The bill S. 509 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the South Carolina General Assembly to officially recognize April 1, 2025, as "Higher Education Day" in South Carolina. The resolution highlights the numerous benefits of higher education, including career growth, critical thinking, self-confidence, and the positive impact on families and communities. It emphasizes the role of public and independent colleges and universities in preparing engaged citizens and acknowledges the contributions of the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities Inc., and the South Carolina Technical College System in promoting access, affordability, and excellence in higher education.
The resolution also notes the significant number of institutions serving over 240,000 students in South Carolina, the majority of whom are residents of the state. It underscores the importance of accessible and affordable higher education for the future of South Carolina, ultimately calling for the recognition of this day to celebrate and promote the value of higher education in the state.