9/17 12:30-1:30 Constitution Day: Historical & Modern Day Struggles for Access to Vote

The right to vote is a fundamental principle of our democracy. When more Americans can participate in our elections, the outcome better reflects who we are as a country. This discussion with TR History & Government faculty will explore voter access in the US both currently, and throughout history.

9/22 11:00-12:00 Voter Registration Day -Virtual through TR. Mobilize. Organize. Vote.

Empower. MOVE is a nonpartisan, nonprofit, grassroots organization building power in underrepresented youth communities through civic education, leadership development, and issue advocacy. Take part in a conversation with MOVE representatives: Why, How, Where, & When of voting in the 2020 election

9/29 8-9:30pm First Presidential Debate -TR

The debate will be broadcast on most major news stations and digital live streams.

10/5 5:30-6:30 PM Electoral College 101 -TR

What is the Electoral College? How does it work? And why do we use it? Associate Professor of Government, Mr. Rik Sehgal, will address these questions and more as he leads this discussion on the origins of the electoral college. 10/5-10/9 VOTER EDUCATION WEEK

10/22 12:30-1:30 PM Mock Presidential Debate TR

Featuring your Trinity River Campus faculty members as Donald J. Trump and Joe Biden! This debate will give the TCC community an opportunity to hear from the candidates currently running for the office of President of the United States.