Reaching for Tomorrow's Stars
Endowed in 2011 by one current and two former deans (Dr. Bryan W. DePoy, Mr. Joe Edwards, and Dr. George E. McCloud) of the Cliffe College of Creative Arts at YSU, this scholarship is designed to recruit future and retain present students in CAC disciplines. Students receiving the scholarship must achieve success benchmarks by progressing through their degrees by 25% at the end of their first year, 50% by the end of their second year, 75% by the end of their third year, and be registered for required courses to complete their degrees by their fourth year. Exceptions can only be granted by the Dean of the College. Graduate students are also eligible for the scholarship. Students must be admitted in good standing to their respective programs and admitted on a non-conditional basis to the university without the need of remedial classes. Students must reapply each year for transcript review.
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Roger and Gloria Jones Scholarship in Fine Arts
This scholarship was established in 2014 by Roger and Gloria Jones. Eligible students must be entering freshmen and have declared a major in art, music, or theatre in Cliffe College of Creative Arts. They must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need (FAFSA must be completed). The scholarship is renewal, but the student must compete each year with the pool of applicants and complete the application and selection process each year.
#LoveMusic Dr. Stephen L. Gage Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2023 by the Gage family and friends of Dr. Stephen L. Gage. Dr. Gage served as Director of Bands and Orchestras at the Dana School of Music for 28 years from 1993-2021. During those years, he influenced the lives of thousands of students, helping them to develop their passion for music and honing their skills for sharing that passion. He constantly encouraged his students, present as well as former, to “be the music” and “dare to be great.” This scholarship continues that legacy by providing support for students who demonstrate Dr. Gage’s catchphrase “#lovemusic.” Eligible students must be full-time undergraduates in their second, third, or fourth year and majoring in music education or music performance with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to a student performing in the band or orchestra program. As long as the eligibility requirements are met, the scholarship may be renewable through the application and selection process for a maximum of two years.
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