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Berry Institute of Politics at Salem State University We aim to inspire our community to take an active role in our democracy & pursue careers in politics.

πŸ—³οΈ HEY, VIKINGS! πŸ’™πŸ§‘Fuel up for Election Day! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Join Vikings Vote for a Ballot Breakdown to learn more about the voting ...
10/23/2026

πŸ—³οΈ HEY, VIKINGS! πŸ’™πŸ§‘

Fuel up for Election Day! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Join Vikings Vote for a Ballot Breakdown to learn more about the voting process and get ready to make your voice heard!

πŸ“… Tuesday, October 27, 2026
⏰ 1–3 PM
πŸ“ Forten 123

β˜• All students who attend will receive a FREE Starbucks drink!

Make a plan to vote and get election-ready with us! πŸ’™

πŸ“Œ Election Day: November 3, 2026

πŸ“… Have you made your voting plan yet?November 3 will be here before you know it!Check where and how you'll vote, review ...
10/15/2026

πŸ“… Have you made your voting plan yet?

November 3 will be here before you know it!

Check where and how you'll vote, review your ballot, and make sure you're prepared ahead of Election Day.

A little planning goes a long way! πŸ—³οΈ

πŸ“£ Join the Berry Institute of Politics for a student-centered forum and meet-and-greet with 6th Congressional District c...
10/15/2026

πŸ“£ Join the Berry Institute of Politics for a student-centered forum and meet-and-greet with 6th Congressional District candidate Micah Q. Jones! Connect directly with the candidate, learn about statewide ballot questions with Vikings Vote Ambassadors, and take part in an open student discussion from 2:00–2:45 PM. We hope to see you there!

πŸ—³οΈ Vikings, your vote matters!The 2026 Midterm Elections are coming up, and getting involved is as easy as 1, 2, 3!βœ… REG...
10/15/2026

πŸ—³οΈ Vikings, your vote matters!

The 2026 Midterm Elections are coming up, and getting involved is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

βœ… REGISTER: Make sure you're registered to vote.
πŸ“š LEARN: Get informed about the candidates and issues.
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ VOTE: Make your voice heard on November 3!

Whether you're voting for the first time or have voted before, Vikings Vote is here to help you navigate the process.

πŸ’™ Register. Learn. Vote.

Stop by tomorrow, Friday, October 9, from 1:00 - 5:00 PM to learn about Massachusetts Ballot Questions 4, 7, and 9. Enjo...
10/08/2026

Stop by tomorrow, Friday, October 9, from 1:00 - 5:00 PM to learn about Massachusetts Ballot Questions 4, 7, and 9. Enjoy some c***r, snacks, and dialogue with friends!

Come Learn!Massachusetts Ballot Question 7: Single Family Homes ForumThursday, October 8, from 12:15-1:30 PM in Forten 1...
10/07/2026

Come Learn!
Massachusetts Ballot Question 7: Single Family Homes Forum
Thursday, October 8, from 12:15-1:30 PM in Forten 123
Attend this educational forum and discussion to hear from Andrew Mikula, campaign chair for the and Dave Koffman, legislative director with the Massachusetts Municipal Association, representing the opposition. This event will be recorded and shared broadly. Attendees may join on Zoom at https://salemstate.zoom.us/j/83527782813?pwd=2q8gPL9ba35JApMAtLR66GNZpwL6RP.1.

πŸŽ‰ 200 STUDENTS REGISTERED!Viking Vote has officially helped 200 students register to vote! πŸ—³οΈThank you to everyone who h...
09/22/2026

πŸŽ‰ 200 STUDENTS REGISTERED!

Viking Vote has officially helped 200 students register to vote! πŸ—³οΈ

Thank you to everyone who has helped us reach this milestone. We’re excited to keep the momentum going toward our 430-student goal! ✨

Meet the Vikings Vote Team!Vikings Vote is a campus-wide initiative helping Salem State University students navigate the...
09/18/2026

Meet the Vikings Vote Team!

Vikings Vote is a campus-wide initiative helping Salem State University students navigate their voting process including registering to vote, learning what's on the ballot, and voting.

Get registered to vote for the Tuesday, November 3, 2026 Midterm Election!

Find the team around campus tabling or clipboarding, in your classes, at student club meetings, or swing by Meier Hall 316.

🎨✨ What happens when art, culture, and democracy meet?Join the Berry Institute of Politics for a fireside chat with Tani...
09/17/2026

🎨✨ What happens when art, culture, and democracy meet?

Join the Berry Institute of Politics for a fireside chat with Tanisha Sullivan, Spring 2026 Berry IOP Fellow, and ChΓ© Anderson, Chair of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, as they explore how arts and culture can strengthen civic engagement, create space for public dialogue, and amplify voices.

Come learn how creativity can be a tool for advocacy, connection, and change. πŸ—£οΈπŸŽ­

πŸ“… Tuesday, September 22nd
⏰ 9:25am - 10:40am
πŸ“ Forten 123

Bring your perspective, bring your questions, and join the conversation!

Yesterday, we celebrated Constitution Day with an incredible conversation featuring civil rights lawyer Sophia Hall! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ“š...
09/17/2026

Yesterday, we celebrated Constitution Day with an incredible conversation featuring civil rights lawyer Sophia Hall! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ“š

From thoughtful questions to meaningful conversations about the Constitution, civil rights, and civic engagement, we’re grateful to everyone who showed up and made the event such a great space for learning and discussion.

And today is officially Constitution Day! βš–οΈβœ¨ A day to reflect on the U.S. Constitution, the rights it protects, and the importance of staying engaged in our democracy.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and a special thank you to our partners, the Bates Center for Public and Global Affairs and the Politics, Policy, and International Relations Department, for helping make this event possible! 🫢

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