The Institute of American Civics (IAC) housed at the Howard H. Baker, Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs (Baker School) welcomed nearly 80 K-12 educators representing 31 counties for the Tennessee Civics Academy on June 25 and 26. In its second year, the Tennessee Civics Academy is a two-day professional development conference, providing […]
The Institute of American Civics (IAC), housed in The Howard H. Baker, Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs (Baker School) hosted a debate entitled “Is the American Dream Dying?” on March 21. The debate was the second installment of the flagship Civic Leadership lecture series, supported by Chancellor Donde Plowman, which seeks to […]
This September, the Institute of American Civics at the Baker School of Public Policy and Public Affairs is presenting programs highlighting Constitution Day, including a lecture by Harvard professor and Washington Post columnist Danielle Allen and a performance of “Cato,” a play by Joseph Addison that was performed at Valley Forge under George Washington’s order. Constitution Day […]
For more than 50 years, the Tennessee Legislative Internship Program (TLIP) has provided students from across the state with the opportunity to experience Tennessee politics firsthand and contribute to the democratic process by serving as interns in the Tennessee General Assembly. At the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TLIP is jointly administered by the Howard H. […]
Attend a live performance of Cato by Joseph AddisonSeptember 16, 19, 20, and 21 at 7:00 p.m. and September 17 at 2:30 p.m.Clarence Brown Lab Theatre Produced by: Professor and Department Head Misty Anderson, Ph.D. Directed by: Charles Pasternak After the crucial winter victories of 1777-78 George Washington’s troops participated in a Valley Forge production […]
Constitution Day Event | Sept. 19, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. | Toyota Auditorium The Institute of American Civics welcomes Harvard University professor, acclaimed author and democracy expert, and Washington Post columnist Danielle Allen for a discussion of the meaning of the Declaration of Independence for our lives today. Allen, a member of Institute’s Board of Fellows, will […]
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Institute of American Civics (IAC) is bringing together 50 high school educators from around the state for a two-day symposium on teaching civic knowledge and engagement. Housed at the University of Tennessee’s Howard H. Baker Jr. Center for Public Policy, IAC is creating a space for educators to discuss ways […]
Every year, Leadership Knoxville brings together community leaders for a 10-month, hands-on experience that provides the participants an opportunity to learn more about the community, its history, opportunities, and challenges. As a skills-building program, it gives community leaders new perspectives and connections by exploring local government, education, economic development, and the arts. On Tuesday, […]
March 27, 2023 | 6:00pm | Toyota Auditorium As part of Listen Learn Lead Week, the Institute of American Civics and Braver Angels and the UTK Speech and Debate Society are hosting a student debate – “Should Assault Weapons Be Banned?” UT Knoxville students are invited to join a respectful conversation touching all sides of […]
Oct 24, 2022 | 6:00pm | Student Union Ballroom The Institute of American Civics has a unique opportunity to lead the UT Knoxville campus and the State of Tennessee in combating political polarization and encouraging civil discourse and civic engagement. As a part of that effort, we are pleased to welcome former House Speaker Paul […]