We are pleased to offer the George Fox University Art and Design Scholarship to highly motivated students who are gifted in art and design.

We seek applicants who will develop into professionals of strong character, maturity, and Christian commitment, with a vision to provide leadership in design endeavors in the world at large. Scholarships will be granted according to the following criteria:

• Demonstration of ability
• Academic performance and potential for success
• Stewardship of talent in service to Christ and community

When you are invited to compete at Scholarship Competition, you will need to submit the following materials via mail no later than January 25th to:

Professor Mark Terry
George Fox University
414 North Meridian Street #6013
Newberg, Oregon, 97132

Part I – Items to Submit Prior to Scholarship Competition

• Two letters of recommendation addressed to the Art and Design Scholarship Committee written by:
  • A high school teacher or professional in the same area of your scholarship interest
  • A non-family member familiar with your character and leadership potential
• A current photograph of yourself
• A brief essay addressing each of the following questions: (word-processed)

  In the design program, our mission at George Fox University is to prepare technically competent and broadly educated designers for a life of responsible stewardship emerging from a Christian worldview.

  As a student in the George Fox University design program, describe in 1200 words or less how you intend to: (1) accomplish this mission personally, and (2) provide strong, ongoing leadership to your peers in the fulfillment of this mission. (3) Use examples from your past leadership responsibilities, work or volunteer experiences, club memberships, extracurricular activities, or anything that you feel is important.

• Portfolio pieces to be included in presentations must be submitted in digital format ahead of time. (Please save files in .jpg format on a CD. Digital portfolios should be sent on a CD with a case or protective covering with applicant’s name clearly written on both cover and CD.) Printouts of digital work are also recommended and should be sent with this package.

Part II – Presentation and Interview

Scholarship applicants will prepare a 3-5 minute presentation in their area of academic interest. This is an opportunity to show past projects as well as the type of work you hope to produce during your time at George Fox. Please include at least one example of work you helped create that demonstrates abilities in your area of interest. You will present before the members of the Art and Design faculty during the on-campus interview. Students may use whatever notes and visual aides necessary to give their best presentation. Appointment time is limited so please make sure your presentation honors the time limits established.

Each scholarship applicant will be asked to engage in a creative problem solving case study. A hypothetical case study will be presented and the applicant will resolve the issues presented through design solutions as well as share/expound on elements of your earlier submitted essay. We will not expect you to be an expert. The focus will be on critical thinking and decision-making skills of the scholarship applicant. We want to know how you approach the problem, what type of questions you ask, and demeanor in the process.

If you have questions regarding this scholarship, please contact Mark Terry at mterry@georgefox.edu.