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2011 Huntsman Seminar Particpants

Huntsman Seminar 2012

To apply for the Huntsman Seminar fill out the application and return to the Hinckley Institute by May 4, 2012.

“I study theory and academic perspectives on our political system, but rarely get a practical perspective. Hearing from people who are actually in the political sphere was powerful.” – 2011 Huntsman Seminar Participant

“Thanks for a needed shot in the arm. Not only have you given me a valuable insight to our country’s political system, you have helped me want to continue the fight to inspire the next generation of citizens.” – 2011 Huntsman Seminar Participant

“This is a great opportunity for teachers to get a first-hand look from those who know Utah’s political issues inside and out.” – 2011 Huntsman Seminar Participant

“I can’t even express my gratitude for what I have learned this week and how inspired I am to continue involvement in politics.” – 2011 Huntsman Seminar Participant

“I was enriched personally and as an educator and I look forward to sharing my excitement with my students.” – 2011 Huntsman Seminar Participant

“I thought it was fabulous to have both Republicans and Democrats represented at the seminar. I was so impressed with the quality of speakers and the diversity of topics.” – 2011
Huntsman Seminar Participant

“I am very honored to have had the opportunity to attend this conference. I have learned so much. I do believe I will be a better teacher as well as a more perceptive citizen of this country.” – 2011 Huntsman Seminar Participant

“I will be suggesting this seminar to all my co-workers and teacher friends. Thank you for all the time and effort that has been put into this amazing program.” – 2011 Huntsman Seminar Participant

The Huntsman Seminar in Constitutional Government for Teachers is a five-day, summer seminar for teachers and administrators sponsored by the Jon and Karen Huntsman Foundation. The primary focus of the seminar is to improve the quality of civic education in Utah schools.

Participants gain valuable knowledge and insight into current events in American Politics by learning from and interacting with political experts, judges, university faculty, and elected officials. The Huntsman Seminar is a unique opportunity for teachers to gain an in-depth understanding of local, state, and national political issues.

The 2012 Huntsman Seminar will take place June 18-22, 2012
Principal topics covered during the seminar include:

The AmericanRepublic & the U.S. Constitution.
The Obama Administration.
The Two-Party System in the U.S. and Utah
The Role of Campaign Finance Reform and the Impact of the Media
Politics in the Classroom: The Fine Art of Educating Young Citizens
Interest group politics
The Right to Vote/Ethics Reform
2012 Elections

Directed By: Kirk L. Jowers, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics and Dr. Dan Jones, Professor/Lecturer in the University of Utah Political Science Department and Co-Owner of Dan Jones & Associates.

2012 Huntsman Seminar Application

To apply for the Huntsman Seminar fill out the application and return to the Hinckley Institute by May 4, 2012.

For More Information:

The Huntsman Seminar is held during the summer (dates vary) at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on the University of Utah Campus. Please contact Jayne Nelson at the Hinckley Institute of Politics for more information.

Past Seminar Schedules:

Seminar Photo Gallery

2011 Huntsman Seminar Unit Plans

Amber Anderson - Roles of the Executive Branch

Jennifer Baker - Utah Elections

Kimberly Ball - U.S. Government and Politics

Tory Cook - Voting Lesson Plan

Jo Daley-Croft - Voting

Aaron Hadfield - Political Parties and the Electoral Process

Andrea Hogan - Role of Citizens in the Law Making Process

Stephanie Isley - How a Bill Becomes a Law

Teri King - Does the Electoral College Work