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Chicago Society Scholarships

For a second year in a row, we're thrilled to offer this scholarship and to do so in Brother McCleary's honor!

Undergraduate Chicago Society members are encouraged to apply before the November 30, 2025 deadline.

2025 Scholarships Honor Brother McCleary

Who Was Don?

Brother Donald C. McCleary, Texas Alpha '71 was an award winning attorney and activist with a commitment to equality. Read about his leadership and understand more about his impact on the fraternity.

More about Don.

Across SigEp you can still see his legacy today. Inside the Kief House in Richmond, VA is the Innovation Room and chapter excellence awards for member development are named in Don memory as well.

How To Apply?

Do your research and read about Don and his legacy. Consider the ways that the spirit that moved him to be courageous leader is alive in you too -- fanning the flame of your passion for SigEp and inclusivity. Apply below.

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*Scholarship recipients must be registered Chicago Society members. Join here.

Contact Information

First name

Last name

Phone

Institution & Involvement Information

Institution Name

Institution City & State

Major

GPA

Graduation Date

Campus Involvements (Title, Organization Name, Dates)

Campus Awards (Awards, Dates)

SigEp Information

Chapter Designation ("Alabama Alpha")

Date Joined (DD/MM/YYYY)

SigEp Involvements (Title, Organization Name, Dates)

SigEp Awards (Awards, Dates)

Other

Resume (Include sharable URL)

Other Links (Other websites, LinkedIn, portfolios, or socials that further highlight your accomplishments)

Application Questions

1. How have you championed progressive causes, and in what ways do you embody the values that Donald C. McCleary advocated during his lifetime?

2. How do you embody SigEp’s Cardinal Principles of Virtue, Diligence, and Brotherly Love in your daily life and interactions within the fraternity?

3. In what ways have you actively supported and promoted inclusivity within the GBTQ+ community?

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