He has taught biochemistry to thousands of premedical, predental and other science students during his fifteen years at BYU. In addition to being a rigorous teacher, Professor Graves shares life experiences with his students helping them to understand how the gospel, science and family life can all coexist comfortably and bring happiness. In addition to his didactic classroom teaching, Dr. Graves has mentored a number of Ph.D., M.S. and undergraduate students in research focusing on significant diseases of pregnancy that affect large numbers of individuals. Importantly, his scholarship informs his teaching and provides relevant examples of the importance of understanding biochemistry. Professor Graves is an excellent example of a caring teacher whose contributions affect students and colleagues alike. He is fully committed to the mission of Brigham Young University.