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Show ABOUT THE HINCKLEY INSTITUTE OF POLITICS The Hinckley Institute of Politics was established on May 10, 1965 through the generous bequest of the Noble Foundation and Robert H. Hinckley, a longtime regent of the University of Utah, who served in Washington, D.C. from 1938 to 1946 and again in 1948. During those years he established and directed the Civilian Pilot Training Program, served as Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Air and as Director of Contract Settlement after WWII. The Hinckley Institute is dedicated to teaching students respect for practical politics and the principle of citizen involvement in government. INTERNSHIPS One of the unique activities of the Hinckley Institute of Politics is the internship program, of which approximately 200 students participate in annually. Internships are available locally, at the state level, and in Washington, D.C. Interns are offered a valuable opportunity for experience in the "real world" and to gain understanding of politics and public service that cannot be found in a classroom. Legislative Preparation Class is offered every Fall Semester to students who are interested in serving internships with the Utah State Legislature. The goal of the class is to prepare students for the work they will engage in as interns with Utah State Senators or Representatives Spring Semester. PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAMS Programs such as weekly Coffee & Politics, Books & Banter, and Forums bring international, national, state and local officials to campus to spark lively discussion and promote awareness on a variety of topics. The programs are broadcast on KCPW 88.3 FM in Salt Lake City, and a monthly TV program is broadcast on KULC channel 9. SPRING BREAK IN WASHINGTON, D.C. During Spring Break, nine university students have the opportunity to visit with political leaders in our Nation's Capitol, attend sessions of the U.S. House and Senate as well as the Supreme Court, meet with Utah's Congressional Delegation, and enjoy historical sites in Washington, D.C. CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL POLITICS The Hinckley Institute of Politics and Department of Political Science administer an interdisciplinary academic program in practical politics, which can be used to structure a program of study for students in any field of study. The purpose of the certificate is to encourage students of all disciplines to enrich their college experience and job marketability by exhibiting knowledge of practical politics by obtaining the certificate. HINCKLEY JOURNAL OF POLITICS The Hinckley journal of Politics strives to publish scholarly political papers of exceptional caliber, promoting the intellectual talents and understanding of University students. The journal is published annually by the Hinckley Institute of Politics and seeks to cover issues ranging from local to international political concerns, embracing diverse political perspectives and a variety of analytical approaches. THE HUNTSMAN SEMINAR IN CONSTITUTIONAL GOVERNMENT FOR TEACHERS A program sponsored by the Huntsman Corporation enables the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to offer a seminar in practical politics. The primary focus in the seminar is face-to-face encounters between visiting politicians and the participating teachers. These sessions are supplemented with formal classroom teaching. The purpose is to give teachers the incentive to pass enthusiasm for politics and community service on to their students. HINCKLEY INSTITUTE OF POLITICS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The purpose of the Hinckley Institute of Politics Alumni Association (HIPAA) is to provide a mechanism for continued involvement of members of the Association with the Hinckley Institute of Politics and its activities and to promote interaction between members of the Association in furthering the purposes of the Institute. THE SCOTT M. MATHESON LEADERSHIP FORUM The Scott M. Matheson Leadership Forum was established in honor of the late Governor. The goal of the leadership forum is to enable former elected officials to reflect, write and speak about their experiences once they have left office. SCHOLARSHIPS AND LOANS Abrelia Clarissa Hinckley Graduate Scholarship: was established in 1975 by Robert H. Hinckley as a tribute to his late wife, a well-known civic leader. It is awarded annually to a female student who plans to obtain a graduate degree at the University of Utah and whose interest, formal training and life goals include a commitment to politics and community service ideals. |
