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Church of Jesus Christ Announces BYU to Establish New Medical School Focused on International Health

Jul 29, 2024, 04:30 PM

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced on Monday, July 29, that Brigham Young University (BYU) will establish a new medical school. This initiative marks a significant expansion for BYU, which has traditionally focused on graduate disciplines such as business and law. The new medical school will emphasize international health issues and support the Church's worldwide humanitarian efforts. This development is expected to have a substantial impact on the medical field and the Church's global outreach programs. The announcement was accompanied by a photo from Nate Edwards, BYU Photo.