LUTES VOTE: Make Your Voice Heard
At PLU, our commitment to care guides everything we do—how we learn together, support one another through challenges, and ensure higher education remains accessible and just. Living into that care means stepping up to preserve access to a PLU education.
This November, critical state elections will directly impact key higher education issues, including state financial aid and student funding.
Voting is one of the most direct ways to advocate for policies that affect our campus community.
Why Your Vote Matters for Higher Education Policy
When you vote, you help select the lawmakers who directly decide state budget priorities and higher education policy. Preserving state financial aid programs requires active civic engagement and collective advocacy.
Get Ready for November 3, 2026
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Make sure you are registered and prepared to vote before deadlines arrive.
If you are registered to vote in Washington:
- Check your registration status and update your address through the VoteWA Portal.
- Every single state House seat and 24 state Senate seats are on the ballot this year. Those elected will make crucial decisions regarding state financial aid.
If you are registered or planning to vote in another state:
- Every state sets its own rules and deadlines for voter registration and mail-in ballots.
- Look up your home state’s voter registration guidelines early so you don’t miss key deadlines before Election Day. We recommend checking out Rock the Vote to learn more about your state’s voting laws.
Questions or Need Help Registering?
Navigating voter registration rules can seem complicated, but you don’t have to do it alone. We are here to support you through every step of the process to ensure your voice is heard this November.
Have questions about how or where to register? Email studenvoice@plu.edu! We’re here to help.