Oklahoma City – The Southeastern Oklahoma State University delegation had a highly successful trip to the state capitol for the first session of the 57th Oklahoma Intercollegiate Legislature in November.
The Southeastern delegation placed first in the Community Service competition, second in the Best Senate Delegation competition, and third in the Best Overall Delegation competition.
Chelsea Maxwell, a senior political science and computer science double major from Broken Bow, placed second and Charitie Massengale, a freshman political science major from Bennington, placed third in the Best Senate Freshman competition.
Aiden Devore, a sophomore political science major from Durant and Southeastern delegation vice chair, was nominated for OIL Speaker of the House.
Legislation authored by Southeastern students signed by the OIL governor included the Intimate Area Exam Act, the Hot Pursuit Act, and the Uniform Probate Modernization Act. Bills passing both houses included the Veteran Prescription Access Act and the Window Film Modernization Act.
The Oklahoma Intercollegiate Legislature (OIL) is a student-run mock government that replicates all three branches of the state government of Oklahoma. Founded under the leadership of then Oklahoma Lt. Governor George Nigh and a small group of dedicated college students in 1969, OIL provides students from institutions of higher learning across the state an opportunity to write, debate, and pass legislation about the issues they believe are important. Besides the mock legislature, OIL also contains a mock executive branch, moot court, and a press corps. Students interested in politics, law, or government process find the networking opportunities, experiences, and friends they are looking for at OIL.
About Southeastern
Founded in 1909, Southeastern Oklahoma State University provides an environment of academic excellence that enables students to reach their highest potential. By having personal access to excellent teaching, challenging academic programs, and extracurricular experiences, students will develop skills and habits that promote values for career preparation, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Our over 6,000 students include 50% first-generation students and 28% students of Native American descent, with 82% receiving financial aid. Southeastern ranks amongst the most affordable schools in the region thanks to out-of-state tuition waivers and is proud of its exceptional affordable accredited MBA program, stellar aerospace and teacher education programs, and outstanding national ranking in graduating Native American students.
