Utah Tech Institute of Politics

05/20/2026

05/01/2026

A huge thank you to everyone that came to the Washington County Report unveiling last night! We are so grateful to have an amazing community that supports our team.

For any questions about the report or the Institute of Politics, send us a message!

04/30/2026

REPORT UNVEILING TONIGHT!

We want to share the invitation for our annual unveiling for the Washington County report. It will be an open house style event from 5-7pm in GCB room 224 with light snacks provided.

Our researchers have been working hard to complete this report and with great anticipation we are able to share it!

See you all soon!

04/20/2026

Happy Earth Day Trailblazers! 🌍🌱🦬

To celebrate we’re hosting a panel talking about climate conservancy in our beautiful Southern Utah! Come to learn more and engage in the important conversation.

04/17/2026

These were just a few of the many amazing moments from our events during our Spring Mixer this week! 🦬

Thank you so much to the students and community members that were able to attend and engage in such important conversations. And a MASSIVE thank you to every panelist and guest that was involved with each event!

If you were inspired and want to be a part of the Institute of Politics, don’t be shy! Reach out to us and ask how you can get involved. 📣🇺🇸

04/15/2026

🗣️ ON THE RECORD 🗣️

It’s time to talk about the first amendment and what that means for students and community members today.

Here is what’s on the agenda:

Thursday, April 16th

📍RELOCATING TO GARDNER LIVING ROOM

🔹Academic Freedom Panel Discussion | 4-5:30 p.m.

Moderator: Greg Skordas
Panelists:
- Isaiah Lange
- Emma Prendergast
- Matt Smith Lahram

🔹Freedom of the Press | 6-7:30 p.m.

Moderators: Vince Brown & Ty Fitch

Panelists:
- Greg Skordas
- Rhiannon Bent
- Chris Reed
- David Condos

04/14/2026

📣 TODAY IS THE DAY 📣

Get ready for a week full of amazing events with students, journalists and professors.

Here is what’s on the agenda for today:

Tuesday, April 14th

📍Gardner Living Room - Utah Tech University Campus

🔹Shakespeare Screenplay Monologue & Discussion
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

🔹Panel Forum on Iran
6 - 7 p.m.

Moderator: Shadman Bashir
Panelists:
- Arthur Anderson
- Todd Renda
- Glenn Webb
- Ravi Kaur

04/08/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓️

The Institute of Politics is hosting our 2 Day Spring Mixer event with some amazing topics and panelists! We wanted to cover a range of issues and be able to have as many opportunities as possible for dialogue on our campus.

Reach out to us with any questions you have, we hope to see you all there! 🇺🇸🦬

04/06/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓️

The Institute of Politics is hosting our 2 Day Spring Mixer event with some amazing topics and panelists! We wanted to cover a range of issues and be able to have as many opportunities as possible for dialogue on our campus.

Reach out to us with any questions you have, we hope to see you all there! 🇺🇸🌤️

04/01/2026

IT’S TIME TO REGISTER, TRAILBLAZERS! 🦬🚨

Take a look at a couple of the amazing classes that will be offered next semester! And be sure to snag a seat before they all fill up! Here’s the details 👇

Civic Engagement and Applied Politics | Prof Brown
Get a deep dive into the insights on the real workings of politics and civic participation.

Parties, Voters, Elections | Prof Allen
With election season just around the corner, join us as we investigate the big questions of the democratic system.