Lawrell Ray Hilgeman Memorial Scholarship
Annual scholarship created by Veale Creek Players in memory of Lawrell Ray Hilgeman.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary degree at any accredited college, university, or vocational institution and have been involved in productions featured at the Veale Creek Theatre in Washington, Indiana. Although it is desired that applicants plan to study performing arts at an accredited educational institution, other majors may be considered. If there are an insufficient number of applicants in a given year, applications will be accepted from performing arts students who have not had prior involvement with the Veale Creek Theatre.
Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form.
Supplemental Requirements
Three personal or artistic reference letters from individuals unrelated to the applicant. Only one letter should be from a faculty/staff member of the school applicant presently attends.
Official grade transcript.
Award Amount
$1,020
Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight
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