Early Voting Open At Charlotte Until Nov 2
Early Voting
UNC Charlotte’s Cone University Center, Room 112, is now open for the early voting period if you are registered to vote in Mecklenburg County! You can vote early from now until Saturday, Nov. 2. You will need an approved photo ID to vote. UNC Charlotte physical 49er ID cards are an approved photo ID; 49er mobile IDs are not. See all early voting sites in North Carolina.
Same-Day Registration Information
If you live in Mecklenburg County but are not yet registered to vote, you may register during the in-person early voting period. After registering, you can immediately vote at that same site. This process is called “same-day registration.”
Individuals may register and vote in person at any early voting site in their county. Here is a list of early voting locations in Mecklenburg County. To do this at the Cone University Center, you must prove that you live in Mecklenburg County. If you live on campus, you can use your housing.charlotte.edu account as your proof of address. If you live off campus, you must use any of the following documents that includes your current address:
- North Carolina driver’s license
- Other photo identification issued by a government agency, provided that the card includes the voter’s current name and address
- A copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or other government document showing the voter’s name and address
Key Dates for the Upcoming Election
- Oct. 17 – Nov. 2: Early voting
- Oct. 29: Deadline to request an absentee ballot
- Nov. 5: Election Day
To check your registration status or view your sample ballot, use the NC Voter Lookup Tool. Please research all of the candidates and ballot measures before you get to the polls. This will allow you to cast an informed vote and save time in the process.
Join Us for Upcoming Events
Democracy Days
Thursday, Oct. 24, and Thursday, Oct. 31
Stop by Cone University Center, Room 240B, for an exciting and informative experience examining the early voting process! Whether you’re a first-time voter or just looking to brush up on the details, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved. Enjoy sweet treats while you learn how to exercise your right to vote. The 49er Democracy Experience team will attend to answer questions and provide all the information needed to make your voting experience smooth and confident.
Niners Vote Spirit Week
Monday, Oct. 28, through Friday, Nov. 1
Participate in the Niners Vote Spirit Week, dedicated to bringing the Niner energy to early voting. Let’s rally together to learn about the voting process, show our Niner pride and make our voices heard. Enjoy fun activities, engage with fellow students and get all the information you need to cast your vote confidently.
Donut Forget to Vote
Tuesday, Oct. 29, beginning at 9 a.m.
Cone University Center
Stop by the event, sponsored by the 49er Democracy Experience, to ask your questions about the early voting process. We will be greeting all students with delicious donuts while supplies last!
Election 2024: What Just Happened? with Professor Eric Heberlig
Wednesday, Nov. 6, noon
Zoom
Join this insightful post-election conversation featuring Eric Heberlig, professor of political science and public administration, as he unpacks election results and their implications. This conversation will delve into key trends, voter demographics, election-day surprises and the impact of major issues that shaped the election. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the electoral landscape and what it means for the future.
Get Involved with the 49er Democracy Experience
The 49er Democracy Experience involves students in local, state and national elections through voter registration, voter education and voter mobilization. It is made up of a committee of stakeholders from across campus whose members develop the University’s strategic approach to campus-wide student voting initiatives.
If you are interested in joining the 49er Democracy Experience’s voter engagement efforts, please fill out this form to help register students to vote or staff an information table at 49er Democracy Experience events on campus. If you would like to request a voter engagement presentation for your classroom or student organization, complete this form.
Voter Engagement Resources
- The Election 2024 Guide compiled by Atkins Guide
- Classroom Slides Fall 2024
- 49er Democracy Experience Link Tree
For more information about the 49er Democracy Experience or to get involved, contact Tamara Johnson and follow us on Instagram at 49ers_vote.