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# Spirit of BYU-Idaho

We encourage you to learn more about the history of BYU-Idaho and help us preserve and enhance the unique "Spirit of Ricks."

## Downloadable Training Packets

## Downloadable Training Packets

The Spirit of Ricks Training Packet

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The Spirit of Ricks Training Manual

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## Basic Principles

About BYU-Idaho

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BYU-Idaho Mission Statement

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BYU-Idaho Honor Code Statement for Employees

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BYU-Idaho Learning Model

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7 Guiding Principles for BYU-Idaho

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Three Great Imperatives for BYU-Idaho

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Student Focused by Design

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Principles of Personal Honor for BYU-Idaho

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Every Employee a Teacher

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## Key Addresses

Inaugurations

Inaugural Response from President Henry J. Eyring

President Henry J. Eyring

September 19, 2017

Inaugurations

A Pioneer's Heart, A Disciple's Future

President Clark G. Gilbert

September 15, 2015

Devotionals

Building Zion Together

President Kim B. Clark

September 15, 2009

Devotionals

The Temple and the College on the Hill

President Henry B. Eyring

June 09, 2009

Devotionals

The Spirit of Ricks

President Kim B. Clark

September 18, 2007

Realizing the Mission of BYU-Idaho: Developing Disciple-Leaders

Elder Kim. B. Clark

May 10, 2007

Devotionals

The Spirit and Purposes of Gathering

Elder David A. Bednar

October 31, 2006

Inaugurations

Inaugural Response from President Kim B. Clark

President Kim B. Clark

October 11, 2005

Dedications

Ricks Building & Gardens Dedication Remarks

Elder David A. Bednar

February 18, 2005

Devotionals

Brigham Young University-Idaho: A Disciple Preparation Center

Elder David A. Bednar

August 31, 2004

Devotionals

A Steady, Upward Course

Elder Henry B. Eyring

September 18, 2001

Foundational Addresses

Announcement: Ricks College to Become BYU-Idaho

President Gordon B. Hinckley

June 21, 2000

Inaugurations

Inaugural Response from President David A. Bednar

President David A. Bednar

February 27, 1998

## Videos

The Spirit of Ricks

In this video, we see a brief history of BYU-Idaho and what makes this place so unique.

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BYU-Idaho "An Inspired Place"

BYU-Idaho seeks to develop students who are spiritually focused and ready for leadership in their families, the workplace, and the community.

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Seeking Learning by Study & Faith

Discover the key aspects that make a BYU-Idaho education an experience for a lifetime.

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The Wagonbox Prophecy

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BYU-Idaho YouTube page

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A Steady Upward Course

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Fulfilling the Mission

A retrospective look at the direction BYU-Idaho has taken since its inception. See highlights of remarks by former presidents and current President Clark G. Gilbert that demonstrate the university's commitment to the course laid out by Gordon B. Hinckley, then president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in his June 2000 press conference announcement that Ricks College would become BYU-Idaho.

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## Photos and Texts

Historical Pictures of BYU-Idaho

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The BYU-Idaho Story

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Teton Dam Flood of 1976

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Article about "Ricks College" from May 1971 Ensign

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Foundational Addresses

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The Spirit of Ricks: A History of Ricks College (1888-1997)

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## Key Quotes

"The seeds we are planting today will grow and become mighty oaks, and their branches will run all over the earth." (Principal Jacob Spori)

"[BYU-Idaho] was founded upon the firm belief there are extraordinary possibilities in ordinary people." (President John L. Clarke)

"This is a special college--there's not another one like it. The people you meet and the spirit you feel here will be one of your greatest treasures." (President Steven D. Bennion)

"Having begun my service as president of [BYU-Idaho] in July 1997, I quickly recognized the uniqueness of this great institution. I have a strong desire to preserve and enhance the 'spirit of Ricks.' " (President David A. Bednar)

"This is a school full of people united in their commitment to the Lord, striving to do His will, humble and teachable, willing to consecrate of their time and their talents in His work." (President Kim B. Clark)