This November, some of the biggest political offices in Michigan and around the country will be up for grabs.
Opportunities for students to be part of this process and be active in those campaigns abound.
You can work on Gov. Jennifer Granholm's campaign, or help stump her for Republican opponent Dick DeVos.
How about U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow or Republican challenger Mike Bouchard?
There are also chances to work on other political campaigns and with campus political organizations.
History senior Jeff Wiggins, chairman of the MSU College Republicans, said the best way to get involved in political campaigns is to come to their meetings.
A good way to find out about their meetings and other information is to visit the group's Web site or their Facebook.com site.
There are many benefits to getting involved with campaigns and political groups, Wiggins said.
"It's something to take your mind off school," Wiggins said. "On a broader level, getting involved in something like the College Republicans or Democrats makes you smarter and makes you more aware."
There is also a Republican Victory Center on 115 Albert St. Wiggins said students can volunteer there and make phone calls for candidates. Pizza and pop will also be available for volunteers, Wiggins added.
For Democrats, the MSU College Democrats also encourages students to get involved in political campaigns, and being a member of the organization can help.
The organization will list meeting dates and other information on its Web site and will also be at the Party At the Aud ('06) Student Organization Fair on Aug. 26 at Auditorium Field, said political theory and constitutional democracy senior Karissa Chabot, president of the MSU College Democrats.
She said the group can set students up with internships with different campaigns and other positions.
Being part of the political process can give students a lot of experience, Chabot said.
"You get to see first hand what it's like to work on a political campaign," she said. "And getting firsthand experience opens a lot of doors for you."
It also helps to fill internship requirements some majors have, and helps you make contacts, Chabot said.
"Once you get involved, you make friends because you're working long hours and going to events," she said.
At the statewide level, people interested in working for the Michigan Republicans or Democrats can visit their Web sites for contact information.
The Republican's Web site has a form that people can fill in to determine what candidate they would like to work for.
Sarah Anderson, communications director for the Michigan Republican Party, said the organization welcomes any volunteers who want to get involved.
"You can gain such phenomenal experience," Anderson said. "Most people get involved because they want to get involved in a political career, and some just have an issue they're really passionate about.
"Getting involved in politics makes sure your issues are heard and valued."
