The Phi Kappa Tau John Messier Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is intended to honor one of our alumni, John Messier, for being an exceptional man of character. As an example of someone who has lived up to the Creed of Phi Kappa Tau we are using that same Creed to evaluate men applying for this scholarship.

Phi Kappa Tau, by admitting me to membership has conferred upon me a mark of distinction in which I take just pride. I believe in the spirit of brotherhood for which it stands. I shall strive to attain its ideals, and by so doing to bring to it honor and credit. I shall be loyal to my college and my chapter and shall keep strong my ties to them that I may ever retain the spirit of youth. I shall be a good and loyal citizen. I shall try always to discharge the obligation to others which arises from the fact that I am a fraternity man.
-Roland Maxwell, November 19, 1950

Please reflect on how you may demonstrate these values as you write on one of the topics below.

Essay Questions

Please choose one. Essays are to be typed double spaced and printed out in Times New Roman size 12 font. Please attach the essay to the back of this application (if sending via mail) or send it in the form of an attachment via email. Essays should be 500 to 700 words in length.

  1. Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity is committed to the values of scholarship, leadership and exemplary character. Please identify and describe one situation where you exhibited one or more of these traits.
  2. Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity participates nationally in philanthropic endeavors and values giving back to community. Please identify and describe one way in which you have participated in a philanthropic endeavor.
  3. Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity values the fellowship and brotherhood that develops out of respect for a fellow man. Please describe what brotherhood means to you and one situation where you have helped or been helped by someone who you deem worthy to be called your brother.

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