Educating Students for Democracy in the Wake of the 2024 Election: Election Season Voter Mobilization Techniques Are Not Enough

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Brief Overview

This paper explores the student voting movement in higher ed, summarizes the results of research on student turnout, and suggests ways to strengthen voter mobilization efforts through a broader civic education agenda.

Author

• Elizabeth A. Bennion, Indiana University-South Bend