Astrid Tuminez

Astrid Tuminez is the seventh president of Utah Valley University, where she has served since 2018. As the first woman, person of color, and immigrant to lead the institution, Tuminez has a distinguished background in academia, government, and international relations. Her tenure has been marked by significant growth in enrollment and institutional changes, alongside challenges such as the recent political climate and personal grief from the sudden loss of her husband. Tuminez's leadership style emphasizes the importance of universities in fostering civic discourse and preparing students for global citizenship.