Big Ten Voting Challenge
About the Challenge
The Big Ten Voting Challenge will mobilize registration and turnout at all 14 Big Ten universities. The challenge begins Sunday September 17, 2017 and runs through November 6, 2018. Results will be availaible in summer 2019.
What's At Stake
One of the most important values Big Ten universities teach is the importance of civic engagement. Voting in elections gives students a voice in the democratic process and in the decisions that affect local, state, and national issues. The Big Ten Voting Challenge is a nonpartisan initiative to encourage students to exercise their right to vote, which is among the most fundamental opportunities to be an active and engaged citizen.
Trophies will be awarded to the university with the highest eligible voter turnout rate, and the school with the most improved voter turnout (relative to 2014 data).
We hope you will join this effort by getting involved, registering, voting and encouraging others to do the same!
How to Participate
Register
Every student at The Ohio State University who is a citizen of the United States of America has the right to register to vote in Franklin County using their campus address.
You can register to vote in Ohio or update your voter registration by visiting: osu.turbovote.org.
Vote
Save the date for upcoming elections in Central Ohio:
- Tuesday November 6, 2018 (register by October 9th)
TurboVote also allows you to sign-up for Election Day text/email reminders!
Regional Campuses
Ohio State students attending a regional campus can still participate in the Big Ten Voter Challenge. Turnout at regional campuses will count toward the overall Ohio State student voter turnout.
Resources
Franklin County Board of Elections - Elections Information
Big Ten Voting Challenge - Letter from the Presidents
Nationally Recognized
The Ohio State University has been designated a "Voter Friendly Campus" for 2017-2018.