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French Horror Films Give Insight to Country's Inner Feelings Thu, 08 May 2008 14:30:00 GMT Olivier has a passion for these films and argues that this 'seemingly frivolous' art form deserves academic attention-but not because of outstanding cinematic quality. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68519 nn.byu.edu:2008:68519 BYU STudents Present Research on European Union Affairs Thu, 08 May 2008 14:30:00 GMT BYU students won scholarships and rights to publication at the annual Undergraduate Research Conference in Claremont, Calif. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68520 nn.byu.edu:2008:68520 Cougar Softball Team in Final Week of Play Thu, 08 May 2008 14:30:00 GMT The BYU Women's softball team has begun their last week of regular season play with five games this week. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68521 nn.byu.edu:2008:68521 BYU Baseball Team Falls to WSU in Ninth Thu, 08 May 2008 14:30:00 GMT BYU led late in the game against the Washington St. Cougars Tuesday, but costly errors and shaky pitching eventually decided the outcome as WSU won the contest 13-7. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68522 nn.byu.edu:2008:68522 Scout, Y Team Join Forces for Project Thu, 08 May 2008 14:29:00 GMT Robinson is now working with the BYU baseball team to try and bring baseball equipment to needy children in the Dominican Republic. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68517 nn.byu.edu:2008:68517 ROTC Team Lauded at Competition Thu, 08 May 2008 14:29:00 GMT The BYU Reserve Officer Training Core found success at the Sandhurst Competition at West Point http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68518 nn.byu.edu:2008:68518 ROTC Team Lauded at Competition Thu, 08 May 2008 14:29:00 GMT The BYU Reserve Officer Training Core found success at the Sandhurst Competition at West Point http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68518 nn.byu.edu:2008:68518 Letters to the DU Editor May 8, 2008 Thu, 08 May 2008 02:08:00 GMT Letters to the DU Editor May 8, 2008 http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68516 nn.byu.edu:2008:68516 Vatican Closes Records: Safety or Fear? Thu, 08 May 2008 02:04:00 GMT As of Monday, the Vatican has ordered all Catholic dioceses worldwide to cease showing membership records and registries to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68514 nn.byu.edu:2008:68514 Women Meet to Push Technology Field Wed, 07 May 2008 22:05:00 GMT Women exchanged business cards, discussed technology and listened to a successful businesswoman at Thanksgiving Point Wednesday for a networking event. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68515 nn.byu.edu:2008:68515 Webcam Operation Aids Soldier, Family Contact Wed, 07 May 2008 21:39:00 GMT Volunteers around Utah have been raising money for the project 'Operation Keep in Touch' in order to provide webcams to Utah public libraries. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68513 nn.byu.edu:2008:68513 Laboratory Gives Students Real Experience Wed, 07 May 2008 14:51:00 GMT BYU's Child and Family Studies Laboratory gives students opportunities to observe and practice what they learn in their classes in a real, functioning private preschool and kindergarten. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68507 nn.byu.edu:2008:68507 College, High School Teams Compete in UVSC Rodeo Wed, 07 May 2008 14:51:00 GMT Families of Utah Valley State College faculty and staff were decked out in cowboy hats and Wolverine apparel Monday night for a rodeo at the Wasatch County Events Center. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68509 nn.byu.edu:2008:68509 Local Duo Sets Out to Provide Teddy Bear Essentials Online Wed, 07 May 2008 14:51:00 GMT A new Provo-based company, Tykes Teddy Bears, opened up online last week offering affordable components to build stuffed animals. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68510 nn.byu.edu:2008:68510 Associate Dean: Choose Faith, Not Fear Wed, 07 May 2008 14:50:00 GMT Gregory Clark, associate dean in the College of Humanities, counseled students to choose faith and forsake fear during the first university devotional of spring term. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68505 nn.byu.edu:2008:68505 Dining Services New Online Magazine Offers Useful Info to Campus Eaters Wed, 07 May 2008 14:50:00 GMT Dining Services is helping students eat better at home and on campus with the May issue of their online food magazine. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68506 nn.byu.edu:2008:68506 Personal Attitude Carries Weight With School Choice Wed, 07 May 2008 14:50:00 GMT For many BYU students, who come to college with a variety of schooling backgrounds, educational success is more about attitude toward learning than where learning takes place. