The campus community gathers in the Titan Student Union Pub for the first presidential debate of the 2008 election season.

CSUF Votes 2008

Activities Calendar

October 6, 2008

The calendar provides a listing of voter mobilization activities taking place at Cal State Fullerton.  Activities with an asterisk are sponsored by CSUF Votes 2008; additional activities are sponsored by a variety of student clubs and organizations.  

Tuesday, October 7

Viewing of Second Presidential Debate (TSU Portola Pavilions)*

6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Debate Viewing/7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Debate focus: Issues raised by audience members in Town Hall format

Panel Discussion Mr. Steve Young, Obama Delegate, Democratic National Convention 2008; Mr. Charles Moore, Director of Enrollment Services, Irvine Campus, CSUF; Dr. Scott Spitzer, Asst. Professor Politics, Administration & Justice, CSUF; Dr. Stephen Stambaugh, Professor Political Science, CSUF

Monday, October 13

CSUF College Republicans Weekly Meeting (TSU Stearns)

Sponsored by the CSUF College Republicans

Noon

CSUF Alumnus Scott Vyka will speak about his candidacy for California Governor and his experiences as a College Republican.

Tuesday, October 14

Voter Fair (Becker Amphitheatre)*

10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The campus community can register to vote and get educated on the issues. On-and-off campus organizations will be tabling to provide information on the upcoming election.

Wednesday, October 15

Viewing of Third Presidential Debate (TSU Underground Pub)*

6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Debate Viewing
7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Panel Discussion

Dr. Jack Bedell, Professor, Sociology, CSUF; Dr. Scott Spitzer, Asst. Professor, Politics, Administration & Justice, CSUF; Dr. Mathew Jarvis, Asst. Professor, Political Science, CSUF; Dr. Stephen Stambaugh, Professor, Political Science, CSUF

Thursday, October 16

Nuts and Bolts of the Ballot (TSU, Pavilion C)*

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Speakers will guide voters through the Nuts and Bolts of the November 4 Election Ballot.

Screening of “Slacker Uprising” (TSU, Tuffree)

Sponsored by the CSUF College Democrats

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Michael Moore’s new film, "Slacker Uprising," traces his 62-city tour of the swing states during the 2004 Presidential election and records the thrilling -- and frightening -- response he received across the country.

Monday, October 20

Voter Registration Deadline -- last day to register to vote in this election!

Your registration form must be postmarked by today!

For more information visit: http://www.ocvote.com/vote/howtoregister.htm

CSUF College Republicans Weekly Meeting (TSU Stearns)

Sponsored by the CSUF College Republicans

Noon

Congressman Ed Royce will speak about his re-election campaign and his recommendation to Senator John McCain in his choice of Governor Sarah Palin for a Vice Presidential running mate.

Monday, October 20

Voter Education Forum for Propositions 1A and 7 (TSU Pavilions)

Sponsored by ASI

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Proponent and opponent to speak on both ballot measures.

Meet the Candidates Reception (TSU Pavilion C)

Sponsored by the CSUF College Democrats

6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Get to know some of the local Democratic Candidates for local city councils, state assembly, state senate and school boards. The event is open to the public.

Tuesday, October 21

Early Voting Day at CSUF – Come Vote Early!! (Main Quad)*

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Requirements:
• You must be registered to vote in Orange County
• You must be able to provide your correct full name and address as stated on your voter registration record
• You are only required to provide proof of residence if this is the first election you are voting in, in Orange County
• You can also deposit your voted Absentee ballot or fill out a Vote by Mail application
• For more information, visit: http://www.ocvote.com/vote/EVwhattoexpectenglish.htm

Tuesday, October 28

Vote-by-Mail Application Deadline

Applications must be received by the Registrar of Voters by 5 p.m. today!

For more information, visit: http://www.ocvote.com/vote/absenteevotingenglish.htm

Wednesday, October 29

How Will You Vote? (University Hall 205)

Sponsored by the CSUF Women’s Center

12:00 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Dr. Shelley Arsneault will offer an informative perspective on the upcoming Presidential Election.

Thursday, October 30

GOTV Event (Main Quad)*

Details TBD.

Tuesday, November 4

ELECTION DAY. Go Vote!

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Find your ballot or polling place: http://www.smartvoter.org/ca/or/

For more information or to get involved:

Leo Otero, Chief Governmental Officer, Associated Students, Inc: 657-278-4226 or asicgo@fullerton.edu

Frances Teves, Director of State Relations and Advocacy, CSUF: 657-278-5188 or fteves@fullerton.edu

CSUF Votes 2008 is a non-partisan, voter mobilization effort sponsored by Academic Affairs, Associated Students, Inc. Public Affairs and Government Relations and Student Affairs.