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September 2, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: UVU, 800 W. University Parkway, Keller Building (KB), Vallejo Auditorium, KB 101A
The Herbert Institute for Public Policy is thrilled to announce a new speaker series, Poised Politics with inaugural speaker, Ally Isom, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer for Clyde Companies, speaking on "The Power of Poise: Leadership That Inspires Confidence, Courage, & Change."
September 2, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: UVU, 800 W. University Parkway, Keller Building (KB), Vallejo Auditorium, KB 101A
Ally Isom is coming to the Herbert Institute at UVU to speak on "The Power of Poise: Leadership That Inspires Confidence, Courage, & Change" as part of the new Poised Politics speaker series.
Isom is a community leader and strategist with experience in public policy, corporate affairs, government, and civic leadership. She currently serves as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer for Clyde Companies and previously served as Governor Gary R. Herbert’s Deputy Chief of Staff, Communications Director, and Spokesperson.
Poised Politics is designed to model dialogue over partisanship by connecting students with policymakers, industry leaders, scholars, and advocates. The series gives students opportunities to explore legislative issues and recognize the role they can play in shaping their communities.
May 21, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM Registration and Breakfast; 9:00 AM–4:00 PM Summit
Location: Grand Ballroom, Sorensen Center, Utah Valley University
A full-day summit focused on practical data governance, privacy, transparency, and responsible data use in Utah government.
May 21, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM Registration and Breakfast; 9:00 AM–4:00 PM Summit
Location: Grand Ballroom, Sorensen Center, Utah Valley University
The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy is teaming with title sponsor, the Utah Office of Data Privacy, to bring to Utah State officials and employees a practical understanding of how to employ new data governance legislation.
The day's program outlines Utah’s long-term vision for governing data in a way that balances privacy, transparency, and responsible use. Breakout sessions for elected officials, chief administrative officers, and operational staff will round out the day leaving participants equipped to meet the needs of a changing data governance landscape.
March 18, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM Lunch; 12:00–1:30 PM Moderated Panel
Location: Clarke Building (CB) 510/511, Utah Valley University
A review of the 2026 Utah Legislative Session featuring a moderated panel of state representatives and senators.
March 18, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM Lunch; 12:00–1:30 PM Moderated Panel
Location: Clarke Building (CB) 510/511, Utah Valley University
Join the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy and the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce to review the 2026 Utah Legislative session. Following a FREE LUNCH, Dr. Jim Moss will moderate a panel of state representatives and senators to dig into legislation passed at the Utah legislative session this year.
There will be metal detectors and bag checks at the door. For increased speed of entry, consider leaving bags, purses, and backpacks in your vehicle or another secure location.
November 13, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Sorensen Center Grand Ballroom
Governor Scott Walker joined the Utah County Chamber Growth and Prosperity Summit as a featured speaker.
November 13, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Sorensen Center Grand Ballroom
The Herbert Institute for Public Policy is thrilled to sponsor Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker at the 2025 Utah County Chamber Growth and Prosperity Summit. Governor Walker turned deficit into surplus during his first term as governor. His bold leadership models what can be done around the country when bright minds are brought together.
November 12, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Noorda Concert Hall
Senators John Curtis and Mark Kelly discussed civil political discourse and constructive disagreement.
November 12, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Noorda Concert Hall
Following the tragic Charlie Kirk incident in September, Senator Mark Kelly, D-A.Z., and Senator John Curtis, R-U.T. are teaming up with the Herbert Institute for Public Policy to demonstrate civil political discourse at UVU at 3:00 PM, MST on November 12, 2025, in the UVU Noorda Center for the Performing Arts' Concert Hall. Tickets are free but limited. Do NOT miss this timely event!
November 5, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Utah Valley University
Dr. Ben Carson shared perspectives from his career in medicine and public service.
