LDS Council Updates – Summer 2024

University of Virginia, Mormon Studies Program

This summer, Jolene Bodily will step down as Chair of the UVA Mormon Studies Council, a position she has served since 2018.

The Council Accomplishments of Jolene Bodily

Bodily has served on the LDS Council since its inception in 2013, acting as its Co-Chair from 2015-2018 and its Chair from 2018-2024. Under Bodily’s leadership, the Council raised $1,003,000 with $345,000 going to endowed funds.

Bodily expresses gratitude for the opportunity to collaborate with bright minds and forward thinkers. Julee Ellsworth and Alison Bennett will serve as Co-Chairs as Prof. Maffly-Kipp assumes the new Bushman Chair in late summer.

Programs and Services Supported by Bodily’s Raised Funds:Doctoral and post-doctoral studyWorkshops and panelsLDSSA GatheringsScholarly ResearchThe Joseph Smith Lecture SeriesOur interactive, resource-rich website

About the LDS Council

The members of the LDS Council provide leadership in developing Mormon Studies at UVA, participate in its initiatives, and offer counsel on its goals.