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University of Southern Indiana's student publication | USI | student newspaper

The Shield

University of Southern Indiana's student publication | USI | student newspaper

The Shield

Many Americans have different opinions about election season, but what do international students have to say about U.S. elections, and how they differ from their home countries’ processes?

International students share perspectives on upcoming presidential election

Abigail Durham, Staff Writer November 4, 2024

As the presidential election approaches, people are mainly surrounded by the Republican and Democratic parties’ campaigns, but learning about the views of those outside the election can also be informative...

SGA elections begin April 17-24, and inauguration will occur April 26. (Graphic by Alyssa DeWig)

SGA to begin elections for 2023-2024 academic year

Alyssa DeWig, News Editor April 12, 2023

Student Government Association begins elections for the 2023-2024 academic year April 17-24, and inauguration will occur April 26. Webster said several positions are open for elections, but the roles...

Students voice their opinions on the upcoming Indiana 2022 midterm elections. (Graphic by Maliah White)

Students prepare for the 2022 midterm elections

Bryce West, Staff Writer November 2, 2022

Students will decide if they are going to participate in voting for Indiana’s 2022 midterm elections which begin Nov. 8.  Registered Indiana voters are able to vote early in person until Nov. 7 at...

Students to debate policy, reflect on election

Students to debate policy, reflect on election

Riley Guerzini, Managing Editor November 5, 2018

The university’s Philosophy Club will host a civil discussion and debate Thursday at 6 p.m. in Forum 2 of the Wright Administration Building. A student-led panel will debate policy issues and reflect...

Student politicians encourage voting just days away from election

Student politicians encourage voting just days away from election

Abby Sink, Staff Writer October 31, 2018

The upcoming November midterm elections will be the first time many college students will head to the polls to cast a ballot. University Center West has been a hub for political organizations on campus...

Voter registration information

Voter registration information

September 25, 2017

September 26 is National Voter Registration Day. Indiana: Check contact information for your county. Check status: http://ow.ly/jWCp30fqle7 Voters must live in the precinct for at least 30...

Incoming SGA President Ashley Wright listens as speakers wrap up the Walk a Mile In Her Shoes event Tuesday at the University Center Amphitheatre. Wright will be inaugurated April 14.

Wright named SGA President

Nick Leighty April 13, 2016

Growing up, Ashley Wright thought about becoming a lawyer. Now, she plans on becoming a lobbyist. This change in career goals led her to her new position as Student Government Association president. The...

A voice for students: Three vie for SGA presidency

A voice for students: Three vie for SGA presidency

Rachel Christian March 3, 2015

For the first time in four years, more than one candidate is fighting for the Student Government Association's presidential seat. The Shield sat down with both candidates to see what their plans are...

SGA elections still leave seats empty

Jessie Hellmann April 3, 2013

Student Government Association (SGA) elections, which wrapped up early Saturday morning, left 93 percent of positions open and had votes from 7 percent of the entire student population. Nine USI students...

SGA elections kick off Monday

James Vaughn March 20, 2013

Students aren’t seeing much competition in the Student Government Association (SGA) elections which start Monday. SGA’s current Executive Vice-President Brian Anslinger is going head-to-head with...

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