Guest Speakers/Resources
Money money money! We got none! We have to pay for tuition, rent, car, books, dates, activities, everything! Aaaggghh! There is this resource that can help you with figuring out these things!
What is the financial fitness center?
"I kept asking—and the question I keep asking—is why not both? Why can’t I do both?"
Who is Dr. Jarica Watts?
Oh no! My girlfriend broke up with me! My boys are saying to hit the gym and how that will solve my problems! I don't believe them! I don't where I can go for help to concentrate and learning new coping exercises...
What is CAPS?
This person said that this class is their "Go and do without knowing what to do."
Who is Dr. Jarica Watts?
This new GE class can replace one of the following classes: Physical Science, Biological Science, Letters, Arts, Social Science, Civilization 1, and Civilization 2.
What is University 101?
You never know what one is going through! If there is a moment when you feel like you need help because you can no longer focus well, or because you have a lot of anxiety, or other concerns, check out this resource!
What is CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services)?
"So how do you best respond when mental or emotional challenges confront you or those you love?"
"Fatigue is the common enemy of us all—so slow down, rest up, replenish, and refill."
"Don’t assume you can fix everything, but fix what you can."
Who is Elder Jeffrey R. Holland?
I was born in Pennsylvania and I love it there! I felt like I could enjoy my culture there and also understand those in my community! But now, I hate being in Utah! I feel like I don't fit it! It's so frustrating! Does BYU have a place I can go to fit in?
What is the Office of Belonging?
Academic + learning! Traits of this kind of person include humility, patience, teaching others, open-mindedness, and more!
What is a disciple-scholar?
The team that defeated BYU in March Madness!
Who is Duquesne?
When these speakers came to class, Professor Watts encouraged everyone to start an important process right away. Who were these speakers? (Hint: The location of this resource from which the speakers work is in the Wilkinson center)
What is the Career Studio?
"As you can see he wrote the talk. I gave it—and it was a total disaster. He received a lot of compliments for his, and I received gratuitous smiles for mine."
Who is Patricia T. Holland?
As a broke college student, I feel like I don't have a place to workout anymore. But I'm into swimming and high fitness classes. Could there be a place I can go to?
What is the Smithfield house? / What is the Richards building?
Professor Watts shared how important it is to find _____! ______ help us with guidance and share valuable insights about perspectives and help you grow. (Hint: We went outside!)
What are academic and spiritual mentors? / What are mentors? / What is mentorship?
He used to be ugly! Fortunately (or unfortunately), he fell off a 100 foot cliff. Let's just say he was able to do more afterwards, and then he looked better! DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Who is Cosmo the cougar? (It's safe to say that he got a COSMetic surgery!)
This guest speaker came a while back and gave great tips on having a successful college experience! (Hint: This speaker emphasized taking care of yourself too to be the successful!)
Who is Dr. Mike Johnson? / What is time management? / What is effective studying?
"...truth does exist, it does matter, and it can be discerned. A major part of your purpose here at BYU is to enhance your knowledge of the truth and your ability to discern it. In fact, a major part of our purpose in this mortal existence is to enhance and refine our ability to discern, apply, and ultimately internalize truth."
Who is Kevin J. Worthen?
My wife and I just had a kid and now, I feel like I am far behind and can't catch up. Looks like I'm done for....unless I can talk to someone about this....
What are professors?
This important lesson was taught by explaining the importance of constant growth for others and being an example to others in what we do and how we live. Hint: Everyone shared with a partner what you would tell a high school peer.
What is progression? / What is being a light to others? / What is how is BYU unique? / What is measuring your life?
Here's something wild! In 1925, two cougar cubs (Cleo and Tarbo) were brought to campus to serve as mascots! They were kept on the south side of Temple Hill until 1929 when they broke out of their cage! One of the faculty members yelled, "The cougars are out!"
This incident inspired a tradition that is still seen in the BYU football games.
What is the BYU Fight Song?
The goal of BYU isn't to kick you out...
What is the honor code office? / Who is Kevin Utt?
"What would it look like if each of us were our own well-stocked humanitarian organization? Instead of just giving out tangible goods in foreign locations, what if we had the richness of dispensing healing, friendship, respect, peaceful dialogue, sincere interest, protective listening of children, birthday remembrances, and conversations with strangers?" DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Who is Sharon Eubank?
Lawyers. Doctors. Medicine. Dentistry. What do these have in common?
What is pre-professional advisement?
The point of this lesson was demonstrated by having everyone create a timeline of all of their life accomplishments (big or small).
What is how can I see divine direction in the history of BYU? / What is how can I see my future in my history? / What is how can I influence in my future? / What is how can I measure my progress and accomplishments?
There is a baptismal font in this building....
What is the JSB?