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The Alfred Levitt Memorial Scholarship in Art (Annual)

This scholarship was established in the memory of Alfred Levitt, artist, teacher, cherished friend, and generous contributor to the Department of Art & Art History at the University of Mary Washington. Mr. Levitt's affection for this institution and his encouragement of young artistic talent are remembered in this scholarship, which he funded through a generous provision in his estate. Generations of aspiring artists at Mary Washington will benefit from his gift, and Mr. Levitt's legacy will live on in perpetuity at the College.

Application Due Date: March 13, by 5 p.m.

Eligibility: The scholarship shall be awarded annually to a rising junior or senior who is majoring in studio art.

Amount of Scholarship: TBA Nancy Fallon, Self-Made World, 2002 Levitt Scholarship Recipient

Procedure for Application: Application requires hard copies of both a cover sheet (see section "Cover Sheets") and essay and a portfolio of 10-15 works, CD's or slides. The essay must be typed, double-spaced, and no longer than five pages. Applicants must articulate qualifications consistent with the description of the scholarship and present convincing evidence that focused artistic endeavors have already been pursued. This should include awards or recommendations previously received in art. The essay should include the applicant's career goals.

For the portfolio, include work produced in Studio Art courses or independently (independent work strongly encouraged). Good quality reproduction is required. All submissions must be appropriately labeled by title, media, date of completion, and course for which the work was done (if applicable). Resources may be available for preparing slides. Applicants should consult with their major advisors for more information on preparing slides.

Resources are available for preparing slides. Applicants should consult with their major advisors for more information.

Selection: The Studio Art faculty, in consultation with the Office of Financial Aid, will select the recipient of the Levitt scholarship. Reviewers will focus on clear prose and statement of intention, accuracy of information, good writing skills, quality of work represented in the portfolio, and potential for successful pursuit of a career in studio art beyond the undergraduate experience. Preference shall be given to a student with demonstrated financial aid.