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68508 nn.byu.edu:2008:68508 Energy Drinks Give Boost Wed, 07 May 2008 14:49:00 GMT Students all over campus find themselves feeling sleep deprived and exhausted. Some students find energy drinks a perfect pick-me-up. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68502 nn.byu.edu:2008:68502 iProvo Sold to Private Company Wed, 07 May 2008 14:49:00 GMT Provo Mayor Lewis K. Billings announced Thursday the city's intention to sell the iProvo fiber-optic network for $40.6 million to Broadweave Networks. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68503 nn.byu.edu:2008:68503 Students Include Exercise in Their Daily Activities Wed, 07 May 2008 14:49:00 GMT Students find different ways to incorporate exercise into their daily routine, like climbing the stairs at the RB. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68504 nn.byu.edu:2008:68504 Students Include Exercise in Their Daily Activities Wed, 07 May 2008 14:49:00 GMT Students find different ways to incorporate exercise into their daily routine, like climbing the stairs at the RB. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68504 nn.byu.edu:2008:68504 Jazz Retreat Home to Re-group Wed, 07 May 2008 14:49:00 GMT The Utah Jazz returned home Sunday evening after the NBA revised the schedule for their second-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68512 nn.byu.edu:2008:68512 BYU Men's Soccer Kicks Off Trip to Fiji Tue, 06 May 2008 14:25:00 GMT The BYU Men's soccer team left for Fiji to participate in service projects, church activities, friendly matches and vacation as part of their annual international trip. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68498 nn.byu.edu:2008:68498 LDS Church Seeks to Inform Media Tue, 06 May 2008 14:24:00 GMT Despite frank statements by church leaders and an expanding worldwide membership, misinformation and misconceptions often plague the church's relationship with the media. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68491 nn.byu.edu:2008:68491 LDS Church Seeks to Inform Media Tue, 06 May 2008 14:24:00 GMT Despite frank statements by church leaders and an expanding worldwide membership, misinformation and misconceptions often plague the church's relationship with the media. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68491 nn.byu.edu:2008:68491 Inapprpriate Use of the term 'Mormon' Causes Confusion and Concern Among Members Tue, 06 May 2008 14:24:00 GMT The recent raids at the FLDS compound in Eldorado, Texas, have created confusion between LDS and FLDS churches, causing concern among BYU students who do not wish to be associated with FLDS beliefs. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68492 nn.byu.edu:2008:68492 Controversy Affects Missionary Work Tue, 06 May 2008 14:24:00 GMT Many investigating The LDS Church in France were confused when the French news mistakenly reported that Mormons were accused of forcing teens into plural marriages. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68493 nn.byu.edu:2008:68493 Unexpected Journey: The Story of a Gates Scholarship Recipient Tue, 06 May 2008 14:24:00 GMT A gifted BYU student found her niche for history and politics. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68494 nn.byu.edu:2008:68494 Students Celebrate Nurses Week in Service Tue, 06 May 2008 14:24:00 GMT In celebration of National Nurses Week BYU's Nursing College will provide students with free blood pressure checks. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68495 nn.byu.edu:2008:68495 Man Found Dead in Provo River Tue, 06 May 2008 14:24:00 GMT A homeless man was found dead by a fisherman in a canal next to the Provo River Sunday afternoon and an autopsy shows he drown. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68496 nn.byu.edu:2008:68496 'Twilight' Author Releases New Book Tue, 06 May 2008 14:23:00 GMT A new alien romance novel by Stephanie Meyer, titled 'The Host,' hits bookstores today. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68490 nn.byu.edu:2008:68490 Apostle's Remarks Focus on Music Mon, 05 May 2008 14:23:00 GMT Elder Russel M. Nelson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke to students Sunday evening (May 4) at the Marriott Center. