Herbert Institute in the News

2024

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What you need to know about election integrity

By Defending Ideas, Sutherland Institute

Apr. 10, 2024Nic Dunn sits down with Justin Jones, Executive Director of the Herbert Institute, and Sutherland’s Derek Monson to discuss the fault lines in the debate over voting and election policy. 

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Utah Capitol Building

 

What does 'compromise' mean? 3rd District candidates weigh in on how they'll work in Congress

By Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com

Apr. 10, 2024 — Eight Republican congressional hopefuls largely toed the party line on policy but tried to differentiate themselves from their opponents based on corporate or government experience, age, and even loyalty to the caucus convention system during a debate in front of several dozen delegates Wednesday afternoon.

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In Person Voting

 

Utah Senate rejects effort to end ranked choice voting early  

By Daniel Woodruff, KSL TV 5 

Feb. 29, 2024 — Utah’s experiment with ranked choice voting will continue after a bill that would have ended the pilot program two years early failed to pass. A report from the Herbert Institute for Public Policy is linked.  

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Herbert speaking on his legacy

 

Former Utah Gov. Gary Herbert reflects on his legacy  

By Dan Evans, Fox 13 News 

Feb. 28, 2024 — Former Utah Governor Gary Herbert sat down with FOX 13 News at The Herbert Institute for Public Policy at Utah Valley University to talk about his legacy in Utah and politics. 

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Ambassador Nikki Haley Visits Utah, Sits Down With Boyd and Speaks at UVU

Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson

Feb. 28, 2024— Boyd covers Ambassador Nikki Haley's trip to UVU, recapping his conversation with her and her speech. Hear Herbert Insterns discuss how she was received and how she’s resonating with the locals.  

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Nikki Haley on stage at UVU

 

In Utah rally, Nikki Haley calls to stop shift in Republican party

By McKenzie Romero, News From The States 

Feb. 28, 2024 — Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley spoke at a campaign event hosted by the Herbert Institute for Public Policy at Utah Valley University in Orem.  

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Mike Lee and Liz Truss

 

PM Liz Truss and Senator Mike Lee forum on constitutions interrupted by lone protester

By Matthew Drachman, UVU Review 

Feb. 22, 2024 — The Herbert Institute hosted an event where Senator Mike Lee and Former U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss discussed constitutional differences and similarities between their two nations.

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Nikki Haley

 

Nikki Haley to visit Utah next week ahead of Super Tuesday presidential caucus votes

By Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com 

Feb. 20, 2024 — Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley will visit Utah next week, ahead of the state's GOP presidential preference poll during caucus meetings on Super Tuesday. The event will be hosted by Utah Valley University’s Herbert Institute for Public Policy.  

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Nikki Haley

 

Sen. Mike Lee and former British Prime Minister Liz Truss on why the bureaucracies have got to go 

By Hanna Seariac, Deseret News

Feb. 20, 2024 — Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Liz Truss, former U.K. prime minister, spoke as part of the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy’s forum series. 

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After escaping North Korea, human rights activist Yeonmi Park says she found freedom, God

By Eva Terry, KSL

Feb. 8, 2024— Ms. Park spoke at Utah Valley University, hosted by the Herbert Institute and the UVU Chapter of YAF, where she explained why she warns her friends about socialism.

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Mail in ballots

 

Report says confidence in ranked choice voting could be improved through better data

By Logan Stefanich, KSL.com 

Jan. 31, 2024 — A report published by the Herbert Institute for Public Policy says voter confidence in ranked choice elections could be improved through better reporting of the results.  

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Fugal Gateway, home of the Herbert Institute

 

Report: How secure are Utah's elections?

By Logan Stefanich, KSL.com 

Jan. 29, 2024 — The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy at Utah Valley University held a panel discussion with political and voting experts who presented three reports on Utah's election integrity. 

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2023

Governor Herbert Celebrating

 

Utah Valley University’s Herbert Institute

By Zachary Dart, UVU Review 

Oct. 9, 2023 — Former Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert founded a public policy institute and continues to help students gain experience in public service. 

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Paul Ryan speaking at UVU

 

“We can fix our problems,” Former Speaker Paul Ryan shares a message of fiscal responsibility

By Matthew Drachman, UVU Review

Oct. 6, 2023 — Paul Ryan, Former Speaker of The House, spoke to a crowd of students and faculty regarding issues that are facing America. Speaking to fiscal issues, Ryan also discussed the recent ousting of Kevin McCarthy, calling it “despicable.” 

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Paul Ryan at UVU

 

Former House Speaker Warns UVU Audience About The Danger Of Hyperpolarization

By UVU News

Oct. 5, 2023 — Paul Ryan, former speaker of the United States House of Representatives, addressed Utah Valley University students, faculty, staff, and guests on the dangers of hyperpolarization.

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Governor Herbert at a lectern

 

We the people have a problem — and a tremendous responsibility

By Gary Herbert, Deseret News

Oct. 4, 2023 — Former Utah Gov. Gary Herbert weighs in on the ouster of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and what should happen next. 

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Governor Herbert at Hutchings Institute

 

Hutchings Museum Institute launches post-secondary school career training 

By Lehi Free Press 

May 13, 2023 — The Hutchings Museum Institute and former Utah Governor Gary R. Herbert launched career training courses for adults during an event at Hutchings Museum Institute in Lehi. 

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Mike Pence and Governor Herbert

 

Former Vice President Mike Pence tells Salt Lake audience ‘God’s grace’ helped him during the ‘tragedy’ of Jan. 6

By Suzanne Bates, Deseret News 

Apr. 28, 2023 — The day after he testified for 7 hours in front of a grand jury, Pence came to Utah and said Republicans should focus on ‘the future’ in an event hosted by the Herbert Institute for Public Policy.  

