The North Carolina Student Legislature participated in the 2026 Annual Session and took home several awards!

The 2026 North Carolina Annual Session was held in the legislative chambers of the Old State Capitol, April 17-19, 2026.

Awards:

Delegation of the Year– UNC Charlotte

Delegate of the Year- Ashton Weaver

Best Bill in the House– Lathan Armogida and Nandi Boini

Best Bill in the Senate– James Haviland and Aiden Allison

Delegates sworn in to statewide offices for the 2026-27 academic year:

Ashton Weaver- Governor

Elijah Christian Cordero- Treasurer

UNC Charlotte delegates sponsored eight bills that passed into law.

If you are interested in the North Carolina Student Legislature, contact Dr. Eric Heberlig at eric.s.heberlig@charlotte.edu.