In November of 2007 a Myers School of Art student/faculty entourage attended the Venice Biennale. Six students and three faculty were able to make this trip with all their expenses paid, due to a lead gift from the Folk Foundation. Visits to the exhibit halls alternated with area museum and city tours, not to mention some fine dining. Students are preparing an art exhibition of their own work in response to what they learned on this trip. In 2009 students will again apply for selection to represent the school in attending this event—all expenses paid.