We are excited to announce the U of A Freedom Center’s ‘Chart Your Path to the Presidency’ contest is LIVE!  Complete this short interest form to let us know you are working on a campaign of your own.

We look forward to sharing your campaign as part of the historic memorabilia at the Museum of Democracy exhibit on campus.

Express your creativity and passion for making our country a better place!

Contest is for grades 6-8

Each participant must be available to receive award in person 

Each Participant must be able to submit (drop off or mail) your Campaign Materials by November 14th.

Each participant must submit a physical Campaign Poster.
Share your first name, grade, and qualifications. Identify and explain three key issues you will address in your campaign (aka your platform). What changes do you want to see in our country? How will you accomplish these changes? Keep your target audience in mind!

Each participant must submit one Campaign Promo / Swag Item.
This is your opportunity to get creative! Create a campaign slogan that encapsulates your message and values. Provide an example of a campaign marketing piece, such as a flyer, a dress, or a rally giveaway. This can be sketched, painted, graphically designed, sewn; the world is your oyster!

Remember to use the MoD Exhibit for inspiration and check out historic examples.

Content & Vision: 6 points
Clearly presents key issues, original ideas, and a compelling presidential vision.

Historical/Civic Insight: 4 points
Shows thoughtful understanding of democratic values, historical context, and civic leadership.

Writing Quality: 4 points
Organized, persuasive writing with correct grammar, clear structure, and appropriate tone.

Creativity: 2 points
Demonstrates originality, memorable phrasing, or a unique campaign concept.

Think creatively! And represent your unique sense of presidential success in your submission. Designs incorporating a material-aspect, such as a physical product or prototype, are strongly encouraged.