The Institute partners with respected and accomplished UVU faculty and students to author public policy papers focused on topics important to Utah public policy.
The Herbert Public Policy Internship Program sponsors student interns in the Utah State Legislature, in Washington, D.C., and in-house at UVU.
Policymakers and public service leaders will be invited to speak on campus and interact with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Thanks to the generosity of donors, the Herbert Institute awards scholarships to students with an interest in public service.
Herbert Institute Interns have created this Voter Guide to help inform students about candidates and issues important to students. Use your voice and make a difference!
With a couple of years experience now, 2024 is the year that poised the Herbert Institute to launch to new heights.
Read about the institute's exciting events and research from 2024 here!
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May 30, 2025 — Utah’s inaugural Data Privacy and Governance Summit revealed a bold state-led vision for citizen-controlled digital identity, ethical AI, and public data accountability—positioning Utah as a national leader in digital rights infrastructure.
March 18, 2025 — Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz said Tuesday the state’s new vote-by-mail process is “a huge step” toward better election security despite the major changes made from the original proposal he supported.
March 18, 2025 — With efforts to undo it underway, Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz defended a controversial bill banning public sector unions from collectively bargaining, saying it is "trying to balance" public employees' interests with those of the taxpayers.
March 7, 2025 — The Legislature prioritized funding for nuclear power and students learning English
