) shortly after the United States Civil War.
Benjamin Cluff, Jr. (1892 - 1903)
Benjamin Cluff made many decisions during his 12-year tenure that laid the foundation of BYU as we know it today.
George H. Brimhall (1903 - 1921)
Clothed with charisma and a passion for education, sound morals and true religion, George H. Brimhall took upon himself the mantle of university president in the fledging years of Brigham Young University.
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