November 5, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Utah Valley University
Tickets are free, but space is limited for the exciting opportunity to meet with Dr. Ben Carson! His experience as both a renowned pediatric neurosurgeon and a presidential candidate make him an inspiring speaker you won't want to miss.
October 8, 2025
Time: 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
Local candidates participated in Orem City Council and mayoral debates focused on issues affecting the community.
October 8, 2025
Time: 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
Municipal elections often affect our day-to-day lives much more than presidential elections, but far too few people vote or even know which candidates match their values. To know more, join the Herbert Institute for Public Policy and UVUSA for Orem City Council and Orem Mayoral debates on October 8. Start with a "Meet the Candidates" tabling event, then stay for a city council debate followed by a mayoral debate.
September 9, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Clarke Building 510
Former U.S. Senator and Ambassador Jeff Flake discussed diplomacy and the role of soft power in international affairs.
September 9, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Clarke Building 510
Jeff Flake has served as Senator for Arizona State and as an Ambassador to Turkey from the United States. He is now coming to Utah Valley University to speak on the need for soft power. Diplomacy isn't dead. In fact, it's incredibly powerful on the global stage. Ambassador Flake will share his hard-won expertise in the Clarke Building.
August 28, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
Entrepreneur and author Jeff Burningham discussed becoming wise in the age of artificial intelligence.
August 28, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
Join the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy at UVU, in partnership with the Woodbury Business School to hear from Jeff Burningham, entrepreneur, author, and gubernatorial candidate.
August 21, 2025
Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams
A virtual town hall exploring state-endorsed digital identity with Utah technology, information, and privacy leaders.
August 21, 2025
Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams
What is state-endorsed digital identity (SEDI) and why does it matter? Joe a town hall with Chief Technology Officer, Joe Jackson; Chief Information Officer, Alan Fuller; and Chief Privacy Officer, Chris Bramwell to learn more.
June 13, 2025
Time: 1:00–2:30 PM
Location: Virtual
A public town hall focused on the future of State Endorsed Digital Identity in Utah.
June 13, 2025
Time: 1:00–2:30 PM
Location: Virtual
Join the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy at UVU, in partnership with the Utah Department of Government Operations and Utah legislators for a public town hall to discuss the future of State Endorsed Digital Identity (SEDI) in Utah.
May 29, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Location: Grand Ballroom, UVU
A summit focused on privacy, responsible data use, transparency, and effective data governance in public service.
May 29, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Location: Grand Ballroom, UVU
In today’s digital government, data governance and privacy are essential to public trust and efficient service. The Data Governance Summit unites government leaders to protect Utahns’ privacy while optimizing data use. As individuals engage with various government sectors—health, education, public safety, and more—well-governed data ensures secure, seamless, and person-centered interactions.
This summit empowers agencies to scale privacy practices, break down silos, and build transparent, accountable public services. Together, we’re shaping the future of responsible government—Data Governance is Built Here.
Registration is free, but space is limited, so register below now!
April 8, 2025
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Clarke Building 510/511
Tim Shriver discussed resilience, public discourse, and moving forward during politically uncertain times.
April 8, 2025
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Clarke Building 510/511
Join the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy and the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute for an evening with Tim Shriver, PhD, University of Utah Impact Scholar and Special Olympics Chair. Shriver is the founder of UNITE, an organization committed to restoring dignity to public discourse. He will be providing hopeful insights on how to move forward with resilience and positivity in politically uncertain times.
Registration is free and refreshments are provided but space is limited, so register below now!
March 18, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Location: Clarke Building 510/511
A review of the 2025 Utah Legislative Session featuring a panel of Utah legislators and a live Q&A.
March 18, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Location: Clarke Building 510/511
Join the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy and the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce to review the 2025 Utah Legislative session. Enjoy FREE LUNCH and an inside look into the happenings at the Capitol this year. Following lunch and a panel of legislators, come with questions for a live Q&A.
