SCHOLARSHIPS

The Paul N. and Elinor T. Lazarus Endowed Scholarship in Film Studies has been established in memory of Paul and Elinor Lazarus. Each year this scholarship is given to a promising film major who shows future promise in film or television writing and pays for a large portion the student’s fees for senior year.
Download the 2008-09 scholarship application.

CRITICAL STUDIES Alexander Sesonske Prize for Best Scholarly Essay is given annually for best scholarly essay on film history, criticism or theory with prizes up to $1000. Download the flyer

AWARDS

The David F. Siegel Award is a $1500 gift for a student who has best shown "exceptional drive, tenacity, and courage in the face of adversity."

PRODUCTION

Santa Barbara International Film Festival Award for Best Director

The Dorothy and Sherrill C. Corwin Award for Best Short Film

The Dorothy and Sherrill C. Corwin Honorable Mention Award for Short Film

Santa Barbara International Film Festival Award for Best Cinematography

Santa Barbara International Film Festival Award for Best Sound Design

Santa Barbara International Film Festival Award for Best Editing

Santa Barbara International Film Festival Award for Best Screenplay

If you would like to know how you may contribute to developing scholarship and award opportunities please contact Anna Everett and Kathy Carnahan.