Malia Jensen

When Melissa Larson took her first accounting class as an undergraduate student at Brigham Young University, she felt overwhelmed. As she received support from faculty and peers, Larson acclimated to the classes. That was over 20 years ago, and Larson still finds herself in accounting classes, this time as the professor. General Education is excited to join the University in celebrating Larson, director of the School of Accountancy, as the 2025 General Education Professorship Award. This award recognizes her teaching, course development, and commitment to General Education.

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On March 26, 2025, Laura Bridgewater, dean of the College of Life Sciences, presented her lecture “Integrating Faith” at the Inspiring Teaching Workshop. She discussed with faculty the importance and outcomes of being called to teach students in a spiritually strengthening way.

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Dallin Bundy was selected as a 2025 Truman Scholar, the fifth BYU student in five consecutive years to receive this award. Bundy’s passion for public service and commitment to government and policy work have been key drivers in his journey to becoming a Truman Scholar.

Undergraduate Education Associate Dean Chip Oscarson hosted an Inspiring Teaching Workshop, “Seeking the Virtuous through General Education,” on February 24, 2025. The workshop provided an opportunity for faculty to consider how they can help their students become more Christlike.

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This year, 16 students and alumni from Brigham Young University have been named semi-finalists for the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program.