BRAVO AND CHEERS TO YOU: SCHOLARSHIPS IN DRAMATIC MEDIA
Scholarships in Dramatic Media reward students for their academic success, in addition to their contributions (both past and future) as an artist. Recipients will demonstrate a meaningful contribution to the life of the University through participation in our performance ensemble.
AUDITION DATES
- November 12, February 17, April 21, or by appointment.
- Representatives of TLU Dramatic Media will also attend auditions at the GSAA (Greater San Antonio Area Auditions), Texas Thespian Festival, and TETA (Texas Educational Theatre Association)
THE LOCUS ADURO ACADEMIC AWARD IN DRAMATIC MEDIA
Annual Awards from $12,000—$27,000
Our most prestigious scholarship, the Locus Aduro Award in Dramatic Media, supports incoming first-year students who intend to pursue a baccalaureate degree with dramatic media as their major. The scholarship amount is based on academic performance in high school and SAT/ACT scores. Recipients of this scholarship must also schedule an audition and interview for a Jones Fine Arts Scholarship (see information in the section below).
THE JONES FINE ARTS AWARD and PERFORMANCE AWARDS
Annual awards from $3,000—$5,000
It gets better! Prospective students in Dramatic Media become eligible for an additional scholarship—either the Performance Award (for non-majors and minors) or the Jones Fine Arts Award for majors. These performance participation scholarships, which require an audition/interview, provide additional support to students for their talents in the dramatic arts. Finally, regardless of past academic performance, all prospective students are still eligible for either a Performance Award or Jones Fine Arts Performance Award.
See full application requirements below.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Dramatic Media scholarships are awarded to incoming first-year students, transfer students and returning TLU students.
Scholarship awards will be reviewed each semester by the department chair, in consultation with the director of financial aid. At the end of the fall semester, the scholarship may be renewed for the spring semester if acceptable levels and quality of participation in TLU Dramatic Media have been met, and the cumulative GPA of 2.5 has been maintained. The scholarship may be rescinded at the end of the fall semester if any of these criteria are not met. During the spring semester anyone interested in a Dramatic Media scholarship for the following year must apply (See deadline below.) Dramatic Media scholarships are awarded competitively. There are no guarantees of renewal.
- In addition to the requirements listed above, incoming first-year students and transfer students must be admitted to TLU in good standing before being eligible for a Dramatic Media scholarship.
- Returning students who were not initially awarded a Dramatic Media scholarship may apply and be considered Jones Fine Arts Awards and Performance Awards for Non-Majors if they have been active participants in TLU Dramatic Media and have maintained a 2.5 cumulative grade point average.
- Renewal of scholarship awards will be dependent upon the level and quality of the student's performance within TLU Dramatic Media and upon the student's maintaining at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average. Scholarships ordinarily can be awarded up to a maximum of four years, but special consideration may be given to a student experienced in the TLU Dramatic Media program whose regular college program extends beyond four years. The judgement of the department chair, in consultation with the director of financial aid, will be final.
Scholarship awards will be reviewed each semester by the department chair, in consultation with the director of financial aid. At the end of the fall semester, the scholarship may be renewed for the spring semester if acceptable levels and quality of participation in TLU Dramatic Media have been met, and the cumulative GPA of 2.5 has been maintained. The scholarship may be rescinded at the end of the fall semester if any of these criteria are not met. During the spring semester anyone interested in a Dramatic Media scholarship for the following year must apply (See deadline below.) Dramatic Media scholarships are awarded competitively. There are no guarantees of renewal.
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
- TLU Dramatic Media Scholars are organized around a company ensemble model, similar to that of an athletic team. All scholars are members of the company ensemble, and thus are responsible for the production operations of TLU Dramatic Media. Scholars meet on a daily basis, generally for three hours each weekday from 2:30-5:30 p.m. During these daily meetings, scholars are involved in either rehearsals or crew work to support production for both TLU Dramatic Media and TheatreXpress, the official student production organization.
- Dramatic Media Scholars are required to enroll in DRAM 101/111, Dramatic Media Ensemble. This one-hour credit/no-credit course allows Dramatic Media Scholars to receive academic credit for their participation in TLU Dramatic Media. Dramatic Media Ensemble meets in conjunction with the 2:30-5:30 p.m. time discussed above. Scholars should keep their class and work schedule free during this time.
- Dramatic Media Scholars may be assigned special areas of concentration, according to their interests and abilities, working under the supervision of faculty. However, scholars will be trained as well-rounded artists, and are thus expected to participate actively in all aspects of TLU Dramatic Media.
- Because of the company ensemble approach, TLU Dramatic Media Scholars automatically participate in all faculty-produced shows, either in performance or on crews. They also form the core membership for TheatreXpress activities, which include student productions, touring, original material, and so forth.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Dramatic Media scholarships are initially awarded on the basis of demonstrated competence in previous production work. All applicants should submit the following required materials:
In addition to the minimal written requirements, incoming students are required to attend an audition/interview session in conjunction with a campus visit. You will meet with TLU Dramatic Media faculty in an individualized, non-threatening environment.
- Application form.
- Reference form (included with application form download) to be completed by a person in authority who is qualified to evaluate the applicant's competence in fields related to dramatic media.
In addition to the minimal written requirements, incoming students are required to attend an audition/interview session in conjunction with a campus visit. You will meet with TLU Dramatic Media faculty in an individualized, non-threatening environment.
- Performers should prepare a brief 2-5 minute performance featuring either a monologue, recitation of original writing, vocal solo, dance routine, or combination of these forms.
- Technicians/Designers are encouraged to bring any design portfolio materials if available.
- Writers are asked to submit a sample of their original work.
- All applicants will participate in an informal interview with departmental faculty.
CONTACT
For more information about TLU Dramatic Media and available scholarships, please contact:
David Legore
Chair, Dramatic Media Department
Texas Lutheran University • 1000 W. Court St. • Seguin, TX 78155
Phone: 830-372-6021 • Email: dlegore@tlu.edu
David Legore
Chair, Dramatic Media Department
Texas Lutheran University • 1000 W. Court St. • Seguin, TX 78155
Phone: 830-372-6021 • Email: dlegore@tlu.edu
