Women's History Month
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Learn about the history, victories, and struggles of women, as well as their continued fight for equality.

Women's Stories View All

How Adoptee Found Birth Family Thanks to Mysterious Tattoo
How Adoptee Found Birth Family Thanks to Mysterious TattooFeb 19, 202553mA mysterious tattoo reunites Korean adoptee Sara Jones with her birth family.
A mysterious tattoo reunites Korean adoptee Sara Jones with her birth family.
An Awkard Meeting and Staying Curious in Conflict - Hélène Biandudi Hofer
An Awkard Meeting and Staying Curious in Conflict - Hélène Biandudi HoferJan 15, 202522mHélène Biandudi Hofer navigates an awkward meeting where a client tried to sideline her.
Hélène Biandudi Hofer navigates an awkward meeting where a client tried to sideline her.
A Journey of Uncomfortable Healing – Constance Scharff
A Journey of Uncomfortable Healing – Constance ScharffJan 8, 202521mConstance Scharff, the “Indiana Jones of mental health research,” shares her journey of healing.
Constance Scharff, the “Indiana Jones of mental health research,” shares her journey of healing.
A Car Accident and an Unexpected Friendship - Becca Obeng
A Car Accident and an Unexpected Friendship - Becca ObengDec 11, 202418mBecca Obeng shares how she turned a car crash into a moment of connection and unlikely friendship.
Becca Obeng shares how she turned a car crash into a moment of connection and unlikely friendship.
A High Schooler Learns to Redefine Intelligence and Success – Malu Estevam
A High Schooler Learns to Redefine Intelligence and Success – Malu EstevamNov 27, 202416mStruggling with an advanced math class, Malu Estevam learned to redefine intelligence and success.
Struggling with an advanced math class, Malu Estevam learned to redefine intelligence and success.
A Loaded Question from a Stranger Sparked by a T-shirt Slogan - Vanessa Otero
A Loaded Question from a Stranger Sparked by a T-shirt Slogan - Vanessa OteroDec 4, 202420mVanessa Otero shares how she turned a loaded question on women’s sports into a thoughtful dialogue.
Vanessa Otero shares how she turned a loaded question on women’s sports into a thoughtful dialogue.
From Ignorance to Advocacy – Carrie Hill
From Ignorance to Advocacy – Carrie HillOct 9, 202415mWhile contracting with a nonprofit, Carrie Hill chose to confront the harsh reality of child abuse.
While contracting with a nonprofit, Carrie Hill chose to confront the harsh reality of child abuse.
A College Project and Some Uncomfortable Truths - Michaela Birdyshaw
A College Project and Some Uncomfortable Truths - Michaela BirdyshawSep 18, 202413mA college project on Thomas Jefferson forced Michaela Birdy to face uncomfortable truths.
A college project on Thomas Jefferson forced Michaela Birdy to face uncomfortable truths.
A Hmong Refugee Breaks her Silence
A Hmong Refugee Breaks her SilenceSep 4, 202444mWhen she realized that her father had become a voice for her people, Kalia found the courage to ...
When she realized that her father had become a voice for her people, Kalia found the courage to ...
“People Aren't Buying What You're Selling” – Diana McLain Smith
“People Aren't Buying What You're Selling” – Diana McLain SmithSep 4, 202418mAfter spending years on her new book, Diana McLain Smith had to face a hard truth.
After spending years on her new book, Diana McLain Smith had to face a hard truth.
An Unexpected Conversation While Stuck on a Plane – Piper Hendricks
An Unexpected Conversation While Stuck on a Plane – Piper HendricksAug 28, 202418mOn a late-night flight, Piper Hendricks' seatmate dismissed a deeply personal practice.
On a late-night flight, Piper Hendricks' seatmate dismissed a deeply personal practice.
Disrespected at the Pool, She Decided to Confront the Culprits. – Meisha Lerato
Disrespected at the Pool, She Decided to Confront the Culprits. – Meisha LeratoJul 31, 202418mMeisha Lerato and friends were disrupted by rowdy boys at a pool and confronted their supervisor.
Meisha Lerato and friends were disrupted by rowdy boys at a pool and confronted their supervisor.
As a Kid in Iran, She Was Taught to Hate Jews. Then She Defended One in Court. — Shima Baughman
As a Kid in Iran, She Was Taught to Hate Jews. Then She Defended One in Court. — Shima BaughmanJul 10, 202422mShima Baughman was taught to hate Jews, but she challenged her prejudice by defending one in court.
Shima Baughman was taught to hate Jews, but she challenged her prejudice by defending one in court.
She Thought She Was a Good Friend. Then a Birthday Surprise Went Wrong. — Lisa Valentine Clark
She Thought She Was a Good Friend. Then a Birthday Surprise Went Wrong. — Lisa Valentine ClarkJul 10, 202422mLisa Valentine Clark shares how a birthday surprise gone wrong threatened a friendship.
Lisa Valentine Clark shares how a birthday surprise gone wrong threatened a friendship.

