In Recognition of Constitution Day

In honor of the signing of the U.S. Constitution, September 17 is designated as National Constitution Day. Also known as Constitution and Citizenship Day, the annual commemoration began in 2005 to encourage all Americans to learn more about the Constitution.

The Constitution protects the fundamental rights of U.S. citizens, including freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the right to vote. It also separates the powers of government and includes checks and balances to ensure no one branch has more power.

To learn more about the Constitution, please visit the National Constitution Center.

To read the full document, please visit the National Archives.

At Albany Medical College, Constitution and Citizenship Day includes a celebration of our colleagues and classmates who have recently become naturalized citizens.