Resources & Opportunities
Resources & Opportunities
Campus Resources
Expressive Activity On Campus GVSU is a community of learners who share a mission to “educate students to transform their lives, professions, and society.” We do this by pairing our deep tradition of liberal education – an education that encourages freedom and growth – with our emphasis on creative thinking, innovation, and development of professional skills.
Padnos Sarosik Civil Discourse Program
The mission of the Padnos Sarosik Civil Discourse Program is to prepare students to be agents of social change who practice and model civil discourse.
Restorative justice is a process to involve, to the extent possible, those who have a stake in the specific offense and to collectively identify and address harms, needs, and obligations, in order to heal and put things as right as possible.
GVSU Voter Education consultationSThis year, the Research Consultants of GVSU are adding nonpartisan candidate information gathering to their services in addition to helping students to find their ballots.
Off-Campus Opportunities & Events
Become a Poll Worker in MI
Election workers are the Most Valuable Players of our democracy, ensuring free and fair elections for all. Right now, our democracy needs election workers more than ever. Election workers are paid for their service and trained before Election Day.
Here is a resource provided by Democracy MVP to help get started: Poll Worker Recruitment Toolkit
External Resources
This report covers how college students and communities can collaborate with election officials so that the voting process works for everyone, creating confusion or stress for young voters.
Upcoming Events
Democracy 101: First Time Voter Workshop
New to voting? Learn everything you need to know about registering, understanding the voting process, and casting your ballot with confidence. This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for first-time voters and anyone looking to strengthen their civic...
National Voter Registration Day
Join us for a voter registration celebration.
Democracy 101: Voting Rights, Then and Now with the GVSU NAACP
Explore the history and evolution of voting rights in the United States, from past struggles to todays challenges. Join the GVSU NAACP for an engaging discussion on the importance of protecting voting rights and advancing civic participation.
DEM 101: Elect Her with GVSU Student Senate and Running Start
Learn what it takes to run for office and make an impact in your community. Join GVSU Student Senate and Running Start to explore womens leadership in politics, campaign basics, and how you can get involved in public service.
DEM 101: Election Game Night with Linc Up!
Test your civic knowledge through fun, interactive games and friendly competition! Join Linc Up! for an engaging game night where youll learn about elections, government, and voting while connecting with fellow students.