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68478 nn.byu.edu:2008:68478 President Monson Urges 'Joy in the Journey' Mon, 05 May 2008 14:23:00 GMT The new prophet accompanied by his wife and their daughter counseled the sisters on how to 'find joy in the journey now.' http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68479 nn.byu.edu:2008:68479 President Monson Urges 'Joy in the Journey' Mon, 05 May 2008 14:23:00 GMT The new prophet accompanied by his wife and their daughter counseled the sisters on how to 'find joy in the journey now.' http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68479 nn.byu.edu:2008:68479 RSL Ties With L.A, Beckham Mon, 05 May 2008 14:23:00 GMT The L.A. Galaxy came up with a draw, 2-2, against Real Salt Lake in a game featuring high-powered offensive attacks from both sides. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68480 nn.byu.edu:2008:68480 Medical Malpractice Suits Cause More Expenses and Fewer Doctors Mon, 05 May 2008 14:22:00 GMT Issues and controversies, like medical liability reform, are being tugged from their shadows to be diagnosed and treated by each candidate. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68481 nn.byu.edu:2008:68481 Victorian Masterworks on Display at MOA Mon, 05 May 2008 14:22:00 GMT BYU students and visitors attended the BYU Museum of Art's Celebration of May Day. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68482 nn.byu.edu:2008:68482 Taxpayers Can Check Refund Status Online Mon, 05 May 2008 14:22:00 GMT Taxpayers should be able to check their current refund status seven days after filing electronically or four to six weeks after mailing it in. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68483 nn.byu.edu:2008:68483 Taxpayers Can Check Refund Status Online Mon, 05 May 2008 14:22:00 GMT Taxpayers should be able to check their current refund status seven days after filing electronically or four to six weeks after mailing it in. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68483 nn.byu.edu:2008:68483 Taxpayers Can Check Refund Status Online Mon, 05 May 2008 14:22:00 GMT Taxpayers should be able to check their current refund status seven days after filing electronically or four to six weeks after mailing it in. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68483 nn.byu.edu:2008:68483 Changes to Sex Offender Registry Makes Tracking Easier Mon, 05 May 2008 14:22:00 GMT It will be easier to track sex offenders in Utah with more information about where they spend their time and what vehicles they drive. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68484 nn.byu.edu:2008:68484 BYU Baseball Drops Two of Three to Lobos Mon, 05 May 2008 14:22:00 GMT The BYU Cougars dropped two of three games to the previous first place Lobos in a hard-fought weekend series. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68485 nn.byu.edu:2008:68485 Softball Splits Series With Utah Mon, 05 May 2008 14:22:00 GMT BYU women's softball team celebrated an exciting win on Friday, 5-4, followed by a devastating loss on Saturday to the University of Utah. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68486 nn.byu.edu:2008:68486 Men's Track Produces Season Bests at Weber Mon, 05 May 2008 14:21:00 GMT BYU Men's track and field team managed to 'stay loose and win some events' Saturday. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68487 nn.byu.edu:2008:68487 Arts and Entertainment Calendar for May 6-12 Fri, 02 May 2008 20:50:00 GMT Arts and Entertainment Calendar for May 6-12 http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68477 nn.byu.edu:2008:68477 Modesty Conveys an Expression of Inner Commitment Fri, 02 May 2008 16:05:00 GMT Bagley and Wixom said, being modest among today's varying trends can be difficult but not impossible. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68471 nn.byu.edu:2008:68471 Qualifying for the Spirit Brings Illumination Fri, 02 May 2008 16:05:00 GMT Women learned how to recognize, qualify and follow the spirit. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68475 nn.byu.edu:2008:68475 Overcoming Pornography Requires Early Prevention Fri, 02 May 2008 16:05:00 GMT Presenters advised women on what resources and principles have been the most successful in helping individuals and families affected by pornography. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68476 nn.byu.edu:2008:68476 BYU Graduates Share Their Experiences From Ghana Fri, 02 May 2008 16:04:00 GMT BYU illustration graduates shared stories of the people they met during a trip to Ghana in 2006. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68472 nn.byu.edu:2008:68472 BYU Graduates Share Their Experiences From Ghana Fri, 02 May 2008 16:04:00 GMT BYU illustration graduates shared stories of the people they met during a trip to Ghana in 2006. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68472 nn.byu.edu:2008:68472 Women Can Fully Receive Preisthood Blessings Fri, 02 May 2008 16:04:00 GMT The workshop encouraged women to have faith, increase worthiness and trust in the Lord to receive the full blessings available through priesthood blessings. