Established at the bequest of floral design innovator M. “Buddy” Benz, the Benz Endowed Chair and School of Floral Design is a multifaceted program which includes the Benz Gallery of Floral Art, located in the expansive atrium of the Horticulture/Forest Sciences Building, and the Benz School of Floral Design, which offers four advanced training courses for floral designers annually. The bequest also supports the teaching activities of the Chair holder, Mr. Bill McKinley, renowned designer and floral educator. Visit the Benz School’s website.