Written by Dr. Deborah Mendez
On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they created. Today, we honor the document that guarantees Americans their essential rights and serves as the basis for all other laws. The Constitution outlines the government’s powers, the limitations on those powers, and the rights of citizens.
The students of UIC celebrated this day by having a guest speaker and live-streaming events from the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, PA. Mr. John Mendez, JD, a recent graduate of St. Thomas Law School, spoke to the ENC 1101 students about the writing of the Constitution and how it is a living document contract between the people and their representatives, and remains one of the most respected documents globally.
The ENC 1102 classes watched the live reading of the Preamble in front of the National Constitution Center. They focused on analyzing the meaning, importance, and impact of the Bill of Rights.
Today, we celebrate the signing of the Constitution by exploring the everyday relevance of the document- how its principles shape our personal freedoms, civic duties, and digital lives. We celebrate our love for the United States of America and the Blessing of Freedom our Founding Fathers secured for us.
Business Professor Jack Rose purchased copies of the Constitution of the United States Booklet to distribute to students who had reviewed and understood the Constitution during class.
UIC is grateful to its honorable faculty members who educate students on their rights as citizens of the United States of America.