And if you don’t, can you please start? My family has been calling the school Slip U ever since my brother got a mailer from there. He’s not gonna be going there but still, it’s interesting to see the ads. Anyway, main takeaway is that you should start abbreviating Slippery Rock University to Slip U.

Here's how to register to vote in Pennsylvania. These instructions work nationally so they can be shared with out of state friends or family and use non-partisan information.

Please share the info with anyone who might want to register, but hasn't had the chance, time, or info to do so yet.

Basically: Find your state here and use your state's online voter registration tool to register. If your state is one of ten that does not currently allow online registration, this website will tell you and will tell you how to complete your registration - it's usually printing/filling out a form and mailing it in.

OR, you can register to vote in person.

FAQ:

Q: Am I already registered to vote? Am I eligible to vote? Do I need an ID to vote? When is my next election?

Answers here.

Q: If I'm 17, can I register to vote today?

Yes, in a number of states! If you proceed through to your state's online voting portal, which can be found here, it'll tell you whether you're good to go.

Q: I'll be moving to college soon. Where should I register to vote?

Either place - your choice. If you register to vote at school, you'll need to register or re-register with the state your school's in. If you decide to keep your home address as your voting address, you can head home to vote or vote by absentee ballot (info below on how to request & return one).

Q: What if I need to change my voter registration?

Find your state here and follow the instructions. If you have any further questions call your local office.

Q: Can I register to vote on election day?

If your state is purple on this map, yes. So, your friend who forgot to register can still come with you and get it done.

Q: What if my state doesn't have same-day registration?

Then your state likely has a registration deadline of about 30 days. That means it has to be in their hands by 30 days before election day.

If you're not registering online, I'd walk it to their drop box (most states have them, usually all-hours & outside, call your local office to find out where theirs is) or walk it inside & hand it to them, or mail it if you're doing it very early so you can be sure it arrived.

But don't depend on the mail within ...6 weeks before an election. It's just too dicey.

Q: Do I need to keep that voter registration card they'll mail me?

It's useful for your reference & knowing your polling place, but it is not required for voting.

Q: Can I use a pen with pink/green/orange etc. ink on these forms/on my ballot?

It's the kind of thing you don't think of, until you do. They only allow the most conservative of colors and inks, so keep it simple: blue or black ball point pen.

If you're entering most of the info on the computer and then printing it out, your printer's default black ink is also fine.

Q: Can I get an absentee ballot?

Make sure you're registered to vote first. Then, this page will tell you your state's requirements, and how to request an absentee ballot.

If you vote absentee, unless you're mailing it in very early (over six weeks before the election), drop it off at their drop box (most states have them, usually all-hours & outside, call your local office to find out where theirs is) or walk it inside & hand it to them so you can be sure it arrived.

You can do that any day before the election.

Q: If I have a felony on my record, can I vote?

Check here! Often, yes.

Q: I'm forgetful. Is there a way I can be sent reminders?

Yes! Here.

Q: But, do the midterms matter in my state? My state's firmly Dem/Rep.

They sure do. While your state may not be competitive in a presidential election, your district may be competitive for the House of Representatives and your Senator may be. Plus, governor, state reps, etc.

There are purple spots in blue and red states - you may be in one, and your vote could swing a number of outcomes.

Q: Where's competitive this year?

There are particularly competitive races in more than half the states - either Governor, House, or Senate.

The list: New Hampshire, Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Texas, Virginia, Washington, California, Colorado, North Carolina, New Mexico, New Jersey, Maryland, Indiana, and Rhode Island.

If you live in any of these states, there's a lot of competition for your vote this year and it's a great chance to get your voice heard.

Q: If my state isn't on the list, there's no point in voting, right?

Incorrect! Local races are hugely important. Some examples: county prosecutors can, for instance, choose whether to prosecute non-violent drug crimes or sex work that is occurring without trafficking.

They also recommend sentencing. Some are very strict, while some others choose to make those issues their lowest policy priority.

State legislatures and governors decide, for instance, what happens with guns, lgbtq+ rights, and school funding in your state.

State Attorneys General can defend state abortion laws or choose not to.

Secretaries of State can help people register to vote or make it harder for them, within the already existing laws.

