Brigham Young University. Beaver Branch

The Brigham Young University Beaver Branch was formally called Beaver Branch Brigham Young University and abbreviated as BBBYU. Beaver Branch was a religious high school that began as part of Brigham Young Academy. It was open to all faiths, but based on LDS doctrine and required ecclesiastical endorsement for admission. It was located at the entrance of Beaver canyon. Presidents included Benjamin Cluff, jr. and George H. Brimhall. In 1908, it was renamed Murdock Academy.

Variant names

BBBYU

Beaver Branch Brigham Young University

Description

Established: 1903

Abolished: 1908

Location: Fort Cameron, Utah (1903-1908)

Functions

The Beaver Branch of Brigham Young University was a three-year preparatory school responsible for teaching high school courses to future teachers. Courses included Theology, Music, Math, English, History, Science, and Theory of Teaching.

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Associated Units

Superior unit: Brigham Young University (1903-1908)

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Maintenance Information

Record ID: EAC-2011-00043

LCCN: no2009048194

Creator: UPB