Susquehanna University stands proudly as a beacon of civic responsibility, exemplifying a steadfast dedication to empowering our students to participate actively in the democratic process.Through our student-driven initiative "Achieve. Lead. Vote!" we achieved significant progress, being recognized as the most improved Pennsylvania institution for the 2020 election. This achievement was further highlighted by our exceptional 75% voter participation rate, surpassing the national average. We were honored to be recognized as a State Voting Challenge winner and to earn a Gold Seal from ALL IN, further solidifying our commitment to fostering a culture of engaged citizenship for generations to come.
- Jonathan Green
Activation Plan
Below is an overview of some campus activities:
- Susquehanna’s student-driven initiative — Achieve. Lead. Vote! — achieved significant progress, being recognized as the most improved Pennsylvania institution for the 2020 election with a 75% voter participation rate, surpassing the national average. In addition, the University was recognized as a State Voting Challenge winner and earned a Gold Seal from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. For the upcoming 2024 election, Susquehanna is continuing its efforts with “Achieve, Lead. Vote!” to have more students register and vote.
- The University is committed to expanding the scope and impact of the Johnson Center for Civic Engagement.
- Susquehanna will continue to build on the work of the Arlin M. Adams Center for Law and Society to provide campus and community education on issues of law and policy and to connect students with law-related internships.
- The University’s Statement on Ethical and Inclusive Living, published by the Board of Trustees, encompasses the values of free inquiry and cross-cultural competence, among others.
Jonathan Green
President, Susquehanna University
Join the growing consoritum of campus leaders urgently committed to collectively restoring higher education’s role in democracy.
Jonathan Green
President, Susquehanna University
Below is an overview of some campus activities:
- Susquehanna’s student-driven initiative — Achieve. Lead. Vote! — achieved significant progress, being recognized as the most improved Pennsylvania institution for the 2020 election with a 75% voter participation rate, surpassing the national average. In addition, the University was recognized as a State Voting Challenge winner and earned a Gold Seal from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. For the upcoming 2024 election, Susquehanna is continuing its efforts with “Achieve, Lead. Vote!” to have more students register and vote.
- The University is committed to expanding the scope and impact of the Johnson Center for Civic Engagement.
- Susquehanna will continue to build on the work of the Arlin M. Adams Center for Law and Society to provide campus and community education on issues of law and policy and to connect students with law-related internships.
- The University’s Statement on Ethical and Inclusive Living, published by the Board of Trustees, encompasses the values of free inquiry and cross-cultural competence, among others.
Susquehanna University stands proudly as a beacon of civic responsibility, exemplifying a steadfast dedication to empowering our students to participate actively in the democratic process.Through our student-driven initiative "Achieve. Lead. Vote!" we achieved significant progress, being recognized as the most improved Pennsylvania institution for the 2020 election. This achievement was further highlighted by our exceptional 75% voter participation rate, surpassing the national average. We were honored to be recognized as a State Voting Challenge winner and to earn a Gold Seal from ALL IN, further solidifying our commitment to fostering a culture of engaged citizenship for generations to come.
- Jonathan Green