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The Jewelry Symposium launches scholarship for 2024 edition

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(TROY, Mich.) – The Jewelry Symposium (TJS), the industry’s annual international event dedicated specifically to the advancement of jewelry manufacturing technology, is launching a new scholarship program for its 2024 edition. The scholarships are generously sponsored by TJS supporters C&J Jewelry, Mano Acero Jewelry, and TechForm Advanced Casting. Application deadline is March 29, 2024, and a minimum of three awardees (possibly more) will be notified by April 5th. The brief digital application process can be accessed online here.

TJS attendees can expect information regarding hands-on experience of crafting and finishing fine jewelry. Courtesy Chris Ploof.
TJS attendees can expect information regarding hands-on experience of crafting and finishing fine jewelry. Courtesy Chris Ploof.

TJS 2024, to be held in Detroit, Michigan from May 18 to May 21, is now offering scholarships for aspiring jewelry professionals, including students, interns, apprentices, and those early in their jewelry careers. Each scholarship includes the symposium registration fee, three nights at the venue – the Detroit Marriott Troy hotel May 18, 19, and 20 – plus meals catered by TJS, as well as a book, a thumb drive of all presentations, and a formal certificate of attendance.

A critical component of information sharing at TJS is networking with other fine jewelry professionals and discussing design/casting/manufacturing issues face to face. Courtesy TJS.
A critical component of information sharing at TJS is networking with other fine jewelry professionals and discussing design/casting/manufacturing issues face to face. Courtesy TJS.

“We are excited to offer free registration, attendance, and accommodations to young jewelry professionals as we aim to achieve our goal of eliminating information-sharing barriers within the industry,” says Linus Drogs, Board Chairman, TJS. “Scholarship attendees will have access to some of the most experienced and talented makers of fine jewelry from around the world. The current shortage of skilled bench jewelers is a serious concern. Engaging with younger jewelers, especially with our practical, hands-on approach, is critical. We hope these scholarships will allow more young jewelry talent to get involved and get inspired, helping us all grow the future of our beloved fine jewelry industry.”

Attendees at TJS can listen, watch and learn from world-renowned experts as they present topics on the latest issues related to jewelry manufacturing. Courtesy TJS.
Attendees at TJS can listen, watch and learn from world-renowned experts as they present topics on the latest issues related to jewelry manufacturing. Courtesy TJS.

To apply for the scholarship, visit www.thejewelrysymposium.com/scholarships. For more information or event details regarding TJS, visit www.thejewelrysymposium.com, or call Jessa Cast at 505-450-4452.

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