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tl;dr - register to vote. for a lot of reasons. if you read the news, or reddit, i'm sure you can easily come up with some.

if you have questions about registering in your particular state, comment and i'll do my best to help. i did election stuff as a job for a few years, and i know how complicated finding the information you need can be. that's why i'm making these guides now.

I've posted about this a million times in a different other places but hopefully this gets some traction. The e-sports club on campus hosts a Smash Ultimate tournament every Friday starting at 6:00 with bracket starting at 7:00, also entry is free so that's cool

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Pre-registration is also available at the following link for the week of posting

https://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/JH837lGx74

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Also join our Discord for semi-frequent updates

https://discord.gg/5QVMbuGEzC

hey all!! i would like to know the honest general feel/atmosphere of the campus and any important details that come with! cant visit just yet so i’m just trying to come in mentally prepared for when i do :)

Hello! I would like to join any physiotherapy group around here. Any recommendations? TIA

I'm new to the area and just want to meet new people

Hi! We are a pair of computer science graduate students at Clemson University who are studying perceptions of teamwork in online undergraduate classroom breakout rooms.

We ran a pilot study earlier this year with our own student body and would like to expand it now to other 4-year, 2-year, and online colleges/universities.

To participate in this survey you must be one of the following:

• 18+ undergraduate student who was enrolled or currently enrolled in an a class offered via Zoom, Teams, or other video conferencing software
• 18+ professor
• 18+ graduate student teaching assistant or teacher of record

Survey Link: https://clemson.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_29z4pkHfVfYtyUS

If there are any questions, please reach out via DMs.

Hi everyone,

I am a 27yo transfer student and am hoping to get some recommendations on where to live this fall. Tomorrow I am going to tour the following complexes:

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The Heights

The Grove

Pine Glenn/Slippery Rock apartments

South rock/Stone crest (virtually)

Cooper st. apartments

Ivy

Campus edge

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As I am a bit older I would like to live by myself but I am open to roommates, a friend also mentioned there are houses for rent which I'd be willing to do with other people as well.

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Thanks!

I've been hearing that a majority of parties off campus are private kickbacks, along with a few exceptions here and there.

However, if the pandemic ends, it'll be interesting to see what happens to our party scene...

What's the going rate for a room rental?

Hey! Anyone have the zoom link for the hypnotist show on 8/13?

Hello,

I'm currently finishing up my sophomore year and I will be completing an internship in the area. Does anyone know of any apartments/rooms that I would rent from May to early August?

Thanks,

Eric

Hey all! I’m an incoming freshman and marching band member for the fall semester (provided Covid-19 doesn’t get in the way). I have a couple questions about the area.

I’ve visited the campus a couple times including for the high school band day back in November (clarinet). As a freshman, is there anything I should immediately know about on campus or anything that you all might know that would make my life easier?

My plan as of now is to major in mechanical engineering, no minor. I intend to participate in marching and concert band as well.

As a side note I’m also very active in Boy Scouting and Venturing. Is there an active Venturing crew in the slippery rock area?

Hi all, I'm a first year (well, first semester lol) student, and I just finished my first semester here at SRU. Does anything go on at all locally over break? I live in the area and don't really have anything going on until classes start again, and I'd like to do more than just sit at home and pray that next semester goes well.

Any Poker players that go to SRU? If so text me 412-852-2449

Alright folks, here's the pitch.

I played competitive Dragonball FighterZ for a few months last year, and once I came to SRU I decided to get back into it, and a lightbulb turned on. My plan is to have small, 5-6 person Round-Robin tournaments for the game once or twice a month. Why the small scale, you may ask? I only have one setup lol

But yeah reply to this or message me if you'd be down lol

Does anyone know how the online classes work? Is it video lecture based or something else. I work full time and I'm taking classes through slippery rock for my masters degree.

Is anyone in any clubs? If so, what clubs are you in, what do you like about them, and what drew you to them?

I know this subreddit is pretty dead, but can't hurt to try. I've been itching to play some poker and don't really know anyone around here. Looking for a hold 'em game ideally.

I hang out in the all-gender bathroom on the third level of the Student Center in between classes. Privacy is key