Just a few weeks after hosting ESPN’s GameDay on campus, Vanderbilt University students are preparing for a different match-up on Tuesday, Nov. 4, and have dubbed their Election Day activities “Election GameDay.” On Election Day, student groups are sponsoring shuttles that will run from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to take students to the polls. At 5:30 p.m., “Election GameDay” opens at The Commons Center and will feature live music, a special All-American meal in the dining hall featuring Mom’s meatloaf, chili and apple pie a la mode, a number of ongoing activities for students and watching election returns on the big screen.
WHAT:Shuttle to the polls
Vanderbilt student groups sponsor shuttles to take students to the polls.
Election GameDay
Evening event for Vanderbilt students will include:
- Live music
- Special menu featuring All-American favorites such as Mom’s meatloaf, chili and apple pie a la mode
- Big screen TVs in three locations
- An Election bracket and swing-state raffle
- Concession stands open late-night for students to enjoy hot dogs,candiedand caramel apples and popcorn
- A digital photo booth where students can take a photo with their favorite political mascot
- Temporary tattoos and campaign stickers provided to everyone
- Voting rights, candidate issues and pledge to vote exhibits created by student groups
One shuttle will depart from Branscomb Quad and one will depart from The Commons Center.
Election GameDay
The Commons Center
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 4
Shuttle to the polls
7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Election GameDay
Begins at 5:30 p.m.
Media Contact: Princine Lewis, (615) 322-NEWS
princine.lewis@vanderbilt.edu