2022 ARTS ALIVE AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS RECIPIENTS
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” – Pablo Picasso
This year’s applicants were impressive and deserve a round of applause.
A big shout out to the Scholarship Committee and Review Panel for their expertise and professionalism.
Dr. Shirley Carter Olsson Recurring Scholarship - $500
This scholarship honors the life of Dr. Shirley Carter Olsson and is awarded to past scholarship winners in their second year of college if they continue in their major.
Lucy VIcks
Theater
Graduate of New Kent High School
Attending Christopher Newport University
Majoring in Theater and Minoring in Leadership Studies
C. Herbert Brown, Jr. Performing Arts Scholarship - $1,000
Designed to help graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in the performing arts. It was established in memory of Arts Alive’s founder, first president and director, C. Herbert Brown, Jr. to honor his life, as well as his love for children and music.
Cadence Roberts
Graduate of New Kent High School
Attending Christopher Newport University
Majoring in Musical Performance Percussion and Clinical Psychology
Summer Arts Camp Scholarship 2023 - $200
Summer Arts Camp is a week-long camp for children who have completed grades K-8. Arts Alive, Inc offers limited full-ride scholarships to Summer Arts Camp for qualifying local families.
Serenity Street
7 Years Old
King William County Resident
Stevella Brown
10 Years Old
King William County Resident
Andy Conklin Visual Arts Scholarship - $1,000
Awarded to assist graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in the visual arts. It was set-up to honor Andy Conklin, an original founder, president and director of Arts Alive, and his dedication and love for the arts.
No Recipient for 2023