{"id":101366,"date":"2020-11-02T09:22:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-02T15:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/news.olemiss.edu\/?p=101366"},"modified":"2020-11-02T09:46:22","modified_gmt":"2020-11-02T15:46:22","slug":"election-day-quick-guide-for-faculty-and-staff","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/web20.olemiss.edu\/news\/wordpress\/election-day-quick-guide-for-faculty-and-staff\/","title":{"rendered":"Election Day Quick Guide for Faculty and Staff"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/web20.olemiss.edu\/news\/wordpress\/election-day-quick-guide-for-faculty-and-staff\/go-vote\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-101369\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-101369 size-medium\" src=\"http:\/\/web20.olemiss.edu\/news\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Go-Vote-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web20.olemiss.edu\/news\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Go-Vote-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/web20.olemiss.edu\/news\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Go-Vote.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a>OXFORD, Miss. \u2013 Whether this is your first time voting or you\u2019ve been to the polls many times before, you may have questions or challenges in regard to voting in this year&#8217;s election. Here are a number of resources and logistical items to help as you cast your ballots on Tuesday (Nov. 3).<\/p>\n<p>If you need additional help, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/vote.olemiss.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/vote.olemiss.edu\/<\/a> or contact the Office of Community Engagement at <a href=\"mailto:engaged@olemiss.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">engaged@olemiss.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When and where do I vote? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In-person polling places in Mississippi are open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday. As long as you\u2019re in line by 7 p.m., you can vote. Check on your registration and find your polling place at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nass.org\/can-I-vote\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Can I Vote?<\/a><\/p>\n<p>If voting absentee, your ballot must be postmarked no later than Tuesday and it must be notarized. You can find a notary at the <a href=\"https:\/\/lafayettems.com\/circuit-clerk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lafayette Co. Circuit Clerk\u2019s Office<\/a> or by emailing <a href=\"mailto:engaged@olemiss.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">engaged@olemiss.edu<\/a> to make an appointment. More info about absentee voting is <a href=\"https:\/\/dce.olemiss.edu\/um-votes-absentee-ballots\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s on the ballet? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Research your ballot at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballotready.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BallotReady.org<\/a>. Memorize your choices or write them on a piece of paper to bring with you. Keep in mind that you won\u2019t be able to pull your phone out while you\u2019re voting.<\/p>\n<p>The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/dce.olemiss.edu\/tag\/UM-votes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UM Votes Blog<\/a> has broken down the Yes\/No measures on the Mississippi ballot so you aren\u2019t guessing in the voting booth. Here\u2019s a <a href=\"https:\/\/lafco.confit.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/2020-Sample-Ballot.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sample ballot for Lafayette County<\/a> and here\u2019s some more info about this election\u2019s statewide measures:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dce.olemiss.edu\/statewide-ballot-initiatives-state-flag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The State Flag<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dce.olemiss.edu\/initiative-65\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Medical Marijuana<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dce.olemiss.edu\/statewide-ballot-initiative-resolution-no-47\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Resolution 47<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What do I need to bring?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A photo ID (the <a href=\"https:\/\/msvoterid.ms.gov\/Pages\/VoterIDAcceptID.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">list of accepted forms of ID<\/a> includes your Ole Miss ID) and a mask. It\u2019s probably a good idea to bring water, snacks, comfy clothes, fully charged phone (for passing the time while in line) and patience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How do I get there?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you need a ride to the polls, the university is running <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/16GPERzVf-qw8C54RBHcmoUsKGjLSvaBxv6Cn4Rw3Mw8\/edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free shuttles<\/a> to and from campus and your polling place every half hour from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. You can RSVP for a shuttle and find more info <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/16GPERzVf-qw8C54RBHcmoUsKGjLSvaBxv6Cn4Rw3Mw8\/edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>. Polls close at 7 p.m., so you\u2019ll need to be in line by 7 p.m. to vote. The shuttles will return to campus until 8 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are some best practices and recommendations while voting?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep your mask on, maintain social distance from others, be respectful of voters and poll workers, and recognize that you may be in line awhile.<\/li>\n<li>Sanitize just before and after casting your vote.<\/li>\n<li>Lafayette County has paper ballots for this election, so make sure to fill in the oval completely next to your choice with the pen provided. Check marks or line marks aren\u2019t recommended.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What about after I vote?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>With record levels of early voting across the country, emotions are running high about this election. If you feel distressed,&nbsp;seek support. Several university offices can help:\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/counseling.olemiss.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">University Counseling Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/psc.olemiss.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Psychological Services Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cope.olemiss.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Clinic for Outreach and Personal Enrichment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dce.olemiss.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Division for Diversity and Community Engagement<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/inclusion.olemiss.edu\/covid-19-cicce-event-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Center for Inclusion and Cross Cultural Engagement<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Express yourself in ways that promote civility and encourage education and understanding. Keep your social media posts to information that\u2019s verified and civil.<\/li>\n<li>Ole Miss is taking measures to ensure that campus is safe. If you encounter actions or behaviors that convey bias or prejudice, you can report those to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dce.olemiss.edu\/bert\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bias Education and Response Team.<\/a> Additionally, you can report concerns about the health and safety of anyone in our community to the University Police Department at 662-915-7234.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Are there any events on campus about voting and Election Day?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfU1JOU2MhPD2rxCp8Y7ifQk4l_uOWIZr-CxWNqYAUg7Hk59Q\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stronger Together Dialogue Series: Whose Freedom? Whose Speech?<\/a>, Monday (Nov. 2), 3:30 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>The Stronger Together Series and PEN America discuss what defines protected and unprotected speech, as well as how to use and navigate free-speech, especially after the presidential election. <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfU1JOU2MhPD2rxCp8Y7ifQk4l_uOWIZr-CxWNqYAUg7Hk59Q\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Register online<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdOhkwYMpqorPeX8JoXWxBqfC-jxpk20otFEpJl3qYPLbNpMA\/viewform?entry.2005620554=hnhn&amp;entry.1045781291=tanya@olemiss.edu&amp;entry.1065046570=Staff&amp;entry.1811626732=Monday,+November+9,+2020+%7C+12:00+-+1:00+p.m.+-+FACULTY\/STAFF+SESSION+ONLY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BERT Education and Bias Busters Training<\/a>, Nov. 10, 12:30 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement presents information about the revised bias response team and offers interactive strategies for disrupting bias. <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdOhkwYMpqorPeX8JoXWxBqfC-jxpk20otFEpJl3qYPLbNpMA\/viewform?entry.2005620554=hnhn&amp;entry.1045781291=tanya@olemiss.edu&amp;entry.1065046570=Staff&amp;entry.1811626732=Monday,+November+9,+2020+%7C+12:00+-+1:00+p.m.+-+FACULTY\/STAFF+SESSION+ONLY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Register online<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>OXFORD, Miss. \u2013 Whether this is your first time voting or you\u2019ve been to the polls many times before, you may have questions or challenges in regard to voting in this year&#8217;s election. 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