Student Voter Engagement
Preparing students to become engaged citizens by taking an active role in our democracy is core to the mission of higher education. Voting is one of the most foundational and meaningful ways to participate in our democracy. With an election approaching later this fall, MSUM is committed to empowering Dragons to shape the future through their participation.
Make a Voting Plan
- Register. It takes 2 minutes! Get started by using this online tool. You can also check your registration to make sure you’re registered in your state.
- Learn about early voting options. Many states offer absentee, mail-in voting, or in person early voting options. See what your state allows.
- Research candidates. Learn about the candidates running for office and any ballot measures. See what’s on your ballot.
- Check ID requirements. Different states have different ID requirements. Check if you need to bring your driver’s license or another form of ID so you aren’t prevented from casting your vote.
- Find your polling place. Every person is assigned a specific polling place based on where you live. Look up your polling place.
- Share your plans! Encourage your friends and family to make their own voting plan. Then, cast your ballot and let your voice be heard!
Watch this video to learn the basics about voter registration
2024 General Election Information: November 5, 2024
Watch this video for basic information about voter registration and voting in Minnesota.
Minnesota
- Voter Registration Deadline: October 15 (by mail or online), November 5 (in-person)
- Mail-in Ballot Application Deadline: November 4
- Mail-in Ballot Submission Deadline: Received by November 5
- College Students Fact Sheet
- Election Website
North Dakota
- Voter Registration Deadline: Not required, but need to have a valid form of ID
- Mail-in Ballot Application Deadline: November 4
- Mail-in Ballot Submission Deadline: Postmarked by November 4
- College Students Fact Sheet
- Election Website
South Dakota
- Voter Registration Deadline: October 21
- Mail-in Ballot Application Deadline: 5 p.m. on November 4
- Mail-in Ballot Submission Deadline: Received by 5 p.m. on November 5
- College Students Fact Sheet
- Election Website
Wisconsin
- Voter Registration Deadline: October 16 (by mail or online), November 1 (in-person)
- Mail-in Ballot Application Deadline: October 31
- Mail-in Ballot Submission Deadline: 8 p.m. on November 5
- College Students Fact Sheet
- Election Website
Iowa
- Voter Registration Deadline: October 21 (by mail or online), November 5 (in-person)
- Mail-in Ballot Application Deadline: October 21
- Mail-in Ballot Submission Deadline: Received by 8 p.m. on November 5
- College Students Fact Sheet
- Election Website
Watch this video for information about elections when individual votes really mattered.
Voting Rights
- Learn more about how to exercise your voting rights, resist voter intimidation efforts, and access disability-related accommodations and language assistance at the polls.
- Voting problems? Call or text the nonpartisan Election Protection Hotline at 866.OUR.VOTE (866.687.8683).
On-Campus Events
- Constitution Day: Monday, September 16 | 11 a.m. | Library 209C
- National Voter Registration Day: Tuesday, September 17 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Library Lobby
For additional information about civic engagement and how you can get involved, please visit the library’s resource guide.