Illinois & Chicago Chapter
Hall of Fame
The Illinois & Chicago Chapter, founded in 1972, is one of the two original chapters of Safari Club International. Our Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have served SCI and our Chapter in truly exceptional ways, demonstrating value far above and beyond the average.
Current Hall of Fame Members
Roman Hupalowski
Keith Bates
George Swiderski
Michael J. Miller
John Pouleson
Allen Odiet
Slawa SwiderskiNomination Criteria
To be nominated for the Chapter’s highest honor, an individual:
- must have been an SCI Life Member;
- must have been a Chapter Member for at least 10 years;
- must have served on the Chapter Board of Directors for at least six years, or made substantial contributions to the Chapter through other means for multiple years; and
- must have consistently supported SCI, our Chapter, and our programs through donations, funding, time, and/or materials.
Nominations may be submitted in writing to the Board of Directors by any Chapter Member in good standing and must include the written support of at least three current Board Members. The five Chapter Officers serve as the Selection Committee and may elect, by majority vote, no more than two inductees in a calendar year. Inductees are honored at the Chapter’s next annual fundraiser banquet.