Foundation Theatre Scholarships

Many privately endowed scholarships are made possible by the contributions of alumni and friends of the University. These scholarships are available for full time students in varying amounts. (Please note: all scholarship amounts are estimates and subject to approval by the Board of Governors.)

Each year, the theatre faculty votes to grant a variety of scholarships for performance, technical and design achievement and academic excellence, ranging from $300 awards to $2000, to students whose work in our department deserves special commendation.

Scholarships are awarded during the Spring semester to be used the following academic year. The Foundation Scholarship Applications are available at the following website on January 17.  (https://secure.truman.edu/isupport%2Ds/scholarships.asp)

The Edna Millay Campbell Scholarship

This award was established by friends and relatives of Edna Millay Campbell. She was the founder of the Edna Campbell Bookstore and was also the longtime owner/manager of the University Bookstore. Campbell was noted for being a strong supporter of the performing arts in Kirksville.

Criteria:

1. Completed 12 or more semester hours
2. Minimum 2.5 GPA
3. Demonstrate proficiency in one of the performing arts

The Hearst Scholarships

Truman State University received a grant from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. A portion of this grant funds scholarships for theatre majors with financial need.

Criteria:

1. Outstanding student
2. Financial need

Vincent Price Theatrical Performance Scholarship

Vincent Price, an internationally known actor, established this award in 1984. Price performed at Truman State University more than at any other college or university in the country.

Criteria:

1. Selection will be based entirely on the acting skills, ability and artistry as displayed in public performance done under the management of the Truman State University Theatre Department. The selection may not necessarily be made on the basis of a single performance but on the cumulative effect of any number of qualifying performances.
2. Second semester freshman status or above

Annual Steve Rose Performing Arts Scholarships

In 1994, Steven W. Rose ('69), a Psychology and Theatre Arts graduate, established this scholarship in support of financially-challenged students majoring in theatre, television, video, or motion picture performing arts. Rose is a State Farm Insurance Agent in the Washington, D.C., area and a member of the Screen Actors Guild of America, appearing in motion pictures, on television and in commercials. He also serves as a director of the National Alumni Association.

Criteria:

1. Junior or senior majoring in the performing arts
2. Maintain an active role in performing, producing or directing
3. Demonstrate financial need
4. Be in good academic standing with the University

The Severns/Srnka Scholarship

This scholarship was created in 1991 through gifts made in the honor of Dr. James G. Severns who retired as professor of dramatics after 32 years of service, and Alfred H. Srnka ('60) who retired as assistant professor of dramatics with 30 years of service.

Criteria:

1. Theatre major
2. Excellence in theatre practice
3. Excellence in theatre studies

For more information contact the Alumni/Development Office at 1-800-452-6678 or 1-660-785-4133.  To fill out one of the applications please click on this web address:  https://secure.truman.edu/isupport%2Ds/scholarships.asp  Applications will be available on January 17th, 2008.