It has been one of the most polarizing elections in history, and yet there seems to be an overwhelming sense of relief across IU’s campus. Like much of the country, the IU community took to the streets to celebrate when the election was finally called.

“I think it shows that human decency matters and we will prosper at the end of the day. These past four years have just not been great with many morals just being thrown out the window,” says Mia Gonzalez, a sophomore at IU.

Following the call of Joe Biden’s win, nearly 100 people filled the lawn of the Bloomington Courthouse to celebrate. They held posters, banners, and cheered.

With the dust finally settling however, many voters are keeping their fingers crossed that nothing changes between now and inauguration day with no peaceful concession from President Trump in sight. The election is not quite finalized with the electoral college set to meet in each state on December 14th to formally cast their ballots for President.

Steven Webster, Assistant Professor of Political Science at IU, believes that there is not evidence of voter fraud. “I think if we’re concerned about the health of our democracy, the President’s refusal to concede and accept the election results is worrisome,” he says.

Even students are beginning to wonder what it’ll take to be able to finalize this election.

“It could go either way. He could either be pulled out of the White House kicking and screaming or he’ll disappear one night and we will never hear from him again,” believes Chris Billings, an IU senior.

The last day for states to certify any contested election results is December 8th. Inauguration Day is January 20th where President-Elect Joe Biden is set to be sworn in.