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Redbird Voter Guide

Civic engagement is a core value at Illinois State University; that includes voting! #RedbirdsVote and make their #RedbirdImpact!

Make Your Vote Count

Register to Vote

Register online today to save time on Election Day.

Learn about the Candidates and Issues

Be an informed voter and review the positions and candidates that will be on the ballot and where they stand on the issues important to you.

Ways to Vote

Get ready to make your voice heard! Learn when, where, and how you can cast your vote. Make YOUR plan to vote!

Voter Events and Deadlines

Learn about all of the many election-related events happening on campus.

Voter Friendly Campus Badge 2025-26

Voter Friendly Campus Designation

Illinois State University is a Voter Friendly Campus for the third cycle in a row! This national designation came after over a year of work from the Voter Engagement Coalition and the entire campus community. See this news article for more information about the designation.

Explore Voting Resources

Voter Tool Kit

Resources available for all members of the Illinois State community to utilize as they support and encourage election engagement.

Voter Restoration

The Voter Restoration Initiative reflects Illinois State’s commitment to civic engagement and diversity and inclusion by recognizing inequities in the American voting system.

Every Voice Counts

Interested in participating in the election, but aren’t eligible to vote? YOUR voice matters and you CAN be involved!

Election FAQ

Questions and answers to address the needs and concerns of our student voters.

Voter Engagement Coalition

A non-partisan initiative supporting Illinois State's core value of civic engagement through electoral engagement.

Post-Election Resources

Resources to help faculty, staff, and students effectively process the election experience, regardless of the outcome.