The Maddy Institute
Committed to Inspiring the Next Generation of Leaders, Increasing Civic Engagement, and Elevating Policy Issues in the Central Valley
Preparing The
Next Generation
of Government Leaders
Through our four-university partnership, The Maddy Institute inspires the next generation of Valley leaders through hands-on government experience and a deeper understanding of public service.
Upcoming Events
- Wednesday • October 28, 2026
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Maddy Associates Luncheon with Secretary Leon Panetta
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 • 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Location: California State University, Fresno, 5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA 93740, USA
Join us for a conversation with Leon Panetta, Chairman of The Panetta Institute for Public Policy and Former Secretary of Defense.
This event is exclusive to Maddy Associate members only. Please contact blakezante@csufresno.edu to RSVP.
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The Valley’s
Nonpartisan Policy Institute
Discover what’s happening in the Central Valley and the Nation today.
Kenneth L. Maddy’s
Public Service Legacy
The Maddy Institute was established in 1999 to inspire lifelong leaders in honor of California State Senator Kenneth L. Maddy who led with integrity, legislative skill, and bipartisanship.