Civic Engagement and Voter Empowerment
At Gavilan College, we value nurturing democratic citizenship in our students. Community College student voices impact our national, state and local elections. We provide nonpartisan voter engagement information and events to help students get more involved in our democracy.
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Track Your Ballot
Get Personalized Ballot & Candidate Information
Where Can I Vote?
Work at a Vote Center/Polling Place
How to Vote
County elections officials mail ballots to all active registered voters about a month before the election. You choose whether to vote in person at your voting location or return the ballot you received either by mail or by dropping it off.
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By Mail: If you wish to use the mailed ballot instead of voting in person, fill it out and mail it back early so that it is postmarked no later than Election Day. You do not need a stamp to mail back your ballot in the return envelope provided.
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Dropoff: You may drop off your ballot at any voting location in your county. Your county will also open secure ballot drop-off locations starting about a month before Election Day.
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In Person: For voting in person on Election Day, the polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm.
Source: California Secretary of State
Awards
Calendar
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 |
Ballot drop-off locations open for the Statewide Special Election |
October 20, 2025 |
The last day to register to vote for the November 4, 2025, Statewide Special Election. |
Saturday, October 25, 2025 |
Vote centers open for early in-person voting in all Voter’s Choice Act counties for the Statewide Special Election. |
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 |
Vote Early DayVoter Engagement Table 10:30 AM–12:30 PM Gilroy: Student Center |
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 |
2025 Statewide Special Election (November 4, 2025) |
Friday, November 7, 2025
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Campus Voter & Civic Engagement Planning SessionWe’re excited to invite all students and employees to our Campus Voter & Civic Engagement Planning Session at Gavilan College! This is a great opportunity to collaborate and share ideas on how we can strengthen civic engagement on campus. 📅 Date: Friday, November 7 What to Expect:
After the session, ideas generated will be compiled into a draft plan to guide our campus civic engagement efforts. Everyone is welcome—students, faculty, and staff alike! Your input matters, and we hope to see as many of you there as possible. Please feel free to invite others who might be interested in joining the conversation. |
