The Musical Theatre Guild (MTG) Scholarship
The Musical Theatre Guild (MTG), formed in fall, 1976 with a first production of “Anything Goes” is and has always been run by and for students to provide quality theatrical entertainment to the campus and local community and encourage a life-long love of musical theater.
In 2011, a group of dedicated Musical Theatre Guild Alumni returned to campus for their first reunion and created this scholarship. The Alumni MTG, led currently by President Peg Drisko, class of 1984, has continued to hold reunions annually, attend performances and provide opportunities for networking for Westfield State’s undergraduate students.
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide funds to students who actively participate in, contribute to, support and promote Musical Theatre Guild Club (MTG) demonstrated through one or more of the following: membership, performance, leadership, backstage support or support of the house. Preference will be given to students who are active participants in the Musical Theatre Guild Club and are in good standing with the University. All undergraduate students who are affiliated with MTG are welcome and encouraged to apply.
Impact
“What I truly love about MTG is how inclusive it is. When I first joined I was terrified and intimidated, however, people were so accepting. MTG knows how to make every person feel special. These people are MY people.”
-Rachel Dunphy 19, Biology
“From the bottom of my heart, thank you to the donors of the Musical Theatre Guild (MTG) Scholarship for believing in me as a student and as an MTG club member.”
-Olivia Hamparsoomian ’20, Psychology
“I deeply appreciate this opportunity from the MTG Scholarship, and with this award, I’ll be better able to focus on my academic pursuits without having to worry about how I’m going to be able to afford my education. Thank you for your support!”
-Holden Nelson ’23, Chemistry and Mathematics