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Theatre BA
Experiences in Theatre (BA)

The bachelor of arts in theatre degree provides students with a broad perspective in the theatre industry by offering classroom instruction in all areas of theatre instruction focusing on analysis, research, and interpretation. Optional participation in study abroad, internships and membership in student organizations enhance the student experience
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First Year
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with a First Year Advisor to develop your academic planning.
Explore majors with a MyMajors assessment.
Review and apply for scholarships from the Division of Theatre in BOSS.
Take advantage of the Student Learning Assistance Center (Tutoring).
Join the Performing Arts Living and Learning Community to live and learn with like-minded peers.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Focus your student experience by joining a Division of Theatre student organization.
Review your degree plan for courses that include the Service-Learning Excellence program.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Connect your schedule to the Department of Theatre and Dance season each semester to attend performances and events.
Explore the TXST One Stop for more information about the scholarships provided to new and continuing students.
Attend an IDEA Center workshop to learn more about undergraduate research.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Complete your Career Assessments, such as Focus2.
Create your Handshake profile.
Create your LinkedIn profile and connect with colleagues and leader.
Develop and review your resume with Career Services.
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Middle Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with the College of Fine Arts and Communications Advising Center for questions about your major.
Apply to BOSS each year.
Explore external scholarship opportunities such as the Fulbright Scholarship to take your expertise to unique locations abroad.
Explore Campus Resources for academic and personal support.
Meet with a faculty mentor to select an undergraduate research opportunity.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Sharpen your leadership by attending a professional conference or virtual meeting with an organization such as the Association for Theatre in Higher Education.
Meet with an advisor in Education Abroad or Study in America to explore financial aid options.
Consider the Division of Theatre’s specially tailored study abroad programs led by faculty.
Participate in The Big Event to give back to the regional community.
Attend a Nonprofit and Volunteer Fair from Student Involvement to jump into meaningful service in TXST’s community.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Attend a conference related to your major (get recommendations from a faculty) or your student organization.
Seek potential internships / externships / cooperative education or department-specific experiential learning offerings.
Create an internship plan with Career Services.
Review micro internship opportunities for professional development in which you learn and earn.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Prepare to ace your job interviews with Career Services or your academic department.
Build Career & Graduate School Fairs into your schedule to ensure your connection maximum opportunities.
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Final Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Check your Degree Audit & meet with your academic advisor.
Meet with a faculty mentor or peer advisor.
Create and update a digital portfolio of academic work and experiences.
Complete a capstone project related to major.
Complement your degree with a micro credential.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Seek out a leadership role with the Leadership & Service program.
Attend financial literacy workshops (e.g., budgeting, student loans, taxes).
Select a service activity through Student Involvement to give back to the area community.
Attend a Student Government Senate meeting to contribute to the TXST community.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Deliver a presentation in a student conference, workshop, seminar or community organization.
Attend a professional conference, (seek a department recommendation if needed).
Learn about Global Career Accelerator options that give you experience with global companies and in-demand tech skills
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Develop a full-time employment or graduate school plan with Career Services or a Faculty Mentor.
Identify faculty and professional references.
Complete your First Destination Survey to share your post-graduation plans.
Attend employer info sessions at Career Services.
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Career Opportunities
- Performance on stage, television, radio, motion pictures or video
- Directing
- Stage management
- Casting
- Set design
- Production
- Dramaturge
- Theatrical support staff
- Scriptwriter
- Playwright
- Publicist
- Researcher
- Fundraising and development agent
- Promoter
- Private instructor
- Self-enrichment teacher