The Brannon International Fund is designed to provide agricultural economics undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff with the resources to pursue opportunities to experience and explore the world by allowing them to travel and explore different countries, cultures, and people to develop and foster international relationships, enhance research, create curriculum, and encourage participation in extension and education abroad opportunities. 

Undergraduate and graduate students are able to expand worldviews and further develop an understanding of the cultural, economic, and political complexities of the world. The award will also provide the opportunity to gain a better understanding of different cultures, build relationships with people in other countries, and gain a deeper understanding of the global community. The experience will allow students to develop their skills in communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking, while providing them with an opportunity to explore their personal and professional interests.