Matthew Galligan Scholarship
The Matthew Galligan Scholarship was established in 2020 by Michael and Mary Galligan in memory of their son who passed away on November 22, 2017 after a 23-month courageous battle with Glioblastoma (GBM) brain cancer. Matt continued his studies at Sacred Heart for a year and a half after being diagnosed, and he did so with enthusiasm and determination. Matt’s great smile, spirit and generous heart will never be forgotten and will live on through the students that benefit from his scholarship.
Scholarship Criteria
- Incoming or continuing undergraduate student enrolled full-time or part-time at Sacred Heart University
- Suffer from a terminal, chronic or ongoing illness.
- Be a kind-hearted individual that gives back to his/her community, and shows generosity and caring for others through their involvement in activities at Sacred Heart or their local community.
- Submit a separate application that includes a personal statement reflecting on living with illness, maintaining a positive mindset and approaching life with enthusiasm.
The deadline to apply for this scholarship is June 15, 2025.
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To make a donation by check, make checks payable to Sacred Heart University and mail to:
Sacred Heart University
University Advancement
5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825
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