Creation of the U.S. Constitution
The Constitution of the United States - Four pages that created a new government more than 200 years ago - A covenant that continues to shape profoundly the lives of each one of us to this day.
On Constitution Day, September 17, the United States pauses to commemorate the drafting of its Constitution. We invite all members of the University community to join us in making, or renewing, your acquaintance with this extraordinary document, and reflecting on its historical and contemporary significance.
Creating a New Nation
The history of any nation is a complicated narrative. The Constitution of the United States helped to establish a fledgling nation.
America's Founding Documents - The Constitution
One document could not establish everything, so the Bill of Rights was also written in the same time period. These first 10 amendments provided a foundation for citizens as to what could be expected of this new government.
America's Founding Documents - The Bill of rights
Just as a child grows and changes, so too does a nation. Along with that growth comes new responsibilities and new rules to help govern the nation.
Constitutional Amendments Summary
A summary of all 27 amendments including the first 10 known as the Bill of Rights.
Constitutional Resources
For more information about the construction of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, Federalists Papers and the founding of the United States of America can be found in the resources below.