Women in History View All

Resilient Female Botanists Challenge the Untamed Colorado River
Resilient Female Botanists Challenge the Untamed Colorado RiverNov 13, 202458mA riveting but little-known tale of resilience and beauty at the edge of the impossible.
A riveting but little-known tale of resilience and beauty at the edge of the impossible.
Women of the Bush Dynasty, Underwater Vacuum Robots
Women of the Bush Dynasty, Underwater Vacuum RobotsMar 23, 202253mWomen of the Bush Dynasty, Underwater Vacuum Robots
Women of the Bush Dynasty, Underwater Vacuum Robots
Women in Blue, Flare Bracelet, Cascatelli
Women in Blue, Flare Bracelet, CascatelliMar 8, 202253mWomen in Blue, Flare Bracelet, Cascatelli
Women in Blue, Flare Bracelet, Cascatelli
Bush Women, Tribes on the Edge, Ratatouille Tik Tok Musical
Bush Women, Tribes on the Edge, Ratatouille Tik Tok MusicalNov 17, 20211h 44mBush Women, The 5 STA-Z, Singing Tool for Blind, Tribes on the Edge, Ratatouille Tik Tok Musical
Bush Women, The 5 STA-Z, Singing Tool for Blind, Tribes on the Edge, Ratatouille Tik Tok Musical
The Brave Women Who Protected Labor Rights
The Brave Women Who Protected Labor RightsNov 9, 202153mSince the 1800s, women have had a tremendous influence on labor rights.
Since the 1800s, women have had a tremendous influence on labor rights.
Iron Empires, Women of Pan Am, Lead in Pipes
Iron Empires, Women of Pan Am, Lead in PipesNov 9, 20211h 44mIron Empires, Cuttlefish in 3D Glasses, Women of Pan Am, Lead in Pipes
Iron Empires, Cuttlefish in 3D Glasses, Women of Pan Am, Lead in Pipes
The Women Who Battled Hitler
The Women Who Battled HitlerJun 21, 202253mMeet these Jewish women who bravely fought against Nazi forces in the Polish ghettos.
Meet these Jewish women who bravely fought against Nazi forces in the Polish ghettos.
Women Who Ruled the Wild West
Women Who Ruled the Wild WestMay 26, 202153mIn 1920, this all-female government cleaned up Jackson, Wyoming.
In 1920, this all-female government cleaned up Jackson, Wyoming.
When Women Invented TV
When Women Invented TVApr 12, 202153mFour women who pioneered television as we know it today. How Sesame Street started a revolution.
Four women who pioneered television as we know it today. How Sesame Street started a revolution.
Ida B. Wells
Ida B. WellsFeb 9, 202153mMichelle Duster tells the story of her great-grandmother Ida B. Wells and her fight for racial e...
Michelle Duster tells the story of her great-grandmother Ida B. Wells and her fight for racial e...
Black Women, Solar Flares, Study Retraction
Black Women, Solar Flares, Study RetractionJan 15, 20211h 46mBlack Women; Laser Weapons; Solar Flares; Dream Lab; Space Lettuce; Study Retraction
Black Women; Laser Weapons; Solar Flares; Dream Lab; Space Lettuce; Study Retraction
Women Sailing the World
Women Sailing the WorldJan 19, 202153mIn the 18th century, Jeanne Barret disguised herself as a man and became a talented botanist whi...
In the 18th century, Jeanne Barret disguised herself as a man and became a talented botanist whi...
Hill Women
Hill WomenJan 8, 202153mCassie Chambers Armstrong grew up in Appalachia and eventually attended both Yale and Harvard; s...
Cassie Chambers Armstrong grew up in Appalachia and eventually attended both Yale and Harvard; s...
Women Making it Happen
Women Making it HappenNov 10, 202053mThe Mother of Thanksgiving and wives of POWs who brought their husbands home
The Mother of Thanksgiving and wives of POWs who brought their husbands home

