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The lecture, titled “Ratifying the Constitution: Why All the Fuss?," will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 17, in the School of Law auditorium.

The U.S. Constitution was signed on Sept. 17, 1787. In 2004, Congress passed legislation making Sept. 17 a national observance. Constitution Day was first celebrated in 2005.

For information or to arrange coverage, call Peggy Binette at 803-777-5400.