A special day in American history, Sept. 17, 1787, marks the signing of the U.S. Constitution by the Founding Fathers about 231 years ago. While the date has been celebrated under several names, Constitution Day was formalized in 2004. Nationwide, cities celebrate this historic day with activities, events and parades.

The Leon S. Peters Ethics Lecture Series will start its fall 2019 lineup on Constitution Day, Sept. 17, with three different events that address the First, 14th and 19th amendments. Activist, political and community groups will be represented along with the Fresno County Clerk/Elections Office and League of Women Voters, who will offer voter-registration opportunities.

Let’s Taco ‘Bout It! — Five Freedoms and First Amendment
11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Kennel Bookstore lawn

Students will have the opportunity to learn about the First Amendment and earn free tacos. The Henry Madden Library will display books that have been banned and/or censored, while students will play music that has also been banned. This event is sponsored by the Fresno State Institute for Media and Public Trust. This event is also recognized and partially funded by the 1 for All Campaign of Middle Tennessee University.

Voting Rights and 19th Amendment
1:30 - 3 p.m., Satellite Student Union

Celebrating 100 years of women’s suffrage and voting rights, the Department of Political Science will host a panel discussion with experts.

Racial Issues and 14th Amendment
3 - 5 p.m., Satellite Student Union

The Ethics Center will host a discussion panel with Stephen Morris, chief executive officer of the Civic Education Center, and Dan Jamison, an attorney with Dowling Aaron Law.

Visit Fresno State News to see a full schedule of the Ethics Lecture Series.