Instructor: RANDELL HOFFMAN

RANDELL HOFFMAN

Randy Hoffman (he/him, they/them) is an educator, historian, preservationist, and quilter committed to making history accessible and relevant to diverse communities. As an independent researcher of Utah's LGBTIQ+ history, Randy focuses on amplifying overlooked narratives and fostering spaces where historical preservation intersects with community empowerment. They hold a bachelor's degree in History Education from Brigham Young University–Idaho and are currently pursuing a graduate degree in Archives and Records Management at San Jose State University.

Randy's research interests span social histories, place-making, gender and Queerness, and community-based archival work. They are deeply involved in organizing and developing the Mildred Berryman Institute of LGBTIQ+ Utah History alongside other local historians. This initiative aims to centralize, professionalize, and safeguard the state's LGBTIQ+ history, culture, and humanities for future generations.

A passionate advocate for the preservation of tangible histories, Randy serves on the Board of Trustees for Preservation Utah, where they contribute to the organization's advocacy efforts.

In addition to their professional and nonprofit work, Randy is currently working on several writing projects, including an analysis of Utah newspapers' portrayal of Oscar Wilde, the evolution of Utah's LGBTIQ+ community and political organizations, and a biographical piece on Joe Redburn (a pivotal figure in Utah's queer history).

Through all their work, Randy strives to honor the power of storytelling, foster inclusive spaces, and build connections between the past and present that inspire community growth and belonging.

RANDELL HOFFMAN is currently teaching:

Class Title	Semester	Date(s)	Program
A History of LGBTQ+ Utah	Spring	2/15/25 - 3/01/25	Lifelong Learning