Unique careers like Stage Management, Theater Design, Playwriting, and more should be encouraged just like the other careers. To do so, The Cody Renard Richard is welcoming students to apply for its authentic The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program. Candidates who identify as black, Asian, Latinx, Indigenous or a person of color are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Candidates should pursue a degree or a concentration in Stage Management, Technical Theatre, Theatre Design, Playwriting, Directing, or Theatre Management and should be enrolled, or intend to enroll, at an accredited college or university based in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska in the Spring of 2021.
This scholarship program aims to help students reach their full artistic, academic, and leadership potential by providing a direct financial contribution to help ease the burden of the many costs of attending higher education learning institutions, such as tuition, housing, textbooks, and class fees. The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program strives to encourage, Cultivate, and provide a space for the next generation of BIPOC artists, while honoring, recognizing, and welcoming their future contributions to the theatrical world.
Cody holds a BFA in Stage Management from Webster Conservatory, where he graduated with departmental honors. He has a passion for paying it forward and providing space for students and early career professionals. His favorite color is red, he loves an onesie, he can recite the entirety of The Little Rascals movie, and he still doesn’t know how to swim. His favorite musicals are Evita and Dreamgirls. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Cody grew up on a ranch surrounded by cows, chickens, horses, rabbits, and even pigs. He competed with his family in Rodeo events before trading his cowboy boots in for a career in theatre.
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Brief Description
Take a look at details of the scholarship in the table given below:
| Organization | Cody Renard Richard |
| Educational Level | College or University students |
| Subjects | Arts |
| Amount | $1500 |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | Undefined |
| City | Houston |
| Nationality | Domestic and International |
| Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | October 25, 2020 |
| Application Fees | Nil |
| Requirement | Application, Transcript, Letter of recommendation |
Who May Be Eligible?
Are you interested in this scholarship? Follow the below-given criteria:
- Applicants should identify as Black, Asian, Latinx, Indigenous, or a Person of Color.
- The fellow should pursue a degree or a concentration in Stage Management, Technical Theatre, Theatre Design, Playwriting, Directing, or Theatre Management.
- Individuals must be enrolled or intend to enroll, at an accredited college or university based in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska, in 2021.
- Applicants should be full-time students for the academic year.
- Fellows must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Candidates should be at least a senior in high school.
- Students studying at community colleges, online programs, or trade schools are not eligible.
- Students enrolled or intending to enroll in a college or university in a United States territory are NOT eligible.
How to Apply
Only the eligible students should apply for the scholarship through an online application form. All the mandatory information should be provided adequately in the application. The committee will reject late or incomplete submissions. Other supporting materials should be submitted without any negligence. Candidates should maintain the originality of their materials and agree with the firm’s terms and conditions.
Supporting Documents
- Applicants should record a one-minute video essay explaining why they are right for this scholarship.
- The latest transcripts, two letters of Recommendation, Proof of enrolment, or enrollment of year 20/ 2021 academic year should be submitted.
Benefits
The selected recipients will receive a $1,500 scholarship for the Spring 2021 semester. As a scholarship recipient, fellows will be required to attend three online sessions with Cody Renard Richard. Through these sessions, candidates will have the unique opportunity to connect, learn from, and engage with various theatrical industry leaders. These sessions will also allow students to create relationships with the other scholarship recipients across the US while learning about community building, leadership, mentorship, social justice, and racial equity.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the program is October 25, 2020.
