"The standard is clear. If something we think, see, hear, or do distances us from the Holy Ghost, then we should stop thinking, seeing, hearing, or doing that thing. If that which is intended to entertain, for example, alienates us from the Holy Spirit, then certainly that type of entertainment is not for us. Because the Spirit cannot abide that which is vulgar, crude, or immodest, then clearly such things are not for us." (Elder David A. Bednar, "That We May Always Have His Spirit to Be with Us," Ensign, May 2006)
The Student Honor Office is located in 270 Kimball Building and is open Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. We may also be reached by calling 208-496-9300 or by e-mailing us at sho@byui.edu
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Principles of Personal Honor
"True at all Times"
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Personal honor is integrity in fulfilling commitments, responsibilities, and covenants.
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Personal honor begins with willing obedience and is fully developed when we consistently govern ourselves by true principles.
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Personal honor increases spiritual strength through the ministry of the Holy Ghost.
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Personal honor is central to every aspect of our lives, including the BYU-Idaho experience.
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Personal honor brings us joy and happiness; deepens our desire to love, serve, and lift others; and ultimately helps us to become more like the Savior.
Continuing Student Ecclesiastical Endorsement
BYU-Idaho will implement a new Continuing Ecclesiastical Endorsement process beginning Winter Semester 2010. For details visit our Continuing Endorsement page.

