Student Election Rules
Student Election Rules
Introduction
The regulations that oversee the Student Election at [Your Company Name] have been meticulously crafted to guarantee that the entire procedure is carried out in a way that is equitable and open to scrutiny. It is imperative that each participant strictly follows these stipulated guidelines, as doing so is essential for preserving and sustaining the integrity and trustworthiness of the election process.
Candidate Eligibility
General Requirements
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Must be a currently enrolled student.
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Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
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Must not have any disciplinary actions or violations of the student code of conduct.
Specific Requirements
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Undergraduate Candidates: Must have completed at least one semester.
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Graduate Candidates: Must be currently pursuing a degree.
Nomination Process
Submission of Nomination
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Fill out the nomination form available at the Student Affairs office.
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Submit the form along with the required documentation by the specified deadline.
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Obtain 50 signatures from enrolled students supporting the nomination.
Verification of Nomination
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All nominations will be reviewed by the Election Committee.
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Nominees will be notified of their eligibility within five business days.
Campaign Rules
Campaign Materials
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All campaign materials must be approved by the Election Committee.
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Materials must not contain offensive language or imagery.
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Posters are limited to a size of 11x17 inches.
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Flyers must be distributed in designated areas only.
Campaign Conduct
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All candidates must campaign with integrity and respect.
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Negative campaigning or defamation of other candidates is strictly prohibited.
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No campaigning is allowed within 50 feet of polling stations.
Voting Process
Eligibility to Vote
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All currently enrolled students are eligible to vote.
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Students must present a valid student ID to receive a ballot.
Ballot Casting
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Voting will take place over three consecutive days.
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Polling stations will be open from 8 AM to 6 PM.
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Online voting will be available through the student portal.
Election Results
Counting of Votes
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Votes will be counted by the Election Committee immediately after polls close.
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Counting will be done transparently with candidate representatives present.
Announcing Results
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Results will be announced within 24 hours after the vote count is completed.
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Results will be posted on the student portal and bulletin boards around campus.
Dispute and Resolution
Filing a Complaint
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Submit complaints in writing to the Election Committee within 24 hours.
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The complaint should include specific details and any supporting evidence.
Resolution Process
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The Election Committee will review and investigate all complaints.
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A hearing may be conducted to gather more information.
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The Committee's final decision will be communicated within 72 hours.
Penalties and Sanctions
Minor Violations
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Warnings may be issued for minor infractions.
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Corrective actions may include the removal of unapproved campaign materials.
Major Violations
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Major violations may lead to disqualification from the election.
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Guilty students may face disciplinary actions per the student code of conduct.
