Allegheny Votes 2024

CIVIC ACTIVITIES ON CAMPUS

The Center for Political Participation and Andrew Goodman Foundation are hosting a variety of events on local, state, and federal elections and politics.

Upcoming Events:

• September 16–National Voter Registration Day: The Center for Political Participation (CPP), Andrew Goodman Foundation (AGF), and IDEAS Center are hosting a voter registration event in the Campus Center. CPP and AGF student fellows will be there to help anyone who would like assistance with completing their voter registration form. They will also provide assistance to anyone who is interested in applying to vote by mail or receive an absentee ballot.
• September 17–Constitution Day: The Center for Political Participation (CPP), Andrew Goodman Foundation (AGF), and IDEAS Center are hosting a Constitution Day address from 12:20 to 1:20 p.m. in the Tillotson Room of the Tippie Alumni Center. Political theorist Allan Tellis will discuss the significance of the Constitution amidst current threats to political freedom and equality. A period for audience questions will follow.
• Thursday, October 17–Talking about Politics in Polarized Times: What can we learn from a new, student-designed card game? Talking about politics–especially when we strongly disagree with people–can be unpleasant and unproductive. Why does it always need to be this way? Is it possible to talk more constructively with people who seem very different and find shared interests and common ground? A new, student-designed card game provides an opportunity to explore the possible answers to these questions. Designed by Law & Policy student Reagan Grace Wheat, this game’s goal is not to outsmart the group you’re participating with, but to engage in thoughtful conversation about the real issues that currently affect America. Join us in Quigley Hall, Room 122 at 6pm for games and pizza.
• Tuesday, October 22–We Who Believe in Freedom: Race, Religion, and Reproductive Justice: On July 24, 2024, Democratic Nominee VP Kamala Harris addressed the Zeta Phi Beta sorority members. In this address primarily to Black women, Harris reflected on the importance of balancing one’s faith with political resistance. Professor Delgado, a scholar of history and religion, will discuss Harris’ remarks and will consider the often-overlooked relationship enjoyed between political freedom, religious identity, and race. Time reserved for audience questions will follow the public address. This event will be held in the Pelletier Library, Room 311 from 12:20 to 1:20 p.m. Lunch will be served.
  
• November 5–ELECTION DAY: Shuttle Buses to the Polls on Election Day
• November 7–Panel Discussion: What Happened on Election Day? What Does It Mean for American Democracy? The Center for Political Participation (CPP), Andrew Goodman Foundation (AGF), and IDEAS Center are hosting a Quigley Town Hall on the results of the 2024 election and their implications for American politics. A panel discussion, followed by questions from the audience, will be held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the Henderson Auditorium in Quigley Hall. All are invited.
• In addition, watch My Allegheny for details about open discussions groups, panels hosted by the political science department on What Political Science Can Tell Us About the 2024 Elections, Election Day transportation to voting locations, and post-election forums.