2020 U.S. Presidential, Local Election Coverage

On Nov. 3, Reporting (JOUR 3312) students participated in election coverage in a Trans-Atlantic experience with students from Manchester Metropolitan University – Manchester, England. Through the week and evening of Election Day, students tracked polls, engaged in dialogue with colleagues, and spoke with several local politicians and experts. Here is the work they produced: Manchester […]

Lubbock Election Expert Discusses Mail-in Voting Process Amid Concerns

By Lexie Rendon Despite COVID-19 causing concern heading into the 2020 election, voters turned out in historic numbers, and vote-by-mail has been a popular topic of conversation as many Americans opted out of voting in person. According to VoteTexas.gov, to be eligible to vote by mail in Texas you must be 65 years or older, […]