For Constitution Day, Students Are Asked, "Why Don't You Vote?"
The United States Constitution was signed in Philadelphia, Sept. 17, 1787. Each year on this date, colleges and universities around the nation celebrate this occasion with different events and festivities. The theme for this year’s celebration at Truman is “Why Don't You Vote?”
With the passage of the 26th Amendment in 1971, the voting age was lowered nationwide for all elections from 21 to 18. Data shows that 18–24-year-olds consistently have the lowest voter registration and turnout rates among all age groups.
On Sept. 17, the Office of Citizenship and Conduct will be engaging with students on this topic, looking at the reasons college students often have for not voting, and encouraging students to register in time to vote in the upcoming election, Nov. 3.
With the passage of the 26th Amendment in 1971, the voting age was lowered nationwide for all elections from 21 to 18. Data shows that 18–24-year-olds consistently have the lowest voter registration and turnout rates among all age groups.
On Sept. 17, the Office of Citizenship and Conduct will be engaging with students on this topic, looking at the reasons college students often have for not voting, and encouraging students to register in time to vote in the upcoming election, Nov. 3.
Missouri students can learn more about registering to vote at the Secretary of State website. Out-of-state students should check with election officials in their home state for more information about registering to vote.
