Civic Engagement Corner
New York Institute of Technology is dedicated to uplifting and supporting change-makers, doers, and innovators from the moment they step on campus.
Civic and community engagement is a key part of this process, reminding everyone how they can—and should—be the change they want to see in the world.
Civic engagement describes the way citizens are involved in their communities. Citizenship does not refer only to what your passport says; you are also a citizen of your neighborhood, New York Tech, your individual classes, your discipline, and more. Civic engagement involves a wide variety of activities. There are easy ways to get started, and many people are already engaged, even if they don’t know it. Volunteering, reading, attending meetings, joining your professional association, voting, and signing a petition are all civic engagement activities.
Heightening the political awareness of our campus community will allow our ambitious students to give back to their communities well beyond the scope of their careers!
The Civic Engagement Corner will host a library of growing resources and links to ensure that eligible members of the New York Tech community are registered to vote, promote a higher sense of civic responsibility and political awareness, and encourage critical dialogue on campus.
New York Tech Votes
Learn how to get involved:
- Look out for flyers and emails related to our “New York Tech Votes” initiative.
- Sign up for the New York Tech Voting Taskforce.
Resources
NOTE: All resources are non-partisan.
- New York State Board of Elections: Main hub for all elections in New York State.
- Vote411: Register to vote, check registration status, and find out what is on your ballot.
- Civics For Life: Free mini-courses and resources on U.S. civics.
- CivicHolidays.org: Information, resources, and links related to all major civic holidays such as National Voter Registration Day and Constitution Day.
- League of Women Voters: Consistent non-partisan collaborator in New York Tech civic engagements with key resources.
- AllSides: A bias checker and comparison of popular news sites.
- Students Learn Students Vote: A resource library featuring civic information, including:
- Your Major on the Ballot: Connects the content of your major to ballot issues and candidates.
- Building a Culture of Civic Engagement in STEM: Resources related to connecting STEM to civic engagement efforts.
- Local Election Engagement Guide: A go-to resource for engaging students in nonpartisan ways in state and local elections happening throughout the year.
- Tangle: A non-partisan newsletter including opinions from the left, right, and center, so you can decide.
Events

LI SGA Senate Meeting
Join the Student Government Association for the bi-weekly Senate meetings. Senate meetings are held in-person in Harry Schure Hall 130. During Senate meetings, student senators discuss important …

Top Jobs and Internships for New York Tech Students
Join Lynn Hart, associate director for employer relations, as she shares the best job and internship leads shared with us through Handshake and Career Shift in a 30 minute virtual session. …

Long Island Provost Search Open Forum
As we begin the search for our next provost at New York Tech, we invite you to participate in an open Zoom forum on Tuesday, October 7, to share your input on the qualities and priorities we …

Edward Guiliano Global Fellowship Info Session
If you had $5,000 to complete a transformational experience, what would you do? Attend this information session to learn more about the prestigious Edward Guiliano Global Fellowship. Zoom …

Mental Well-Being Conference
Join the Office of Access and Belonging at NYITCOM-Arkansas for the upcoming Mental Well-Being Conference—an event focused on equipping educators, business leaders, and community advocates with …

2025 Banned Book Giveaway
The Humanities Department and the New York Tech Library present a Banned Book Giveaway! In recognition of Banned Book Week, come pick up a free copy of a frequently banned book and learn more …

Consultants for the Public Good: Volunteering and Resumes
Volunteerism is a valuable asset to your career portfolio. In this session, students will learn how they can find volunteer opportunities that align with their career goals and how they can apply …

NYC Provost Search Open Forum
As we begin the search for our next provost at New York Tech, we invite you to participate in an open Zoom forum on Tuesday, October 9, to share your input on the qualities and priorities we …

NYITCOM Alumni Dinner at ACOI
Join Dean Nicole Wadsworth, D.O., along with fellow NYITCOM alumni and friends, at ACOI in Marco Island, whether you’re attending the conference or you’re in the neighborhood. Know any …

Students Leading Responsible AI Initiatives
Are you a student, faculty, staff, administrator, or community partner who organizes or supports a student-led responsible artificial intelligence initiative? Are you planning one? Or just want to …