Don P. Burdick Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to UWO students who meet the following criteria:

  • Enrollment Status: Full-time undergraduate
  • Declared Major: Any Bachelor’s Degree, preference will be given to Theatre majors/minors
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA in their major
  • Minimum 45 credits completed
  • Must have involvement in UWO theatre productions
  • Previous recipients are eligible to apply. However, students may only receive the award two times.

Selection is based primarily on commitment and passion for the performing arts. Academic achievement will be of secondary consideration. Financial need may be considered, but will not be the deciding factor.

Award Payment: Fall 2026. If the recipient is not enrolled in the required number of credits for the indicated semester, the award payment will be forfeited.

Donor
Family and Friends of Don Burdick
Award
$825
Categories
School of Media, Arts, & Communication, Theatre, Undergraduate Award
Deadline
11/05/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please enter your GPA in your major.
  2. Have you participated in UW-Oshkosh theatre productions?
  3. Please upload your resume. Make sure to include your employment history, volunteer work, extracurricular activities, and any leadership positions you have held.
  4. Please submit a statement that demonstrates your lifelong interest/commitment to theatre through high school, community, UW-Oshkosh Theatre, or other programs. If applicable, please address your financial need in your statement.
  5. You must provide the name and email of two individuals (non-relatives) who have agreed to serve as references to support your application. One must be a UWO faculty or staff member. Your references must comment on your interest/commitment to theatre.
    • Please provide the name and email of your reference. They will be notified to submit their recommendation once added to your application.