The Edward O. Lund Foundation

Scholarships

Edward Odd Lund III, artist, scholar, educator, art preparator, and curator, was committed to excellence and enthusiastically shared his love and passion for art. He was dedicated to exploring art’s far-reaching possibilities with his students, colleagues, and community.

Scholarships for a three-week intensive study abroad program will be awarded to those students who exemplify the character, passion, talent, and commitment that Edward embodied and respected.

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“Art is an adventure into an unknown world, which can be explored only by those willing to take risks.”

-Mark Rothko

How it Works

Edward O. Lund Foundation Scholarships are designed to assist undergraduate and graduate students of Art and Design, pursuing degrees in Studio Art, Art History, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Animation or the Single Subject Art Credential Program at CSU, Fresno through study abroad.  

The Edward O. Lund scholarship will cover all program fees (course fees, travel and accommodation), as well as an allowance for expenses.

​Awarded students must attend all class orientation meetings before departing for the study abroad program location. The course typically lasts three weeks.

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Criteria

Submit a minimum of ten images of your artwork w/titles via a single PDF or video or two examples of your writing if art history is your area of emphasis.

  • Must be pursuing an undergrad or graduate degree in Studio Art, Art History, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Animation or the Single Subject Art Credential Program at CSU, Fresno throughout an entire academic year.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA is required.
  • Must provide a personal statement of why study abroad would be valuable. (Note: BE CREATIVE – tell us your story in your own unique way!)
  • ​Personal statement addresses your need for financial assistance.
  • Must provide one letter of reference from a Professor at Fresno State or your community college.
  • Submit a minimum of ten images of your artwork via PDF or video, or two examples of your writing (if art history is your area of emphasis).
  • Please keep in mind, you will be traveling outside of the United States and a valid passport will be required. Information can be found at The Passport Place.

Application Process

  • Click the button below for the current scholarship application.
  • DEADLINE for the 2026 application for the London Program is September 6.  To apply, click the button below.
  • Interviews for finalists will be held on campus September 18-19, 2026. Finalists will be notified of interview date via email.
  • If you have questions about the application process, don’t hesitate to Contact Us.
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2024-25 Lund Scholars: (front) Steven Parker and Jacky Amador Garcia; (back) Thomas Andrade, Clara McCollum, Olivia Myracle, Eden Santos, Alma Garcia Rodriguez, Miguel Gamez-Macias, Leah Ambriz and Troy Pennington

2023-24 Lund Scholars: Ayde Aguilar, Vivian Delacruz, Grace Morrow, Evelyn Melendez, Yajaira Velasco, Stellin Brown, Sydni Weller, Andrew Turner, Valerie Henshaw, Haley Snyder (not pictured: Nagisa Takayama)

2022-23 Lund Scholars: Tony Xiong, Angel Lesnikowski, Mariah Alvarez, Jose Soria, Sarah Muller, Jessica Velancia, Julie Araujo, Jose Estrada

2019-20 Lund Scholars: Albert Haro, Shirin Rawls, Xena Senn, Sarah Theller, Jasmin Parker, Erik Escovedo, Eddie Reveles

2018-19 Lund Scholars: (front) Denise Gorham, Racquelle Justo, Nory Setha, Abby Cabrales; ​(back) Prof. Robert Maldonado, Board Member Buddy Brown, Emma Brown, Prof. Nick Potter, Lund Scholar Felipa Ramirez, Board Chairman Lisa Lund-Brown, Lund Scholar Yolanda Millan-Apolonio

2017-18 Lund Scholars: Danny DeMeza, Ciera Land, Janette Porraz, Melissa Noriego

2016-17 Lund Scholars: (front) Alexandra (Weaver) Gutierrez, Jamie Nakagawa Boley, Yezmene Fullilove with (back) Prof. Nick Potter, Board Chairman Lisa Lund-Brown, Board Member Selena Mitchell, Board Member Buddy Brown

2023-24 Lund Scholars: Ayde Aguilar, Vivian Delacruz, Grace Morrow, Evelyn Melendez, Yajaira Velasco, Stellin Brown, Sydni Weller, Andrew Turner, Valerie Henshaw, Haley Snyder (not pictured: Nagisa Takayama)

2022-23 Lund Scholars: Tony Xiong, Angel Lesnikowski, Mariah Alvarez, Jose Soria, Sarah Muller, Jessica Velancia, Julie Araujo, Jose Estrada

2019-20 Lund Scholars: Albert Haro, Shirin Rawls, Xena Senn, Sarah Theller, Jasmin Parker, Erik Escovedo, Eddie Reveles

2018-19: (front) Lund Scholars Denise Gorham, Racquelle Justo, Nory Setha, Abby Cabrales; ​(back) Prof. Robert Maldonado, Board Member Buddy Brown, Emma Brown, Prof. Nick Potter, Lund Scholar Felipa Ramirez, Board Chairman Lisa Lund-Brown, Lund Scholar Yolanda Millan-Apolonio

2017-18 Lund Scholars: Danny DeMeza, Ciera Land, Janette Porraz, Melissa Noriego

2016-17 Lund Scholars: (front) Alexandra (Weaver) Gutierrez, Jamie Nakagawa Boley, Yezmene Fullilove with (back) Prof. Nick Potter, Board Chairman Lisa Lund-Brown, Board Member Selena Mitchell, Board Member Buddy Brown

Meet Our Scholars

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