Constitutional Academy 2012 opportunity

Do you like history? Politics? Interested in an opportunity to learn more about both and spend some time in Washington D.C.?

The Bill of Rights Institute may be able to help you out!

Scholarships Available for One Louisville and One Lexington Student to Attend the Bill of Rights Institute's Constitutional AcademySummer Program!

The Constitutional Academy is for the brightest students - who want to spend a week this summer learning from college professors and policy experts about how history and current events connect.  Students who have just completed their sophomore, junior, or senior year of high school invited to apply to this exclusive program which allows students to dig into the Founding documents.

During the program week in Washington, D.C., students will hear lectures about constitutional principles from renowned scholars; participate in discussions and activities to apply the Constitution to current events; tour the National Mall; visit the U.S. Capitol, Mount Vernon, and the National Archives; and learn about the college and career opportunities.

The application deadline is May 31, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply today! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to email Academy@BillofRightsInstitute.org.Funding for Kentucky students to attend is provided by Ford Motor Company Fund.