Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Constitution Day


Constitution Day and Citizenship Day (also known just as Constitution Day) which commemorates the signing of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787. In honor of Constitution Day, all educational institutions receiving federal funding are required to hold an educational program pertaining to the U.S. Constitution.
Under direction from the Office of the President and the Provost, the Office of Academic Excellence will lead a cross-campus gathering of support for offering Constitution Day activities at the University of Kentucky. Staff and faculty work with many different student organizations and units on campus to develop a campus-wide approach to the celebration of our rights and responsibilities as citizens of the U.S. and to develop habits of citizenship in a new generation of Americans. We want to hear from you. On social media, use our hashtag .

Each person enrolled in ENG/AAS 168 must attend one event 

This year, the University will celebrate Constitution Day on Monday, September 18, 2017



8 a.m.
First Amendment Essay Contest
Self enroll at https://uk.instructure.com/enroll/8E383D ~ for undergraduates only ~ essays limited to 750 words
Cash prizes for 1st place ($500), 2nd place ($300), 3rd place ($200) winners. Up to three honorable mentions will receive a book award: James Madison and The Struggle for the Bill of Rights. Professor Richard Labunski of the UK School of Journalism and Media is the author of the book. The three winners will receive their awards at the Scripps Howard First Amendment Center's Celebration on Sept. 28th, 6 p.m. W.T.Young Library Auditorium.
8–11 a.m.
Coffee With the Constitution
Grab coffee and donuts on us, pick up your own copy of the Constitution, get inspired to write for our essay contest, and learn more about the day’s events. Look for our tables all over campus!
10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Rivers of Earth in Appalachia: The Work of James Still
Stop by Special Collections Research Center in the M.I.King Library lobby to learn more about one of Kentucky’s honored poets, James Still, and view the debut of the James Still Papers and Photograph Collection
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Different Perspectives to Form a Collective
Join representative of student groups from across campus for a panel on the current state of our university and our country
11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Civic Engagement Fair
Visit booths around Bowman’s Den to learn about how to get more involved in the communities and issues that move you
12p.m.–2p.m.
Eat The Bluegrass
Stop by Young Library for Kentucky-themed lunch items, lawn games, music by WRFL, and more!
1–2 p.m.
Constitutional Controversy in the Age of Trump
Join expert UK political scientists for a rousing panel discussion
2–3 p.m.
America’s Unwritten Constitution: A Guide for Civic Engagement
UK historian Jane Calvert uncovers the real story behind the writing of our nation’s founding document
3–4 p.m.
I AM KENTUCKY reception
Missed lunch? Stop by the Alumni Gallery at Young Library for finger food, information on the Constitution Day essay contest, and conversations about what it means to be a Kentuckian today
4–5 and 5–6 p.m.
KY Stands for “Know Your”: The Amendments and American Rights
The Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers presents back-to-back workshops on the rights provided by the 6th, 8th, and 14th amendments
Keys to The Commonwealth: Why We Serve Kentucky–And Why You Should, Too! 6-7:30

Local and state politicians from across the aisles and around the region talk candidly about what it means to them to represent the people of the Commonwealth, how they got into politics, and what they think the future holds for Kentucky