19/08/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 19/08/2024 15:02
Civic engagement = empowerment
The New York Times reported that half of Americans believe our political system is too divided to solve the nation's problems. The overwhelming-ness of it all, especially in the final push of a presidential election, is causing some to tune out the news, stop talking politics with family and friends, or avoid expressing our true ideological opinions.
Salve works to help students establish their voices and their power in the decision-making process that will shape our collective future. The goal is to make it easy for students to get involved in the democratic process without feeling bogged down by it.
Throughout the year the SalveVotes logo will appear across campus, Instagram, organizations, teams and programs that students may participate in. That's a signal to students that there's an opportunity to wield their civic power.
For those who are not satisfied with the current state of things, the first step is to vote. Then, if individuals have the time and privilege, they can do more. Here's a rundown of the fall semester events to look for. Check the events calendar for details.
Voter registration drives
Experts will be on hand to answer all voting-related questions and get students registered in their home states or in Rhode Island.
Saturday, August 31, on the Drexel/Stoner lawn from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. For more information, go here.
Tuesday, September 17, National Voter Registration Day, at Miley Hall from 1 - 5 p.m.
Tuesday, October 1, in the O'Hare Academic Building from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Civic engagement fair: Tuesday, October 29
In celebration of Vote Early Day, the fair highlights campus clubs and organizations focused on civic engagement. Students can participate in discussion spaces, raffles and more. Time and location of the fair can be found here when available.
Pell Center events
Watch this space for upcoming roundtables and lectures about the upcoming election, health of the U.S. democracy and political polling results.
Students do not need to wait for events at Salve to start getting involved. On their own they can:
Engaging in the democratic process is an empowering experience. With SalveVotes, students can get familiar and get involved!