October 04, 2026
We are writing today to recognize the responsibility for all eligible CMU community members to register and make a plan to vote on November 3, 2026. Our democracy is most effective when the American people communicate their perspectives, experiences and needs with their voices and their ballots. Voting is one of the most direct and impactful tools to voice your priorities and values to elected officials at the local, state and national levels.
Tomorrow marks the start of National Voter Education Week (NVEW), a week focused on confirming your registration, understanding your ballot and making your plan to vote. There are several opportunities this week to participate in NVEW through both on-campus events and online resources.
Check Your Voter Registration Status!
Monday, October 5
The right to vote has been secured by generations of leaders throughout history. To exercise this basic right, you must be registered to vote! status and register to vote in or your today. CMU Votes will be tabling to assist with voter registration! Come out and find a trained voter ambassador who can help you get registered from 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. in Wean Commons on the first floor of the Cohon University Center.
Learning the Do’s and Don’ts of Voting!
Tuesday, October 6
Are you confused about what actually happens when you need to go vote? Come find out! Learn the “Do's” and "Don'ts" of voting and see how easy it is to make your voice heard at voting pop-ups around campus, and participate in a mock polling booth! Stop by the booths at either Hamburg Hall, Tepper or the Cohon University Center from noon-2 p.m.
Resources for Navigating Elections and Voting
Wednesday, October 7
Whether you intend to vote in person or by mail, make a plan! Review the to help you navigate the process and then request your mail-in ballot from or your . Additionally, stop by Wean Commons in the Cohon University Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for Brownies and Ballots to learn how to find your polling location and make your plan to vote.
Support Local Voting Logistics
Thursday, October 8
Want to talk about the process of voting or interested in becoming a ? Stop by the CMU Votes table for Cookies and Civic Duty in Wean Commons from 1-3 p.m. to learn all about the electoral process!
If you are an international student, we encourage you to research the local candidates and ballot items. Remind your friends that this election affects everyone at ÓÕ»óÂÜÀò, and encourage those who are eligible to vote to register and make a voting plan.
Democracy Day is November 3!
We also want to remind you of the upcoming programming for on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Democracy Day is ÓÕ»óÂÜÀò's annual university-wide initiative that encourages informed participation in democratic and community life through learning, well-being, and community and democratic engagement. All members of the CMU community are welcome, regardless of citizenship status or voting eligibility, to engage across a broad range of experiences and perspectives.
The right to vote is only powerful if it is exercised. Ensure your voice is heard! Tartans, this week is National Voter Education Week and we encourage you to: Register. Plan. Vote.
Sanjeev Naiek
Undergraduate Student Senate President
Andy Hammer
Graduate Student Assembly President
Gina Casalegno
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
National Voter Education Week (NVEW) Starts Tomorrow
Dear Carnegie Mellon Students,We are writing today to recognize the responsibility for all eligible CMU community members to register and make a plan to vote on November 3, 2026. Our democracy is most effective when the American people communicate their perspectives, experiences and needs with their voices and their ballots. Voting is one of the most direct and impactful tools to voice your priorities and values to elected officials at the local, state and national levels.
Tomorrow marks the start of National Voter Education Week (NVEW), a week focused on confirming your registration, understanding your ballot and making your plan to vote. There are several opportunities this week to participate in NVEW through both on-campus events and online resources.
Check Your Voter Registration Status!
Monday, October 5
The right to vote has been secured by generations of leaders throughout history. To exercise this basic right, you must be registered to vote! status and register to vote in or your today. CMU Votes will be tabling to assist with voter registration! Come out and find a trained voter ambassador who can help you get registered from 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. in Wean Commons on the first floor of the Cohon University Center.
Learning the Do’s and Don’ts of Voting!
Tuesday, October 6
Are you confused about what actually happens when you need to go vote? Come find out! Learn the “Do's” and "Don'ts" of voting and see how easy it is to make your voice heard at voting pop-ups around campus, and participate in a mock polling booth! Stop by the booths at either Hamburg Hall, Tepper or the Cohon University Center from noon-2 p.m.
Resources for Navigating Elections and Voting
Wednesday, October 7
Whether you intend to vote in person or by mail, make a plan! Review the to help you navigate the process and then request your mail-in ballot from or your . Additionally, stop by Wean Commons in the Cohon University Center from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for Brownies and Ballots to learn how to find your polling location and make your plan to vote.
Support Local Voting Logistics
Thursday, October 8
Want to talk about the process of voting or interested in becoming a ? Stop by the CMU Votes table for Cookies and Civic Duty in Wean Commons from 1-3 p.m. to learn all about the electoral process!
If you are an international student, we encourage you to research the local candidates and ballot items. Remind your friends that this election affects everyone at ÓÕ»óÂÜÀò, and encourage those who are eligible to vote to register and make a voting plan.
Democracy Day is November 3!
We also want to remind you of the upcoming programming for on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Democracy Day is ÓÕ»óÂÜÀò's annual university-wide initiative that encourages informed participation in democratic and community life through learning, well-being, and community and democratic engagement. All members of the CMU community are welcome, regardless of citizenship status or voting eligibility, to engage across a broad range of experiences and perspectives.
The right to vote is only powerful if it is exercised. Ensure your voice is heard! Tartans, this week is National Voter Education Week and we encourage you to: Register. Plan. Vote.
Sanjeev Naiek
Undergraduate Student Senate President
Andy Hammer
Graduate Student Assembly President
Gina Casalegno
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students