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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Last week, 4 institute members graduated from the University of Rhode Island. Congratulations to Cristian, Malinda, Sara, and Gianna for their hard work and dedication! ⚙️🗳✅ #engr4democracy

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Michelle M. Shafer @michelleshafer.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Check out @caltech.edu's YouTube channel to listen to today's super-interesting & fun episode of Election Science Office Hours hosted by Caltech's @rmichaelalvarez.bsky.social, the LCSSP Co-Director, and @engr4democracy.bsky.social's Director Gretchen Macht: youtu.be/tWzU2E0Xnrs

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Election Science Office Hours with Gretchen Macht, University of Rhode Island

YouTube video by Linde Center for Science, Society, and Policy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

ACCEPTANCE ALERT! Congratulations to lab members Leonie and Cristian, and our director, Dr. Macht, for their acceptance into the Election Science, Reform, and Administration Conference! We are looking forward to reading your work! ⚙️🗳✅ #engr4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

ACCEPTANCE ALERT! Congratulations to Leonie and our director, Dr. Macht, for their acceptance into the Election Science, Reform, and Administration Conference! We are looking forward to reading your work! ⚙️🗳✅ #engr4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

ACCEPTANCE ALERT! Congratulations to lab members Malinda and Sara, our assistant director, Dr. Bernardo, and our director, Dr. Macht, for their acceptance into the Election Science, Reform, and Administration Conference! We are looking forward to reading your work! ⚙️🗳✅ #engr4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

ACCEPTANCE ALERT! Congratulations to Sara and our director, Dr. Macht, for their acceptance into the Election Science, Reform, and Administration Conference! We are looking forward to reading your work! ⚙️🗳✅ #engr4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Interested in how STEM can relate to election science? The EDI team hosts the STEM for Elections Network - a group of STEM professionals! Join the network today and be a part of the innovative and evolving group ⚙️🗳✅ #S4EN #engr4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Happy last day of class, Rams! The EDI team wishes everyone good luck with finals 📚💻🎓#engineering4democracy #uri

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

What a great way to spend an afternoon… launching bottle rockets 😎🚀

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Our incredible graduate students on the EDI team showcased the outstanding work they’ve done this semester. We’re so proud of their dedication and impact! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Want to attend the Election, Science, Reform & Admin Conference? EDI can help! Meet election officials, attend panels on the latest election work, and connect with STEM pros. Plus, a special STEM for Election Network event! Apply by April 25, 2025—link in bio! #S4EN

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Our incredible graduate students on the EDI team showcased the outstanding work they’ve done this semester. We’re so proud of their dedication and impact! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

ACCEPTANCE ALERT! Congratulations to lab members Gianna and Leonie, Dr. Speredelozzi, and our director, Dr. Macht, for their acceptance into the Election Science, Reform, and Administration Conference! We are looking forward to reading your work! ⚙️🗳✅ #engr4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

EDI uses this word to describe a district of a city or town as defined for election purposes. By understanding the importance of precincts, we can better understand the underlying systems of our democracy. ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

ACCEPTANCE ALERT! Congratulations to lab members Gianna, Malinda and Sara and our director, Dr. Macht, for their acceptance into the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers Annual Conference Proceedings! We are looking forward to reading your work! ⚙️🗳✅ #engr4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Want to attend the Election, Science, Reform & Admin Conference? EDI can help! Meet election officials, join panels on the latest election work, and connect with STEM pros. Plus, a special STEM for Election Network event! Apply by April 25, 2025—link in bio! #S4EN

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined our STEM for Elections Network Seminar! Your participation and engagement made this event a success. A special thanks to our incredible presenters for sharing their expertise and insights. ⚙️🗳✅ #S4EN

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Today is the day for the fourth AND FINAL STEM for Elections Network Seminar! ⚙️🗳✅ #S4EN

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Couldn’t make the other seminars? The last STEM for Elections Network seminar is this WEDNESDAY, April 2, 2025, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm EST. Register with this link (also in bio): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... ⚙️🗳✅ #S4EN

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

The third seminar was a success! Special thanks to our presenters and everyone who took the time out of their day to attend! There are still one more date to attend - Register with this link (also in bio): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... ⚙️🗳✅

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Today is the day for the third STEM for Elections Network Seminar! Can't make it? The last one will be on April 2. Register with this link (link is also in bio): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... ⚙️🗳✅

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

The second seminar was a success! Special thanks to our presenters and everyone who took the time out of their day to attend! There are still two more dates to attend - Register with this link (also in bio): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... ⚙️🗳✅

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

The STEM for Elections Network is a place for those in STEM fields to learn more about elections through interactive programs and workshops. Each event is designed to educate and showcase the knowledge and practices which election administrators dedicate their lives to. Learn more on our website. ✅

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

The first seminar was a success! Special thanks to our presenters and everyone who took the time out of their day to attend! There are still other dates to attend - Register with this link (also in bio): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... ⚙️🗳✅

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

The EDI Team is proud to welcome our lineup for the STEM for Elections Network Seminar! We are looking forward to hearing from Dr. Robert Stein, Natalie Adona, Joshua Ferrer, and Dr. Nicholas Bernardo. Sign up for this Wednesday's seminar with the link in our bio! 🗳 #S4EN linktr.ee/engr4democra...

