Voting is an essential civic duty, and college students can benefit from resources that help them understand the process and make informed decisions. Here are some valuable resources for college students to assist them with voting:
Registration and Voter Information:
Vote.org: Provides tools for checking voter registration status, registering to vote, requesting absentee ballots, and finding polling locations. Website: Vote.org
Rock the Vote: Focuses on engaging young people in the political process, offering resources for voter registration, election reminders, and information on issues. Website: Rock the Vote
Campus Vote Project: Specifically aimed at college students, this resource helps navigate the voting process with state-specific information, guides, and tools. Website: Campus Vote Project
HeadCount: Partners with musicians and entertainment to engage young voters, offering voter registration tools and election information. Website: HeadCount
State-Specific Resources:
National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL): Offers a comprehensive database of state-by-state election information, including voter ID requirements, registration deadlines, and absentee voting rules. Website: NCSL State Voting Information
U.S. Election Assistance Commission: Provides a state-by-state resource guide with links to state election offices and information on voting regulations. Website: EAC State Resources
Absentee and Early Voting:
TurboVote: Helps students register to vote, apply for absentee ballots, and receive election reminders. Website: TurboVote
VoteFromAbroad.org: Assists U.S. citizens living abroad with registering to vote and requesting absentee ballots. Website: VoteFromAbroad
Non-Partisan Election Information:
League of Women Voters: Provides non-partisan information about candidates, issues, and election processes. Offers a tool to create personalized voting guides. Website: League of Women Voters
BallotReady: Allows users to create a sample ballot, view candidate profiles, and read up on issues and referendums. Website: BallotReady
Voterly: Offers detailed information about candidates, including their voting records, endorsements, and funding. Website: Voterly
Campus Resources:
Campus Election Engagement Project (CEEP): Helps colleges engage students in elections through non-partisan resources and guides. Website: CEEP
Student PIRGs New Voters Project: Works to increase student voter participation through peer-to-peer education and outreach. Website: Student PIRGs
Mobile Apps:
VoteWithMe: Helps users check if their friends are registered to vote and encourages voter registration and turnout. Website: VoteWithMe
Outvote: Allows users to text friends and family to remind them to vote and provides election information. Website: Outvote
By utilizing these resources, college students can ensure they are well-prepared to participate in elections and make their voices heard.
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