National Constitution Day Dialogue
Tuesday, September 17th @ Virtual/Zoom (1 pm)
Hosted by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)’s American Democracy Project, the “National Constitution Day Dialogue” is designed to reach across differences and create a space for open discussion of the U.S. Constitution. This national, facilitated dialogue is based on the fundamental value of pursuing knowledge for the public good. Participants will gain new information about the U.S. Constitution and have a facilitated dialogue. CLICK HERE to register.
Constitution Day Keynote Address
Wednesday, September 18th (11 am - 11:30 am) @ Williams Center S204-DE
Bob McCarthy, a WKBW-TV political analyst, will deliver this year’s Constitution Day keynote, “Freedom of the Press – It's in the Constitution!”. The address by the retired Buffalo News reporter will center on the relationship between politicians and reporters and how those in power cannot hide from their obligation to interact with the press. All are welcome to participate in an informal conversation with Bob over a FREE lunch from 12-1 in the same room. ADP sponsors the event with support from the Carnahan Jackson Humanities Fund of the Fredonia College Foundation.
NY Equal Rights Amendment Panel
Tuesday, September 30th (11 am - 12 pm) @ Williams Center S204-AB
ADP and the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County will co-host a panel on the NY Equal Rights Amendment, a constitutional amendment on this year’s ballot in NYS. The panel will discuss what adding an Equal Rights Amendment to our state constitution would mean. Light refreshments will be served, followed by lunch. All are welcome to attend the panel and join us for a FREE lunch at Noon.
On-Campus Voter Registration Drives
September 1st - 30th
- Thursday, September 5th @ McEwen Hall (10 am - 2 pm)
- Tuesday, September 10th @ University Commons (10 am - 2 pm)
- Wednesday, September 18th @ Williams Center S204-DE (11 am - 1 pm)
- Thursday, September 26th @ McEwen Hall (10 am - 2 pm)
- Monday, September 30th @ Williams Center S204-AB (11 am - 1 pm)
Take a moment to check your registration status now and make a plan to vote at ALLINtoVote.org/plan. If you’re a NYS resident, CLICK HERE to find out if you’re registered to vote and HERE to register to vote online.
Sip and Stroll
September 1st - 26th @ Reed Library
- Bring a beverage and peruse the Constitutional Amendments on display in Reed Library.
- Every student who visits and interacts with the exhibit can enter to win a $25 Starbucks gift card.
Questions? Email ADP@fredonia.edu
