Starting Monday, Oswego State students will redefine the word, “party,” as they get the chance to make a difference in an easy and fun environment. With the mid-semester blues setting in, students may be searching for an extra reason to get involved in their civic duty. With the help of Vote Oswego, students will be able to mail their absentee ballots while indulging themselves in free stamps, snacks and the chance to win exciting prizes.
On Monday, Oct. 29 and Tuesday, Oct. 30, Vote Oswego will be hosting an Absentee Ballot Party from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Marano Campus Center Room 133. Vote Oswego staff will assist students in filling out and mailing their absentee ballots.
For many students on campus, trying to get absentee ballots filled out and mailed is a process. In a time where people are making it harder for people to vote, Vote Oswego is lightening students’ load and has been helping them every step of the way.
Coralynn Figueroa, a senior at Oswego State, shared her thoughts on trying to vote on campus.
“It’s confusing because they don’t explain the process to you.” Figueroa said. “We always hear that voting is important. but it’s not implemented into the curriculum.”
Many people who are involved with Vote Oswego agree that this is a problem and have taken the time to create events that educate students on the voting process.
ALANA, an organization that represents the diversity on campus, states that “voting is necessary for others to hear the voices of the underrepresented population. Many [people] are going through several struggles but don’t have the opportunity to vote. We need to come together as a country and make the right decision and have the equality we want and need.”
If students are wondering how to get information about the candidates for this year’s midterm election, Vote Oswego’s website also has that covered (go to voteoswego.com). It is a valuable resource that has everything you need to know to be an informed voter.
So, come to the Absentee Ballot Party, have fun and do not miss the chance to get your ballots mailed. Do not forget Election Day is fast approaching on Nov. 6. You have the chance to make a difference.
