Baker Blog
Follow us on the Baker Blog as we cover all things Baker School, from what is happening in public policy to first-hand experiences from students in our programs, along with resources for academics and career development.
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Louie Perry: Bridging Policy and Global Dialogue
Well before Illinois native Louie Perry set foot in the Howard H. Baker Jr. School of Public Policy and Public…
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Listening First: Madison Lackey’s Journey From Community Conversations to Policy Research
Graduate student, Madison Lackey, found herself sitting across from community leaders in the Cumberland Gap region listening to effects of…
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Half a World Away, Familiar Challenges
Director of the Center for National Security and Foreign Affairs, Krista Wiegand, spent three weeks at Don Mariano Marcos Memorial…
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How Voting Rights Have Evolved in the United States
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, understanding the history of voting rights helps illuminate how American democracy has…
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Examining Food Waste and Recovery at Neyland Stadium: Julia Swart’s Capstone Project
Former Baker graduate student, Julia Swart, was drawn to the program by her passion for food policy and her desire…
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A Look at the Civic Engagement Roundtable
Students are finding their voice in public policy through the Civic Engagement Roundtable, a student-led organization housed within the Baker…
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The Baker Living & Learning Community: Where Leadership Meets Service
The Baker Living & Learning Community is more than a place to live. It’s a community where curiosity and purpose…
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Baker Dozen Study Tips
Finals week is here. Here are some simple, helpful study tips to keep you organized, focused, and ready to finish…
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Inspiring Civic Engagement: Baker Ambassador Alexis Barton
Baker student Alexis Barton is passionate about making meaningful change through government and policy.
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Dante Grayson Driving Change and Empowering Communities
Dante Grayson views public service as a lifelong commitment to improving the lives of others with forward-thinking ideas, thoughtful leadership,…