IAC’s Busch’s “The Comeback” Details National Election
Marking more than 30 years of insightful political analysis, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Professor and Institute of American Civics Associate Director Andrew E. Busch and co-author John J. Pitney Jr. offer a definitive account of the 2024 election in their newly released book, The Comeback (Bloomsbury, 2025). “The election of 2024 was both highly unusual […]
Ambassador A.B. Culvahouse Speaks at Cumberland University Commencement
Over the weekend, Ambassador A.B. Culvahouse delivered an inspiring address as the keynote speaker for Cumberland University’s 2025 undergraduate commencement ceremony. He shared personal stories, reflections on public service, and a powerful message about leadership, civic responsibility, and national unity. His speech challenged graduates to embrace diverse perspectives and reinforced their readiness as they enter […]
The Institute of American Civics Inspires 59 Students to Explore Civil Liberties During Annual Tennessee History Day Competition
Knoxville, TN (May 8, 2025) – Recently, 217 students from across Tennessee participated in the 2025 Tennessee History Day Competition. Fifty-nine students chose to focus their projects on American Constitutional Liberties to be considered for a special award presented by the Institute of American Civics (IAC) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The annual competition […]