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
Alumni Dinner: New Jersey
Join President Jerry Balentine, D.O., FACEP, for an alumni and friends dinner in central New Jersey on Tuesday, February 10. This event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow New York Tech …
Valentine’s Day Luncheon
The NYIT de Seversky Mansion is pleased to invite you to a special Valentine’s Day Lunch on Wednesday, February 11. Join us for an exquisite spread for only $20 per person. Come join us for a …
Valentine’s Three-Course Sit-Down Meal
You’re invited to a Valentine’s Three-Course Sit-Down Meal on Thursday, February 12, at the SAC’s Cool Beans Café on the Long Island campus. The meal has two seatings, at noon and at 1 …
Love Your Library (LI)
Play Kahoot and make buttons with the Art and Architecture Library. During this event, students learn about library services and trivia through this fast-paced game. Participating students can …
Lunar New Year (NYC)
Come celebrate the year of the horse. Come learn about Lunar New Year and the traditions that are part of the celebration. …
NYITCOM Virtual Information Session
Join New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) virtually and see why more than 7,500 physicians have chosen NYITCOM for their medical education. This helpful …
Dean’s Digital Café: The Constitutionality of Sanctuary Cities
Michael Izady, Ph.D., teaching assistant professor in the Department of Humanities, will lead a conversation titled, “The Constitutionality of Sanctuary Cities, and the Use of Federal Forces to …
Leadership Lunch with Dean Babak Beheshti
Join us for the Leadership Lunch Series, an opportunity to socialize with your faculty and staff colleagues while enjoying a delicious, specially prepared meal. Each lunch will feature a …
Visit the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center (NYC)
Learn the essential tools for entrepeneurship and investment research with a visit to the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, a part of the New York Public …
Black History Month Celebration Dinner
Join the New York City Office of Student Life as we honor 100 years of black history through a powerful evening of talent, culture, and community. …