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

The first STEM for Elections Network Seminar is officially 9 days away! We are so excited to see all of you! Register with the link in our bio or swipe to scan the code! #engineering4democracy ⚙️🗳✅ #S4EN

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

EDI uses this word to explain individuals or organizations who are not biased towards any particular political group. Being nonpartisan ensures our work and solutions support all voters and election officials, regardless of political affiliation. #engr4democracy ⚙️🗳✅

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

The EDI Team is happy to announce our headliners for the STEM for Elections Network Seminar! We are happy to have Charles Stewart III from @mitelectionlab and Dr. Lia Merivaki (@liamerivaki) join the seminar. Stay tuned for the rest of the lineup! ⚙️🗳✅ #S4EN

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

MEET MELANY! Melany is a third year Industrial and Systems Engineering student at the University of Rhode Island. She joined the lab in Spring 2025 to work on the Text2Cure Project. ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

The first STEM for Elections Network Seminar is officially 15 days away! Stay tuned for more information as we get closer. Register with the link in our bio! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy #S4EN

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

📷Flashback Friday! ⏮️ Dreaming of warmer weather? Yeah, us too. Wishing we were back in the Georgia sun like we were for the 2022 midterm election. Don’t worry, spring is right around the corner! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Understanding the importance of gubernatorial offices helps us see how governors drive policies and oversee operations ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Join us for our first seminar! Hear from our special guest on the 2024 Presidential Election and don’t miss a presentation by the Network's own Dr. @liamerivaki.bsky.social. Participants may qualify for travel funding to ESRA in June! More dates and times coming soon. Register in our bio! ⚙️🗳✅

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

MEET GRACE! Grace is a third-year Industrial and Systems Engineering student at the University of Rhode Island. She joined the team in Spring 2025 and has been excited to contribute to the lab ever since! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Last week EDI submitted 2 extended abstracts to HFES and 8 abstracts to ESRA!! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

📷Flashback Friday! ⏮️ Cold and flu season is upon us which reminds us of when we did data collection in frigid conditions this past November. We wouldn’t change it for the world! Stay healthy, warm, and safe everyone! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Last week Dr. Bernardo had the opportunity to travel to San Diego to present at the Partnership for Large Election Jurisdiction’s (PLEJ) Winter Convening. He got to present with PLEJ’s own Carolina Lopez! Thank you PLEJ for having us! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

MEET JUAN Juan is an undergraduate research assistant pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Rhode Island. He joined the team in spring 2025 to work on the vote-by-mail project. ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

EDI uses this word to describe a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court. By understanding the importance of affidavits, we see legal documents’ credibility, efficiency, verifiability, and integrity. ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Nick Lima @nicklima.org · 14/02/2025

I traveled cross country to San Diego for an elections administration conference (PLEJ: Partnership for Large Election Jurisdictions) and who do I run into? @engr4democracy.bsky.social from @universityofri.bsky.social presenting their continuing excellent work to improve election processes!

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Sending Love from the City of Brotherly Love on the Day of Love. Let Freedom Ring. 💚

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

📷Flashback Friday! ⏮️ Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day and we LOVE collaborating with counties across the U.S. and with YOU. Join our STEM for Elections Network with the link in the bio! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

MEET SARAH! Sarah is a junior Public Relations and Communication Studies student at the University of Rhode Island. She joined the team in Fall 2024 and manages our social media platforms and graphics! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

EDI uses this word to describe the right to vote in elections. By understanding the importance of suffrage, we can see how democracy has changed to allow more groups to vote. ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

📷Flashback Friday! ⏮️ Here at EDI we are always riding in style. This photo was from one of our first data collection trips in Michigan where we got to visit the Ford Museum in Detroit! We look forward to continuing to help people across the country. ⚙️🗳#engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

EDI is happy to announce our STEM for Elections Network Seminar! Sign up for our mailing list to get the details first. Check out Linktree (in our bio) and stay tuned here for more information! ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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Engineering for Democracy Institute @engr4democracy.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

EDI uses this word to describe someone who currently holds office within a corporation or government position. By understanding the importance of incumbents and how they relate to our democratic system, we can make a direct impact on voters across the country. ⚙️🗳✅ #engineering4democracy

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