There are committees, student centers, clubs and departments at Butte College that are working to provide services, education and advocacy on these issues:
Student Advocacy
Freedom of Speech
The District is dedicated to the dissemination of information and ideas, and the presence of engaged scholarly, cultural, and political debate. The ability of the campus community and the community at-large to engage in expressive activity is central to the identity of a community college. Of all social institutions in a democracy, an institution of higher learning has a special responsibility to promote an open atmosphere and to honor the first amendment.
The District campuses are non-public forums, except for the following “Designated Zones” which are reserved for expressive activities that do not violate District policy and are lawful.
The Designated Zones are chosen so as to provide visibility and allow communication to a large number of students, administrators, faculty, and others walking or traveling on the college and centers of the District but also so as not to disrupt educational and other District activities.
Read the District policy on Speech: Time, Place, and Manner. AP3900
Designated Zones
Main Campus:
- Campus Center (CC) Courtyard
- Campus Center (CC) Lawn – under solar panels
- Learning Resource Center (LRC) Courtyard
- Library Life Science (LS) Lawn
- Student and Administrative Services (SAS) Courtyard
Chico Center:
- Patio Area – front of building
Glenn Center:
- Patio Area Parking Lot – adjacent to front door the flag pole
Skyway Center:
- Patio Area – near front door
Campus Advocacy
Don’t see the topic you care about?
Contact the Butte College Student Senate (BCSS) to find out if anyone else is focusing on your topic of interest on campus or how to start a new advocacy group.
Check out our Student Advocate Program to learn about how you can get involved with current advocacy efforts on campus and be a voice that represents Butte College students!
Federal and State Voting/Election FAQ's
How do I register to vote?
Just click on the California Voter Registration Button and fill out the online form.
Important 2026 Dates, Deadlines, and Information.
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The last day to register online to vote for the June 2nd, 2026, Primary Election is May 18th, 2026. After May 18th, 2026 you must complete same-day voter registration and request your ballot in person at your county election office or polling location.
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All California active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot for the June 2nd, 2026, Primary Election.
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Your county elections office will begin mailing ballots by May 4th, 2026.
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Ballot drop-off locations open on May 5th, 2026.
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Vote-by-mail ballots can be returned by mail, at a drop-off location, or your county elections office.
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Vote centers open for early in-person voting in all Voter’s Choice Act counties beginning on May 23rd, 2026.
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Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day.
What if I miss the deadline? Can I still Vote?
Yes, you can register on California’s Election Day. If you are registering or re-registering less than 15 days before an election you will need to complete the Same-Day Voter Registration process and request your ballot in person at your county elections office or Voter Assistance Center.
How do I locate my polling place in Butte or Glenn County?
Are there Voter Assistance Center (VAC) sites?
Butte County locations : Available closer to Election date.
Glenn County locations: Available closer to Elections date.
What are the options at the Voter Assistance Center (VAC) of your choice?
- Drop off your voted ballot.
- Get a replacement ballot.
- Get a ballot or assistance with your ballot.
- Update your voter registration.
- Vote in person.
Who Can Register to Vote in California?
To register to vote in California, you must:
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Be a U.S. citizen
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Be a resident of California
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Be at least 18 years old, or turning 18 by the election
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Not have been declared “non-compos mentis” or “mentally incompetent” by a court of law
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Not currently in state or federal prison or on parole for the conviction of a felony
You must register to vote at least 15 days before the election you wish to vote in, or you can register during the early voting period or on Election Day.
How do I track my Ballot?
You can track your ballot every the step of the way by registering to check your ballot status.
How can I Pre-register?
If you are 16 or 17 years old, you can use this online registration application to pre-register to vote.
How do I get my Voting Rights Restored?
California does restore the right to vote upon completion of sentence, including parole. If you have a past conviction, learn more about your eligibility to vote.