Whether in rock climbing classes or ExDM research classes, associate professor Peter Ward teaches students how to interlace academic and spiritual studies.

Macy LeCheminant's plans to become a professional vocalist were disrupted by an unexpected medical diagnosis. Now in the ExDM program, she allows her optimism to shape her opportunities.

As a freshman at BYU, Aaron Scribner was in a severe zip-lining accident. His injuries altered his life for four months, but he found a renewed drive to positively impact others.