Women in Sports View All

Sami Oblad: Running Her Own Race
Sami Oblad: Running Her Own RaceFeb 26, 202534mSami went from dreaming of a volleyball career, to breaking records on the track.
Sami went from dreaming of a volleyball career, to breaking records on the track.
Natalie Broekman and Brogan Evanson: Leading the Next Generation
Natalie Broekman and Brogan Evanson: Leading the Next GenerationFeb 19, 202548mFormer BYU gymnasts turned coaches share their love for BYU and their path to coaching.
Former BYU gymnasts turned coaches share their love for BYU and their path to coaching.
Madelynne and Harrison Taggart
Madelynne and Harrison TaggartFeb 13, 202529mMadelynne and Harrison Taggart
Madelynne and Harrison Taggart
Rebekah Erikson: A Battle Unseen
Rebekah Erikson: A Battle UnseenFeb 12, 202541mRebekah shares how overcoming anxiety led her to break records in pole vaulting.
Rebekah shares how overcoming anxiety led her to break records in pole vaulting.
Kate and Nate Dahle
Kate and Nate DahleFeb 6, 202536mKate and Nate Dahle
Kate and Nate Dahle
Lexi Halladay-Lowry: Embracing the Imperfect
Lexi Halladay-Lowry: Embracing the ImperfectFeb 5, 202551mHear Lexi’s journey from NCAA cross country heartbreak to leading BYU to a national title.
Hear Lexi’s journey from NCAA cross country heartbreak to leading BYU to a national title.
Hailey Morrow: Leading with the Heart
Hailey Morrow: Leading with the HeartJan 22, 202537mBYU Softball star shares her journey of learning a new position in 25 days.
BYU Softball star shares her journey of learning a new position in 25 days.
Derwin and Vicki Gray
Derwin and Vicki GrayJan 16, 202556mDerwin and Vicki Gray
Derwin and Vicki Gray
Rebekah Bean Ripley: Life in Full Swing
Rebekah Bean Ripley: Life in Full SwingJan 15, 202536mThe former BYU gymnast shares her journey to social media inspiration.
The former BYU gymnast shares her journey to social media inspiration.
Meet the Hansens
Meet the HansensJan 9, 202551mMeet the Hansens
Meet the Hansens
Jordan Loera: The Joy of the Game
Jordan Loera: The Joy of the GameJan 8, 202533mThe BYU basketball coach talks about finding joy in building relationships!
The BYU basketball coach talks about finding joy in building relationships!
Mackenzie Miller Lung: The Breaststroke Queen
Mackenzie Miller Lung: The Breaststroke QueenDec 18, 202430mMackenzie talks about breaking the 200 breastroke record and leaving the sport a year early.
Mackenzie talks about breaking the 200 breastroke record and leaving the sport a year early.
Keila Kamoku: Breaking Barriers
Keila Kamoku: Breaking BarriersDec 11, 202443mKeila Kamoku shares her journey from Hawaii to BYU, softball success, and finding faith in Christ.
Keila Kamoku shares her journey from Hawaii to BYU, softball success, and finding faith in Christ.
Cole and Lauren Gambill
Cole and Lauren GambillDec 5, 202442mLauren McClain sits down with husband-and-wife duo Cole and Lauren Gambill
Lauren McClain sits down with husband-and-wife duo Cole and Lauren Gambill
Jennifer Hamson: Double the Passion
Jennifer Hamson: Double the PassionDec 4, 202437mHear about a dual-sport athlete's unique journey to the BYU Hall of Fame.
Hear about a dual-sport athlete's unique journey to the BYU Hall of Fame.
Jonathan and Kiri Tavernari
Jonathan and Kiri TavernariNov 21, 202453mJonathan and Kiri Tavernari
Jonathan and Kiri Tavernari
Ashley Garfield: Getting Down to Business
Ashley Garfield: Getting Down to BusinessNov 20, 202432mAshley Garfield shares her journey from BYU basketball to entrepreneurship.
Ashley Garfield shares her journey from BYU basketball to entrepreneurship.
Kemery Martín Congdon: BYU Debut
Kemery Martín Congdon: BYU DebutNov 13, 202432mHear about Kemery's basketball journey, her family's sports legacy, and prep for her last season.
Hear about Kemery's basketball journey, her family's sports legacy, and prep for her last season.
Amber Whiting: New Faces, New Goals
Amber Whiting: New Faces, New GoalsNov 6, 202433mCoach Whiting discusses coaching staff changes, their team culture, and her vision for the season.
Coach Whiting discusses coaching staff changes, their team culture, and her vision for the season.
Meet the Matthews Part 2
Meet the Matthews Part 2Oct 31, 202429mHost Lauren McClain is joined by former BYU sports stars Mitch Mathews and his wife Madie Mathews.
Host Lauren McClain is joined by former BYU sports stars Mitch Mathews and his wife Madie Mathews.
Meet the Matthews Part 1
Meet the Matthews Part 1Oct 24, 202432mHost Lauren McClain is joined by former BYU sports stars Mitch Mathews and his wife Madie Mathews.
Host Lauren McClain is joined by former BYU sports stars Mitch Mathews and his wife Madie Mathews.
Erin Bailey: The Rise of EB7
Erin Bailey: The Rise of EB7Oct 23, 202440mBYU Soccer forward opens up about her this season's team, recent injuries, and how gratitude has...
BYU Soccer forward opens up about her this season's team, recent injuries, and how gratitude has...
Brody and Kristen Kozlowski
Brody and Kristen KozlowskiOct 17, 202428mHost Lauren McClain is joined by BYU Basketball player Brody Kozlowski and his mother, a former ...
Host Lauren McClain is joined by BYU Basketball player Brody Kozlowski and his mother, a former ...
Amari Whiting: A Heart of Blue
Amari Whiting: A Heart of BlueOct 16, 202438mBYU basketball guard talks about bouncing back from a tough ACL injury and why she chose to deco...
BYU basketball guard talks about bouncing back from a tough ACL injury and why she chose to deco...
8 Easy Tips from Olympians for Boosting Resilience and Grit | Whittni Orton Morgan and Stephanie Rovetti
8 Easy Tips from Olympians for Boosting Resilience and Grit | Whittni Orton Morgan and Stephanie RovettiOct 15, 202430mLearn how to improve your resilience and grit from 2024 Paris Olympics athletes Whittni Orton Mo...
Learn how to improve your resilience and grit from 2024 Paris Olympics athletes Whittni Orton Mo...
Bronson and Hilary Kaufusi
Bronson and Hilary KaufusiOct 10, 202451mHost Lauren McClain is joined by former NFL and BYU football star Bronson Kaufusi, along with hi...
Host Lauren McClain is joined by former NFL and BYU football star Bronson Kaufusi, along with hi...
Tasha Bell: Mind Over Match
Tasha Bell: Mind Over MatchOct 9, 202444mBYU Women’s Soccer assistant coach and former UVU goalie, talks about her intensive academic jou...
BYU Women’s Soccer assistant coach and former UVU goalie, talks about her intensive academic jou...
Whittni Orton Morgan: Olympic Footsteps
Whittni Orton Morgan: Olympic FootstepsSep 25, 202445mBYU alum and Olympian shares her recent experience in Paris and all the people who helped her.
BYU alum and Olympian shares her recent experience in Paris and all the people who helped her.
Mary Lake Bennett: Return to the Game
Mary Lake Bennett: Return to the GameSep 18, 202441mFormer BYU Volleyball Libero and current pro talks about her return to the sport.
Former BYU Volleyball Libero and current pro talks about her return to the sport.
Ellie Walbruch and Tara Warner: Captains' Insights
Ellie Walbruch and Tara Warner: Captains' InsightsSep 11, 202429mBYU Soccer team captains give a review of last season and look ahead to this season's stand-out ...
BYU Soccer team captains give a review of last season and look ahead to this season's stand-out ...

