Happenings
The latest news and events from Wheatley Institute.
Bonds of Affection: Is Unity Possible in a Divided America?
Wheatley Institute partnered with the American Enterprise Institute on conference
Braver Angels Convention Deepens Civic Skills
Paul Lambert, Wheatley Institute Religion Director, was part of a panel discussion during a breakout session at the 2024 Braver Angels National Convention. The convention was organized in an effort to find ways to disagree better especially in politics and civic virtue.
The U.S. Constitution and the Two-Party System: Wheatley Launches Student Essay Contest in Preparation for Constitution Day
Wheatley is partnering with the BYU College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences for the second year in a row
Disagree Better: A Parenting Toolkit and Tips for Managing Conflict
Deseret News, Inside Sources, and Church News cover the launch of three free lessons on disagreeing better.
Wheatley Collaborates with BYU Marriott School of Business for the 2024 Student Conference on Religion in the Public Sphere
25 students from seven colleges gathered for the case competition.
The Intersection of Faith, Media, and Wellness
Sheri Dew gave a lecture about faith, media, and wellness.
Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier
Arthur C. Brooks discussed key points from his new book about achieving happiness regardless of circumstances.
Recent Research on Healthy Relationships Through a Religious Lens
Jason S. Carroll, Family Initiative Director of Wheatley Institute, shared his latest research on couples at BYU-Idaho.
Family Unfriendly: How Our Culture Made Raising Kids Much Harder Than It Needs to Be
Timothy P. Carney spoke about his new book on why modern parenting in America is full of unrealistic expectations and how to return to the virtues of traditional parenting.
Robert P. George: The Constitution and Civic Virtue
George discussed what institutions—beginning with the family—instill the habits of mind that make for good citizenship.