Janice Hanson was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. As a teenager, she held many school offices and was noted as one of Utah Top Teens by Salt Lake Tribune. She has served on the PTA board and has held many leadership positions in various organizations of her church. Janice has been a keynote speaker at many adult groups and youth conferences. She and her husband, Dennis, have five children, eighteen grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Dennis and Janice both retired from the University of Utah and enjoy spending time with each other. Their family is the highlight of their lives.