Dr. Katie Whitlock Memorial Scholarship

Priority 1: *Major – Theatre Arts with an emphasis in theatre design, ie. lighting, sound, set, costume, makeup, or stage management.
Strong preference for students who demonstrate a sincere interest in sound design and a commitment to pursuing this aspect of theatre design in a professional career.
*Priority 2: Major – Theatre Arts with an emphasis in acting and posses an appreciation for and interest in theatre design.
Strong preference for actors who would be considered “non-traditional” in the audition process.
Priority 3: Major-Musical Theatre, if no eligible applicants in first two priorities, may be considered if they demonstrate a sincere interest in theatre design and who would be considered “non-traditional” in the audition realm.

• Class level: JR or SR.
• Enrollment status: Continuing or new transfer.
• Music and Theatre Department requires audition/interview.
  Years eligible: 2

The intent of this scholarship is to assist and inspire students who reflect Dr. Katie’s unique creative spirit and who demonstrate a commitment to theatre arts as well as a life-long pursuit of collaborative artistic achievement. Dr. Katie Whitlock, “DK”, was an associate professor of theatre at Chico State from 2006 to 2015 and was granted full professorship posthumously in 2016. She impacted countless theatre students, in particular those in whom she recognized greatness, but who were not necessarily aware of it themselves, and who were not often cast in leading roles. Her mother, Dr. Adele H. Bealer established the scholarship to continue DK’s work in encouraging, inspiring, teaching, and celebrating students to pursue a degree and career in theatre arts.
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