CWU College Civics Week

To help the CWU and local communities become active citizens and educated voters, College Civics Week is back for another year at CWU with events Monday, May 4 through Thursday, May 7. All events are free and open to the public. With forums, debates and speeches by Representatives Melanie Stambaugh and Hans Zeiger, getting involved in the week’s events is a must for everyone. The theme this year is bi-partisanship; so don’t be afraid to mingle with those from different backgrounds who hold differing viewpoints.
 
In addition to a week’s worth of events, a showcase for programs and events will be displayed Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) 137 A and B.
 
College Civics Week/ASCWU Student Government Schedule of Events
 
Monday, May 4
Community Organization Fair
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
SURC 137 A and B
Roam, interact and ask questions with booths.
Organizations include: League of Women Voters, Habitat for Humanity, Yakima Humane Society, Adult Activity Center, Youth Services and the Wellness Center.
 
ASCWU-Student Government Election Debate
6 – 8 p.m.
SURC Pit
The Associated Students of Central Washington University (ASCWU) Student Government 2015-2016 candidates will be debating before the General Elections open that night.
 
ASCWU-Student Government General Elections Online Voting Opens
8 p.m.
www.cwu.edu/ascwu/
 
Tuesday, May 5
Speaker: Representative Melanie Stambaugh from 25^th Legislative District
Noon – 1 p.m.
SURC Pit
Listen to a speech by this Washington State Representative. A question period will follow the speech at 12:45 p.m.
 
Photo booth, snacks and mingle
1 – 2 p.m.
SURC 137 A&B
Enjoy snacks, take photos and mingle with other students and Melanie Stambaugh following her speech. Have questions ready for the representative for an engaging experience.
 
Wednesday, May 6
Speaker: Representative Hans Zeiger from 25^th Legislative District
Noon – 1 p.m.
SURC Pit
Listen to a speech by this Washington State Representative. A question period will follow the speech at 12:45 p.m.
 
Photo booth, snacks and mingle
1 – 2 p.m.
SURC 137 A&B
Enjoy snacks, take photos and mingle with other students Hans Zeiger following his speech. Have questions ready for the representative for an engaging experience.
 
Thursday, May 7
ASCWU-Student Government General Election Polling Sites Open
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
East and West SURC entrances
Preliminary results will be posted by 11:59 p.m.
 
Don’t miss this week full of opportunities to become more engaged and aware of the importance of civic duties not only around campus, but the world at large.
 
For more information please contact the CLCE at 509-963-1850 or clce@cwu.edu.