Wood Talent Grant

Opportunity for Exceptional Fine Arts Students – Deadline March 1st

 

2023 Wood Talent Grant recipients and donor, from top left, clockwise: Amy Edler (Art), Edward Brown (Music), Hannah Greene (FLPA), Trysh Womack (FLPA), Karen Parrish (donor), Seamus Knight (FLPA). UAF Photo by Jaunelle Celaire
Jaunelle Celaire
2023 Wood Talent Grant recipients and donor, from top left, clockwise: Amy Edler (Art), Edward Brown (Music), Hannah Greene (FLPA), Trysh Womack (FLPA), Karen Parrish (donor), Seamus Knight (FLPA)

The William and Dorothy Jane Wood Talent Grant is an incredible opportunity for UAF students with a passion and potential for excellence in the fine arts. Established by former UAF President William R. Wood and his wife Dorothy Jane, this grant has supported talented students in the Music, Art, and Theatre & Film departments for many years. Funded through the Crossroads fashion show, the Wood Talent Grant is a vital source of support for students dedicated to developing their artistic skills.

This grant is designed to recruit and retain students who exhibit exceptional potential in their field and encourage them to further hone their talents while attending UAF.

Students must submit an application form, an essay, a letter of recommendation, and a portfolio or performance sample to be considered. Continuing students must re-apply for consideration each year.

All applications must be submitted by March 1st.

 

Grant Details

 

Eligibility

Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students at UAF Must be majoring in Music, Art, or Theatre & Film Minimum 2.5 GPA Must demonstrate potential for excellence in the fine arts.

Award Amount

One or more awards of $1,000 or more will be given, at the discretion of the selection committee.

Forfeiture

Award recipients will forfeit the grant if they do not enroll in the semester for which the award is given or if placed on academic probation.

 

Don’t miss this chance to receive financial support and recognition for your talent in the fine arts. Apply now and take your skills to the next level!