The Performance Studies Division is pleased to announce that a generous bequest by Marie J. Robinson has created an annual $250 scholarship for a graduate student in Performance Studies. The first award was presented at the 2004 convention in Chicago.
Dr. Marie J. Robinson received her B.L.I. from Emerson College (1935), her M.A. from Michigan State University (1944), and her Ph.D. from Northwestern University (1960). She taught speech and Drama at Lockport Senior High in Lockport, New York (1935-43); served as Head of the Department of Speech and Drama at State Teachers College, Bemidji, Minnesota (1944-45), was Instructor of Speech at Syracuse University in New York (1945-49); and was Professor of Speech at Illinois Wesleyan University (1950-80), where she served as Department Head from 1953 to 1974. She actively served her profession, helping to form the New York State Speech Association and holding executive office in the Illinois Speech and Theatre Association as well as the Central States Speech Association. She actively coached forensics and frequently served as a guest artist at performance festival and as visiting artist at other universities. Dr. Robinson continued her service by establishing this scholarship.
For previous awardees, please click here: Previous Winners – Marie J. Robinson
For the selection criteria and application process, click here: Selection – Marie J. Robinson
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