History - Georgetown College

The Baker Scholars Program at Georgetown College was founded in 1973 by the family of the late George F. Baker, a leading financier and philanthropist, who believed in cultivating business leaders who are intellectually inspired and socially conscious. Originally, the Baker Scholars Program was created as a scholarship for a small group of male students for the final two years of their studies in the College of Arts and Science. The Program put a strong emphasis on education, leadership, and personal responsibility.

Toward the end of the 1970’s, the Program began to change in its nature. In addition to scholarships, a programmatic element was added. Meetings were held more frequently as the scope of the Program expanded. Mentorship became a pillar of the Baker Scholar Program. Women were also admitted into the Program.

The Program has continued to evolve even to this day. The Program has become increasingly structured, but still remains a student-driven organization. Although the activities of the Program have changed, its core value of developing business leaders who possess both intellectual achievement and social consciousness have remained unchanged for nearly 40 years.