This week, the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) celebrated and recognized the students across the country who worked tirelessly to institutionalize nonpartisan civic engagement and increase college student voter participation in the 2024 election through the 2025 ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll. This year’s Student Voting Honor roll recognizes 232 students compared to 137 students in 2024. These students were at the forefront of supporting their peers with registering to vote, sharing nonpartisan resources, and ensuring that eligible college students across the country had the information they needed to cast informed ballots.
The ALL IN team remains inspired by the work of students who engage in nonpartisan civic learning, and voter participation efforts. Students can be the most compelling and informed messengers to reach out to their communities, and these student leaders helped their peers take the first steps at becoming lifelong engaged community members and citizens.
Here’s what their nominators shared about their extraordinary work:
Alyssa Levin, American University: “As the President and Founder of Voters of American University, Alyssa has led impactful voter engagement initiatives that have significantly increased student participation in the democratic process. She has coordinated events, created digital content, and personally helped secure 1,400 absentee ballots for students, ensuring they have the resources to vote in national and local elections. Her commitment to advocacy and civic education extends beyond campus, as she serves as a Legislative Intern in the U.S. House of Representatives, where she gains firsthand experience in policy-making and communication with constituents. Alyssa’s work with the Sine Institute of Policy and Politics further highlights her deep involvement in shaping discussions on important topics, such as AI in the global economy. Her passion for democracy and student empowerment is evident in everything she does, making her a deserving candidate for this honor."
Hunter Messick, Appalachian State University: “I first met Hunter through his work with Democracy NC. From there, he applied to serve as a Civic Literacy Fellow within the Office of Community-Engaged Leadership. Hunter has consistently gone above and beyond in his efforts to get his fellow students and community members civically engaged. He utilizes his passion for democratic engagement — especially within local government — to create and facilitate Civic Literacy presentations for his peers, develop unique ideas for voter registration efforts, and collaborate with other organizations to strengthen our partnerships. With his help, our office 1) delivered 57 Civic Literacy presentations with a total of 642 participants, 2) hosted an Elections Unmasked, a 3-part Dialogue Series, that focused on preparing for and navigating the election, which saw more than 100 faculty, staff, and students in attendance, and 3) engaged more than 400 students at Party at the Polls, a program aimed at promoting and celebrating early voting. Overall, Hunter does a wonderful job of coming up with unique and fun ways to engage his peers and is always ready to step up to help in any way he can.”
Montserrat “Monse” Miranda, Berkeley College-Woodland Park: “Monse was introduced last year to student voter education and registration drives and became actively involved in the Fall 2024 semester through her work with Student Government. Monse became our NJ Ballot Bowl team leader for campus voter registration and get-out-the-vote drives this academic year. She co-hosted tabling events on campus and assisted with creating grab-and-go bags with snacks that contained a card with a QR Code that took students to the ALL IN To Vote website to take the pledge to vote and the New Jersey Voter Information Portal to register. She was instrumental in leading her team of fellow students who helped their classmates learn how to check voter registration status, learn what their ballot looked like, and helped them find their polling locations. She also attended the ALL IN to Vote Student Voting Summit, which further galvanized her efforts.
When asked why this was so important to her, Monse shared, “I had never voted before, and part of the reason was because I never thought my vote mattered. Learning more about why voting is important helped me understand that it does matter. One vote can make a difference, and it is our given right as citizens of a democracy. Participating in ALL IN programs was important to me because it showed me that we have a gift — a gift that our ancestors fought to give us. As the generations go by, we lose sight of why that gift was so meaningful in the first place. Bringing the students together and helping them feel like they matter by informing them of their rights was important to me ”
Zia Lyle, Carnegie Mellon University: “At Carnegie Mellon University, Zia Lyle’s name is synonymous with voter registration and education efforts. Zia’s passion for democratic engagement work, initiative to plan countless voter registration drives and educational programming throughout the year, and willingness to lead large projects has significantly contributed to the expansion and visibility of these efforts.
Through her work as the Vice President for External Affairs for the Graduate Student Assembly, she coordinated ~15 registration drives and get-out-the-vote events this fall alone. Zia co-coordinated our largest ever Debate Watch Party, drawing ~500 students, primarily consisting of graduate students. Zia was an active contributor in the CMU Votes Coalition and university-wide Democracy Day Committee, and also developed our first ever CMU Votes Nonpartisan Election Guide. We are grateful for her passionate dedication and influence over the years!"
Nayelisse Roman Cintron, Cedar Crest College: “ As a Political Science major and Civic Engagement Advocate, Nayelisse has demonstrated unparalleled dedication to fostering nonpartisan democratic engagement at Cedar Crest College. A standout from her First Year Experience class on Women and Politics, Nayelisse was selected as a Civic Engagement Advocate for the 2024-2025 academic year — a decision that has transformed civic participation on campus.
Through her tireless efforts, Nayelisse supported the creation of over 40 civic engagement programs in the fall semester alone, directly resulting in nearly 100 new voter registrations. As President of the LatinX Club, she collaborated with the Black Student Union to create impactful programs addressing voter disparity among Black and LatinX students, ensuring underrepresented voices were heard. Nayelisse’s leadership, passion, and commitment to empowering her peers embody the spirit of civic engagement and make her an outstanding candidate for this recognition."
Jack Huleen, Lake Washington Institute of Technology: “Jack is a member of our college’s student government body and was singularly focused on ensuring the LWTech student body was informed about their voting rights, how to vote, and the importance of the 2024 election. Jack focused on developing campus activities which included simple information tables with voting information, and technology for students to immediately access voting information.
