Royals Vote: Election Day 2024
Election Day is approaching quickly, Royals! With just a few days to go, the Royals Vote coalition would like to ensure the University community is prepared to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 5. On the evening before Election Day, Monday Nov. 4, you are also invited to join for campus prayer and reflection at 4 p.m. in the Dionne Green Amphitheater.
Information To Help You Plan for Election Day
Events: Start off Election Day with a cup of coffee and donuts in Hyland Hall as the Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service (CEEPS) is hosting “Democracy and Donuts” from 9 a.m. - noon. The event will take place in the courtyard outside of Hyland Hall (weather permitting) or in the lobby of Hyland Hall. If you have any voting or election questions, stop by to speak with a member of the CEEPS team.
On Election Day, be sure to check out the Royals Vote Celebration on DeNaples first floor (across from the University’s bookstore) and/or outside DeNaples on the patio, weather permitting. A Royals Vote backdrop will be displayed throughout the day, so stop by to take photos and get your own “I Voted!” Royals Vote sticker.
Election Day Transportation: The Royals Vote Coalition will be providing transportation to Scranton High School (63 Mike Munchak Way). The Iggy Shuttle will be making rounds every 20 minutes from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 5 to Scranton High School. If you are registered to vote at Scranton High School, please meet at the Linden Circle by the flagpoles.
It is encouraged that voters double check their voter registration status and confirm their polling place prior to Election Day to avoid any delays or issues. Pennsylvania voters can confirm their voter registration status and locate their polling place.
Identification is required for first-time voters in an Election District in Pennsylvania. Approved forms of photo ID in Pennsylvania include a Pennsylvania Driver’s license or ID card issued by PennDot, Student ID (such as your Royal ID), and a U.S. passport. Approved forms of non-photo ID include a voter’s identification card issued by the voter registration commission. Returning voters do not need to show identification (unless otherwise noted). For more information, please visit PA.Gov
Mail-in Ballots: If you have requested a mail-in ballot, be sure to complete the ballot according to the instructions. In Pennsylvania, completed mail ballots must be received by (mail or by dropping to a designated drop box) at your county election office by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Postmarked by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5 is not sufficient. For other states, be sure to check out your state’s deadlines and requirements by scrolling to links for individual states, which are found at the bottom of the page at this link.
The campus-wide non-partisan Royals Vote initiative is here to help ensure that everyone on campus is ready to vote. Email community@scranton.edu or call 570-941-4419 with any questions.
