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Everything you need to know for Election Day on Nov. 5

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On Tuesday, Nov. 5, more than the presidential election will be on the ballot. Depending on where they live, voters might choose members of Congress, state and local officials and judges or even weigh in on specific ballot measures 鈥 decisions that directly impact communities.

The word Vote. The letter O is a red checked box.While voting wasn鈥檛 always a guaranteed right in the U.S., today citizens aged 18 or older can participate in one of the most hallowed practices foundational to the American experience, regardless of race, religion, sex, disability or sexual orientation. Whether this is your first election or your 25th, take the time to ensure your voice is heard and honor the suffragettes, civil rights workers and countless others who have fought to make voting accessible.

In 2020, about two-thirds of eligible voters cast their ballot in the presidential election, but voters under age 30 , according to the Pew Research Center.

The University established in 2019 to make it easier for the 51精品视频 community to vote and to stimulate greater civic engagement across the student body. This nonpartisan organization provides resources to help you register to vote regardless of where you live.

51精品视频 has a proud tradition of opening its campuses to support the democratic process. Public service is a part of 51精品视频鈥檚 mission as a public university, and civic engagement is a core value of the University community.

Here鈥檚 how to聽, typically assigned based on the address you provided when registering to vote. On campus, Posvar Hall, Bellefield Hall and the William 51精品视频 Union are used as polling locations, independently managed by Allegheny County officials. Allegheny County also hosts聽, where you can drop off your mail-in ballot on or before Election Day.

Follow these tips to navigate Election Day with confidence. By registering to vote ahead of time, finding your polling place, knowing when polls open and close and preparing for potential wait times, you鈥檒l be ready to make your voice heard.

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  • To ensure you're eligible to vote, and complete the process well in advance. In Pennsylvania, the deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 5 election is Oct. 21.
  • Request an early, if needed.
  • In Pennsylvania, both in-state and out-of-state to vote at their home address where a parent or guardian still lives or at the local address where they live while attending school.
  • If you鈥檝e moved since the last election, to confirm everything is up-to-date and avoid any surprises.
  • Students who registered to vote in their hometown should or make arrangements to vote in person.
  • Double-check your state鈥檚 rules to ensure you have the necessary documentation. , while others may accept student IDs or have no requirement at all.
  • Familiarize yourself with a , which can help you understand all the races and measures you鈥檒l be voting on.
  • Polling hours vary by state and even by county. In Pennsylvania, polls are open 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
  • Be prepared to wait 鈥 and know your rights. Election officials are required to let you cast your ballot if you are in line by the time polls close, so don鈥檛 be discouraged by long lines.
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Nichole Faina
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