GIA Promises $2M in Scholarships

RAPAPORT... The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is offering $2million in scholarships for 2019 to established and aspiring professionals. The grants are available to students interested inregistering for the institute's gemology and jewelry manufacturing-artsprograms, distance-education courses and lab classes. Successful applicantswill be able to use the scholarships at the GIA's schools in Bangkok,California, Dubai, Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, New York, Surat and Taiwan. "With changing consumer trends and technologicaladvancements in the industry, it is now more important than ever to haveprofessional qualifications," Duncan Pay, the GIA's vice president and chiefacademic officer, said Monday. "These scholarships help people follow theirdreams and pursue their passion in gems and jewelry." The GIA will accept applications for the scholarships throughSeptember 30. The money is from the GIA Endowment Fund, as well as privatedonors.