Rexburg Confidential

In this episode of Rexburg Confidential, Noah shares his perspective on dating at BYU-Idaho, shaped by his faith, personal values, and experiences navigating relationships. He explains why choosing a faith-based university was important to him in finding a future spouse who shares his beliefs, and reflects on how that goal influences the way he approaches dating.He also shares a mix of humorous, awkward, and sometimes serious dating stories, including moments of miscommunication and situations where he had to navigate how to exit dates that just weren’t going well. Throughout the conversation, Noah emphasizes his belief that maintaining a positive mindset plays a significant role in shaping dating experiences and outcomes.The episode also touches on broader themes of emotional boundaries and respect in relationships, along with Noah’s experience balancing school, social life, and other challenges while in college.

In this episode, Will talks about the stark reality of trying to make friends and build a social life at BYU-Idaho—past all the smiles and greetings, it can feel isolating, and ghosting is all-too-common.He shares his own experience with ghosting, and we talk about how common it really is on campus. People meet, seem genuinely friendly in the moment, make plans, and then disappear when it’s actually time to follow through. And it’s not just Will—he’s talked with a lot of other people who say they’ve run into the same pattern, and that it feels pretty widespread on campus.We also touch on Will’s early struggles with campus housing, including how difficult it was to get settled when he first arrived in Rexburg, as well as the unexpected theft of his personal belongings upon arrival. He also reflects on the lack of activity and inconsistent attendance in the on-campus singles wards, and how that added another layer of difficulty in trying to find a steady sense of community.However, through all of that, Will pushed beyond the expected lack of social life, the ghosting, and the cliché “BYU-I DO” culture to build his own more intentional and fulfilling circle of friends. As he puts it, “I’d rather have 4 quarters than 100 pennies.”

In this episode, Alex shares what dating at BYU-Idaho has actually looked like for her, including two situations with men in positions of authority and trust that weren’t what they seemed—and the pressure she felt to stay quiet about it.She also talks about her experience on Mutual, what she encountered there, and why she’s chosen to step away from it.Alex reflects on what she’s learned about recognizing red flags, trusting herself, and moving forward differently.Despite everything she’s been through, she’s choosing to “just keep swimming,” and to share her story so other women know they’re not alone.Follow us on Instagram @rexburg_confidential or on our Rexburg Confidential Facebook page to hear updates on our next episode.