To show respect for the learning process, casual dress is discouraged on campus and is not appropriate for the classroom. Modest and clean casual dress may be worn to outdoor and recreational activities where a higher standard is not specified. Casual dress would include clothing like knee-length shorts, capris, T-shirts, PE-type clothing and flip-flop type shoes.
Standards of Dress
Campus and Classroom Dress
Every time you walk into a classroom on this campus, you are walking into a space that has been dedicated and set apart by the prophets of God. This is the Lord's university, a temple of learning, a disciple preparation center. When you look in the mirror in the morning before you walk on this campus, say to yourself: "I want to be a disciple of the Savior; and I am going to look like, and act like, and, in fact, be a disciple of the Savior today." If it is a devotional day, dress in your temple best. On other days remember who you are and wear clothes that are a notch or two up from jeans and T-shirts."
(President Kim B. Clark, "God Hath Prepared a More Excellent Way," BYU-Idaho Devotional, September 5, 2006)
"If you come to class better dressed, you will help to establish a sense of respect, seriousness of purpose, and focus that will affect how the class works. Through your obedience and through raising your personal bar, you will bring a better spirit to class and help to create an environment in which the Holy Ghost can minister, not only to you, but everyone around you. This means that raising your personal bar for dress and grooming is not just about you. It is an act of faith, kindness, service, and love for those around you. It is a powerful step on the path of discipleship. "
(President Kim B. Clark)