SGA Elections Overview and Timeline

Overview

The SGA Fall Election is complete.

Check back for information regarding Spring 2027 Elections.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the Chief Justice at bapplew1@charlotte.edu.

Election Violations:
All reports of election violations must be submitted to the Chief Justice of the Judicial Branch. Reports must include the date, time, and (if applicable) location of the alleged violation, as well as the name, email address, and phone number of the individual submitting the report. Any candidate accused of a violation will be notified by the Judicial Branch within 24 hours.

Timeline

Below is the timeline outlining what candidates can expect when running for one of our positions. Good luck to all candidates!
  • Nominations
    Nominations (via Niner Engage):
    Opens: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 12:00 AM
    Closes: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM
  • Interest Meeting
    Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
    Location: Student Union 26
  • Candidates’ Meeting
    Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
    Location: Student Union Movie Theater
  • General Election (Voting Period)
    Date: September 23–24, 2026
    Voting Opens: 8:00 AM on Wednesday, September 23
    Voting Closes: 5:00 PM on Thursday, September 24
    Voting Platform: vote.charlotte.edu
  • Election Results Announcement (Live)
    Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
    Location: Popp Martin Student Union Rotunda
    Time: 3:00 PM
  • Posted Results
    SGA Website
    SGA Instagram