ATENEO COMELEC
Ateneo Commission on Elections
Ateneo Commission on Elections
The Ateneo Commission on Elections is the official electoral body of the Sanggunian ng mga Mag-aaral ng Ateneo de Manila, in charge with the administration and facilitation of Sanggunian elections, special elections, plebiscites, and/or referenda.
We believe in the promotion of transparency, accountability, and democracy, allowing the student body to maximize their potential in leadership.
Ateneo COMELEC ensures fair, honest, and free elections through integrity, teamwork for efficiency, and communication for effective project planning.
Sept 14, 2026 - Start of the Election Period
Sept 14, 2026 – Sept 19, 2026 - Filing of Candidacy
Sept 15, 2026 (5:00 PM) - Onsite Pre-Candidate Forum
Sept 23, 2026 - Announcement of Official Candidates
Sept 23, 2026 – Sept 30, 2026 - Paraphernalia Processing
Sept 23, 2026 - Online Candidates General Assembly
Oct 1, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026 - Campaign Period
Oct 13, 2026 - Election Silence
Oct 14, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026 - 2026 Freshmen & 2nd Special Elections Voting Period
Oct 19, 2026 – Oct 20, 2026 - Canvassing of Votes
Oct 20, 2026 - Release of Initial Results
Oct 21, 2026 – Oct 22, 2026 - Protest Period
Oct 22, 2026 - Final Results
Oct 23, 2026 - Proclamation of Winners
Oct 23, 2026 - End of Election Period
2026 FRESHMEN & 2ND SPECIAL ELECTIONS
A future just about to bloom 🌷
As we welcome the 2026 batch of Freshmen and a renewed opportunity to elect Sanggunian student leaders, 🗳️ we are called to cultivate a community where leadership, service, and participation take root and flourish 🌄
This year’s Freshmen and Second Special Elections shall demonstrate that building the foundation of student democracy takes time, requires utmost care, and most importantly, grows through a collective voice. 🗣️
The Ateneo Commission on Elections invites the undergraduate student body to be a part of this bright and colorful 🌈 electoral process from September 14 until October 23.
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