Baker Blog

Congressional Internship Program – Adarius Parrish

Every year, a select group of University of Tennessee, Knoxville students work on Capitol Hill through the Baker School’s Congressional Internship Program. This opportunity places students in the offices of U.S. Representatives and Senators, where they gain hands-on experience in public service, policy, and legislative work. Each student brought their curiosity, professionalism, and Volunteer spirit…
Congressional Internship Program – Katie Glagola

Every year, a select group of University of Tennessee, Knoxville students work on Capitol Hill through the Baker School’s Congressional Internship Program. This opportunity places students in the offices of U.S. Representatives and Senators, where they gain hands-on experience in public service, policy, and legislative work. Each student brought their curiosity, professionalism, and Volunteer spirit…
Congressional Internship Program – Cade Simmons

Every year, a select group of University of Tennessee, Knoxville students work on Capitol Hill through the Baker School’s Congressional Internship Program. This opportunity places students in the offices of U.S. Representatives and Senators, where they gain hands-on experience in public service, policy, and legislative work. Each student brought their curiosity, professionalism, and Volunteer spirit…
Congressional Internship Program – Heather Taylor

Every year, a select group of University of Tennessee, Knoxville students work on Capitol Hill through the Baker School’s Congressional Internship Program. This opportunity places students in the offices of U.S. Representatives and Senators, where they gain hands-on experience in public service, policy, and legislative work. Each student brought their curiosity, professionalism, and Volunteer spirit…
Maggie Howard Makes a Local Impact Through MTAS Summer Internship

Maggie Howard, a rising sophomore at the Baker School, is spending her summer learning firsthand how local government operates through an internship with the University of Tennessee’s Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS). Assigned to the city of Goodlettsville, she has taken on a wide range of responsibilities, from attending city meetings to spending time with…
A Closer Look at the Japan Ambassadors Experience with Hope Greene

Since starting at the Baker School last fall, Hope Greene prioritized seizing opportunities connected to her interest in national security. Japan’s history, political structure, and cultural influence stood out as areas she wanted to explore more. When Hope first learned about the Japan Ambassadors program, it perfectly combined her academic interests with real-world experience. The…
Where Policy Meets Analytics: One Student’s Journey Through the Baker School and Haslam College of Business

From the moment Nolan Ragland (‘23) stepped onto the University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus in August 2019, he had the drive to make meaningful impact. He quickly became involved with The Howard H. Baker Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs (Baker School) through the Baker Ambassadors program. That initial connection grew into a…
2025 Graduate Spotlight: Addie Davis

Addie Davis is graduating with a degree in early childhood education and will be continuing her academic journey at the University of Michigan, where she will pursue a master’s degree in elementary education. During her time at the University of Tennessee, Addie served as a UT Government Relations Intern and worked as a Literacy Research…
2025 Graduate Spotlight: Tucker Mountain

Tucker Mountain is graduating with a degree in labor economics and a minor in political science. Following graduation, he will attend Officer Training School with the Air Force Reserves and then join Deloitte Government and Public Service consulting practice. Tucker attributes his success at the Baker School to the experiences and connections that shaped his…
2025 Graduate Spotlight: Szaviea Wynn

Szaviea Wynn is graduating with a degree in sociology and English and preparing to enter the workforce full-time and study for the LSAT. Her time at the Baker School played a role in helping her develop the confidence and skills to engage in meaningful dialogue about politics at all levels. Through her academic work, particularly…