Overview
Many positions within ASBSU are elected annually by the student body. These positions, as well as any referendums, ballot initiatives, or other special elections, are voted on every spring by all fee-paying students. Scroll down to learn more about candidates, voting, and running for office.
What are the Candidates Saying?
Candidates for all 8 Executive positions explained their platforms and debated with their opponents at an ASBSU-hosted debate on March 31st. You can view the video recording of the debate, as well as a transcript, at the link below.
Election Information
The 2025 student elections will be held on April 7th and 8th. You can find more information about how to run, campaigning, and current candidates on this page. For questions, please reach out to our elections team at asbsuelections@boisestate.edu
Important Dates
There are several important election-related dates to pay attention to, whether you are planning to run or just want to vote. All dates and deadlines are final.
PREPARING TO RUN
Information
ASBSU will host information nights for anyone who is considering running for election. The dates and locations are included below.
First Session: Wednesday, February 26th, 5-6pm (Hatch C)
Second Session: Monday, March 3rd, 7-8pm (Bishop Barnwell)
Third Session: Thursday, March 6th, 4-5pm (SUB – Student Involvement and Leadership Center)
CAMPAIGNING
When to Campaign
The campaigning period begins on Saturday, March 15th. NO STUDENT MAY CAMPAIGN BEFORE THIS DATE. For more information on what constitutes campaigning, see ASBSU Elections Code.
Candidates will be able to table around campus during the week of March 31st to April 4th.
VOTING AND RESULTS
Voting
Elections occur over a two-day period, during which eligible students may vote through an online ballot send to their student email. ASBSU Elections follow a ranked-choice instant runoff voting system. Students rate the candidates in order of preference (1 being their favorite, 2 next favorite, etc.).
This year, voting is open from 12:00 am on Monday, April 7th to 11:59 pm on Tuesday, April 8th.Â
Election Packets
In order to be placed on the ballot, students must fill out an Election Packet. These packets will be available starting on Monday, March 3rd. Elections Packets Close Friday, March 14th.
Candidate Debates
There will be one debate held between the candidates for office. The debate will be on Monday, March 31st, 7:30-9:30pm in Bishop Barnwell. Students are encouraged to attend and learn more about those who want to represent them.
Results
Results will be announced campus-wide on Wednesday, April 9th.
Elected students will be inaugurated on Wednesday, April 30th, 6-7pm, in Hatch Ballroom CD.
