Brigham Young University (BYU) is a private research university located in Provo, Utah, United States, owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) as the flagship institution of its Church Educational System. Founded in 1875 by Brigham Young, the second president of the LDS Church, BYU originated from the earlier Brigham Young Academy. The university emphasizes faith-based education that integrates religious principles into academic pursuits, promoting conservative values and moral development alongside intellectual growth. BYU maintains a strict Honor Code that enforces behavioral standards including prohibitions on alcohol, tobacco, and certain sexual activities outside marriage. With over 30,000 students, BYU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, maintains low tuition rates for students adhering to its standards, and is known for its research contributions, NCAA Division I athletic programs, and global outreach initiatives. The university has faced controversies related to Honor Code enforcement, diversity issues, and social policies while influencing networks of conservative religious and political thought through its prominent alumni.