The 2020 election is the most important election in recent history for people concerned about the access, affordability, and equity of higher education in America. As you know, we are in the middle of a perfect storm, with State budget deficits, declining enrollment, exposure of racial inequities, and a worldwide pandemic. The participation of faculty, staff, and students in the 2020 election will be vital to the success of our campus communities for years to come.
How Will You Vote?
Fortunately, voters in Minnesota have many options to vote. Early in-person voting and no-excuse absentee voting provide voters an opportunity to cast a ballot while lowering or eliminating risk to their health.
Vote by Mail
Minnesota voters can easily vote from home by following a few simple steps:
Complete the 2020 Minnesota Absentee Ballot Application online or return the absentee ballot application to your county election office by mail, fax, or email.
To ensure your ballot is counted, it is recommended that you apply for your absentee ballot as soon as possible.
Once the application is submitted, election officials will send a ballot starting on Friday, September 18.
When you receive your ballot, be careful to follow the directions for filling it out and placing it in the envelopes provided. You may return your completed ballot either by mail or in person at locations designated by your county election office. The ballot needs to be postmarked any time up to and including November 3, Election Day.
You can track the status of your ballot and confirm it was received and counted at .
Vote In Person
Early In-Person Voting
Starting on September 18th, through November 2nd, you can vote early in person. All voters have at least one location (your county election office) where they can vote early in person. Depending on where you live, there may be additional locations, which you can find by checking with your county election office. In addition to your county election office, some cities and towns offer in-person absentee voting. Check with your city clerk's office for more information.
In-Person Voting on Election Day
Click here to find out where your polling place will be on Tuesday, November 3. Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m.
If you have any questions about where or how to vote, please contact us at advocacy@ifo.org. For more detailed voting information please visit www.mnvotes.org. If you vote in person and feel intimidated or interfered with, please call 866-OUR-VOTE to report your concerns.