Malory Peacock Named Delta Sigma Pi's 2025 Regional Collegian of the Year
Established more than 50 years ago, the Collegian of the Year award honors members who exemplify leadership, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to the values of Delta Sigma Pi. Peacock, a member of USD’s Alpha Eta Chapter, was selected for her outstanding service and leadership at both the chapter and national levels.
“Receiving the Regional Collegian of the Year award is an incredibly humbling and rewarding experience,” said Peacock. “It feels like a culmination of all the hard work, passion, and many late nights and early mornings I’ve poured into revitalizing and growing our chapter. This recognition affirms that when you lead with purpose, progress truly is possible – and that people notice when you keep showing up with heart.”
A double major in supply chain management and human resource management with a minor in international business, Peacock has been a transformational leader within Delta Sigma Pi and across campus. Over her four years in the fraternity, she has served as senior vice president, vice president of professional activities, and twice as a national representative at Grand Chapter Congress. She was also named the chapter’s Collegian of the Year before earning this year’s regional recognition.
Outside of Delta Sigma Pi, Peacock serves as president of USD’s Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), where she revitalized the organization and significantly increased its impact on campus. She is also a Beacom School of Business Dean’s Ambassador, tutor, member of the Honors Program, and participant in the President’s Senior Leadership Institute.
Peacock has pursued numerous international and professional development opportunities, including studying abroad in Germany, representing USD in the Model United Nations in the Netherlands and participating in Coyote Business Consulting.
Her dedication has not gone unnoticed.
“The Collegian of the Year for a member of Delta Sigma Pi is someone who exemplifies the characteristics of the ‘ideal’ member,” said Dan Tracy, Delta Sigma Pi chapter advisor and professor at the Beacom School of Business. “Malory is the embodiment of the ideal servant-leader for our seven-university region. This is only the second time a USD student has received this regional recognition.”
Peacock credits Delta Sigma Pi for shaping much of her college experience.
“It’s been the most transformative part of my time at USD,” she said. “It’s where I’ve grown as a leader, built lifelong friendships, and gained professional confidence. Every moment has pushed me to lead authentically and invest in others.”
As she prepares to graduate, Peacock plans to take the leadership, communication and strategic thinking skills she’s honed through Delta Sigma Pi into a career in supply chain management and community economic development.
“Being part of this fraternity has given me the confidence to lead change both locally and globally – and to believe in my ability to make a difference wherever I go.”
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