February 20, 2025
Time: 3:00–4:30 PM
Location: Center Stage, Sorensen Center
A discussion about higher education legislation, student advocacy, and participation in the legislative process.
February 20, 2025
Time: 3:00–4:30 PM
Location: Center Stage, Sorensen Center
Join the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policyand Women of UVU for an educational legislative event. Get the tools to influence legislation, explore key bills, and hear expert tips on student advocacy.
Free food will be provided for the first 50 people!
January 24, 2025
Time: 10:30–11:30 AM
Location: Online webinar
Herbert Institute fellows reviewed recent analysis of Utah's ranked choice voting pilot program.
January 24, 2025
Time: 10:30–11:30 AM
Location: Online webinar
The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy is hosting a webinar with Herbert Institute fellows Dr. Alan Parry and Dr. John Kidd to review recent analytics of Utah's ranked choice voting pilot program. Registering will get the URL for the webinar emailed to you so you can join the webinar online.
Dr. Kidd and Dr. Parry's research on the ranked choice voting pilot program in Utah can be found below.
January 14, 2025
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
A reception and town hall where Utah representatives shared priorities for the 2025 legislative session.
January 14, 2025
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy is pleased to host a reception for the Utah House of Representatives and their constituents.
Following the reception, stay to listen to your representatives share their 2025 legislative session agenda items.
Registration is free, but space is limited. Hor d'oeuvres are provided.
December 5, 2024
Time: 12:00–1:00 PM
Location: Science Building 134
Utah Supreme Court Chief Justice Matthew B. Durrant discussed the role of the judiciary at the state and federal levels.
December 5, 2024
Time: 12:00–1:00 PM
Location: Science Building 134
The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy will host a public forum on the role of the Judiciary with Utah’s Supreme Court Chief Justice, Matthew B. Durrant. This fireside-chat event will provide a rare opportunity to hear from Utah’s 17th Governor and the current Chief Justice discussing the role of the Judiciary both at the State and Federal levels. A Q&A will follow.
Boxed lunches provided.
November 21, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
Authors Crystal Dwyer Hansen and Mark Victor Hansen discussed goal-setting and personal growth.
November 21, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
The Herbert Institute, in Partnership with the Woodbury School of Business, is proud to present authors Mark Victor Hansen and Crystal Dwyer Hansen.
Mark Hansen created the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. Later, he and his wife Crystal Dwyer Hansen authored the book: Ask!: The Bridge from Your Dreams to Your Destiny.
Join the Herbert Institute to hear these two visionaries speak on building the life of your dreams.
November 7, 2024
Time: 7:15 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Sorensen Student Center
A regional summit focused on growth, workforce development, transportation, housing, healthcare, natural resources, and education.
November 7, 2024
Time: 7:15 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Sorensen Student Center
The Growth and Prosperity Summit will bring hundreds of people together to create forward-thinking, long-term solutions to the challenges associated with growth. Keynote speakers and panels will address Utah County’s biggest challenges and opportunities including topics such as Utah's business environment, workforce development, transportation & infrastructure, water, housing, healthcare, natural resources, and education.
Featured speakers include John Bolton, former National Security Advisor and Ambassador to the U.N.; Mike Lee, U.S. Senator; Spencer Cox, Governor; Dr. Astrid Tuminez, UVU President; Doug Fabrizio, Host & Executive Producer, NPR; and Natalie Gochnour, Associate Dean of the David Eccles School of Business, U of U.
Let's plan to THRIVE!
October 28, 2024
Time: 10:30–11:30 AM
Location: Vallejo Lecture Hall
A student research forum examining deepfakes, election security, and artificial intelligence in political campaigns.
October 28, 2024
Time: 10:30–11:30 AM
Location: Vallejo Lecture Hall
Experts in both elections and AI will come together to discuss the relevant issues surrounding deepfakes from a legislative and technological perspective.
