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At Brigham Young University, the Royal Team launched “Bridge the Gap.” While BYU is a private institution, the campaign unfolded in Utah at a moment when new legislation had dismantled diversity offices across public campuses. That context underscored the urgency of conversations about belonging and representation.
The team’s approach was rooted in dialogue. Six interactive booths invited more than 600 participants to share their stories, and 162 were documented on a “Come Share Your Story” wall. The students also partnered with the university’s vice president of belonging and included the perspective of a Honduran refugee and Crumbl franchise owner, whose experience illustrated resilience and connection.
Their blend of personal storytelling, media outreach and institutional partnership earned the team a place on the podium and underscored how cultural identity work can bridge divides in challenging environments.
By Elleyne Aldine and John Liang
