This initiative is a part of an annual storytelling showcase of new Americans that highlights their journeys toward naturalization. Through photo and video exhibitions, the project aims to foster a deeper understanding of the diverse paths' individuals take to become citizens and establish their lives in North Dakota. By documenting these personal histories, the showcase serves as a living archive of resilience, culture, and heritage, bridging the gap between established communities and those newly joining the fabric of our nation. In the first year of the project, we recorded and captured stories of 15 participants from 14 different countries.

To view the full interviews please see the Constitution Day Project Interview collection on the UND Scholarly Commons.

The project has also received recognition through the following featured articles:

UND Today (Sept. 18, 2025), "Memorial Union Gallery features ‘New Americans’ exhibit," UND Today.

UND Today (Sept. 18, 2025), "UND welcomes new Americans on Constitution Day," UND Today.

Grand Forks Herald (Sept. 17, 2025), “UND's first Constitution Day Project holds video showcase of interviews with New Americans, Kjersti Armstrong,” Grand Forks Herald.

Dakota Student (Sept. 11, 2025), "Constitution Day Gallery Exhibition Unveiled," Dakota Student.

UND Today (Sept. 4, 2025), "UND CONNECT: New Americans photo exhibit, video showcase to debut," UND Today.

UND Today (Apr. 17, 2025), "North Dakota’s first lady shares citizenship story with students," UND Today.

UND Today (Jan. 21, 2025), "New American initiative showcases personal journeys to citizenship," UND Today.

Valley News Live (Dec. 9, 2024),"North Dakota Today - UND "Connect Program"," Valley News Live.