Rosie Mae Riley was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend to all who loved her dearly. She was a staunch supporter of education and believed strongly that it was key to changing one’s life. Rosie was a frequent patron of many arts and culture performances at GSU with her family. To celebrate Rosie’s life and pay tribute to her passion for education and the arts, this scholarship was established by Merri Wilkerson and family in 2018.

Please donate to keep Rosie Mae's passion for the arts alive in our talented Governors State University students.

Eligibility:

• Degree seeking student enrolled in the Theater and Performing Arts program or incoming freshman with an interest in Theater and Performing Arts.
• Enrolled (or about to enroll) in a minimum of 6 credit hours
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• African American female student preferred but not required

Not eligible:

• Community Honors Scholars
• Employees of the University, excluding students receiving financial aid or state funds.

Documents Required:

1. Submit a 500 word essay on why the applicant chose Theater and Performing Arts.

Student Applicants:

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