The following letter is a message from Charlie Skrade, the UWM Post multimedia editor, to the readers of the publication’s “MKZine: Student Voter Guide.”
Dear UWM Post Readers,
Whether you’re new to the UWM campus, a transfer student from another state or have recently moved from the residence halls into your first apartment, voting can feel confusing when election season arrives.
Questions like “Where do I vote, and do I need to request a ballot?” or “Will I have time to vote between classes and work?” are common among students navigating elections on their own for the first time.
The good news? Voting is often much easier than it seems, and we’ve outlined everything you need to know in just a few simple steps. From checking your registration status to casting your ballot, here’s how to make sure you’re prepared for Election Day.
YOUR GUIDE TO VOTING AS A UWM STUDENT
STEP ONE: CHECK YOUR REGISTRATION
First, verify that you’re registered to vote. You can check your registration status through MyVote Wisconsin.
Not registered yet? Don’t panic. Wisconsin allows eligible voters to register at their polling place on Election Day. As long as you bring the required identification and proof of residence, you can register and vote during the same visit!
STEP TWO: FIND YOUR POLLING PLACE
If you are a UWM resident, your polling location is listed below:
- Sandburg Hall → UWM Lubar Entrepreneurship Center, 2100 E. Kenwood Blvd.
- Cambridge Commons → Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Place
- RiverView Residence Hall → Gordon Park Pavilion, 2828 N. Humboldt Blvd.
- Kenilworth Square Apartments → Charles Allis Art Museum, 1801 N. Prospect Ave.
Living off campus? Go online and simply enter your address at MyVote Wisconsin to find your assigned polling place.
STEP THREE: PREPARE YOUR VOTER ID & DOCUMENTS
If you need to register at the polls, bring:
- A valid photo ID (driver’s license, Wisconsin ID, REAL ID, or eligible student ID)
- Proof of residence showing your current address
Proof of residence can include documents such as:
- A utility bill
- A bank or credit card statement
- A pay stub
- Other approved documents displaying your current address
If you’re already registered, all you’ll need to bring is a valid photo ID and you’ll be right on your way to casting your ballot.
STEP FOUR: MAKE AN INFORMED CHOICE
Voting is about more than filling in bubbles next to names on a ballot. Before making your vote, take time to learn about the candidates, ballot measures, and issues that affect your community.
You’ve already taken a great first step by picking up this issue of “MKZine,” so consider continuing the conversation by encouraging friends, classmates, roommates, family members and others in your community to stay informed as well.
STEP FIVE: MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD
Every election is an opportunity to shape your community and have a say in issues that matter to you.
From all of us at the UWM Post, thank you for taking the time to participate in the voting process. Your voice matters, and your vote does too.
Sincerely,
Charlie Skrade, UWM Post Multimedia Editor
This was included in MKZine!
“MKZine: Student Voter Guide” – Volume 1, Issue 2 – October 2026
“MKZine: Student Voter Guide” is available for viewing online here: https://uwmpost.com/special-projects/mkzine/mkzine-student-voter-guide
