250 Years Later: Does the Declaration of Independence Still Matter?

Aerial view of Elgin Community College and Lake Spartan. Aerial view of Elgin Community College and Lake Spartan.

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  • Date:
    Tuesday, September 15, 2026
  • Time:
    11:00 am to 12:15 pm
  • Location:
    Main Campus , Bldg. B, Jobe Lounge

250 Years Later: Does the Declaration of Independence Still Matter?

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 11 am-12:15 pm

Building B-Jobe Lounge

Sandwich Lunch Provided. All are welcome!

 

ECC history faculty will discuss the varied and changing meanings of our nation's founding document. Students will be invited to share their thoughts on the Declaration's values and their importance in today's United States.

Featuring: Dr. Vince Gaddis, Dr. Antonio Ramirez, Professor Nina Ulman

Collaborative Mural with Project HOPE in partnership with National Voter Registration Day, taking place across fifteen community college campuses. Each campus will install a large phrase of hope using chalk spray paint, then invite their community to add doves around it throughout the day, building a collective flock installation together. 

Event last updated at 4:11 PM on Friday, August 28, 2026.

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