History
The Student Leadership Council was formed in 1998. The members of Lee University's
Student Government Associated realized that the organization had become ineffective
in duty to serve the student body. They voted to disband the SGA and form
a new organization focused on the principles of servant-leadership. Instead
of having officers for each class, the SLC would have a secretary to focus
on the different facets of student involvement. The Senate would be open to
all students as a forum for student concerns to be heard and met.
While the organization has undergone many changes over the years, its core
values have remained the same. The SLC has added committees and dissolved
others as we have grown and come to understand our place and purpose on the
Lee Campus.
In recent years the SLC has continued to expand its focus on service to the
community, as well as implementing programs that purposefully develop students
into better leaders on Lee University’s campus and beyond. The SLC continues
to look for innovative ways to implement its core values as it helps students
understand their role as leaders in an ever changing culture.
Mission Statement
We, the Student Leadership Council, are committed to the development of the
Lee University family and surrounding community through Christ-centered servant-leadership.
It is our goal to cultivate positive relationships with others and among ourselves,
effectively represent the needs and concerns of our fellow students, assist
in the development of new leaders, and provide multiple facets for student
involvement.
We strive for excellence in all we do, and we agree to follow the standards
set by the SLC Core Values and our Christian Worldview
Our Mandate
“And what does the Lord require of you?
To act justly, and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”
Micah 6:8b
Core Values
We, the Lee University Student Leadership Council (SLC), exist to serve the
university family and local community by offering model activities and programs
for holistic personal development. We understand that what we do is driven
by our core values. We seek to identify these values, to utilize them as guiding
principles in our work together, and to hold each other accountable to them.
Personal Relationship with Christ
We commit ourselves to a personal relationship with Christ, continually striving
to grow spiritually.
Personal Characteristics
We strive to model integrity and honesty in all we do. We do what we say we
will do and speak the truth in love. We communicate freely regarding SLC matters
and endeavor to avoid personal agendas in our dealings with each other. We
approach our work with enthusiasm.
Representing Students
We recognize our role on campus and understand that we are in positions of
trust, representing our fellow students. We seek to serve those we represent
by understanding their concerns, responding with compassion, and offering
opportunities for them to develop. We follow the ethic of reciprocity—doing
unto others as we would have them do unto us. We also understand that each
individual is unique. We seek to understand and utilize the diversity among
us.
Relationships among Ourselves
We are a team. We each have strengths and weaknesses that we bring to the
group. We understand our own limitations and enlist support in our work when
needed. Collaboration is a critical element in accomplishing our mission.
We hold each other accountable to biblical principles and these core values.
We respect each others' contributions.
Understanding our Role
We understand that we are student leaders on this campus. Our work will affect
and often involve other student groups, university employees, and community
members. We remain mindful of our position, always seeking to serve others
in their need. We seek to collaborate with others whenever possible. A primary
focus is to link formal classroom learning with students' living experiences.
Statement of Commitment
We commit to God and each other to honor these core values in all we do. We
give God all glory for any accomplishments.