How and where to vote - Elections - Gould Library Research Guides at Carleton College

Registering to vote and voting as a student

Student Voting Rights
Great information from the Brennan Center for Justice from the New York School of Law. This guide includes information by state (both your home state and state of your school) and answers to frequently asked questions about voting.
Voting and Elections
Links to official information and services from the U.S. government.
Election Protection
A site dedicated to ensuring that all voters have an equal opportunity to participate in the political process. Has information on voting by state, as well as more general voting information.
MN Voting for Students
The MN Secretary of State page about voting for students.
Same day registration in MN
If you are not registered to vote, you can still register on election day in Minnesota. This page tells you how.

Caucus Information

Precinct Caucus Frequently Asked Questions
Explains how the caucus system works and eligibility for participation.
Caucus Finder
Find your local caucus

Where to Vote

Take a look at polling location finder or the Northfield precinct map (pdf) to find where you vote.

Polls are open until 8:00 pm. As long as you are in line at 8:00 pm you will be allowed to vote (but to be safe, go early)

Transportation

The Center for Community and Civic Engagement (CCCE) has partnered with the Dean of Students Office to provide a shuttle bus to and from the polling locations on Election Day --Tuesday, November 6th. A 50 passenger bus will depart from Willis Hall every half hour, completing a loop to the three polling locations, see schedule below. The bus will run from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm when the polls close.

Time	Location
:00	Willis Hall
:05	United Church of Christ
:10	St. Peter's Church
:20	St. John's Church
:30	Willis Hall
:35	United Church of Christ
:40	St. Peter's Church
:50	St. John's Church