Mission Statement
South Carolina Student Legislature was founded by students to be perpetuated solely by students. We aim to educate South Carolina's students about the functions of democratic government and to provide a forum for student debate on public policy issues. In fulfillment of this mission, South Carolina Student Legislature seeks the active participation of all institutions of higher education in South Carolina.About SCSL
The South Carolina Student Legislature (SCSL) is a student-run mock legislature. Colleges and universities in the State of South Carolina send delegations to two annual sessions to debate bills and further their knowledge about parliamentary procedure and state government.
SCSL was founded in 1956 by Dr. Douglas Carlisle. The organization drafted a constitution and incorporated itself under the motto of Our Freedom, Our Liberty, Our Responsibility.
SCSL has been a breeding ground for future newsmakers. Among the organization's former governors are former South Carolina governor Robert McNair (1957), former Republican strategist Lee Atwater (1974), former Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army and former SCGOP party chair Van Hipp (1979), and former Secretary of State candidate Rick Wade (1983).
Goals
To educate the young citizens of South Carolina.To provide an opportunity for students to witness and participate in the process and issues of government.
To facilitate open communication between South Carolina's public servants and the future leaders of this state.
To seek active participation of all of South Carolina's institutions of higher education.
More about SCSL
SCSL meets twice a year, in Columbia in the fall and Myrtle Beach in the spring. In Columbia SCSL meets in the legislative chambers of the State Capital.
SCSL consists of 14 South Carolina colleges from all across the Palmetto state. To see a list of participating schools, click here.
Latest News
SCSL Spring Session will be held April 1-4, 2009 in Myrtle Beach at the Embassy Suites.
SCSL creates new fundraising cabinet position to deal with the budget cut from Summer 2008.
SCSL voted to sell ad space in bill books for Spring Session 2009. If you are interested in advertising with us to help fund session or know someone who is, please contact....