An Archive for the
Young Religious Unitarian Universalist

1983-2008

Synapse

Starting from 1983, Continental YRUU released Synapse, a newspaper that was issued three times annually. Due to budget constraints in 2005, the publication transitioned to two online releases consolidated into one printed edition. By 2007, the UUA's Office of Youth Ministries ceased Synapse's publication, citing insufficient submissions and staffing. Instead, they revealed plans to introduce a newsletter published three times a year as a replacement.

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Collage of various newspapers and magazines with the title 'SYNAPSE'.

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Handbooks and Handouts

These documents are what made YRUU keep running. With supportive ideas that were made to be share all over the Continent.

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A circular digital art graphic split into two halves: the left half has a black background with white radial lines forming a ring, and the right half has a white background with black radial lines forming a ring.

Web Archives

At the end of YRUU the internet was starting to really be used for conversations and archives. These are a collection of what remains on the web.

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Mugbooks

For every conference whether it was district, regional, or continental there typically was a book made by the youth. This book held photos from the conference and a directory to keep in touch. Many people have been storing these for decades in their homes as lasting keepsakes.

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Once we get the collection started we ask that you check to make sure you aren’t duplicating what is already there. Your submissions will be reviewed and all addresses and phone numbers will be blurred.

If you have a Mugbook to share for the collection please send it to us!

Illustration of water droplets falling into a body of water, creating ripples and splashes.
Group of diverse people holding a pink banner that reads 'Pride Rainbow Project' during a pride event, with colorful outfits and rainbow accessories, in an urban outdoor setting.

Make Your Own Pride Banner

Once upon a time, …
5 youth had an idea, a BIG idea, to make a BIG difference. 

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