CSUN Act Now (CAN) Events
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CSUN Act Now & Farmer's Market Tabling - Every Tuesday from 11AM-12PM and 12PM-1PM
East University Drive and Clearly Walk East, just west of the University Student Union
Each Tuesday, at the Associated Students Farmer's Market (East University Drive and Clearly Walk East, just west of the University Student Union), CAN will be tabling to help students learn more about civic engagement and voting. If you're interested in joining us at the Associated Students Farmer's Market, and spreading awareness of your work & department, please check out the sign-up sheet at the link below!
2024 Pros & Cons of Ballot Measures Workshop - Tuesday, October 15th from 5:30PM
2024 Pros & Cons of Ballot Measures Workshop - Tuesday, October 15th from 5:30PM
Confused by the competing ads for and against measures on the November 5 ballot? Attend the League of Women Voters Webinar to hear an unbiased, nonpartisan explanation of the pros and cons of the issues. On October 9th from 2PM-3:15PM at the West Valley Regional Branch Library (19036 Vanowen St Reseda, CA 91335), Dr. Lorraine Lundquist will help us understand the issues on the ballot in a more in-depth way, and how these issues can impact us personally, in both positive and negative ways. For ADA accommodations, please call 213-228-7480 at least 72 hours prior to the event.
2024 Pros & Cons of Ballot Measures Workshop - Wednesday, October 9th from 2:00PM-3:15PM
2024 Pros & Cons of Ballot Measures Workshop Webinar - Wednesday, October 9th from 2:00PM-3:15PM
Confused by the competing ads for and against measures on the November 5 ballot? Attend the League of Women Voters Webinar to hear an unbiased, nonpartisan explanation of the pros and cons of the issues. On October 9th from 2PM-3:15PM, Garren Cabral & Dr. Lorraine Lundquist will help us understand the issues on the ballot in a more in-depth way, and how these issues can impact us personally, in both positive and negative ways. If you are interested in attending the webinar, then please RSVP by scanning the QR code in the flyer and find the zoom link HERE!
Democracy In Action: A Candidate Discussion - Tuesday, October 8th, 4:00pm-7:00pm
Democracy In Action: A Candidate Discussion - Tuesday, October 8th, 4:00pm-7:00pm
We would like to invite you all to Democracy In Action: A Candidate Discussion with the California Assembly District 40 Candidates Pilar Schiavo and Patrick Lee Gipson. This will be a great opportunity for students to get to know the candidates that are running to represent the CSUN community! This event is completely free to students and will include information to register to vote, what will be on their election ballots, and the importance of civic and local engagement. There will be food and giveaways! Please share this with your students and faculty and we hope to see you all there! Join Associated Students in a discussion with the Assembly District Candidates about their vision and goals for the CSUN community!
Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party - Tuesday, October 1st, 4:00pm-9:00pm
Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party - Tuesday, October 1st, 4:00pm-9:00pm
October 1st, from 4PM-9PM in the Lake View Terrace Room, Associated Students is hosting a 2024 Vice Presidential Debate Watch Party. Please join Associated Students & Communication Studies Professor Kephart in watching the first 2024 Vice Presidential Debate. Snacks & giveaways will be available while supplies last. Please come learn about the 2024 election & have some fun!
Politics Are A Drag - Monday, September 30th, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Politics Are A Drag - Monday, September 30th, 7:00pm-8:30pm
We would like to promote a CSUN Associated Students Event; Politics Are A Drag is happening September 30 from 7pm-8:30pm in the Orchard Conference Center. The event will be a Q&A moderated by the CSUN queer studies department with the first drag queen ever elected to public office in the US. Free food & swag will be provided. Please come join us for this incredible event!
Drag Queen Loteria - Thursday, September 26th, 5:00pm-6:30pm
Drag Queen Loteria - Thursday, September 26th, 5:00pm-6:30pm
Celebrate Raza Heritage Month with us! Join the University Library, Pride Center, CSUN Act Now, and the legendary drag queen Barbra Wyre for an exciting evening of lotería. This classic game of chance will be at the heart of a night filled with community, prizes, dazzling drag performances, and light snacks. In the spirit of this election year, we will also offer voter registration support at the sign-up table, providing an opportunity to reflect on how voting is integral to honoring your identity.
Come play, connect, and learn about the power of voting on September 26th, 5:00 – 6:30pm, in the Ferman Presentation Room (Library, West Wing, Lower Level). Get ready for a night of vibrant performances and lotería! We hope to see you all there!
World Climate Justice Education Week Farmer's Market Event - Tuesday, April 2nd, 10AM-3PM
On April 2nd, CSUN Act Now hosted a table at the World Climate Justice Education Week Farmer's Market Event from 10AM-3PM at Matador Square. We shared information about the California Oil and Gas Wells Regulations Referendum and encouraged civic engagement with relation to Climate Justice. We were happy to be joined by other on-campus organizations, including CSUN Sustainability, to have a large group of people promoting Climate Justice Education. Thank you so much if you were able to come & show your support, and please keep an eye out for more tabling events in the future!