Vanderbilt University students gear up for “Election GameDay” Nov. 4

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

WHERE: Shuttle to the polls
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

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