Northwestern Senate Voting Will Close October 12
Students will elect a new senator to represent the School of Education and Social Policy.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Elections
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Associated Student Government elections for a vacant Senate seat at Northwestern University will conclude on October 12, 2026. Students are currently casting votes via the Cats on Campus platform to fill the position representing the School of Education and Social Policy.
Why it matters
This election determines which representative will advocate for the needs of students within the School of Education and Social Policy. The seat remains vacant until the student body completes the voting process.
There is one Senate seat open for the School of Education and Social Policy. Voting closes on October 12 at 5 p.m.
The players
Micaela Rivera Porras
She is a candidate running for the vacant Senate seat representing the School of Education and Social Policy.
Adam Liebling
He is a candidate seeking election to the Associated Student Government Senate.
The details
Students are participating in the election by submitting ballots through an emailed school-wide form. While five candidates are running for the position, including Micaela Rivera Porras and Adam Liebling, three other candidates have not provided interview responses.
Timeline
Voting for the Senate seat closes on October 12, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Political Context
The election process for this specific Senate seat follows procedural requirements set forth in the Associated Student Government constitution. Some students and advocacy groups have pushed for greater transparency in how the organization manages candidate information and outreach.
Students within the School of Education and Social Policy will have a direct representative to voice their concerns to the university administration. The outcome of this vote determines who will participate in legislative decisions affecting the student body for the remainder of the term.
The takeaway
Students should check their email to access the school-wide form before the deadline arrives. Participating in these elections ensures that the student body remains represented in important academic and social policy discussions.
What happens next
Voting closes on October 12, 2026, at 5 p.m., after which the Associated Student Government will count the ballots.
Further reading
Find more information on local student governance and campus developments at Evanston Elections.
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