National Voter Registration Day

It's Election Season! Our office has compiled various events offered at UConn related to voter registration and voting engagement across the university.

Calendar of Events

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  • Nov
    16
    Community Clean Up Day
    Mansfield, Connecticut
    12:00 PM

    The Town of Mansfield and UConn are pleased to team up against litter in our town. Join in to meet others in the Mansfield community and do good for our people and planet.

  • Nov
    18
    General Chemistry Students’ Two-Day Poster Presentation
    Hartford Times Building (Hartford)
    10:00 AM

    We will have around 50 posters at HTB Zach’s Atrium for two days. We would like to invite all faculties and students to join us in celebrating this event.

  • Nov
    18
    Hartford Workshop: Test Taking Strategies
    Hartford Times Building (Hartford)
    3:00 PM

    Realize things to consider when preparing for an upcoming exam to then create a plan. Learn exam format tactics to best approach different types of test questions.

  • Nov
    19
    General Chemistry Students’ Two-Day Poster Presentation
    Hartford Times Building (Hartford)
    12:00 AM

    We will have around 50 posters at HTB Zach’s Atrium for two days. We would like to invite all faculties and students to join us in celebrating this event.

  • Nov
    19
    Difficult Subjects/Civil Conversations: A Workshop on Structured Dialogue (Virtual)
    10:00 AM

    Join us for this Democracy & Dialogues workshop to learn about how to plan, host and facilitate a structured dialogue.

  • Nov
    19
    Brown Bag Lunch Series - Ramadan 101
    Hartford Times Building (Hartford)
    12:00 PM
  • Nov
    19
    Bachelors of Social Work (Social Work major) - Info & Application Workshop
    6:00 PM

    Interested in helping people, changing communities or changing policies? Interested in Social Justice? Have you ever thought about a career in Social Work? Social Work allows you to use your passion to create change and improve lives.

    Come to the Information Session and learn about the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree and learn about the steps to submitting an application! 

  • Nov
    20
    Human Resources Visit to UConn Hartford
    Hartford Times Building (Hartford)
    11:00 AM

    An opportunity for Faculty and Staff to meet with HR representatives on campus!

  • Nov
    20
    Challenges and Rewards of Practicing Immigration Law in 2024
    Hartford Times Building (Hartford)
    3:00 PM
  • Nov
    20
    Hartford Workshop: Notetaking for Success
    Hartford Times Building (Hartford)
    4:00 PM

    Ever wondered how to take your college notes to the next level? In this presentation, discover practical strategies to actively engage in lectures, organize notes effectively, and reinforce learning through regular review. These methods streamline study sessions and boost comprehension, empowering you to navigate academic challenges with clarity and efficiency.

  • Nov
    20
    American Dreams? An Encounters Dialogue
    YWCA Hartford
    4:00 PM

    Join us for a structured dialogue on the complex topic of immigration in America, covering its historical background, economic impact, and the personal stories of immigrants who contribute to the nation’s fabric. 

  • Nov
    21
    Pretrial Justice in Connecticut
    William F. Starr Hall, UConn School of Law
    8:30 AM

Lt Col Jena Gartland, USAF, Professor of Aerospace Studies and Rhiannon Trunzo '26 (CLAS) pose with Jonathan the Husky in front of an American flag at the Ultimate Sacrifice Memorial on Oct. 4, 2024. (Baker Charbonnet/UConn Photo)

Next Gen Elections: College Students Powering the Polls

Next Gen Students during their training at the Innovation Partnership Building on September 11, 2024

The Next Gen Elections program trains college students to be poll workers at the Moderator level throughout Connecticut.

All Next Gen participants are paired with an experienced Registrar of voters who serves as their mentor. Participants work at least 20 hours per year during the 2024 and 2025 general elections. Training and working primarily take place during each fall election season. Transportation costs to and from assigned location(s) are reimbursed, including gas/mileage, public transportation, and/or ride-share services.

UConn is represented by 17 students (out of 40) in the 2024 cohort.

Applications for the next cohort are due on April 25, 2025.  More information here: Next Gen Elections - Application Process

 

 

National Voter Registration Day Kick-Off with Secretary Thomas at Gampel Pavilion September 17, 2024