He personally helped students register to vote and ensured they knew why voting was important. What made these efforts so great was that he spent time researching candidates, platforms, voting information and developed exciting, engaging, and inclusive experiences for our students. He held eight voting and voter registration booths alongside a campus partner, the League of Women Voters. With his team, he planned a presidential election activity before, during, and after the federal election called “Red or Blue, Stay Together” with a focus on maintaining civility after what could be a contentious election cycle. Jack worked with his team, who also contributed significant time and planning ideas to these events, to ensure multiple perspectives and cultural voices were included. ”
Saffron Wells, Rio Salado College: “Saffron’s been a driving force in promoting civic awareness and democratic participation at Rio Salado. She led several VR drives across multiple campuses, where her efforts resulted in students registering to vote and pledging to participate in elections. To prepare, she completed deputy registrar training, enabling her to confidently guide students through the VR process. At these events, she provided resources and empowering messages inspiring her peers to take action.
Saffron is creative, strategic, diligent, and inclusive. After each voter registration drive, she thoughtfully evaluated the experience and shared actionable feedback to improve future initiatives. For example, she noted the importance of providing materials in multiple languages and formats to better serve the college’s diverse student population. She advocated for Spanish-language materials, resources tailored for individuals with hearing or vision impairments, and neurodivergent-friendly tools to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all students.”
Noah Johnson, Saginaw Valley State University: “Noah was instrumental to SVSU’s nonpartisan democratic engagement during the 2024 election cycle. As the Cardinals Vote Student Coordinator, he planned, organized, and executed a myriad of voter registration drives and civic engagement activities across campus, engaging with various stakeholders in the process. Noah also helped revive Cardinals Vote after its year-long hiatus, tapping into his previous experience in 2022 serving as a Cardinals Vote volunteer.
Moreover, Noah is personally devoted to promoting nonpartisan civic engagement and voter registration. In short, much of Cardinals Vote success this cycle is owed to Noah’s constant engagement, initiative, and leadership. He is a recognized leader by faculty, administrators, and his peers on campus. Noah is also widely respected across the political spectrum, as evidenced by his ability to work with both the College Democrats and College Republicans in producing nonpartisan civic programming.”
Margaret “Maggie” Bachman, Susquehanna University: “As a student co-intern for SU’s non-partisan Achieve, Lead, Vote program, Maggie dedicated herself this past fall to registering and promoting voter participation among students. She assembled a team of student leaders and organized a comprehensive calendar of informational tabling, educational and voter registration celebration events, as well as get-out-the-vote communications. Collaborating with her co-intern, Maggie was invited to speak in 18 classes, staffed 34 tabling events, and ultimately registered 417 new student voters.
Furthermore, Maggie secured a prestigious off-campus internship with the County Election Office, where she made herself invaluable as a hard worker and liaison to SU’s voter promotion efforts. Particularly, as the voting timeline constricted because of a delay in mail-in ballot availability, Maggie kept students updated on the status of ballots, which informed SU’s strategy to support students to best cast their vote at the county office or polling location. Throughout, Maggie consistently demonstrated calm, confidence in the systems, and enthusiasm for amplifying her fellow students’ voice through the voter process. SU’s success for encouraging student voter participation is directly attributable to the professionalism, passion, and organizational skills of Maggie Bachman.”
Kadee Jo Ransom, University of Tulsa: “Beginning in the summer of 2024, Kadee Jo played a pivotal role in advancing our democratic engagement initiatives. She spearheaded volunteer recruitment for “Candidate Conversations,” crafting job descriptions, recruiting student volunteers, and conducting volunteer training for two municipal public forums that drew several hundred attendees. To prepare for the fall, she completed voter registrar training through the local League of Women Voters, enabling her to assist students with voter registration. She also collaborated with the admissions office to identify the top states represented by incoming first-year students, creating concise FAQ sheets detailing voter registration and absentee ballot deadlines for each.
When the academic year began, Kadee Jo utilized her leadership position in the Student Government Association to sponsor a week-long voter registration drive for National Voter Registration Day. Throughout the fall, her creativity shone in the design of voter-themed buttons and Instagram videos featuring the Dean of Students encouraging civic participation. On Election Day, Kadee Jo addressed the heightened political anxiety many students were feeling by organizing a lighthearted “Vote for Your Favorite Fall Beverage” event in the student union, celebrating Election Day and fostering a sense of community among the student body."
Alex Moore, Yale University: “Through his unwavering leadership and innovative collaborations, Alex has played a pivotal role in reshaping the Yale Votes: A Student Initiative (YVSI) and had a significant impact on the university’s enhanced resources for civic engagement. As a member of Yale’s Committee for Student Civic Engagement and president of YVSI, Alex spearheaded a three-branched outreach effort focusing on voter registration, education, communications, and voter turnout through YVSI. His leadership translated into tangible, on-the-ground actions that resulted in a substantial increase in peer-to-peer, in-real-life engagement on campus.
Beyond these achievements, Alex distinguished himself through his partnership with the administration. He emerged as a formidable advocate for his peers, unafraid to challenge administrative methods, providing creative solutions, and serving as a valued consultant on nearly all major university initiatives during the election year. His honest and unfiltered advocacy for students was truly commendable, leading to significant changes and even greater successes."
The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge congratulates all of the students for being ALL IN for our democracy. To be on the Student Voting Honor Roll, these students had to:
- Be enrolled during the 2024-2025 academic year,
- Never before been honored previously by ALL IN, and
- Support nonpartisan voter registration, education, and turnout on campus.
Learn more about the students honored on the 2025 Student Voting Honor Roll here.
More than 1,023 colleges and universities currently participate in the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. Learn more about ALL IN and support our work here.
