At the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, students are finding their voice in public policy through the Civic Engagement Roundtable (CER), a dynamic, student-led organization housed within the Baker School that’s redefining what it means to get involved in civic life. Turning Ideas Into Action CER aims to give students a platform to explore their policy […]
October 29, 2025 At the Howard H. Baker Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs, student leadership takes form in many ways. One of which is through the Baker School Student Association (BSSA). By organizing civic engagement events and building connections across programs, BSSA gives students a platform to shape their Baker experience and […]
October 17, 2025 The Tocqueville Scholars program was founded in fall 2024 by the Institute of American Civics (IAC). It is grounded in the ideas of Alexis de Tocqueville, a 19th-century French philosopher best known for Democracy in America, his influential examination of U.S. democracy and civic life. The program educates students in America’s constitutional, […]
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 Members of Congress, federal agencies, or government-related organizations, where they gain hands-on experience in public service, policy, and legislative work. Each student brought their curiosity, […]
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 […]
