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you are here…you are here…you are ART@ElonApplication for the Warren Scholarship for Excellence in the Visual Arts 2016/17
The Judge T. and Allie Brower Warren Scholarship was originally established by Dorothy M. Warren, Elon College Class of 1940, in honor of her parents. These competitive scholarships are open to any first-year student, rising sophomore, or rising junior currently enrolled in Elon University pursuing a major or minor in Studio Art, who has an overall grade point average of at least 3.0, and will be enrolled full-time at Elon during the 2017/18 academic year.
Applicant Name ____________________________________________________________________________________Please type Last First Middle
Address ____________________________________________________City ___________________________________
State _______ Zip Code ___________Telephone _________________________Email ____________________________
Current class rank: Incoming 1st yr. student Sophomore Junior
For current students: Semester hours of ART completed by May 2017 (not including Art History)
Art major Art minor
Additional majors and/or minors
Current overall grade point average
Highlight the type of work that BEST describes your scholarship exhibit: Two-dimensional work that can be hung on the wall Three-dimensional work that can rest on a pedestal Work that requires a digital or video environment Other (please specify)
ESSAY Write a cohesive essay that addresses the following questions:1. Please describe any financial need or hardship that this scholarship may address.2. How you have been actively engaged in your art-making practice, participated in the visiting artist and art history
lecture programs, and/or lead through engagement in critiques and discussions within your classes? 3. With regard to your artwork and growth as an artist, outline your goals for the coming year.4. Clarify how this scholarship would help you realize those goals.
EXHIBITED WORKSFollowing the submission of your application, each current Elon student will exhibit a minimum of SIX and maximum of TWELVE works as part of the scholarship application process. On April 1st you will receive an e-mail notification designating your exhibition site in Arts West. Artwork for this exhibition must have been completed sometime during your enrollment at Elon University, though they need not have been completed as a part of class assignment. You may consult with your mentor and/or professor about work selection. You are responsible for acquiring and installing ALL technology related accessories and/or pedestals for your exhibit. Please speak with your professor to make these arrangements. First year students: scholarship decisions will be based on your submitted portfolio.
Artworks will be evaluated on: The quality of the work, especially as it demonstrates your ability to effectively combine ideas/concepts with the
skillful manipulation of media. Evidence of innovation, independent thinking, and creative problem-solving as a visual artist. Presentation; arrangement/organization of the exhibit; effective use of title cards/signage, explanation of
processes, etc. Works need not be framed.
PLEASE ADHERE TO ALL DEADLINES Applications Accepted March 10th – 31th / Final Deadline: Friday, March 31h by 5:00 p.m.
Submit your application electronically in Microsoft word format to Dr. Shawn Tucker at: [email protected]. Your
application should be sent with the file name using the following format: yourname_warrenscholar16_17.doc.
Please do not send it as a PAGES document.
Exhibition Space Assignment: Saturday, April 1st. Applicants will receive an email designating their exhibition
space in Arts West.
Exhibition Installation Deadline: Tuesday, April 4th by 5:00 p.m. Students will have until this time to install an
exhibition of their work. The exhibition must adhere to the guidelines described above.
Retrieve Work Deadline: Tuesday, April 11th – Friday, April 14th by 5:00 p.m. Students must retrieve their work
by this date/time.
Scholarship Notification: By letter from the department chair.
Award recognition at the year-end department picnic Tuesday, May 9th
QUESTIONS?If you have additional questions please contact any of the studio art faculty or Associate Professor Shawn Tucker, Scholarship Coordinator at: [email protected]
