Uvu Announces Review After Charlie Kirk Assassination

Law enforcement responds after conservative political commentator Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. (Photo by Spenser Heaps for Utah News Dispatch) Utah Valley University is starting an independent review with a third-party organization in the aftermath of the shooting that killed conservative commentator Charlie Kirk during a speaking event at the university’s campus. “We believe the findings of the comprehensive, third-party independent review of this targeted act of violence will offer valuable insights on how college campuses improve response and preparedness moving forward,” Astrid Tuminez, president of... “We will integrate the findings into our efforts to strengthen and improve safety practices for UVU and all of Utah higher education.”

The university has implemented several measures to protect staff, faculty and students, according to a news release. Operational details are unavailable for security reasons, but there’s an increased law enforcement presence on campus. Lawmakers on the Utah Legislature’s School Security Task Force also spoke about the independent review during a Monday meeting, saying they expect those findings to provide valuable insights on how higher education institutions across... Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University (UVU) on Sept. 10, 2025, UVU today announced it is initiating a comprehensive independent review with an external organization. Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University (UVU) on Sept.

10, 2025, UVU today announced it is initiating a comprehensive independent review with an external organization. “We believe the findings of the comprehensive, third-party independent review of this targeted act of violence will offer valuable insights on how college campuses improve response and preparedness moving forward,” said Astrid S. Tuminez, president of UVU. “We will integrate the findings into our efforts to strengthen and improve safety practices for UVU and all of Utah higher education.” UVU will continue to care for its campus community, providing support through mental health services and additional resources throughout the semester. The university also affirms its commitment to free speech, intellectual inquiry, and constructive dialogue.

Sep 22, 2025, 1:05 PM | Updated: 6:46 pm BY SIMONE SEIKALY AND MARY CULBERTSON, KSL NEWSRADIO SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Valley University officials have initiated what they call a comprehensive and independent review in response to an on-campus assassination on Sept. 10. On that day, Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was speaking at the organization’s “Prove Me Wrong” tour at UVU when he was shot and killed. The speaking engagement was set up in an outdoor space on the campus, and the shooter is believed to have been lying in wait on a nearby rooftop.

The university previously said six police offers were on duty, monitoring the Kirk event on the day he was shot. There were also members of Kirk’s security team, as well as officers in plainclothes. Following the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk during a Turning Point USA speaking engagement at Utah Valley University (UVU) on September 10, the university is initiating a comprehensive independent review with an external... UVU will use the findings to help strengthen safety practices at UVU and for Utah higher education in general. “We believe the findings of the comprehensive, third-party independent review of this targeted act of violence will offer valuable insights on how college campuses improve response and preparedness moving forward,” said Astrid S. Tuminez, president of UVU.

“We will integrate the findings into our efforts to strengthen and improve safety practices for UVU and all of Utah higher education.” UVU has not released details about the security measures taken in advance of the assassination, but Kirk’s lead security staff had coordinated with UVU Police Chief Jeff Long. At the time of the assassination, Kirk was speaking to an audience of about 3,000 people from an outdoor courtyard on campus when the single shot was fired. Kirk was rushed to Timpanogos Regional Hospital in a private vehicle, where he was later pronounced dead. Following the event, campus was closed to students for a week. UVU has implemented several measures to protect staff, faculty and students, but is not releasing operational details for security purposes.

There has been an increased law enforcement presence on campus. During a meeting on September 22, members of the Utah Legislature’s School Security Task Force addressed the independent review. They said the finding are expected to provide insights on how higher education institutions across the state can strengthen safety practices. According to Ogden Republican Senator Anne Millner, the task force’s responsibility is to ensure that the FBI, Utah Department of Public Safety, Board of Higher Education, and UVU can carry out their reviews. by Aubree B. Jennings & Wendy Halloran, KUTV

An independent organization will conduct a review of Charlie Kirk's assassination at Utah Valley University in an effort to strengthen campus safety measures. (Photo: FBI) OREM, Utah (KUTV) — An independent organization will conduct a review of Charlie Kirk's assassination at Utah Valley University in an effort to strengthen campus safety measures. UVU officials announced the independent review into the assassination on Monday, adding that it will be conducted by an external organization. They said the review is intended to improve campus preparedness and response to safety threats. “We believe the findings of the comprehensive, third-party independent review of this targeted act of violence will offer valuable insights on how college campuses improve response and preparedness moving forward,” said UVU President Astrid...

Tuminez. OREM, Utah — In a significant move to address concerns over public safety and the security of controversial speakers on campus, Utah Valley University (UVU) announced an independent, external review of the fatal shooting... The university’s decision, revealed Monday, comes amid growing criticism over perceived security lapses during Kirk’s event and aims to restore the institution’s reputation for safety. Kirk, known for his far-right political stance, was shot during an event at UVU where he opted for an outdoor setting to better engage with students. Critics argue this decision complicated security efforts. Comparisons have been drawn with previous events where Kirk spoke, such as at Illinois State University and the University of Wyoming, both of which reportedly had substantial security presence, including multiple campus police officers...

In contrast, the security measures at UVU are being scrutinized for their adequacy, as critics allege they were significantly less than at other institutions. Furthermore, the university’s response to the incident has faced condemnation due to delayed and conflicting emergency alerts. The shooting incident has sparked a debate about campus security protocols, particularly when hosting high-profile speakers. Past events involving controversial figures have typically necessitated heightened security measures to prevent disruptions and ensure safety. Kirk’s appearance at UVU was intended to be accessible, a decision that inadvertently introduced security vulnerabilities. Crime scene tape surrounds Utah Valley University after Turning Point USA CEO and cofounder Charlie Kirk was shot and killed, Orem, Utah, Sept.

13, 2025. Utah Valley University is launching an independent, external review of the fatal shooting of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk on its campus earlier this month. The university announced the move Monday in an effort to improve safety practices amid fallout over security lapses and the shattering of the serene image the institution had cultivated. "We believe the findings of the comprehensive, third-party independent review of this targeted act of violence will offer valuable insights on how college campuses improve response and preparedness moving forward," Astrid S. Tuminez, the school's president, said in an emailed statement. "We will integrate the findings into our efforts to strengthen and improve safety practices for UVU and all of Utah higher education."

The university did not immediately respond to questions about who would conduct the review or when it would be completed.

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