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Gary R. Herbert Institute of Public Policy

UVU celebrates opening of new center named after former Utah governor

By UVU Photo

August 23^rd, 2022

Hundreds gathered at the Gateway Building on Utah Valley University’s Orem Campus to celebrate the formal opening of the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy. Speakers included UVU President Astrid Tuminez, Utah Governor Spencer Cox, Senator Mike Lee, Utah State Representative Brad Wilson, and former Utah Governor Gary Herbert.

Additionally, the Larry H. and Gail Miller Family Foundation announced a donation of $500,000 in support of the institute, and America First Credit Union endorsed the importance of the Gary R. Herbert Institute by providing an endowed gift of $500,000 in support of student internships in Washington, D.C.

The Herbert Institute for Public Policy is a voice for sound political thought, a facilitator of converging views, and an educator of the next generation of public policy leaders. Its mission is to “develop future policy leaders, gather the community, and build trust in civic institutions.”

Gary R. Herbert Institute of Public Policy

“When it comes to leadership, Gary Herbert is a man without equal.” — Utah Gov. Spencer Cox

“If there was a thin filament of agreement of consensus, he could extract it, he could extrude it, and he could weave that together with other things to create a strong cable, and he could make it happen.” — Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah)

“While there are many ways a former governor could spend his time, UVU is honored to have Gary Herbert on our campus with an office, spending time with faculty and students.” — UVU President Astrid S. Tuminez

“We are excited about the future possibilities this institute will offer our university as well as the community in the years to come. Today, I am excited to say that our possibility is now a reality as we celebrate the opening the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy.” — UVU President Astrid S. Tuminez

“Utahns deserve well thought-out policy and plans. And this Institute, the work you're inspiring here is going to be a part of the playbook for UVU in terms of its success, not just for today, but for Utahns in the future.” — Brad Wilson, Speaker, Utah House of Representatives

“I look forward to the generations of Utahns who we will get to see educated at this institute, and the countless others who will benefit from the work that they do here.” — Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah)

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Photos by August Miller, Story by Layton Shumway

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Photos by August Miller, Story by Layton Shumway