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BYU celebrates 150 years since its founding on Oct. 16, 1875.

A yearlong celebration includes a detailed historical exhibit at Harold B. Lee Library.

The exhibit highlights milestones like the 1903 name change and 1925 library opening.

PROVO — BYU is turning 150 this coming Thursday. Exactly a century and a half ago, on Oct. 16, 1875, the deed of trust was signed for the founding of Brigham Young Academy. The first classes began 2½ months later, in January 1876.

To celebrate turning a century and a half, without interruption, BYU is throwing a yearlong party. All over campus, you'll find displays, signs and banners shouting "happy birthday." South of the administration building, for example, the grounds department has spelled out "150" i

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