Ackerman Center

James F. Ackerman Center for Democratic Citizenship (Purdue University) provides resources to implement powerful opportunities for active student involvement.

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The Constitution of the United States of America by Sam Fink
Readers ages 11 and older can learn about the challenges and triumphs of America’s foundational document through vibrantly illustrated pages. @PurdueEDU #civics #giftguide
https://t.co/rKh5NgWmwd

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Chrononauts: Take a look at the world if various events in history never took place in this card game for children ages 11 and older. @PurdueEDU #civics #giftguide https://t.co/A4P4kRS97p

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History Unboxed: For ages 5 and older, a monthly subscription that explores a different area and teaches about cultures, people and eras of human history. https://t.co/132XI4ZXHk @PurdueEDU #civics #giftguide

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James F. Ackerman Center for Democratic Citizenship, Purdue University
Published by Anne Murphy-Kline · 10 mins ·
Looking for gifts that support citizenship? Of course you are! We can help...
https://t.co/iZmFYpHEN1

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Our friends at Oakland are preparing citizens every day!

[Oakland Academy @OaklandAcad]

JAG Career Association Induction ceremony! #Leadership #CivicAwareness #CommunityService

[Deanna Weiner @DeannaShweiner]

Saturday Night on Broadway at @HamiltonMusical tonight. GO VOTE. (From the genius mind of @kurtmoji)

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Resources for discussing the election!

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Are you discussing the election with your students? In this teaching idea, we offer approaches to addressing the results of the midterms, no matter what the outcome. #ElectionDay https://t.co/eMnkx8ClKN

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Timely topics

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Social Studies in the News: 7 Ways to Teach Civil Discourse to Students https://t.co/AvL3SEIDYO

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Facing History is the presenter for our Monday Professional Development Series.

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Most people would agree that engaged citizens are essential to a healthy democracy. But what does it mean to be a good citizen, and how do citizens learn to use their power to make change? https://t.co/cNeoju40Zl

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"If we help them address and eliminate baseless hatred, we are helping to create a world that is less violent, more just, and more equitable," writes @RogerBrooksFH, Facing History President and CEO https://t.co/1vA6CorFTA

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@davebangert We're so glad you keep coming! Next year will be your year - we'll load it up with First Amendment questions!

[Dave Bangert @davebangert]

My records show I'm 0-for-Constitution Day.

28th Amendment, as proposed: Don't be on Dave's team if you want to win.

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Just in time for our PD Series Critical Media Literacy and Fake News on Oct. 1st

[Emma Humphries @GatorCitizen]

BONUS: You know what's super fly? A BRAND NEW GAME from @iCivics that teaches the standards of journalism and other critical news literacy content and skills. Coming early October with a huge hat tip to @APPCPenn for the support #sschat

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Thank you to all of our Celebrity Quiz Off participants! #ConstitutionDay #Purdue

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Learn more about the Constitution at @PurdueEDU's #ConstitutionDay programs in the Great Hall and Room 118 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. Online interactive games, Constitution Day t-shirts, coffee, cookies and more!

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It’s Constitution Day! Come see the Purdue Libraries display in Room 118 in the Purdue Memorial Union. These Libraries staffers got busted reading “Banned Books”! Enter for a chance to win in a “Banned Books” reusable bag!

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ICYMI: @PurdueEDU begins annual #ConstitutionDay this morning with student and local celebrity QuizOffs in the Purdue Memorial Union. https://t.co/MQ0nXWF4V5

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Come to Constitution Day!

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We the People: @PurdueEDU to educate students, community about the U.S. Constitution with annual event. @LifeAtPurdue
https://t.co/MQ0nXWF4V5

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New games at Constitution Day this year! Monday, Sept. 17th 10-2 in PMU 118

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Excited to be supporting the Purdue Votes: Big Ten Voting Challenge initiative at Constitution Day Monday Sept. 17th in PMU 118 10-2 pm. Come register to vote! @LeadEngagePU @PurdueEDU