2026/2027 Performing Arts Scholarship Application- Technical Support

2026/2027 Performing Arts Scholarship Application - Technical Support

Application Deadline: March 2, 2026
Auditions/Interviews: March 9 and l0, 2026

Please read the following instructions carefully. You must submit all required documents by the March 2, 2026, deadline in order to be considered for a scholarship.

You must have submitted to Southern Union an Application for General Admission along with your official ID and meet all admission requirements. You may apply for admission and scholarships online at www.suscc.edu.
You must complete the performing arts scholarship application with the following attachments:
1. Scholarship Recommendation Form
2. Copy of high school transcripts (an unofficial copy will be accepted)
You may audition for a scholarship in more than one area of performing arts, but you may accept only one scholarship. You must complete an audition request form for each area of performing arts for which you wish to apply. Request forms are available for Music, Dance, Theatre, and Technical Support.
You must contact the director(s) – preferably by email – to schedule an audition/interview:

The Scholarship Application form and all attachments, the Application for General Admission, and Audition Request form(s) must be submitted by March 2, 2026.

Performing Arts Scholarship Checklist:

Application for General Admission
Official ID
Performing Arts Scholarship Application
Recommendation Form
Audition Request Form(s)
Copy of high school transcript (unofficial copy will be accepted with scholarship application; OFFICIAL high school transcript must be submitted once graduation has been posted on transcript)

1. Performing Arts Scholarship Application

I am applying for a Performing Arts Scholarship in: (Mark all that apply. You may apply for a scholarship in more than one area. However, you may accept only one scholarship.)*

MusicDanceTechnical Support

Name:*

First NameLast Name

SU Student ID Number:*

Example, A01234567

Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Date of Birth:*

Date

Email Address:*

Example, jsmith01@mail.suscc.edu

Phone Number:*

Please enter a valid phone number

High School:*

Graduation Date:*

Date

Use this option to upload your high school transcript:*

Use this option to upload an official ID:*

It will be the responsibility of the student to download and print the verification document below to give to the Counselor or Principal to complete. Once completed you will need to upload the document using the option below.

Use this option to upload the completed Counselor/Principal Verification Form:*

It will be the responsibility of the student to download and print the recommendation document below to give to the Counselor, Principal, or Instructor to complete. Once completed you will need to upload the document using the option below.

Use this option to upload the completed Recommendation Form:*

2. Technical Support Audition Form

Dear Technical Support Scholarship applicant:

Thank you for your interest in Southern Union State Community College’s Technical Production Program for the Performing Arts. Interviews will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, in the Renaissance Center Choral Studio on our Wadley Campus. Each prospective scholarship recipient must conduct a personal interview with a SUSCC representative(s). Interviews will be closed to everyone else. One of our financial aid representatives will be available to talk with parents/guardians on the day of interviews, and campus tours are available upon request.

Below are guidelines for your interview:

Bring any supporting material of your involvement at shows, performances, or gatherings that demonstrates your skill in regards to the technical areas of a production. Acceptable formats include:
* CD/DVD/Blu-Ray
* Photos
Prepare questions you might have regarding the duties of a technical crew member based on your past experience and what you have seen at Southern Union’s productions.
The areas you should be prepared to discuss in which your prior expertise/experience will be useful include but are not limited to:

* Video production (acquisition and post-production)
*Audio production (acquisition and post-production)
* Stage work including rigging, show management and set preparation
from the technical perspective
* Lighting fixture setup and light console programming/operation

During your interview, we will answer any questions you may have. We are looking for talented, hard-working, enthusiastic young adults who want to participate in our productions as a member of the technical crew. Good attitudes and pleasant personalities are just as important as your technical abilities.At Southern Union, we have state-of-the-art technology, a supportive administration, a beautiful campus, and qualified faculty. The Music, Dance and Theatre Departments of Southern Union have a rich history of accomplishments.

Our technical program utilizes state-of-the-art digital equipment for pre-production, conducting the show, and post-production. Those students awarded a scholarship will become proficient in the operation of numerous theatrical production components encompassing both hardware and software.

Please read the instructions on the Scholarship Application carefully. You must submit all required documents by the March 2 deadline in order to be considered for a scholarship. Please note that in addition to submitting all required documents, you must contact me, preferably by email, to schedule a time for your appointment. If you cannot come to campus on March 9, we will discuss alternate dates and formats for you.

We look forward to meeting you and exploring your talents in the technical production field.

Sincerely,

William W. Rayfield III, Ed.D.
Director of Music
trayfield@suscc.edu
256-395-2211, extension 5191

Awards/Honors/Activities:*

Describe your experience and training in technical support for the fine arts:*

If you don't have any experience, type None

If you should receive a technical support scholarship to SUSCC, would you:*

CommuteLive in the Dorm

I certify that all information I have provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Signature:*

Date Signed:*

Date

It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System and Southern Union State Community College that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Persons requiring reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Southern Union State Community College ADA Coordinator at (334) 745-6437, extension 5488.