The Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) at Ball State is seeking motivated undergraduate leaders to apply for the 2025–2026 Ball State Democracy Fellows Program.
Ball State Democracy Fellows are student leaders who drive Cardinals Vote!, our nationally recognized nonpartisan initiative through the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. In 2024, Ball State was named one of the Most Engaged Campuses for Student Voting nationwide.
Ball State Faculty: Please share this opportunity with your classes and learn how you can get involved.
Fellows expand this work by connecting peers to reliable voter information, hosting dialogues on civic issues, and fostering the habits of active citizenship that last long after graduation. As a Democracy Fellow, you will:
- Lead nonpartisan voter readiness and civic learning initiatives that matter for the 2026 primaries and general election.
- Gain skills in communication, organizing, and facilitation that employers and grad schools value.
- Join peers across the country through ALL IN and civic learning partnerships.
- Fellows will be part of the Cultivating Civic Character for the Common Good (C4G) initiative, a grant project that will engage 9,000 students annually. Your work connects directly to this bold campus investment.
Who Should Apply? We welcome students from all majors. Whether you’re studying political science, education, business, arts, or sciences, your perspective is valuable. What matters is a commitment to civic responsibility, respect for diverse viewpoints, and the energy to inspire others.
Respect For Your Time. We know your schedule is full. Fellowship activities are designed to fit into your life: all events are voluntary, and your time is always respected. The time commitment is less than 3 or 4 hours per month. The goal is meaningful engagement, not busywork.
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Deadline: Friday, September 30, 2025
Application Form: Here
For Questions Contact: Dr. David J. Roof (djroof@bsu.edu)