BYU Faculty
Because social impact is an interdisciplinary field, we work across the BYU campus to connect students and faculty who want to collaborate in this space. Here you will find case studies highlighting the work of current BYU faculty and a directory of all our faculty fellows with their areas of research.
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Championing Social Impact At BYU
Pamela Brubaker, Ph.D., a faculty fellow at the Ballard Center, is a dedicated advocate for the center's mission and its offerings to BYU students.
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BYU Researchers: How a Switch To a 'Growth Mindset' Is Helping Empower Entrepreneurs In Developing Nations
Leveraging his collaboration with the Ballard Center to bridge the gap between high-quality evidence and effective public policy.
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Bridging The Gap Between Data And Policy
Leveraging his collaboration with the Ballard Center to bridge the gap between high-quality evidence and effective public policy.
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Faculty Fellows Directory
Our directory of Faculty Fellows highlights BYU professors performing research at the intersection of their area of expertise and social impact.
Dan Heist, Ph.D.
“The Ballard Center creates an innovative space for BYU students to develop their social impact ideas and learn how to Do Good. Better. I recommend the Ballard Center to every student who wants to be a change maker in the world.”
Pamela Brubaker, Ph.D.
"Students love to be a part of a good cause—especially my communication students. The Ballard Center provides a cause-focused platform that motivates students and gives them real-life experience."
Isaac Smith, Ph.D.
“One of the biggest impacts the Ballard Center has is on the lives of the thousands of BYU students who are learning to become social innovators and entrepreneurs. I’m inspired by their commitment to improving the lives of others throughout the world.”