Civic Engagement

Civic Engagement

At SAIC, we support and encourage the expression of one’s beliefs. While students are free to express opinions individually or as part of an organized group, opinions should be expressed in a manner that is peaceful and respects the rights of others without endangering the safety of the community or disrupting the operation of its campus or programming. Please note, the Art Institute of Chicago museum and surrounding property is governed under the sole jurisdiction of the museum and not SAIC. Community members engaged in demonstrations on museum property are subject to museum policies. The museum’s visitor policy can be found here.

Voter Registration

If you are eligible, you are encouraged to participate in the country’s political process by registering to vote. You are encouraged to vote with an absentee ballot from your home state, or to register to vote in Illinois. In compliance with federal statutes, SAIC makes Illinois and absentee voter registration information and forms available through TurboVote and distributes this information to students annually via email prior to Election Day.

More Resources

• Illinois State Board of Elections
• Vote.org
• Rock the Vote

Election Resources

• Ballot Ready: A nonpartisan guide to the history and positions of the candidates on the ballot.
• Chicago Elections: A government-sponsored service that allows you to enter your address and view a sample ballot, registration information, and key dates in the upcoming election.

Constitution Day

Each year, the Office of Student Affairs implements Constitution Day initiatives to celebrate Constitution Day, an observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution. These initiatives include campus wide emails, book displays, and tabling to hand out pocket size constitutions. Want to learn more about the Constitution? The Constitute Project examines the origins of the Constitution and highlights the conflicts related to the political beginnings of the United States of America. This information on Constitution Day is brought to you by Campus Life at SAIC. The Campus Life office is located in the Sullivan Center, 36 South Wabash Avenue, suite 1203 and can be reached at 312.629.6880.