Announcing the 2022 US Presidential Scholars in the Arts | Catch My Job

20 of the nation’s most talented artists, all YoungArts Award winners, receive the highest honor conferred by the President United States

miami, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — YoungArts Congratulations to its 58th class US Presidential Scholar20 with special recognition US Presidential Scholar in the Arts (Full list below) who are YoungArts award winners and were nominated for honors by YoungArts. The US Presidential Scholars Award — one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership qualities and community service — is presented on behalf of the president. United States and honors 161 graduating high school seniors of high potential each year. Students who wish to be considered for US Presidential Scholars in the Arts must be YoungArts award winners. Applications for the 2023 YoungArts competition are now open June 7, 2022 at youngarts.org/competition.

Lorraine SnellingArtistic Director of YoungArts, said, “The 2022 US Presidential Scholars in the Arts demonstrate both a dedication to academic achievement and a commitment to creativity in mediums spanning the visual, literary and performing arts. YoungArts is incredibly proud to celebrate these young artists today. And tomorrow to be the mediators of our nation’s cultural compass. Expanding their innovative perspectives as they mature.”

“Our 2022 Presidential Scholars represent the best of America, and remind us that when empowered by education, there is no limit to what our young people can achieve,” said the U.S. Secretary of Education. Miguel Cardona. “Today, I join President Biden in celebrating a class of scholars whose pursuit of knowledge, generosity of spirit, and exceptional talent bring unprecedented pride to our nation. In the midst of one of the most difficult times in our nation’s history and our recovery from the pandemic, our students are once again their strength. demonstrated and have much to contribute to our country. Thanks to them, I know America’s future is bright.”

The 2022 US Presidential Scholars in the Arts are:
*Interviews can be facilitated and photos are available upon request.

Becoming a US Presidential Scholar in the Arts The first step in becoming a US Presidential Scholar in the Arts is to apply to YoungArts, the organization designated for this honor. To be eligible for the YoungArts program, applicants must be 15-18 years old or in high school grades 10-12. To be considered for nomination as a US Presidential Scholar in the Arts, applicants must be high school seniors and meet all US Presidential Scholar requirements.

YoungArts Award winners who demonstrate excellence in the performing, visual or literary arts are selected annually through a blind judging process. This year, 720 YoungArts Award winners were selected. In January, 157 finalists from across the country were invited to National YoungArts Week+, where they participated in a week of intensive virtual classes and workshops with internationally renowned artists.

During National YoungArts Week+, eligible participants are further evaluated, award levels are determined, and nominations are made for that year’s US Presidential Scholars in the Arts candidates. After a rigorous selection process, YoungArts shortlisted 60 candidates for an invitation to apply to the US Presidential Scholars Program. Finally, the Commission on Presidential Scholars selects 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts each year.

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