AUM alumna to discuss election administration on Constitution Day
Auburn University at Montgomery will observe Constitution Day on Thursday, Sept. 17, with a presentation examining the work that takes place behind the scenes to administer elections.
Alexandria Stephens, director of elections for the Montgomery County Election Center in the Office of Probate Judge J.C. Love III, will present “Behind the Scenes: Election Administration” from 1 to 2 p.m. in Goodwyn Hall 111. Her talk will provide an opportunity for the AUM community to learn more about election administration and the processes involved in helping eligible voters cast their ballots.
Stephens brings a unique connection to AUM and to election administration. Originally from Camden, Alabama, she earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from AUM in 2009 and a Master of Public Administration, with a concentration in nonprofit management and leadership, in 2012. She later earned a master’s degree in human resource management from Troy University in 2024.
Stephens began her career in election administration as an undergraduate intern at the Montgomery County Election Center. After completing graduate school, she served as elections coordinator for Jefferson County, Alabama, before moving to Columbia, South Carolina, where she served as director of voter registration and elections for Richland County.
In 2022, Stephens returned to Montgomery as director of elections for Montgomery County — the same office where she began her career as an AUM undergraduate intern. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to ensuring that every eligible voter in Montgomery County can cast a ballot securely and successfully.
Stephens is a member of the National Association of Election Officials, commonly known as The Election Center. In 2017, she earned the organization’s Certified Elections/Registration Administrator (CERA) certification.
Constitution Day is observed annually to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787. The day also recognizes all individuals who are U.S. citizens — either by birth or through naturalization.
