“A Republic, if you can keep it.” -Ben Franklin.Howard Baker’s photo says it all: the next generation is watching. 🇺🇸.Our republic requires active investment—teaching, voting, serving, debating. Let’s keep building a civic culture worthy of their trust. #CivicDuty #AmericanCivics

Honored to partner with @JackMillerCenter for the American Political Tradition Syllabus Workshop in Knoxville. Scholars collaborated to develop syllabi that strengthen civic education and deepen student engagement. 🇺🇸📚 #CivicEducation #HigherEd

New report co-authored by IAC Executive Director Josh Dunn: The report fills a major gap in civic education. It offers a clear, practical framework for experiential civic learning, why it matters, and how to do it well. A must-read for educators + scholars. #CivicLearning

Our IAC @865academies Capstone interns had an unforgettable day at the Howard H. Baker Jr. U.S. Courthouse. Thanks to Judge Suzanne Bauknight, court officials, @UTKnoxville student leaders, and Dr. Weaver for an inspiring mock trial + tour! 👏.#CivicEngagement #FutureLeaders

IAC Director Josh Dunn caught up with Robert George & Cornel West at the Colorado Conference on Civic Discourse. In a time of division, these scholars model the power of principled dialogue. 🗣️🇺🇸 #CivicDiscourse #FreeSpeech #Democracy

Shoutout to recent Baker grad Dane Morgan! 🎓 He presented his research to Knoxville’s Charter Review Task Force, advised by IAC Associate Director Dr. Bill Lyons. A great example of civic leadership in action! 👏 #MPPAproud #CivicEngagement #PublicService #Knoxville

Today, we remember the heroes who gave everything for our country. 🇺🇸. Memorial Day is a time to honor their sacrifice, reflect on their courage, and hold close the freedom they died to protect. #MemorialDay #HonorTheFallen #NeverForgotten

We’re proud to highlight Tocqueville Scholar Alex Durkee, who recently shared his inspiring testimony about the impact of the Tocqueville Scholars Program!

We were grateful to sponsor an engaging exchange between former members of Congress Phil Roe (R-TN) and Bob Clement (D-TN) at the @LeadKnox luncheon celebrating the Class of 2025. 🇺🇸 #CivilDiscourse #LK2025 #AcrossTheAisle

What can President Trump learn from Presidents Roosevelt, Carter, and Clinton on making peace? 🕊️.Dr. Andrew Busch explores presidential diplomacy in a new piece for @ConversationUS. 📖 Read more: #ForeignPolicy #PresidentialHistory #TheConversation

Students from Tennessee colleges united for our inaugural Undergraduate Civics Symposium, tackling free speech and civility. It was a model of respectful dialogue for campuses and the country, inspiring hope for the future! #CivicsSymposium #FreeSpeech #CivilDiscourse

Through our K-12 outreach, Pigeon Forge High School and Powell High School students visited The Howard H. Baker Jr. School of Public Policy and Public Affairs and attended lectures on the First Amendment and economics.

IAC Associate Director Andrew Busch contributed a chapter to the newly released "My Fellow Americans," which explores the inaugural addresses of U.S. Presidents. His chapter covers President Truman's first inaugural address. #FacultyFriday

Our innovative Institute Fellows program introduces students to local government and encourages them to consider models for effective citizen engagement in the democratic process.

Over 1,600 high school students from across the region have had the opportunity to watch @clarencebrowntheatre’s production of “Inherit the Wind” this month through our K-12 outreach efforts. The play highlights the importance of freedom of speech and thought. #ScopesTrial100

The Institute of American Civics is committed to improving civic knowledge and civil discourse through courses, student programs, public events, and K-12 outreach. Housed @UTKnoxville's @UTBakerSchool, we're excited to join X to share about our work, events, & people. #UTKCivics