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Spring 2025 Campus Elections: Ballot Information and Voting Details
The Spring 2025 Campus Elections begin Monday, May 5. Make your voice heard by voting on student leadership candidates and fee measures that shape the future of UC Santa Cruz.
The Spring 2025 Campus Elections will commence on Monday, May 5, providing an important opportunity for students to help shape the future of UC Santa Cruz. This year’s ballot includes campus-wide student leadership candidates and student fee measures—all critical to advancing student priorities and strengthening campus life.
Voting Information
Campus Elections will be conducted entirely online at elections.ucsc.edu. Students can cast their votes beginning at 12 midnight on Monday, May 5, 2025 through 11:59 p.m. on Friday, May 16, 2025. Eligible students can log in using their Gold ID and Gold Password to access the ballot. A QR code will also be available to allow easy access from mobile devices.
Accommodations
Students needing accommodations to participate in the election process should contact the Dean of Students Office at deanofstudents@ucsc.edu no later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Eligibility
Voting is open to all currently registered undergraduate and graduate students for Spring 2025 (based on third-week enrollment records). Students who need assistance with their Gold credentials should contact the Office of the Registrar at 831-459-4412.
The Importance of Engagement
Student participation in campus elections is vital to ensuring a vibrant, representative, and inclusive campus community. By voting, students not only select future leaders but also help shape key decisions affecting student life and success at UC Santa Cruz. Faculty and staff are encouraged to help uplift this important process by reminding and supporting students during the election period.
For full ballot information and updates, visit elections.ucsc.edu.
Let’s continue to champion student voice and leadership at UC Santa Cruz!