Notable Alumni
•Jessica Vaillancourt '07 — Illinois Outstanding Young Teacher of the Year (theatre design, lighting & stage management); revived Elgin High School's performing arts program •David Rasche '66 — actor known for Sledge Hammer!, Succession (Karl), Veep, and Burn After Reading Location
•Campus located 30 minutes from Chicago with access to world-class professional theatre
•Internship opportunities at venues like Chicago Shakespeare Theatre and First Folio Productions
Degree Flexibility
•Prepares students for secondary school positions as drama and theatre arts teachers
•Balances theory and practical application across acting, directing, and design
•Provides insights into both curricular and extracurricular theatre programs
•Applied Theatre courses build real-world skills for classroom and stage
•Meets professional education requirements for Illinois State Board of Education
•Includes student teaching placement and professional portfolio components
•Must pass Drama Theater Arts #210 Content Test prior to student teaching
