National Student Board

PRESIDENT
Hi! My name is Everton Prospere (he/him), and I am a Senior at Brown University studying Political Science and Hispanic Studies. I am particularly passionate about grassroots activism and finding methods to effectively incorporate voters, especially underrepresented voices, into the United States' election systems. As the President of the Every Vote Counts National Student Board, I am thrilled to help in the critical effort to increase youth civic engagement by working with nearly 100 chapters and partners as well as an outstanding team. On campus, I am a member of the Brown Political Union and participate more actively in voter engagement as the former President of the Every Vote Counts chapter at Brown. Outside of the civic realm, I am the Head Conductor for the Brown Band and can often be found at the local tennis courts!
Everton@evcnational.org

DIRECTOR OF GRANTS
Hi! I'm Gavin Brignall, a senior studying Politics and Media & Society at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. I am honored to be serving as Director of Grants for the 2026-27 EVC Student Board. Through various EVC grants, I will work to continue supporting campuses financially during this crucial upcoming midterm election. There is never a bad time for young voters to be civically engaged, and I hope that together we can encourage a record amount of college students to the polls and make their voices heard
Gavin@evcnational.org

DIRECTOR OF ELECTIONS STRATEGY

Hey guys! My name is Abigail Volpe, and I am a sophomore at Lafayette College studying Government and Law. I am very excited to serve as the Director of Elections Strategy for Every Vote Counts, where I work with our campus chapters and partners from around the nation to help foster youth voter engagement and election preparedness. At Lafayette, I am a Co-Director of Lafayette Votes, a partner of EVC that works to mobilize Lafayette students to the polls. Aside from civic involvement, I am a member of the Lafayette Activities Forum, women’s club lacrosse team, and an RA! In my free time, I love to read and go for hikes with my dogs! I am so excited for this upcoming midterm season and to kick off our new civic tailgate series! Every Vote Counts!
Abigail@evcnational.org

DIRECTOR OF ENGAGEMENT
Hello! My name is Savanna Ruzzano (she/her), and I'm a junior at Northeastern University majoring in Political Science with minors in American Sign Language and Criminal Justice. I'm incredibly excited to continue serving as Director of Engagement this year and to support our growing network of more than 120 campus chapters and partners. At Northeastern, I previously served as the Student Coordinator for Northeastern Votes, where I led a team of student ambassadors and collaborated with campus and national partners to increase civic engagement and voter participation. I also work as a Research Assistant in Northeastern's School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs, where I contribute to a project evaluating the health of democracy at both the national and state levels across multiple dimensions. Outside of school, I work at a political consulting firm in downtown Boston, assisting with campaign finance and compliance for candidates running for public office. I'm looking forward to another year of supporting our campuses and helping students strengthen civic engagement across the country!
Savanna@evcnational.org

DIRECTOR OF CIVIC EDUCATION
Hey everyone! My name is Luke Peterson, and I am a sophomore at Yale University studying Political Science and Astronomy. I’m excited to serve as the Director of Civic Education for Every Vote Counts, where I work with our national network of campus chapters to develop civic education programming and resources, particularly the Campus Ambassador program. At Yale, I serve as the Director of Outreach for the Yale Democracy Project and as Co-Director of External Affairs for the Yale Foreign Policy Initiative. Beyond civic engagement, I conduct policy research, having previously worked with the Brookings Institution, the Center for European Policy Studies, and the Yale Policy Institute. I also love playing tennis and pickleball, exploring new cafes, and sculpting! I’m looking forward to expanding civic education initiatives and helping students become informed, engaged voters!
Luke@evcnational.org

DIRECTOR OF DATA MANAGEMENT
Hi! My name is Joslyn Sheeley, and I'm a senior at the University of Iowa studying Psychology and Political Science with minors in Dance and Criminology on the Pre-Law track. I'm excited to be serving as the Director of Data Management for the 2026-27 term! On my campus, I serve as the Executive Director for Hawk The Vote, a nonpartisan student organization dedicated to voter registration and civic education. I also work as a Supplemental Instruction Leader & Peer Mentor in the Office of Student Learning, as well as the Parade Director for our Homecoming Council. I'm thrilled to serve on the National Student Board and look forward to supporting EVC's mission through a busy midterm year!
Joslyn@evcnational.org

DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY
Hi! My name is Kirsten, and I am a junior at Virginia Tech, studying both Political Science and Philosophy, Politics, and Economics while also being in Virginia Tech's Honors College. As the Director of Advocacy for EVC, I am looking forward to assisting our chapters and partners with their institutionalization goals while also leading the Time Off To Vote campaign. I will also be focusing on legislative advocacy, both on the state and national level. On my campus, I serve as the Secretary for the Hokies Vote Caucus and work as a Democracy Fellow for Campus Vote Project. I am originally from New Jersey, and in my spare time, I enjoy traveling, going to concerts, and attending sporting events. I am excited to get started and build and expand on our advocacy practices during this election year! Go Hokies!
Kristen@evcnational.org

VICE PRESIDENT
Hello! My name is Lillian, and I am a junior at Brown University, studying Economics and Political Science. I am particularly interested in how political institutions shape economic inequality, specifically through civic education and ballot access. As the Vice President of Every Vote Counts, I am excited to manage our external partners. This includes working with our nonprofit partners to create joint initiatives and share our programs with our respective networks, as well as leading the Feed the Vote program to ensure our campus chapters and partners can collaborate with franchises such as Raising Cane’s, Ben and Jerry’s, and Dunkin’ Donuts to secure food for civic engagement events. On my campus, I serve as a Civic Engagement Fellow for Brown Votes, a nonpartisan university initiative aimed at fostering democratic participation. In my spare time, I enjoy visiting art museums and exploring new cities. I look forward to a productive and busy midterm year to solidify long-lasting practices within EVC and beyond!
Lillian@evcnational.org

DIRECTOR OF MEDIA
Hi! I’m Skylar Harris (she/her), a Vanderbilt University junior majoring in Communication Studies with minors in Political Science and Sociology. I serve as the Director of Media for Every Vote Counts, where I enjoy making important civic information clear, accessible, and engaging for young voters. As a Georgian, I have seen firsthand how access to reliable education and information can vary across communities, from larger cities like Atlanta to small rural towns. That experience has shaped my commitment to creating digestible civic content that helps people feel informed and empowered before elections.
At Vanderbilt, I serve as the President for Vandy Votes, a nonpartisan civic engagement organization dedicated to registering students to vote and educating them about upcoming elections. I am also a Vanderbilt Admissions Ambassador, where I help prospective students and families learn more about the Vanderbilt experience, and an Admissions Intern supporting efforts to connect with future Commodores. Additionally, I serve as the Vice President of Marketing for the Vanderbilt Black Business Student Association, helping promote business education, professional development, and career opportunities for Black students. I am also the Publicity Chair for Vanderbilt’s NAACP chapter, where I support communications and outreach efforts surrounding racial justice and advocacy, as well as a member of College Council and the Public Relations Chair for Warren College.
skylar@evcnational.org

Our Team

EVC National is led by a National Student board and an Executive Board

National Student Board Alumni

Philip Hinkes, Yale University
Katelyn Schwartz, Kenyon College
Katherine Adelman, Claremont McKenna College
Tyler Cremins, Fordham University
Jack Malamud, Brown University
Lucy Montgomery, Whitman College
Jonathan Schwartz, Yale University
Jack Malamud, Brown University
Sean Casey, Stanford University
Daisy Lane, Duke University
Sasha Mead, Boston College
Holman Pettibone, Claremont McKenna College
Madalyn Stewart, Fordham University
Irene Sung, Brown University
James Tedesco, University of Vermont
Holman Pettibone, Claremont McKenna College
Cameron Lange, Stanford University
Riya Shah, Saint Louis University
Elena Woo, Cornell University
Maria Merkle, Fordham University
Zoe Baltrush, University of Connecticut
Fausto Rojas, Brown University
Irene Sung, Brown University
Maria Merkle, Fordham University
Riya Shah, Saint Louis University
Bryce Emanuel, Vanderbilt University
Giulia Matteucci, Lafayette College
Olivia Wee, Claremont McKenna College
Julia Flam, Lafayette College
Logan Tullai, Brown University
Lexi Kupor, Stanford University
Anoushka Majumdar, University of Texas at Dallas
Logan Tullai, Brown University
Olivia Wee, Claremont McKenna College
Jason Vadnos, Vanderbilt University
Everton Prospere, Brown University
Rebekah, Lafayette College
Bao Le, Vanderbilt University
Yuqing Jiang, Stanford University
Chris Byrnes, Lafayette College
Atiksh Chandra, Saint Louis University
Sahana Thayagabalu, Harvard College
Everton Prospere, Brown University
Savanna Ruzzano, Northeastern
Ashley Kim, University of Pennsylvania
Everton Prospere, Brown University
Siena Pilati, University of Kentucky
Skylar Harris, Vanderbilt University
Atiksh Chandra, Saint Louis University
Dominick Lombard, Harvard University
Lillian Gale, Brown University
Esha Bolar, Yale University