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BYUSA Connections

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Welcome to BYUSA Connections!

BYUSA Connections focuses on strengthening the organization's relationship with individual students and supporting the volunteer needs of the organization. We concentrate on providing valuable and worthwhile volunteer experiences for all students interested in participating as BYUSA volunteers. Our job is to help each student find the right program for them and help them benefit from all that BYUSA has to offer.

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GET CONNECTED

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Join or Lead a Team

Want to learn more about the possibilities awaiting you in BYUSA? Click here to get connected with a current volunteer who can help you find the best fit for you!
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Cougs On Call

Looking for quick, simple ways to volunteer? Join the Cougs On Call text list to get notices about simple ways to serve on campus.
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Request Volunteer Help

Have a need for volunteer help at your event, booth, service project, etc.? Submit here for your opportunity to be shared with our Cougs On Call list.
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Contact Us

Feel free to contact us at byusaconnections@byu.edu if you have any questions or would like to get involved.
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CONNECTIONS AREA TEAMS

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Appreciation

Though, students volunteer out the goodness of their hearts, this team seeks to ensure that every volunteer is seen and that their contributions are noted.
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In Center Events

This team helps every student feel at home with BYUSA through creating inviting social events right in the BYUSA office.
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Onboarding

This team works to connect students with the right volunteer experience for them, based on their interests, skills, and talents.
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Recruitment Booths

This team runs weekly recruitment booths all around campus to be sure every student receives a personal invite to get involved.
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Social Media

This team works closely with the BYUSA Marketing Area to explore ways to connect with students volunteers online.
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Special Ops

This team invite students to get involved through seeking special opportunities to collaborate with other departments on campus.
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Training

This team provides training and support to ensure every student has the tools they need to succeed in their volunteer experience.
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Weekly Meeting

On behalf of the BYSUA President and Executive Vice President this team runs a weekly meeting for all volunteers to help connect all of BYUSA.
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AREA LEADERSHIP TEAM 2025-2026

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Ella Paligo

Executive Vice President
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Annie Walker

Volunteer Appreciation Director
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Braden Sidwell

Volunteer Recruitment Director
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Sean Tate

Connections Assistant
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