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Raritan Valley Community College student Colin Howell of Readington has been named to the 2026 ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll, earning national recognition for his leadership in promoting nonpartisan civic engagement. The announcement was made by RVCC’s Pray Family Center for Service Learning and Civic Engagement in partnership with the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge.

The ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll recognizes outstanding college students nationwide who demonstrate a strong commitment to increasing democratic participation on their campuses.

Howell, a Liberal Arts major who plans to graduate from RVCC in May, is one of just 168 students across the country selected for this honor. He is being recognized for his work expanding voter registration, education, and turnout during the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election. A key component of his efforts includes his involvement in RVCC’s Service Learning Program, where he served as a poll worker with the Hunterdon County Election Board, Senator Andrew Zwicker’s Office, the Hillsborough Democratic Organization, and Mikie Sherrill’s campaign for Governor of New Jersey.

Howell also has contributed to institutional efforts to expand civic engagement on campus. He worked alongside college administrators and community partners on RVCC’s Civic Action Plan, helping align strategic priorities with innovative approaches to voter education. His contributions have supported the development of new programming and enhanced campuswide engagement initiatives.

RVCC’s commitment to service learning and civic engagement plays a vital role in student development, equipping learners with real-world experience that complements classroom instruction. Through hands-on opportunities like community partnerships, public service, and voter engagement initiatives, students build critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills. These experiences not only deepen students’ understanding of course material, but also foster a sense of civic responsibility, empowering them to become informed, active participants in their communities and in the democratic process.

RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 10, 2026

Media contact: Donna Stolzer, 908-526-1200, ext. 8383

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