Most recently, Dr. Brogdon was an associate professor of Political Science at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where he taught broadly in the fields of American politics, constitutionalism and political philosophy.

Brogdon’s scholarship examines American constitutionalism with special attention to the federal judiciary. He has published on the constitutional origins of judicial federalism and the development of the federal courts, among other topics. His work on the constitutional debate over inferior courts in the First Congress was named Article of the Year by the American Political Thought section of the American Political Science Association.

His current book project, Constitutional Foundations of the Modern Judiciary, utilizes the Quill Project as a robust research tool to recover the institutional logic that animated the framing of Article III of the Constitution.

Brogdon earned his doctoral degree in Political Science from Baylor University and master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Political Science at the University of West Florida. At Baylor, Brogdon held the R. W. Morrison Fellowship for Study of the Constitution and was named Richard D. Huff Distinguished Graduate Student.

Verlan's writing has been published by The Wall Street Journal,  Washington Post, Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, Political Science Quarterly, Studies in American Political Development, Presidential Studies Quarterly, Party Politics, Perspectives on Political Science, and The Forum, among others.

At UVU, he teaches courses on American politics, the U.S. Constitution, American political thought, and American political institutions. He earned graduate degrees from Cambridge University and the University of Virginia, and has held academic fellowships at Stanford University and Harvard University.

His recent co-authored book, The Myth of Left and Right, shows how the familiar left-right political spectrum harms America by undermining constitutional government in the United States.

Scott began at CCS in 2018 but has been involved with the Center since its inception in 2011.

Previously, Scott directed operations and strategy for UVU’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations. In that role, he worked with former UVU President Matthew Holland on national and international outreach for support of university priorities and initiatives, including CCS.

Coming to UVU from Brigham Young University, where he received his juris doctor, Scott’s legal studies centered on domestic and global religious-liberty issues. He also examined the relationship between famed jurist Sir Edward Coke and his one-time law clerk Roger Williams, founder of Rhode Island and early advocate for the liberty of conscience.

Scott oversees the partnership with the Quill Project at Pembroke College, Oxford University and is also responsible for CCS operations and fundraising. He launched and leads the Center's K–12 Consitutional Literacy Initiative.

He is editor of the online Federalism in America: An Encyclopedia. His work has appeared in Publius: The Journal of Federalism; The Review of Politics; Congress & the Presidency; Thinking Skills & Creativity; and others. He received a PhD in political science from the University at Albany and an MA in International Affairs from George Washington University.

She also co-hosts the Center for Constitutional Studies' podcast, This Constitution. She specializes in American political thought and constitutionalism. Her work has appeared in publications such as American Political Thought, The Forum, and Politics, Groups, and Identities, She received her PhD and MA in Politics and Government from Claremont Graduate University and a BS in political science from Brigham Young University. 

He recently retired from his long-time position as Executive Director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions, Lecturer in Politics, and Fellow of Forbes College at Princeton University. He is a Senior Research Fellow in the Witherspoon Institute and is a presidential appointee to the Board of Trustees of the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation.

Andy serves as associate director of the Center for Constitutional Studies at Utah Valley University and is the director of the Federalism Index Project.

He has published in various outlets, including The Wall Street Journal. Andy has taught classes in classical and modern political philosophy, American literature, and American political thought. He has research interests in modern political theory, political economy, and American federalism. He is the author of Montesquieu's Political Economy and Rival Visions: How Jefferson and His Contemporaries Defined the Early American Republic.

Hank served for 26 years (1988–2014) in the U.S. Army and Utah National Guard as a Military Intelligence and Public Affairs officer. He deployed to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, in 2004–2005 and to the Horn of Africa (Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti) in 2011–2012, both in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

From 2005 to 2014 he served as director of public affairs and full-time spokesman for the Utah National Guard. He retired at the rank of lieutenant colonel.

Hank earned master’s and doctoral degrees in Communication from the University of Utah. Upon retirement from the military he was an assistant professor in the Department of Communication at UVU for five years, where he researched and taught public relations, corporate communication, social media, and crisis communication.

From 2019 to 2022 he worked in the private sector as a communicator in the nonprofit and health-tech spaces and is pleased to be at UVU once again.

Autumn comes to CCS from BYU Law School, where she excelled as an academic event planner. Her time at the law school allowed her to hone her organizational skills and contribute to the success of various academic events.

Autumn is a mother of four girls and grandmother to two rambunctious boys. She loves spending time with family and especially her husband hiking, camping, traveling, gardening, and cooking. Often you will find her crocheting while watching movies.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management and Human Resources from Utah State University. GO AGGIES! From 2013-2024 Michelle worked for JetBlue Airways. After retiring from the corporate airline industry, she and began working in her current role at UVU in June 2024.

With a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Utah Valley University, Alli is thrilled to return in this new role. Since graduating, she has actively engaged with several local nonprofits in Utah, volunteering and completing internships, driven by her passion for community service and support. 

In her free time, Alli enjoys reading and often visits local libraries and bookstores to discover new titles. A Utah native, she loves hiking and exploring the state’s stunning mountains and national parks with her husband. 

Eleesha teaches the general education requirement American Heritage. Prior to UVU, she served as the Director of Education for the oldest patriotic organization in the United States, the Society of the Cincinnati, formed by the officers of the Continental Army at the close of the Revolutionary War.

She is also the executive director of the Utah 3Rs Project, which encourages understanding of the right of conscience, the responsibility to protect that right in others, and the civic duty to engage respectfully in civic discourse.

Eleesha holds a Master of Arts in American Studies from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Arts in History Teaching from Brigham Young University.

Lisa holds a PhD in Education from Brigham Young University, a teaching credential from Notre Dame de Namur University, an MA in History from Stanford University, and a BA in International Relations also from Stanford.

Lisa has taught high school, university, and adult-education courses for nearly 25 years. She also works with Mormon Women for Ethical Government, supporting women’s involvement in politics and governance. Her work with the Civic Thought & Leadership Initiative allows her to meld her interests in education and research while advocating for improved civics education in our schools.

A native Oregonian, Lisa now lives in Springville, Utah, with her husband and two adoption miracles.

In 2024, he defended his doctoral dissertation at the University of Notre Dame, where he specialized in Constitutional Studies and Political Theory.

John draws on his expertise in Canadian and American law to examine how different constitutional systems deal with controversial moral issues, especially euthanasia and assisted suicide.

He is also interested in comparative federalism jurisprudence and the history of political thought. His first publication, on judicial power in The Federalist, appeared recently in Perspectives on Political Science.

John previously received degrees in law and political science from McGill University (MA, JD, BCL, BA) and clerked at the Federal Court of Canada.

Pam also holds an educational-leadership credential from Southern Utah University.

She taught history and German for 20 years in Ogden and West Jordan. She was an administrator for social studies and world languages at Jordan School District for 10 years.

One of Pam's favorite parts of being a teacher was taking student tours to Europe. She recognizes the importance of good and engaging teachers in helping students develop their skills as citizens in our country and is glad to work once again with Utah’s teachers. 

Abi is a graduate of Utah Valley University. Go Wolverines! She has a BA in History and has been accepted to the University of Oklahoma for a master’s in Museum Studies. She is an aspiring archivist, this derives from her motivation in educating the future generation and preserving the past.

Abi is from Herriman, Utah, and served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Charleston, West Virginia. What brings her joy is singing in choirs and taking her dog on walks.