WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield’s Center for State Policy and Leadership will host a Constitution Day panel discussion focusing on issues related to the 2024 election, such as the Electoral College, voter registration and the role of the media. The event is free and open to the public.

WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 17

WHERE: UIS Lincoln Residence Hall Great Room, 2160 Vachel Lindsay Drive, Springfield

DETAILS: Experts from UIS and the Springfield community will discuss selected topics concerning the Constitution. Panelists include:

• Jason Piscia, director of the Public Affairs Reporting Program at UIS
• Tyshianna Bankhead, executive director of the Faith Coalition for the Common Good
• Matthew Geras, assistant professor in the UIS School of Politics and International Affairs
• John Transue, associate professor in the UIS School of Politics and International Affairs

The discussion will be moderated by Isabel Skinner, assistant professor in the UIS School of Politics and International Affairs.

 A free lunch will be provided for participants who pre-register online.