Kevin J Worthen

Kevin J Worthen is a distinguished professor of law at Brigham Young University, where he also served as the 13th president from 2014 to 2023. He is affiliated with the J. Reuben Clark Law School and holds the Hugh W. Colton Professor of Law title. His leadership roles have included dean of the law school and vice president of university advancement. He continues to contribute to legal scholarship and education post-presidency, including a visiting professorship at Yale Law School.

• Education: Juris Doctor, BYU Law School (first in class); Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, summa cum laude, BYU
• Former President of Brigham Young University (2014–2023)
• Dean, J. Reuben Clark Law School (2004–2008)

His research focuses on Native American law, indigenous rights, constitutional government, and religious freedom. He has also published on topics including marriage, religion, and sports law. His academic work is informed by a Fulbright scholarship in South America, where he studied cultural assimilation and taught at the University of Chile Law School.

Although no recent publications are listed in the provided text, his scholarly impact is evident through his leadership in academic initiatives such as the Inspiring Learning Initiative at BYU, which emphasizes spiritually strengthening and character-building education.

Scientific and Professional Recognition:

• Fulbright Scholar
• First in Class, BYU Law School
• BYU Wheatley Institute Distinguished Fellow in Constitutional Government
• Michael Doyle ’62 and Bunny Winter Distinguished Visiting Professor of Law, Yale Law School

Worthen has not been described as having formal advisees in the text, but he has mentored students through university-wide programs and initiatives. His leadership in experiential learning, including research opportunities and internships, has significantly impacted student development. He has also played key roles in expanding BYU’s infrastructure and global educational outreach.

He is associated with several research and academic teams, particularly through the Wheatley Institute and law school programs, though specific lab affiliations are not mentioned. His post-presidential work continues to influence constitutional and religious legal scholarship at national and international levels.