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68473 nn.byu.edu:2008:68473 Video Contest to Award $10,000 in Furniture Fri, 02 May 2008 16:04:00 GMT ForRent.com is giving away $10,000 in new furniture to the grand prize winner of a new video contest, which began on May 1. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68474 nn.byu.edu:2008:68474 Women Encouraged to Teach Children to Be Virtuous, Chaste Fri, 02 May 2008 15:56:00 GMT Women of Latin American descent gathered Thursday during the first Spanish session of Women's Conference. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68468 nn.byu.edu:2008:68468 Johnson Foundation Raises Awareness of Uninsured Citizens Fri, 02 May 2008 15:56:00 GMT Robert Wood Johnson Foundation hopes this week raises public awareness about the need for affordable and reliable health care coverage. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68469 nn.byu.edu:2008:68469 Movie Night at Miller Park to Featuer 'The Sandlot' Fri, 02 May 2008 15:56:00 GMT Cougar United will sponsor the annual Movie Night at Miller Field this Saturday, featuring 'The Sandlot.' http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68470 nn.byu.edu:2008:68470 For Real: RSL Silences 'Quakes in Cup Qualifier Fri, 02 May 2008 15:53:00 GMT Real Salt Lake beat the San Jose Earthquakes 4-0 at Rice-Eccles Stadium for their first U.S. Open Cup win of the season. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68467 nn.byu.edu:2008:68467 Police Educate BYU Community on Surviving Active Shootings Fri, 02 May 2008 15:45:00 GMT The BYU Police Department has attached a professionally produced video to its Web site to teach students and faculty how to handle an active gunman situation. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68464 nn.byu.edu:2008:68464 Police Educate BYU Community on Surviving Active Shootings Fri, 02 May 2008 15:45:00 GMT The BYU Police Department has attached a professionally produced video to its Web site to teach students and faculty how to handle an active gunman situation. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68464 nn.byu.edu:2008:68464 Women's Softball Team Hope to Extend Dual Lead Fri, 02 May 2008 15:45:00 GMT The Cougars fight to defend their position as both leaders in the Deseret First Duel and also front-runner in the Mountain West Conference. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68465 nn.byu.edu:2008:68465 Cougar Squads Split for Pair of Invitationals This Weekend Fri, 02 May 2008 15:45:00 GMT Track and field teams will be competing at invitational meets this weekend to prepare for upcoming regional and conference meets. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68466 nn.byu.edu:2008:68466 Trees Are Planted at Airport in Celebration of Arbor Day Fri, 02 May 2008 15:39:00 GMT Most cities in the valley will celebrate Arbor Day by planting trees to beautify their communities. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68462 nn.byu.edu:2008:68462 Trees Are Planted at Airport in Celebration of Arbor Day Fri, 02 May 2008 15:39:00 GMT Most cities in the valley will celebrate Arbor Day by planting trees to beautify their communities. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68462 nn.byu.edu:2008:68462 UVSC to Host Rodeo Fri, 02 May 2008 15:39:00 GMT UVSC is holding a rodeo in Heber City as part of the UVUphoria! countdown to the celebration of UVSC becoming Utah Valley University in July. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68463 nn.byu.edu:2008:68463 Holocaust Victims Remembered on Yom HaShoah Fri, 02 May 2008 15:24:00 GMT Television and radio stations, teachers and various organizations all take part in memorial ceremonies and programs to remember Holocaust victims. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68460 nn.byu.edu:2008:68460 Batemans Discuss Temple Worship Fri, 02 May 2008 15:24:00 GMT A former president of BYU and his wife discussed the significance of coming unto Christ through temple attendance. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68461 nn.byu.edu:2008:68461 Sheri Dew Opens 2008 Women's Conference Fri, 02 May 2008 15:23:00 GMT Sheri Dew challenged women to be an influence to the world. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68459 nn.byu.edu:2008:68459 Sheri Dew Opens 2008 Women's Conference Fri, 02 May 2008 15:23:00 GMT Sheri Dew challenged women to be an influence to the world. http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68459 nn.byu.edu:2008:68459 2008 Friday Women's Conference Schedule Fri, 02 May 2008 15:16:00 GMT 2008 Women's Conference Schedule http://nn.byu.edu/story.cfm/68458 nn.byu.edu:2008:68458