QUINCY UNIVERSITY ART PROFESSOR HONORED WITH WATERCOLOR USA HONOR SOCIETY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
The Watercolor USA Honor Society (WHS) selected Robert Lee Mejer, Quincy University distinguished professor of art, as their 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient.
Mejer is a signature charter member of the National Watercolor Society, a Distinguished Master of the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, and a Master Fellowship Member of the International Society of Experimental Artists. Mejer served as WHS President for four years.
Mejer has been a distinguished professor of art at Quincy University for 57 years. He is the founder and curator of QU Gray Gallery, a cultural and educational resource for students and the surrounding community. His innovative work has been shown in over 65 solo exhibitions and accepted for over 500 juried exhibitions.
“In my work, I hope to present (inside to out) rather than represent (outside to in),” said Mejer.
The 2025 Watercolor USA National Juried Exhibition will be held at The Spiva Art Center in Joplin, MO. The exhibit will run from August 23 to October 11 with a special opening reception on August 22.
Founded in 1860 by Franciscan friars, Quincy University is a small Catholic university emphasizing the sciences, liberal arts and the professions. Quincy University offers undergraduate, graduate and adult education programs integrating practical experience and Franciscan values. Faculty and advisors work with students to design customized success plans to help them graduate on time, find their passion and prepare them for life. QU is a member of NCAA Division II for intercollegiate athletics. For more information, please visit www.quincy.edu or contact the Office of Community Relations at (217) 228-5275 or communityrelations@quincy.edu. Quincy University. Success by Design.
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