SHED is a lobbying effort conducted by the South Dakota Student Federation during the legislative session, which has taken place annually in Pierre since 1974. There are over 130 registered students from across the state attending the session. Simply put, SHED gives a forum for student issues, concerns, and needs, he said.
Legislators constantly have contact with people that are lobbying for their own self interests.
I feel our participation is essential. We can communicate an unbiased view to the legislators because much of the legislation that we do support would not take effect until we are done with school. We merely act for the benefit of the institution and future students with the hope of bettering the educational opportunities in the state. Someday those future students could be our children. Attending SHED gives the opportunity for students to network with legislators, regents, and students from across the state.