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• register to vote
• request an absentee ballot
• check your voter status
• finding your polling place
• sign up to receive election reminders

Voting in New York State

To be eligible to register as a New York State voter, you must:

• be a United States citizen
• be 18 years of age by the date of the election in which you want to vote
• be a resident of NY State and the county, city, or village for at least 30 days before the election in which you wish to vote
• not be in prison for a felony conviction
• not be adjudged mentally incompetent by a court
• not claim the right to vote elsewhere

To register in New York State, you must provide one of the following:

• last four digits of your social security number
• New York Driver's License number
• New York non-driver ID number

Voting In Madison County

If you are voting in Madison County, the closest polling site is at the Hamilton Public Library (13 Broad Street, Hamilton, NY 13346)

Madison County Board of Elections

If you are already registered to vote in Madison County, or would like to register to vote in Madison County, the Madison County Board of Elections has resources including voter registration forms and early voting information.

Election Day Transportation

On Election Day (November 4, 2025), the ¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ Shuttle will have regular service from campus to the Village.  If you are voting in Madison County, your local polling place is the Hamilton Public Library.  Polls will be open from 6 a.m.–9 p.m.  The Village library is also less than one mile from upper campus, or about a 15 minute walk.

Election day transportation

Voting in Another State

Registering in Your Home State

For students who wish to register to vote in their home state, check out the .

As requirements vary, , but typically registration involves:

• some form of identification
• proof of residency
• a social security number

Absentee Ballots

To request your absentee ballot, check out Vote.org's and scroll down to find your specific state guidelines.

Other Helpful Links

• : your one stop shop for registering to vote, getting an absentee ballot, checking your voter status, finding your polling place, and receiving election reminders.
• : in 3-4 minutes you can create and email a personalized plan to vote

Additional Resources

Check out additional resources focused on voting, news, and candidates as you gather the information you need to cast an informed vote.

Ways to Get Involved On Campus

The COVE advises two nonpartisan groups - Democracy Matters and the ¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ Vote Project.  

Democracy Matters

Democracy Matters is an organization whose mission is to mentor the next generation of leaders dedicated to strengthening democracy by training young people how to be effective grassroots organizers and advocates. They support public financing of election campaigns and voting reform to make the political process more democratic and representative.
 
Democracy Matters also organizes events and projects connecting pro-democracy reforms to issues of the environment, civil rights, education, health care, foreign policy, and more.

¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ Vote Project

The ¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ Vote Project strives to create a population of engaged student voters at ¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ by streamlining the registration and voting process. Regardless of party affiliation, current political engagement, or voting eligibility, the project aims to support all students and create an on-campus environment that encourages political awareness and voter participation. As voting is a foundational element of democracy, they aim to encourage students to recognize the voice they have when casting their ballot, and to exercise their right to vote as citizens. The group is volunteer-based and hosts events such as voter registration drives and help sessions for those requesting absentee ballots.

Check out to learn more about additional politically themed organizations on campus!

COVE Civic Engagement Intern

Our Civic Engagement intern works to coordinate efforts across campus and promote voter registration, education, and turnout. Some ongoing and past projects include planning a visit from two former congressmen through the Congress to Campus program, coordinating policy panels, and hosting presidential debate watch and election night parties, among many other important initiatives. 

Jaden Coley

Jaden Coley is a sophomore from Brooklyn, New York. He plans to major in political science, with a minor in economics, and is on the pre-law track. After graduating in the spring of 2027, Jaden plans to attend law school. On campus, Jaden is a part of the Student Government Association, Caribbean Student Association, and Student Activities Association.

¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ Vote Project Leaders

Ciara Sanders

Ciara Sanders is a junior from White Plains, New York, majoring in political science with a passion for service-driven change. In addition to her dedication to civic engagement, she is Assistant Editor for the Maroon News Commentary Section and works as an Office Administrator at ¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ Career Services.

Lauren Levin

Lauren Levin is a senior from New York City. She is an international relations major. On campus, Lauren is also a Shaw Wellness Ambassador.

Annika Stimac

Annika Stimac is a Junior from Ellington, Connecticut, who is majoring in Political Science and English and plans to attend law school one day. In addition to the ¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ Vote Project, Annika is a dedicated member of the Student Activities Association, the Budget Allocations Committee, Hamilton Elementary Tutoring, and the John A. Golden '66 Fellowship Program. 

Lindsay Scheffler

Lindsay Scheffler is a sophomore from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is majoring in Economics and Political Science. On campus, Lindsay is also a Section Editor for the Baker’s Dozen section of the ¸Ô±¾ÊÓƵ Maroon News and Captain of the Women’s Club Lacrosse team.

Democracy Matters Leaders

Aullie Allen

Aullie Allen is a sophomore majoring in Peace & Conflict Studies and Environmental Studies. In addition to Democracy Matters, they are also involved in ALANA, the Office of Sustainability, and the Writing and Speaking Center. 

Logan Wilson

Logan Wilson is a senior from Howell, Michigan. He is a double major in History and Middle Eastern & Islamic Studies, and he has been a leader in Democracy Matters since his sophomore year.