In June, following dialogue with the Ball State Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, the "Register. Chirp. Vote." initiative was unveiled by the department of intercollegiate athletics. The idea? Educate student-athletes and the Ball State community around voter registration with an end goal of all eligible voters placing their votes for the November general election.
That process brings us to general election day. More has been gleaned than a vast majority of eligible Ball State student-athletes casting their ballots and helping a large percentage of Ball State teams reach a 100% registration rate.
"I believe it is very important to vote because it allows your views and voice to be heard," said Jordan Williams, a member of the football program.