Civic Education

Staff Contact: Nissa Dahlin-Brown

Part of the Howard Baker Center?s mission is to actively engage in innovative educational initiatives to help students of all ages better understand the American political system.ÿThese initiatives promote understanding of the responsibilities and rewards of public service, and the significance of each citizen's active involvement in government. The Baker Center partners with different national, state, and local organizations to encourage civic education and political knowledge among K-12 and college students.

Civic Education Announcements

Position Announcement: Director of the Baker Center

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is searching for a dynamic individual with a strong academic record to serve as Director of the Howard H. Baker, Jr. Center for Public Policy. Learn more

Now Accepting Applications for 2009-2010 Baker Center Learning Community

The Baker Center Learning community provides students, both Honors and Non-Honors, with interests in politics, public service, civic engagement, political communications, and media the opportunity to enhance their university experience by living with students of similar interests, and by further pursuing these interests with the help of UT faculty and staff.

Applications are now available online, and can be submitted on a rolling basis.

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2009 Baker Scholars Announced

Each year, the Baker Center takes applications for the Baker Scholar program. The Baker Scholars have at least a 3.25 GPA and are interested in careers in public service. These students must attend Baker Center events and must craft an individual plan for engagement within the Baker Center. This plan can include anything from research projects with Baker Center fellows and faculty associates to implementing campus-wide policy initiatives. We are... more>

Baker Scholar FAQ's Posted

Several students, staff, and faculty have asked some questions about the Baker Scholar program. Here are some “Frequently Asked Questions” about the Baker Scholar program. This document is also available online in word format.

What is the GPA requirement?
3.25 GPA is required for undergraduate students. If you are a graduate student, you... more>