National Senior Classical League

National Senior Classical League
AbbreviationNational SCL, NSCL
Formation1960[2]
TypeEducational, service
Legal statusNon-profit
PurposeClassical studies
Location
President
Alden Okoh-Aduako
Vice-President
Jake Presson
Secretary
Jameson Sheehy
Treasurer
Parliamentarian
Historian

Editor
Advisor
John Harrington
Joe Giambrone
Hayden Smith
Emma Hulse
Bennett Henkel
Parent organization
American Classical League
AffiliationsNational Junior Classical League
Websitenscl.org

The National Senior Classical League (National SCL or NSCL) is an organization – mostly of college students – which promotes the study, appreciation and advancement of the Classics. It is the college-level affiliate of the National Junior Classical League (NJCL), and both organizations are sponsored by the American Classical League (ACL). Many graduates of NJCL go on to be members in NSCL; high school seniors on the cusp are known as "Slashers" – a reference to their status as "JCL/SCL" members. The organization also awards an annual scholarship to a Classics major, in hopes of producing capable Classics teachers for the future.

Every year, members of the NSCL attend the NJCL convention to assist with and oversee some parts of the convention.[3] The group's main contributions during the week are the administration of the Olympika sporting events; the daily publication of the Convention Ear, a humorous newsletter; and the production of "That's Entertainment", a talent show for JCL members, hosted and featuring skits by SCL members. While SCL members may attend the JCL General Assembly meetings, the SCL also holds separate meetings and elects officers during the week. These meetings are open to slashers as well.

Purpose

According to the NSCL Constitution, the objectives of the organization are as follows:[4]

  • To enhance and promote the appreciation of the classics and classical scholarship in postsecondary education
  • To advise, encourage, and help the Junior Classical League.

Creed and Song

NSCL Creed[5]
We, the members of the Senior Classical League, strive to promote the study of Greek, Latin, and ancient cultures. We believe this study will help us examine the world and expand our understanding of literature, language, arts, sciences, and humanity.

We affirm the SCL experience develops responsibility, fosters community, promotes enthusiasm, encourages competition, inspires dedication and enriches our total growth.

NSCL Song[6]
Seeking to learn, with wisdom our goal,
looking for lessons through stories of old,
searching the realms of the ancient past,
we study the classics' works so vast.

In knowledge, truth, and fellowship,
we're growing every day;
the iron fist of SCL aids in every way.

We'll join our arms and sing along
with every dear colleague,,
and forever we'll hold
to the Purple and Gold
of the Senior Classical League.

Officers

Listed below are the current NSCL Officers (as of August 7, 2025).[7]

Office Officer
President Alden Okoh-Aduako
Vice-President Jake Presson
Secretary Jameson Sheehy
Treasurer John Harrington
Parliamentarian Joe Giambrone
Historian Hayden Smith
Editor Emma Hulse
Advisor Bennett Henkel

State chapters

As of 2020, current State Chapters of the NSCL:[8]

  • Alabama SCL
  • California SCL
  • Florida SCL[9]
  • Georgia SCL[10]
  • Illinois SCL
  • Indiana SCL
  • Kentucky SCL[10]
  • Louisiana SCL
  • Maine SCL
  • Maryland SCL[11]
  • Massachusetts SCL[10]
  • Ohio SCL[12]
  • Oklahoma SCL
  • Ontario SCL
  • Pennsylvania SCL
  • Texas SCL
  • Virginia SCL[10]
  • Wisconsin SCL[10]

See also

  • Eta Sigma Phi - collegiate honor society/co-ed fraternity for Latin, Greek, and Classics majors

References

  1. ^ "The Constitution the National Senior Classical League" (PDF). NSCL.org. Archived from the original (PDF) on July 23, 2011. Retrieved March 25, 2010. The emblem shall be the torch of knowledge under the initials 'SCL,' all encircled by a laurel wreath.
  2. ^ "It's NSCL's 50th Anniversary!". NSCL.org. Retrieved August 19, 2010.
  3. ^ Lisican, Elizabeth (September 5, 2008). "Students loving Latin". Post-Tribune. Sun-Times Media Group. They joined about 1500 JCL students, sponsors, Senior Classical League members and chaperones from 33 states and Ontario...
  4. ^ "NSCL Constitution and Bylaws". NSCL.org. Archived from the original on November 1, 2010. Retrieved August 19, 2010.
  5. ^ "NSCL Creed". NSCL.org. Archived from the original on October 24, 2010. Retrieved August 19, 2010.
  6. ^ "NSCL Song". NSCL.org. Archived from the original on October 24, 2010. Retrieved August 19, 2010.
  7. ^ "Board". NSCL.org. Retrieved 2019-09-08.
  8. ^ "SCL Chapters". www.nscl.org. Archived from the original on 1999-02-18.
  9. ^ "Related Organizations". FJCL.org. Florida Junior Classical League. 2010. Retrieved June 26, 2011.
  10. ^ a b c d e "State Chapters". NSCL.org. 2010. Archived from the original on March 4, 2010. Retrieved March 24, 2010.
  11. ^ "MARYLAND SCL". MARYLAND SCL. Retrieved 2025-01-18.
  12. ^ "OSCL: Convention Registration". OJCL.org. Ohio Junior Classical League (OJCL). 2010. Archived from the original on February 3, 2010. Retrieved August 19, 2010. ... you are agreeing to pay the SCL Convention fee of $50 (due to the OSCL President or Treasurer on arrival at Convention) and...
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