Join Gary Herbert, former Governor of Utah; Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson; Amelia Powers Gardner, Utah County Commissioner; Michael Kaiser, President of Defending Digital Campaigns; Brandon Amacher, Center for National Security Studies; and Scott Stornetta, Chairman of SureMark Digital; with President Astrid S. Tuminez moderating this panel of experts.
Each will share ways that political campaigns and election officials can promote election safety and security despite AI deepfakes' attempts to undermine them.
October 21–22, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: Clarke Building 510/511
A symposium focused on the health and longevity of Utah Lake, recent progress, and the role of public policy.
October 21–22, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: Clarke Building 510/511
Join Utah Lake Authority and the Herbert Institute for Public Policy for updates on the health and longevity of Utah Lake. What progress has been made? How has policy has affected it? Find out October 21 in the Clarke Building.
October 15, 2024
Time: Check-in begins at 6:15 PM
Location: Saprea, Lehi
A community forum featuring perspectives on state and national issues affecting Utah County.
October 15, 2024
Time: Check-in begins at 6:15 PM
Location: Saprea, Lehi
Join the Utah County Chamber of Commerce on October 15 for an evening with Governor Cox and Mike Kennedy as they share their perspectives and answer questions relating to community matters. While everyone is welcome, you must RSVP to attend. See the link below.
October 3, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Hall of Flags
Students, faculty, and staff had the opportunity to meet statewide and congressional candidates.
October 3, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Hall of Flags
Come join the Herbert Institute on Thursday, October 3, 2024 for a “Meet the Candidates” event! Students, faculty, and staff will have the opportunity to engage directly with statewide and congressional candidates for the upcoming general election. Anyone who engages with four candidates will be entered into a drawing to win cool prizes, ranging from food vouchers and swag to AirPods!
October 1, 2024
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Location: Center Stage
UVUSA and the Herbert Institute hosted a campus watch party for the U.S. vice presidential debate.
October 1, 2024
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Location: Center Stage
Join UVUSA and the Herbert Institute for the U.S. Vice Presidential debate between Kamala Harris's running mate, Tim Walz, and Donald Trump, Jr.'s running mate, JD Vance. While the event starts at 7:00 p.m., students can begin checking in at 6:00 p.m.
September 17, 2024
Time: 11:15 AM
Location: Library Quad
A campus ribbon-cutting celebrating the installation of a ballot box at Utah Valley University.
September 17, 2024
Time: 11:15 AM
Location: Library Quad
The Herbert Institute for Public Policy will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the installation of a ballot box on campus. There will be a short program, after which free cookies will be handed out. All students, faculty members, and community members are invited to attend.
September 11, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
U.S. Census Bureau Director Robert L. Santos discussed the role of data in public policy and decision-making.
September 11, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
The Herbert Institute for Public Policy is proud to host U.S. Census Bureau Director Robert Santos. All students, faculty, and community members are invited to attend. Director Santos will speak on The Role of Data in Policymaking.
July 9, 2024
Time: 1:15 PM
Location: UVU Fugal Gateway
The Herbert Institute announced a pilot project focused on authenticating candidate identities and combating election deepfakes.
July 9, 2024
Time: 1:15 PM
Location: UVU Fugal Gateway
The Herbert Institute announced a partnership with Provo start-up SureMark™ Digital Identity Services (SureMark™ Digital) launching a pilot project that will work to combat deepfake AI in elections. The project will give the candidate the ability to authenticate their digital identity for free.
April 15–16, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Hall of Flags
Statewide and Utah County candidates were invited to campus to interact with students, faculty, and delegates.
April 15–16, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Hall of Flags
The Herbert Institute invites all statewide and Utah County Candidates to come to campus, to interact with students, faculty, and delegates before finals week.
The Herbert Institute is a non-partisan, academic institute and does not endorse any party or candidate.
April 11, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
Eric Broyles discussed creating a path toward academic and career success despite personal challenges.
