Kodiaks Vote

Why is it important to vote? You can help make decisions in your community, state, and country that align with your values. You'll feel empowered knowing you were a part of the decision making process not just locally, but nationally. Your voice matters! Voting is your voice to impact things that are that are important to you.

Official ballot box in front of ARC

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Register to Vote

To vote in Washington State, you must be registered to vote. View voter eligibility.

Registration Type	Deadline
Online	Monday, October 28th, 2024
Mail	Monday, October 28th, 2024
In-person	Tuesday, November 5th, 2024

Check your registration.

Next Steps After Registering to Vote

Once you register to vote, here's the next steps you can do.

Think about what your values are and what matters the most to you
Research the candidates and propositions (both locally and nationally) and determine which vote you think is the better option:

2024 Washington State Voter Pamphlet (election guides) were mailed out on October 11th, 2024
Voter Pamphlets (election guide) also available online in a variety of formats - Searchable PDF, Audio MP3, and Video
Description of elected offices - learn about qualifications and responsibilities for federal and state offices

Remember that your vote is your decision. Do your best to think about what is important to you and vote accordingly
Ballots are mailed to the address where you're registered to vote no later than 18 days prior to elections. For military and overseas voters, ballots are mailed 45 days prior to elections.

Frequently Asked Questions on Voting by Mail

For in-person voting, locate a polling location in your county and get ready to vote before 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
Know your rights as a voter

Vote

Drop your signed ballot at an official ballot drop box or return by mail, no stamp needed before 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024.

You can drop off your signed ballot at the Official Ballot Drop Box on campus in front of the ARC
If needed, find other Ballot Drop Box Locations and Voting Center Locations
In-person services and accessible voting devices are available through your local elections office or voting center until election day, Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, before 8:00 PM.

Election Day Problems?

Report an election issue at:

1-866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683 for English)
1-888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682 for Spanish and English)
1-888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683 for Asian multilingual assistance)
1-844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287 for Arabic)

Key Dates

Event	Date
A copy of the Washington State Voters Pamphlet is mailed out to every residence.	October 11, 2024
Start of 18-day voting period (through Election Day). Ballots are mailed out and Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) are available at voting centers.	October 18, 2024
Events and Advocacy Board EAB (register to vote and voter education resources) Election Tabling at CC1/CC2 Lower Lobby, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	October 22, 2024
Kodiak Student Workshop: Well-Being in Times of Uncertainty at INV-131, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Ever feel like “stop, I want to get off this ride!” Feeling exhausted, worried, anxious, down? It is easy to feel given all the changes in our life and the world. Join us and learn how to use positive psychology, mindfulness, and self-compassion to feel better each day! You aren’t alone. We are all looking for some answers!	October 24, 2024
Events and Advocacy Board EAB (register to vote and voter education resources) Election Tabling at CC1/CC2 Lower Lobby, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM	October 24, 2024
Online and mail voter registration deadline. The voter registrations must be must be received 8 days before Election Day.	October 28, 2024
Kodiak Student Workshop: Pie & Politics at CC1-010, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Are you interested in politics? Do you like pie? Come join us to learn more about the implications of the upcoming election and how to engage in political discourse with family and friends. Professor David Shapiro and Professor Heather Fralick will provide resources and information to help you during this election season. Whether you are eligible to vote or not, come learn about our democratic system and enjoy some pie! Sponsored by Student Life	October 29, 2024
Events and Advocacy Board EAB (register to vote and voter education resources) Election Tabling at CC1/CC2 Lower Lobby, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	October 30, 2024
Kodiak Student, Staff, & Faculty: Eat Dessert First at The Diversity & Equity Center, CC1-002, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Event Description: Eat Dessert First? Why not! Need a break? Stop by…we (always) deserve a treat. The Diversity & Equity Center is always open for anyone who wants to stop by, ask a question, gather in community, drink some tea, or just be!	November 5 & 6, 2024
Deadline for Washington State voter registration or updates (in person only).	November 5, 2024
Election Day Mail or drop off your signed ballot to an Official Ballot Drop Box Location before 8:00 PM Vote in-person at an Official Voting Center Location before 8:00 PM	November 5, 2024

Election Resources

Cascadia & UWB Counseling Center will offer Extended Crisis and Drop-in Hours during election week November 4 - 8, 2024. Between it being the middle of fall quarter and possible stress around the elections this week the counseling center is extending their crisis/drop in hours. If you'd like to speak to a counselor for a 30 minute one on one session please drop by the Counseling Center during the listed times. No appointment needed, first come, first served.

- Monday, November 4, 2024 at UW1-080, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Tuesday November 5, 2024 at UW1-080, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at UW1-080, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday, November 6, 2024 at UW1-080, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday, November 8, 2024 at UW1-080, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Email questions to uwbcc@uw.edu or call 425-352-3183.