Dr. Charlene Gross

Associate Professor

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Biography

Charlene Gross’s work for theatre, dance, and opera has been recognized internationally, with performances showcased off-Broadway and in London’s prestigious West End. She served as the Resident Costume Designer for the Ohio Light Opera from 2005 and was the Production Manager from 2007 to 2017, before joining the faculty at Penn State University. Over her career, Charlene has contributed more than 55 set and costume designs that include American premieres and international recording releases. Her designs have appeared across various regional theaters including the Cleveland Museum of Art and Florida Repertory Theatre. In the realm of dance, her work has been featured at renowned venues such as Joyce SoHo and NBC Nightly News. Charlene has also lent her expertise to educational institutions like the Juilliard School and NYU, where she taught costume design. Her academic background includes an MFA from NYU Tisch School of the Arts and a BA from Ashland University. She is an active member of professional organizations such as the United Scenic Artists and the USITT, contributing to the advancement of costume design and theatre arts.

Research Interests

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.