April 11, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
Eric will speak to students on how they can create a path to achieving academic and career success, no matter what challenges they might face.
This event is part of the UVU Woodbury Business School's Reed and Christine Halliday Executive Lecture Series. The lecture is free and open to the public.
April 10, 2024
Time: 12:00–1:30 PM
Location: UVU Thanksgiving Point Campus
A moderated candidate forum for delegates and party leadership.
April 10, 2024
Time: 12:00–1:30 PM
Location: UVU Thanksgiving Point Campus
The Herbert Institute will host a candidate forum for delegates and party leadership. Rob Axon will lead a moderated panel discussion among the candidates.
The Herbert Institute is a non-partisan, academic institute and does not endorse any party or candidate.
April 9, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Location: Clarke Building 510/511
A summit focused on environmental, economic, and social challenges and opportunities for collaboration.
April 9, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Location: Clarke Building 510/511
The Herbert Institute is pleased to co-sponsor this year's Summit. This summit serves as a platform for fostering dialogue, sharing knowledge, and collaborating on solutions to address environmental, economic, and social challenges.
Admission is free, but we kindly request that guests register in advance to help us better prepare food and communicate event logistics.
March 26, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
UVU President Astrid Tuminez joined journalist and former Washington Post editor Martin Baron for a discussion.
March 26, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
The Herbert Institute is a proud cosponsor of this Presidential Lecture Series, featuring a discussion between President Astrid Tuminez and Journalist Martin Baron, previous editor of the Washington Post.
March 23, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: UVU
The Herbert Institute served as a scholarship sponsor for the Mormon Women for Ethical Government Annual Spring Conference.
March 23, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: UVU
The Herbert Institute is a scholarship sponsor for the Mormon Women for Ethical Government Annual Spring Conference this year. Featured speakers included Danielle Coke Balfour and Dr. Melissa Inouye.
February 28, 2024
Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Noorda Center
The Herbert Institute hosted presidential candidate Nikki Haley and her team for a candidate rally.
February 28, 2024
Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Noorda Center
The UVU Herbert Institute is proud to host presidential candidate Nikki Haley and her team for a Candidate Rally in Utah Valley. Nikki Haley served as the 116th governor of South Carolina and as the 29th U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.
February 20, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Clarke Building
Elizabeth Truss and U.S. Senator Mike Lee discussed similarities and differences between the U.S. and U.K. systems of government.
February 20, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Clarke Building
The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy welcomes Elizabeth Truss, Prime Minister of Great Britain (2022-2022) and Mike Lee, U.S. Senator. They discussed the similarities and differences between the U.S. and U.K. government systems.
February 7, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
The Herbert Institute and Young Americans for Freedom hosted Yeonmi Park for a campus discussion.
February 7, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Vallejo Auditorium
Join the Herbert Institute and Young American's For Freedom (YAF) as we welcome Yeonmi Park, as she discusses Freedom Over Communism.
January 29, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM
Election experts discussed new research related to election security and voter confidence.
January 29, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM
Join the Herbert Institute for our first event of 2024! Hear from elections experts as they discuss their new and innovative research.
November 30, 2023
Time: 10:30 AM
House Minority Leaders Sandra Hollins and Jennifer Seelig discussed why more people and perspectives are needed in government.
November 30, 2023
Time: 10:30 AM
House Minority Leaders, Representative Sandra Hollins and Dr. Jennifer Seelig, discuss why more people and perspectives are needed in government.
November 29, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Keller Building 401/403
Former U.S. Representative Rob Bishop discussed lessons learned while serving in Washington, D.C.
November 29, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Keller Building 401/403
Former Representative Rob Bishop of Utah's 1st Congressional District will address students and the community about the lessons he learned while working in Washington, D.C.
November 29, 2023
Time: 12:00 PM
AI policy expert Nevine Labib discussed the impact of artificial intelligence on public policy and national security.
