Production classes are limited to a maximum of 18 students to a section, and students are encouraged to take special problems courses on an individual basis with a faculty member of his choice. Most acting, directing, design courses have roughly 15 students, which makes individual instruction possible. The B.F.A. Pre-Professional degree is limited to only a few students each year. Top of page 17. All theatre courses are taught by full-time faculty.
Some courses utilize graduate students for laboratory work to assist the faculty member.
Each year there are a number of student assistant positions open. These are in the areas of lighting, scene shop, properties, sound, costumes, and Theatre Office assistants. These are responsible positions, and employment is based upon evidence of ability and is normally offered to students above the freshmen level, but not always. Many theatre majors supplement their income by working in the Department. Students who qualify for the Federal Work Study program are virtually guaranteed employment in the Department.