Women in the Arts View All

Gracie Morbitzer: Modernizing Saints through Paint
Gracie Morbitzer: Modernizing Saints through PaintFeb 4, 202526mArtist Gracie Morbitzer explains her creative process in making the Saints modern and more relatabl
Artist Gracie Morbitzer explains her creative process in making the Saints modern and more relatabl
3 Tips for Finding Passion and New Purpose | Jenedy Paige
3 Tips for Finding Passion and New Purpose | Jenedy PaigeSep 3, 202435mArtist and American Ninja Warrior, Jenedy Paige, shares three ideas for finding passion and purp...
Artist and American Ninja Warrior, Jenedy Paige, shares three ideas for finding passion and purp...
Ceramic Artichokes and How to Decorate Authentically | Carrie Ann Rhodes
Ceramic Artichokes and How to Decorate Authentically | Carrie Ann RhodesAug 13, 202436mHow do you know what belongs in your space? Carrie Ann breaks down thoughtful design and decor w...
How do you know what belongs in your space? Carrie Ann breaks down thoughtful design and decor w...
Shell Company Ban, Advancing Women Artists, Color Me PhD
Shell Company Ban, Advancing Women Artists, Color Me PhDJan 25, 20211h 43mShell Company Ban; Health Care Costs; Color Me PhD; Advancing Women Artists; Pink Lights; Family...
Shell Company Ban; Health Care Costs; Color Me PhD; Advancing Women Artists; Pink Lights; Family...
Women's Art
Women's ArtJan 8, 202116mFine Art is Still Very Much a Man’s World, Even As Museums Claim Otherwise
Fine Art is Still Very Much a Man’s World, Even As Museums Claim Otherwise
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