November 29, 2023
Time: 12:00 PM
Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy expert and advisor to Egypt international Governments, Nevine Labib will address students and the community on AI's impact on Public Policy.
November 28, 2023
Time: 10:30 AM
Journalist Alaa Ebrahim discussed narrative, storytelling, and the role of media coverage.
November 28, 2023
Time: 10:30 AM
Mr. Alaa Ebrahim is an award willing journalist currently serving as the news desk editor for Bloomberg News, middle east news desk called, Asharq News.
October 25, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
The Herbert Institute hosted a debate between Orem City Council candidates on issues affecting the community.
October 25, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
The UVU Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy hosts a debate between Orem City Council candidates on issues that affect our every day lives.
October 9, 2023
Time: 12:00 PM
A student information session about legislative internships featuring panelists with experience in the program.
October 9, 2023
Time: 12:00 PM
The UVU Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy hosts a debate between Orem City Council candidates on issues that affect our every day lives.
Panelists include Chris Peterson, Erik Nystul, Shandy Clark, and Hannah Oh
October 5, 2023
Lecture: 11:30 AM
Fireside Chat: 12:30 PM
Former U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan discussed fiscal responsibility, the economy, and politics in Washington, D.C.
October 5, 2023
Lecture: 11:30 AM
Fireside Chat: 12:30 PM
In a joint Herbert Institute-Woodbury event, Paul Ryan, former U.S. House Speaker, guest lectures on the topic of fiscal responsibility and the American capitalist economy for the Halladay Executive Lecture Series.
Ryan's lecture includes his first public comments on the historical ousting of U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on October 3, 2023.
Paul Ryan sits down with Gary R. Herbert, 17th Utah Governor, to discuss the state of politics in Washington, D.C., including fiscal issues, political division, and the effects of former President Donald Trump on the Republican Party.
September 7, 2023
Time: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Gary R. Herbert discussed lessons from the immediate aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks.
September 7, 2023
Time: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Herbert Institute founder and 17th Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert talked about forgotten lessons in the immediate aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks.
September 20, 2022
Time: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Location: Noorda Center for the Performing Arts
Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence spoke at the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy forum.
September 20, 2022
Time: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Location: Noorda Center for the Performing Arts
Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence spoke at the Utah Valley University (UVU) Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy forum at the Noorda Center for the Performing Arts.
March 22, 2022
Location: Keller Building, Woodbury Executive Hall
Economist and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient Dr. Arthur Laffer spoke at UVU.
March 22, 2022
Location: Keller Building, Woodbury Executive Hall
The Herbert Institute in partnership with the Woodbury School of Business and the Young America's Foundation heard a lecture from Dr. Arthur Laffer, renowned economist, and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient.
January 14, 2022
Location: Clarke Building, Labor and Honor Room
Members of the Utah Legislature discussed what students and the community could expect during the upcoming session.
January 14, 2022
Location: Clarke Building, Labor and Honor Room
The Herbert Institute hosted a legislative preview, where various members of the Utah Legislature addressed students and the community on what to expect in the upcoming Legislative Session.
September 9, 2021
Location: Fulton Library Lecture Hall
Governor Gary Herbert hosted Utah legislator Paul Ray for a discussion about political redistricting.
September 9, 2021
Location: Fulton Library Lecture Hall
Governor Gary Herbert hosted Utah Legislator Paul Ray to discuss the once in a decade event of drawing political boundaries.
May 19, 2021
Location: Fulton Library Lecture Hall
Dr. Tim Shriver discussed trust, civic dialogue, and finding constructive ways to address disagreement.
May 19, 2021
Location: Fulton Library Lecture Hall
Dr. Tim Shriver spoke at the Herbert Public Policy Forum at Utah Valley University. “Whether we agree on every issue,” he said, “we can find ways to be creative on every difference.” He believes the number one problem we face today is the crisis of trust and meaning between us, which, as we’ve seen, leads to hatred, contempt and demonizing.
