The Medici Circle

Student on trip to Legoland

The Medici Circle – Support School of Art Student Success

Formed in 1980, the Medici Circle group has been fostering excellence in the BGSU School of Art and funding a wide range of student-centered activities that complement the traditional classroom experience such as visiting artists, field trips, workshops, and conferences. Donate to Medici Circle today and become a proud supporter of BGSU School of Art student success!

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Medici Circle Tom Hilty Travel Award Opportunity

Artists and scholars find inspiration when adventuring to unfamiliar places. Each year, The Medici Circle awards a $2,000 travel grant to an undergraduate student at the BGSU School of Art. The recipient will travel to a domestic or international destination to explore artistic and research practices advancing their creative and scholarly work. The Hilty award does not support study abroad experiences at established BGSU-affiliated partners. To be eligible for this travel opportunity, a student must complete and submit the proposal form, artist and/or research statement, and current resume before the deadline. Please direct any questions to medicicircle@bgsu.edu.

Apply for the Tom Hilty Travel Award

  • Barbara Bergstrom – Co-President
  • Elizabeth Sheets – Co-President
  • Christian Bloomfield
  • Andee Middleton
  • Karol Spencer
  • Judy Weinberg
  • Isabel Wolke
  • Charles Kanwischer – Ex-Officio
  • David Bryan – President Emeritus
  • Timothy F. Smith – President Emeritus
  • Emily Stanley - Secretary

Updated: 03/09/2026 02:43PM