Candidate Scorecard Process
The questionnaire responses will form the foundation of a structured scorecard evaluation process. The purpose of this scorecard is to create a clear, objective, and documented assessment of each candidate’s alignment with the needs and priorities of our university. Each candidate will be evaluated using the same criteria. This ensures fairness, consistency, and transparency.
Candidate Scoring
Candidates will be scored based on:
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Clarity of their responses
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Demonstrated understanding of institutional needs
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Strength of their commitment
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Specificity of their proposed actions
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Overall alignment with the university’s long-term interests
This process ensures that decisions are based on documented positions and demonstrated seriousness—not political affiliation, assumptions, or campaign messaging.
Written responses will also serve as a public record. They provide a clear reference point that can be revisited after the election to help ensure accountability.
Just as importantly, this process demonstrates that alumni and supporters are organized, informed, and engaged. It sends a clear message that the future of our institution matters and that its stakeholders are paying attention.
Schedule of Events
Apr 1
Surveys sent to candidates
All declared initially and any candidate that subsequently declares after initial release
May
Scorecard development
June
Rattlers vote on candidate endorsement
Only verified FAMU students and alumni will have the opportunity to vote
Aug-Oct
Post Election Evaluation and Mobilization
Early voting:
October 24-31, 2026
Nov
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General Election
May 1
Deadline for surveys to be returned by candidates
June
Scorecard published to website
July
Gubernatorial Endorsement
Aug
Voter Mobilization and Primary Election
Early voting:
August 8-15, 2026
Primary election: August 18, 2026
Post Nov
Post Election Monitoring & Engagement