Democracy Bingo
16 Ways to Flex Your Civic Muscle!
Whether you're exploring your community, registering to vote, or attending events, this game is designed to actively engage you in democratic participation. Each activity empowers you to make a difference while contributing to the vibrant civic culture at UW. Have fun getting involved on campus and beyond, understand the foundations of democracy, connect with others, and win prizes!
How to Play:
- Thousands of paper cards have been distributed in dorms and during freshman and graduate orientation!
- You can also pick up a paper card at the CELE Center in Mary Gates Hall, Room 171, or download and print your own PDF bingo card to play!
- Simply complete four activities in a row (across, down, or diagonal), write down what you did for your own records, and submit your completed card using the submission form to be eligible for a prize!
- Complete multiple bingos or the whole board to be eligible for additional prize entries!
Explore the online version below to discover a wide range of activities to help you complete each tile. The game runs until January 31, 2025—but remember, strengthening democracy and leading ethically are lifelong pursuits.
Get Involved!
Are you a community member, campus partner, or student leader? If you’d like to include your programming as an activity on the bingo card, please contact Michael Soudmand, Student Civic Leadership Development Program Manager, at soudmand@uw.edu.
Learn and Act
Deepening your civic engagement goes beyond just voting — it’s about actively learning and applying that knowledge in meaningful ways.
Write to Influence
Writing to elected officials, decision-makers, or organizations is a powerful way to make your voice heard and advocate for change.
Reflect on your Core Values
Understanding and reflecting on your core values is a key part of personal growth and leadership.
Listen Actively
Becoming a better listener is key to fostering meaningful connections.
Watch a Debate
Debate are an excellent way to stay informed onkey issues, candidates, and differing perspectives.
Volunteer Your Time
Giving your time is one of the most direct and meaningful ways to contribute to your community.
Vote or Help Someone Vote
Voting is one of the most important ways to make your voice heard and influence the future of your community, state, and country.
Learn to Spot Mis/disinformation
The ability to identify mis/disinformation is essential for participating in a healthy democracy.
Track Your Ballot
Once you've cast your ballot, tracking it is an essential step to ensure your vote is counted.
Explore the U.S. Constitution
Understanding our democratic foundation is key to becoming an informed and active participant.
Engage on Campus
Explore the many ways you can engage and make a difference
Connect in Community
Building strong connections within your local community, city, county, state, and region is essential to fostering a vibrant, engaged, and supportive civic environment.
Register (or help someone) to Vote
Registering to vote is one of the most direct ways to engage in democracy, but if you're ineligible to vote, you can still make a huge impact by helping others register.
Pledge to Participate
Taking the pledge to vote is a simple yet powerful way to commit to civic engagement and encourage others to do the same.
Dialogue About Issues Respectfully
Productive dialogue is at the heart of a healthy democracy.
Share Your Perspective
Your voice matters! Participate in student surveys — both on campus and national non-partisan political surveys — to share your thoughts and experiences.
We hope you find opportunities here that spark your interest! Don't hesitate to email the Student Civic Leadership Development Program Manager, Michael Soudmand, at soudmand@uw.edu if you have questions about specific programs or want to connect with someone to learn more!
