Cadet James McManus named Governor of SCSCL

2014 Dec 2

James McManus, of Mendham, NJ, a junior education major and the regimental public affairs NCO for the South Carolina Corps of Cadets at The Citadel, was recently named governor of the South Carolina Student Legislature.The SCSL is a student-run mock legislature that was founded to teach its members critical skills that propel them to excellence in business and government. Preceding Cadet McManus are eight governors from The Citadel, dating back to 1964.

McManus' foundation with SCSL began as a freshman when one of his cadet officers suggested he join because of his interest in politics. "I've made a lot of friends from all over the state and had a lot of fun learning about the intricacies of the legislative process. We had a great session this fall; Marco Rubio visited and talked with delegates although The Citadel delegation missed his visit due to Leadership Day," said McManus. "State Attorney General Alan Wilson came last year and it was a great privilege to meet him."

McManus was quick to acknowledge the support of his fellow student legislators. "I am so grateful and honored to be elected the governor of the South Carolina Student Legislature," he said. "Thank you all for your continued support. I can't wait to work with you all in the 2015 term. Into the future we go, where our achievements are only limited by our ambitions."

McManus is an officer in several other clubs on and off campus. Additionally, he is a volunteer EMT in his hometown, and upon graduation in May of 2016, he will commission as an officer in the U.S. Coast Guard.