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Baker Council

Baker Council

Constitutional Conversations: Finding Common Ground | September 1, 2022, reception and dinner for faculty, Constitutional Conversations: Finding Common Ground, at Blount Mansion on Thursday, September 1, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. Faculty will have an evening of enriching conversation centered on the country's founding principles and free speech on college campuses.

Baker Council

The Baker Council is our premier leadership giving society, composed of donors who provide significant annual support and strategic guidance. Council members enjoy exclusive benefits such as invitations to special events, briefings with faculty and leadership, and opportunities to connect with fellow champions of public policy.

Joining the Baker Council means becoming an integral partner in advancing the school’s mission and shaping the future of public affairs in Tennessee and beyond.

Membership Benefits Include:

  • Influence in shaping the Baker School’s priorities and initiatives through advisory roles and consultations.
  • Invitations to exclusive events, including private receptions, faculty-led briefings, and behind-the-scenes tours of research centers.
  • Opportunities to network with school leadership, distinguished faculty, fellow donors, and influential public policy professionals.
  • Access to special updates and insights about the school’s research, student achievements, and community impact.
  • Recognition in school publications and at major events, honoring your commitment to public policy education.

Why Join the Baker Council?

Becoming a Baker Council member means more than giving—it means engaging deeply with a vibrant community dedicated to shaping public policy solutions. Your leadership and insight help ensure the Baker School remains a national leader in policy education and impactful research.

Members of the Baker Council often serve as ambassadors for the school, fostering connections across Tennessee and beyond, and championing the next generation of public problem-solvers.

“I increasingly believe that the essence of leadership ... is to be an eloquent listener.”
—Howard H. Baker Jr.

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