Elizabeth Matto

Elizabeth Matto, a political scientist and director at Rutgers’ Eagleton Institute, discusses the vital role of universities in fostering civic engagement among students. She shares insights on how campuses can support voting and create environments for open political discussions. Matto emphasizes the need for year-round participation and challenges misconceptions about young voters' disinterest. She also touches on her upcoming book, focusing on the responsibilities of higher education in cultivating informed democratic citizens.