Your Election Should Do More Than Pick Winners
At first glance, Student Government elections can look like they're mainly about banners, yard signs, campaign shirts and slogans, social media posts, and inauguration celebrations.
But a strong election creates a stronger foundation for representation. Representation builds credibility. Credibility creates influence. And influence gives your Student Government the ability to take action for students.
Your Election →
Representation →
Credibility →
Influence →
Action
No more uncontested races or unfilled positions. Recruit talented students who are willing to serve and make a difference.
Recruit Candidates →
Before candidates make promises, teach them what power SG has, what the job requires, and what students need.
Brief Your Candidates →
Students tune out your emails, texts, and posts about the election. Here's how to get their attention, get them to care, and vote.
Promote Your Election →
Online or in person, students need to know when, where, and how to vote. Make it simple, convenient, and hard to miss.
Improve Voting Visibility →
ASGA research reveals trends and norms across SG elections. See where yours stands and how to make it stronger.
Explore Election Research →
Everything matters: rules, dates, voting methods, polling locations, and staffing. Get the details right and run a better election.
Improve Your Election →
Debates help students know candidates, hear what matters to them, and push candidates to get specific.
Plan Your SG Debate →
Make your oath of office ceremony a big deal. Show campus that your Student Government takes its authority and its job seriously.
Plan Your Inauguration →
Winning is just the start. Without a plan to train officers, set priorities, and work together, even a winning team can struggle.
Build Your Administration →
Give Your SG a Mandate to Lead
A strong election gives your Student Government more than elected officers.
It gives you the credibility to represent students, advocate for them, and get things done.