Roanoke College is pleased to present a series of events that align with its annual celebration of Constitution Day, a federal observance established by the federal government to recognize the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.
Constitution Day is observed annually on September 17, and this year marks the 237th anniversary of the day delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document in Philadelphia.
The following events were either planned specifically for Constitution Day or fall on the calendar near the federal observance and dovetail nicely with the purpose of the day. The entire college community is invited to participate.
Voter Information Table
Friday, Sept. 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Back Quad
Come out to Friday on the Quad and visit our information table to learn more about how to register and vote in Virginia. The general election is Nov. 5 and the deadline to register (without having to use a provisional ballot) is Oct. 15. This table will be staffed by the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Theologies on Tap: What Constitutes a More Perfect Union?
Monday, Sept. 16, 9-10 p.m.
Mac ‘n’ Bob’s on Main Street
Every Monday evening, Chaplain Chris Bowen hosts a theological discussion complete with free appetizers at Mac ‘n’ Bob’s. This week, the topic of the discussion will be Constitution Day and the value of democracy.
Voter Information Table
Tuesday, Sept. 17, Noon-2 p.m.
Back Quad
Election Day is November 5 and the deadline to register for the general election is Oct. 15. Haven’t registered to vote yet? Not sure whether you are registered? Looking for information about how to vote? Whether you are a Virginia resident or hail from a different state, stop by our information table for help navigating the process.
“Triumph of Hope” film screening
Wednesday, Sept. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Olin Hall Theater; admission is free
"Triumph of Hope" is a documentary produced by local talent, including two Roanoke College alumni, that explores and celebrates the resilience of the human spirit. The first in a planned series of projects, it introduces viewers to three fascinating people who survived the Holocaust as hidden children.
These three survivors — Arye Ephrath, Helga Morrow and Regine Archer — share deeply personal and increasingly harrowing experiences in Nazi-occupied Europe during World War II. Guided by the stories shared by these survivors, viewers will go on a journey that puts both the very worst and the very best of the human spirit on display.
Constitution Week Celebration
Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, Noon-2 p.m.
Colket Center Atrium
What does community mean to you? Why is democracy important in our society? Drop by the Colket Center Atrium during your lunch hour to add your thoughts to our posters!
Voter Information Table
Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Back Quad
Come on out to DragonFest FOTQ and get fired up about democracy! In addition to the other fun activities at Friday on the Quad this week, we’ll reprise our voter information table to offer help understanding the registration and voting process. Stop on by whether you're a Virginia resident or out-ot-state.
Book Display
Also during the week of Sept. 16-20, Fintel Library staff will display a collection of works selected to recognize themes related to Constitution Day. Stop by Fintel to have a look!