From 1979 until his retirement in 1994, Art History Professor Emeritus Ian Fraser guided groups of Herron students abroad. To honor him, friends inaugurated the Reverend A. G. Fraser International Travel Fund in his father's memory to provide travel scholarships to Herron students. From this foundation, Herron School of Art's international travel programs have grown. We believe it is vitally important for artists to experience firsthand the cultural diversity and art of other countries. Students who have studied abroad find that it not only expands their knowledge of art, but gives them valuable insight into the world that totally changes their outlook on art and life.
Students can currently study in China, France, the Netherlands and Belgium, and England.
This year more than 40 students traveled overseas. The gallery is free and open to the public. The gallery is closed Sunday and Monday.