Constitution Day

Commemorating the Constitution

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day are observed each year on September 17 to commemorate the signing of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787, and "recognize all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become citizens." In 2004, through Senator Robert C. Byrd's leadership, Congress included key provisions in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of Fiscal Year 2005, requiring public schools and government agencies to provide educational programs to promote a better understanding of the Constitution. (Public Law 108-477)

Upcoming Constitution Day Event: Sept. 17th

Join us to learn more about the US Constitution and why it is still important today. Often referred to as a "living document," this Zoom webinar will examine the highlights of the Constitution, such as freedom of speech and immigration rights. All are welcome to enjoy this free, fun online event on Thursday, Sept. 17th, 2020 at 11am. 

• Frequently Asked Questions

  How does Coastline celebrate Constitution Day?

  Coastline College strives to educate students and community members about the U.S. Constitution and citizenship through interactive activities, events, and web resources. Student Services often collaborates with student leaders to distribute information pertaining to the U.S. Constitution and the responsibilities of citizenship at its three neighborhood campuses.

  Throughout the years, Coastline has collaborated with the college community by offering the following:

  • Coordinated giveaways (i.e. pocket-sized U.S. Constitutions)
  • Interactive quizzes
  • Informational tabling
  • Voter registration information
  • Organizing webinars
  • and other unique programs!

  Any events affiliated with Constitution Day and Citizenship Day will be updated each year. We invite all students, faculty, and community members to join Coastline College's activities, events and year-long efforts to learn more about the Constitution's historical and contemporary significance.

  How Does This Benefit Me?

  Having accessibility to our landmark documents, such as the U.S. Constitution gives you the right to examine and learn from the records that ensures your rights, hold the government accountable and tell the story of the nation. Coastline College works to ensure their students and community members can easily find civic literature, anytime and anywhere.

• Resources

  Learn more:

  • Charters of Freedom

    Online exhibit of the U.S. Constitution

  • Citizenship Resource Center

    A web-based portal that centralizes citizenship resources

  • Documents from the Continental Congress and the Constitutional Convention, 1774 to 1789:

    Library of Congress' collection highlights key events and items during the creation of the U.S. Constitution

  • Engage Congress

    Play a fun, interactive game through your phone or computer. Use primary sources to explore the challenges faced by representative democracy today.

  • Register to Vote

    Stay informed and get registered to vote for your local, state and national elections.

  • The Constitution: How Did it Happen?

    National Archives' history of the living document

Census Due By Sept. 30th

Census Due By Sept. 30th

Census Due By Sept. 30th

Complete the census at 2020census.gov by September 30th.

When you respond to the census, you help your community get its fair share of federal funds (for schools, hospitals, roads, etc.). Businesses use census data to decide where to build - in other words: more jobs. The census also affects emergency response, redistricting, and more.

Past Events

Past Constitution Day events for all students, faculty, staff and public include:

09/17/2019

Coastline's Student Life, in coordination with community organization, VietRISE, presented a Constitution Day Webinar highlighting freedom of speech and immigration rights.

09/17/2018

Associated Student Government Office and student leaders engaged with students and public about our nation's constitution through an information table and giveaways at the following locations:

• Westminster - Le-Jao Campus
• Newport Beach Campus
• Garden Grove Campus

09/18/2017

Associated Student Government Office and student leaders engaged with students and public about our nation's constitution through an information table and giveaways at the Newport Beach Campus.

09/15/2016

Associated Student Government Office and the Info Center engaged with students and public about our nation's constitution through an information table at all campuses. At College Center, they coordinated Constitution Day related prizes and activities for visitors.

09/17/2015

Coastline College interacted with students through informational tabling, resources and free giveaways.

Additional Information

For additional information, please contact Student Life & Leadership Specialist, Kasie Hipp at khipp@coastline.edu or call (714) 241-6253