Lynn Johnson 2004
Brief History
During her brief teaching career at Wake Forest (2004-07), Lynne Johnson inspired students with her passionate devotion to the study of art history. In honor of Dr. Johnson, her husband and colleague Peter Brunette and others created the Lynne Johnson Travel Award. An Italian Renaissance scholar/teacher, Dr. Johnson believed deeply in the importance of experiencing works of art firsthand.
Purpose of the Fund
The purpose of the fund is to help students majoring or minoring in art history travel to see works of art firsthand through independent travel. It is not intended to be a supplement for other study abroad programs or to fund participation in group tours. There are no restrictions with regard to the location or type of works the student might like to see. It is not necessary to have a research project associated with the travel. It is expected that the travel award could be used over winter and spring breaks or during the summer.
Scholarship Terms
The Director of Financial Aid of the University, on the recommendation of the art history faculty to the Chair of the Department of Art, will award a travel stipend of up to $2500 a year. Candidates must have declared a major or minor in art history. Seniors should not apply because the intent is for students to share their experiences with the Wake Forest community on their return, e.g., a web-page attached to the art department page, an oral presentation, or an article in the alumni magazine or the Old Gold and Black. Financial need and merit will be considered in selecting award recipients.
To Apply for the Travel Award
Students should send an application letter and budget to the Lynne Johnson Travel Award Committee, c/o the Art Department, by 31 March 2009. The application letter should be no more than two double-spaced pages in length and include the progress of your art history studies and the purpose of your travel plans.
Read about the 2008 Award winner's trip to Italy - Colleen Cagney's Blog
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