Voter Registration
Name one way you can register to vote in Wisconsin
Online, mail, in person
What should you make sure to do before you show up to the polls?
Do your research!! (candidates, issues, referendums, etc)
Name a method of voting in Wisconsin
In person on Election Day, in person absentee (early voting), absentee
What is the best way to make sure you're not waiting in line at the polls?
Vote early! It can save you a lot of time!
Does civic engagement end with voting?
No!
What can you use as proof of residence? (name one)
Residential lease document, bank/ credit union statement, WI Driver's License/ ID card, certified UW madison housing list, govt. doc, utility bill, state social service programs
Name a campus/ government resource you can find information from
ASM, BadgersVote, City of Madison Clerk's Office, myvote.wi.gov, McBurney Disability Resource Center, Dane County Clerk's Office
What do you need to bring to the polls to vote?
Photo ID
How can you stay informed even if you're not voting?
Discuss issues, do your research, go to civic events, etc
What qualifications do you need to have to register to vote? (4 of them)
US Citizen
18+
Resident
not incarcerated, on parole, probation, or extended supervision for a felony conviction
Name one website where you can research candidate platforms
Ballotpedia, Vote411, or candidates’ official websites
When is early voting in Wisconsin?
October 22nd - November 3rd
You can vote early at one of many locations on and off campus.
What are the typical hours that polling places are open on Election Day?
7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Name a local election (not national) that you can speak out on.
School board, alder elections, state Supreme Court, governor, sheriff, etc
Name two acceptable forms of identification
Valid Wisconsin Driver's License/ ID, US passport, US uniformed services card, veterans affairs card, tribal ID, certificate of naturalization (STUDENT ONLY: campus-issued voter ID card)
Where can you find the information that will be on your ballot?
Where can I get a voter ID card?
At the WisCard office! for more information visit voterid.wisc.edu
Name a polling place open for early voting on campus
Memorial Union, Union South, UW Madison Health Sciences Learning Center
What can you do to communicate your needs and wants to officials?
Write to them, call them, etc
How long do you have to live in Wisconsin in order to vote?
28 Days
What should you be careful of when looking for information on the ballot?
Misinformation, skewed data, lack of credible sources, etc
How do you cast an absentee ballot?
2) Complete your ballot with a witness
3) Return your ballot (US Mail recommends you send it at least 1 week before Election Day)
Who can you talk to if you need help with voter accessibility?
The poll workers! You have the right to accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Name a local non profit that can provide resources beyond voting
Answers vary, you can visit win.wisc.edu for RSOs or search online