Everything you need for the ASU Fall By-Election is right here!
Ready to run? Download, complete, and submit your Nomination Form before Wednesday, October 7!
Print it, gather 25 signatures from Acadia students supporting your nomination, and submit it by Wednesday, October 7!
Stay on top of the election! Check the timeline for all key dates and deadlines, including nominations, campaigning, and voting.
ASU Fall By-Election 2026
🗳️📣 IT'S OFFICIAL, ACADIA — NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
The ASU Fall By-Election 2026 has officially begun, and we're looking for students ready to step up, get involved and represent the Acadia community!
Thinking about running? Know a classmate or friend who would be great at it? Now is the time to put a name forward! 🙋♀️🙋♂️
📅 NOMINATIONS: SEPTEMBER 26 – OCTOBER 7
📋 HOW TO GET ON THE BALLOT
Getting started is easier than you think! Here's what you need to do:
📋 HOW DO NOMINATIONS WORK?
📅 Nominations open Saturday, September 26 and close Wednesday, October 7.
Once nominations open, the Nomination Form and Signature Collection Sheet will be available through the ASU website, @acadiastudents and our Linktree.
Getting started is simple:
📥 Download the nomination documents
🖨️ Print your Signature Collection Sheet
✍️ Collect 25 Acadia student signatures
📄 Complete your Nomination Form
📤 Scan and submit your completed documents before nominations close
That’s it — 25 signatures can help get your name on the ballot!
📣 POSITIONS AVAILABLE
🎓 Professional Studies Senator
🎓 Graduate Studies Senator
🗣️ Councillor-at-Large — 2 positions
🏘️ Community Relations Representative
🌱 Sustainability Representative
🍎 First-Year Representative
🔥 WHY DO NOMINATIONS MATTER?
Nominations are one of the most important parts of the election process. More students running means more ideas, more voices, more conversations and more choices on the ballot. You don’t need to wait for someone else to step forward. Think you’d be a good fit? Put your name forward! 🙋 Know a classmate, friend or fellow student who would be great in one of these roles? Encourage them to run! Sometimes all it takes is someone saying, “Hey, I think you’d be great at this.” Nominate yourself. Encourage a friend. Encourage a classmate. Get involved! 🙌
🗳️ THE ROAD TO ELECTION DAY
Here’s what happens from nominations to the final vote:
1️⃣ NOMINATIONS | SEPTEMBER 26 – OCTOBER 7
📅 Opens: Saturday, September 26
📅 Closes: Wednesday, October 7
This is where the election begins!
Students interested in running for one of the available positions must complete their nomination documents, collect 25 Acadia student signatures, and submit everything before the nomination deadline.
This is your opportunity to step forward, put your name on the ballot and become part of the conversation about student representation at Acadia.
2️⃣ ALL-CANDIDATES MEETING | OCTOBER 18
📅 Sunday, October 18
🕐 Time: TBD
Once nominations are complete, confirmed candidates will attend the All-Candidates Meeting.
This meeting helps candidates get ready for the next stage of the election. Candidates will receive important information about the election process, campaign rules, expectations, key dates and what they need to know before campaigning officially begins.
3️⃣ CAMPAIGN PERIOD | OCTOBER 19–25
📅 Monday, October 19 – Sunday, October 25
Now it’s time to meet your candidates! 👋
During the official campaign period, candidates can introduce themselves to the Acadia community, share their ideas, talk about why they’re running and explain what they hope to bring to the Student Representative Council (SRC).
For students, this is your opportunity to learn who is running, ask questions, compare ideas and get informed before voting begins. 📲 Follow @acadiastudents throughout the campaign for candidate information, election updates and more.
4️⃣ DEBATE / Q&A | OCTOBER 21
📅 Wednesday, October 21
The Debate / Q&A gives students another opportunity to hear directly from candidates.
Candidates will have the chance to speak about their ideas, priorities and perspectives, while students can learn more about the people asking to represent them.
🕐 Time and location will be announced.
5️⃣ VOTING | OCTOBER 26–29 🗳️
📅 Voting opens Monday, October 26
⏰ Voting closes Thursday, October 29 at 12 PM
Then it’s your turn, Acadia! 🗳️
Eligible students will receive voting information through their Acadia email.
Before casting your ballot, take some time to learn about the candidates, read their information and get familiar with the positions being elected.#StudentElections #GetInvolved #StudentLeadership
ASU Elections: Get Involved
Every year, The ASU holds a Winter General Election to elect student leaders who will shape campus life, advocate for students, and bring new ideas forward. In the fall, a By-Election helps fill any remaining positions—keeping things moving and ensuring every role is represented.
Elections aren’t just about voting—they’re about getting informed, starting conversations, and being part of something bigger. Talk with your peers, share perspectives, and help build momentum around the issues that matter to Acadia students.
Nominations are a key part of this process. The more candidates who step forward, the more ideas, energy, and perspectives enter the conversation. A strong pool of candidates leads to more engaging elections—and better outcomes for everyone.
Whether you’re thinking about running or just want to stay informed, this is your chance to be part of how student leadership takes shape at Acadia.
ASU DOCUMENTS
Review bylaws outlining structure and rules, explore policies that guide daily operations, and stay up to date with SRC agendas and minutes to follow council discussions and decisions.
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Winter General Election
Each winter, The ASU holds its General Election to elect student leaders who will represent Acadia students, lead initiatives, and shape the direction of student life on campus.
The process includes a few key steps:
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Nominations Open – Students are invited to put their names forward or nominate a peer. This step is especially important—having a strong pool of candidates for each role leads to more ideas, better conversations, and a more engaging election overall.
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Candidates Meeting – All candidates attend a mandatory session to review expectations, rules, and campaign guidelines.
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Campaign Period – Candidates share their platforms, connect with students, and build awareness around their ideas. This is your chance to learn, ask questions, and engage in conversations that matter.
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Voting Period – Students cast their votes and choose the leaders who will represent them.
This is more than just an election—it’s an opportunity to get informed, connect with your peers, and take part in shaping your campus experience. Whether you’re nominating, running, or voting, your participation makes a difference.
In the fall, The ASU runs a By-Election to fill any positions that remain vacant after the General Election, ensuring all student voices are represented.
The process follows the same core steps:
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Nominations Open – Another opportunity to step into a leadership role and bring new ideas forward.
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Candidates Meeting – Candidates receive key information about the process and expectations.
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Campaign Period – Share your vision, connect with students, and contribute to the conversation.
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Voting Period – Students vote to fill the remaining positions.
The By-Election keeps the momentum going. It’s a chance to get involved, stay engaged, and strengthen student representation throughout the year.