Hunden Partners Names Musical Theatre Scholarship Recipients at Ball State University

Hunden Partners, a Chicago-based full-service real estate development advisory, announced the winners of the annual Robin Scott Hunden Musical Theatre Scholarship at Ball State University. This program supports Musical Theatre majors with needs-based financial assistance, aiming to promote diversity and assist students in pursuing artistic careers. This year's recipients include Parker Bowman, Jaylen Bryant, Rylee Droege, Madison Jackson, Mitchell Takeda, and Lucia Vazquez, from various states across the U.S.

Rob Hunden, CEO and Founder of Hunden Partners and the scholarship's founder, emphasized the impact of the arts on communities and his passion for supporting students' artistic pursuits. To date, the initiative has donated over $20,000, aiding numerous students since its inception in 2015. The scholarship benefits students at different stages of their academic journey, with provisions for multi-year support.

Bill Jenkins, chair of Ball State's Department of Theatre and Dance, expressed gratitude for Hunden Partners' support, highlighting the scholarship's role in fostering a diverse and talented student body. The funding aids students academically and professionally, with past recipients achieving success in notable productions like "Tina: The Tina Turner Musical" and the "Six" U.S. national tour.