Foundation Theatre Scholarships Many privately endowed scholarships are made possible by the contributions of alumni and friends of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ. These scholarships, created through the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Foundation, are available for full-time Truman students in varying amounts. (Please note: all scholarship amounts are estimates and subject to approval by the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ 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 deserving of special commendation. Scholarships are awarded during the spring semester to be used the following academic year. The Foundation Scholarship Applications are normally available in mid-January and Truman’s Office of Advancement notifies students by email letting them know when to apply. Table of Contents Toggle The Edna Millay Campbell Scholarship The Hearst Fine Arts Scholarship (Theatre) Vincent Price Theatrical Performance Scholarship Annual Steve Rose Performing Arts Scholarships Ronald M. Rybkowski Honorary Technical Theatre Scholarship The Severns/Srnka Scholarship 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 formerly located downtown Kirksville 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: Completed 12 or more semester hours Minimum 2.5 GPA Demonstrate proficiency in one of the performing arts The Hearst Fine Arts Scholarship (Theatre) À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ received a grant from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. A portion of this grant funds scholarships for theatre majors with financial need. Criteria: Outstanding student Financial need Vincent Price Theatrical Performance Scholarship Vincent Price, an internationally known actor, established this award in 1984. Price performed at À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ more than at any other college or university in the country. Criteria: Selection will be based entirely on the acting skills, ability and artistry as displayed in public performance done under the management of the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ 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. 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: Junior or senior majoring in the performing arts Maintain an active role in performing, producing or directing Demonstrate financial need Be in good academic standing with the University Ronald M. Rybkowski Honorary Technical Theatre Scholarship This scholarship was established in 2019 by Truman theatre alumni and friends in honor of longtime theatre faculty member Ron Rybkowski. For 31 years, Rybkowski had a tremendous impact on hundreds of Truman students through compassionate teaching and mentoring, strong technical theatre education and a healthy sense of humor. Criteria: Experience at Truman in technical theatre (e.g. scene designer, light designer, technical director, stage manager, props master) Demonstrated leadership qualities, excellent work ethic and ability to work effectively as a member of a production team  Strong character, positive attitude, academic ability, organizational skills and appreciation of the liberal arts mission of a well-rounded education 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: Theatre major Excellence in theatre practice Excellence in theatre studies For More Information Most scholarships for the upcoming academic year can be applied for in February through TruView. Additional scholarship opportunities are announced in the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Today campus newsletter when available. Dawn Howd, Director of Stewardship Office of Advancement McClain Hall 205 (660) 785-4207 dhowd@truman.edu Amy Martin, Foundation Scholarship Coordinator Financial Aid Office McClain Hall 103 (660) 785-4103 amartin@truman.edu