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UVUSA Feature photo

 

Money in politics: how off-campus groups influence UVUSA elections

By Matthew Drachman, UVU Review 

Feb. 21, 2023 — An investigation conducted by The Review has revealed how off-campus organizations have allegedly influenced UVUSA student elections by supporting candidates since 2016. Michael Erickson, Student Director of the Herbert Institute, is interviewed.  

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2022

Valley Visioning

 

Valley Visioning’ on Display at Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit   

By Margaret Chamberlain, UVU News

Oct. 28, 2022 — Leaders in Utah Valley business, civics, and education gathered at Utah Valley University on Thursday, October 27, 2022, for the second annual Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit. 

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Senate Candidates

 

Senate candidates clash at UVU hosted debate as election tightens   

By Matthew Drachman, UVU Review 

Oct. 20, 2022 — Senate candidates Mike Lee and Evan McMullin faced off against one another for the first and only time during a televised debate hosted by the Herbert Institute for Public Policy at UVU. 

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Talk with Tuminez

 

Talk With Tuminez: September 21, 2022  

By Barb Smith, UVU News

Sep. 21, 2022 — President Astrid S. Tuminez hosted the first “Talk with Tuminez” of the academic year. She highlighted the opening of the Herbert Institute for Public Policy as one of UVU’s great achievements. 

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Pence Presidency

 

‘I’ll keep you posted’: Mike Pence leaves door open for presidential run during Utah Valley University speech 

By Jacob Scholl, Salt Lake Tribune 

Sep. 20, 2022 — Speaking to a crowd at Utah Valley University, former Vice President Mike Pence was asked by a student if he would run for president in 2024. 

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Pence met with cheers

 

Pence met with cheers, student-run protest during speech at Utah Valley University

By Chris Arnold, Fox 13 News Salt Lake City 

Sep. 20, 2022 — Former Vice President Mike Pence faced cheers and criticism as he spoke at a forum hosted by the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy. 

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Pence on presidential run

 

Mike Pence keeps mum about 2024 presidential run during Utah visit 

By Kim Bojórquez, Axios Salt Lake City 

Sep. 20, 2022 — After a speech hosted by the Herbert Insitute at Utah Valley University, a student asked Pence during a Q&A if he was running in the next presidential election. 

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Gary R. Herbert Speaks at Institute Dedication

 

UVU Dedicates Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy

By Nick Gledhill, UVU News

Aug. 18, 2022 — Hundreds gathered at the UVU Gateway Building on Aug. 18 to celebrate the formal opening of the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy. 

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The Herberts, Gov Cox, and Pres Tuminez

 

UVU opens Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy, announces Pence visit 

By Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com 

Aug. 18, 2022 — President Astrid Tuminez said the school's new public policy institute started as an idea and a dream near the beginning of her time at UVU, but former Utah Gov. Gary Herbert helped make it a reality that she expects will continue to grow. 

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Mike Pence Event Announcement

 

Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy Announces Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence Will Visit UVU

By UVU News 

Aug. 18, 2022 — As part of its unveiling on Aug. 18, the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy announced that former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence will speak at Utah Valley University on Sept. 20, 2022. 

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Candidate Forum

 

With Rep. Burgess Owens a no-show, 4th Congressional District candidate forum stays civil 

By Daedan Olander, Salt Lake Tribune 

Jun. 15, 2022 — Republican Jake Hunsaker joined United Utah Party candidate January Walker and Democrat Darlene McDonald in a “candidate forum” at UVU. The event was hosted by Mormon Women for Ethical Government and the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy. 

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UVU and Mountains

 

The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy Receives Official Board of Trustees’ Approval to Become Part of Utah Valley University 

By UVU News 

Apr. 19, 2022 — The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy received official approval from the Utah Valley University Board of Trustees to become an academic center at UVU. 

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Photo of UVU Clarke Building

 

UVU approves Gary R. Herbert Institute of Public Policy 

By Gephardt Daily

Apr. 6, 2022 — The Gary R. Herbert Institute of Public Policy received approval from the Utah Valley University Board of Trustees to become an academic center at UVU. 

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2019-2021

Brandon Fugal with Building

 

Utah Valley University announced Thursday the opening of the new Gateway Building

By Colliers 

Dec. 3, 2021 — Utah Valley University announced the opening of the new Gateway Building, which will be funded by a $5 million donation from prominent business leader and UVU alum Brandon Fugal. 

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Rendering of Fugal Gateway Building

 

Brandon Fugal Donates $5 Million to UVU for New Building That Will Welcome All to Campus 

By UVU Communications, UVU News

Dec. 2, 2021 — Leaders in business, education, and government celebrated the opening of the Fugal Gateway Building, home to the newly established Herbert Institute. The building was made possible because of a generous $5 million donation from prominent Utah business leader and UVU alum Brandon D. Fugal. 

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Gov. Herbert featured on KUTV

 

Gov. Gary R. Herbert reflects on his terms as head of state in Utah 

By Mark Koelbel, KUTV 

Dec. 23, 2020 — After more than 11 years in the Governor's Mansion, Gary R. Herbert, Utah's 17th governor, reflects on his life in public service. 

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UVU Sign

 

UVU policy center named for Gov. Herbert will emphasize ‘important role of states’ in government

By Gretel Kauffman, Deseret News

Nov. 1, 2019 — A public policy center at Utah Valley University named for Gov. Gary Herbert will emphasize the “important role of states” in today’s government, according to the governor.

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