Student applications sought for Class of 1937 Scholarship, Charles O. McGaughey Leadership Award

Applications are being accepted for the Class of 1937 Scholarship and for the Charles O. McGaughey Leadership Award.

The Class of 1937 Scholarship is awarded to continuing undergraduate students who have been active in leadership activities and have demonstrated significant leadership potential. To be eligible, students must be registered full-time as a sophomore, junior, or senior during first and second semesters of the 2020-21 academic year. Traditionally, multiple scholarships are made in amounts ranging from $400 to $4,000 dollars. The deadline for submitting the Class of 1937 Scholarship application is 5 p.m. Jan. 13.

The Charles O. McGaughey Leadership Award is given to students who have completed at least two semesters as a full-time undergraduate student on Purdue’s West Lafayette campus. The award is based on the demonstration of outstanding leadership abilities and having made a significant contribution to the community. Current sophomores, juniors, and seniors (anticipating graduation in 2020) may apply. The committee anticipates selecting up to four recipients who will receive up to $4,000 each. The deadline for submitting the Charles O. McGaughey Leadership Award application is 5 p.m. Jan. 15.

Applications and a full explanation of qualifications and selection criteria for the Class of 1937 Scholarship and the Charles O. McGaughey Leadership Award are available online.

For more information contact, Harry Brown, associate director of the Leadership and Professional Development Initiative, at hebrown@purdue.edu.