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ICP, Leica Announce Leica Scholarship
5 April 2024
The International Center of Photography and Leica Camera have established the Leica Scholarship at ICP to provide tuition support to a deserving student applying for a One-Year Certificate Program at ICP.
"The School at ICP is thrilled to partner with Leica in awarding the first ever Leica Scholarship to a gifted photographer, giving them the opportunity to realize their full potential through an ICP education," said Colette Veasey-Cullors, dean and deputy director of the School at ICP. "As an institution dedicated to expanding access to photography, we are looking forward to further nurturing talented students through the development of their photographic skills, research and creativity."
"As we unveil the Leica Scholarship in partnership with ICP, we're not just offering financial support; we're investing in the future of visual storytelling," said Mike Giannattasio, president of Leica Camera North America. "This partnership with the International Center of Photography reflects our unwavering dedication to fostering innovation in photography education for the next generation. Together, we're empowering aspiring photographers to capture the world through their unique lens with skill, creativity and purpose."
The application page describes the new opportunity:
The Leica scholarship aims to elevate under-represented voices in photography by providing opportunities and resources to increase their visibility and impact within the photography community.
This scholarship will be awarded to an applicant of extraordinary achievement based on recommendations of a committee determined by the ICP School Director and Leica. The award will be presented at the beginning of the program year.
Applications for the Leica Scholarship are open to applicants for ICP's One-Year Certificate Program. The deadline for submission is May 15. The recipient will be notified in June.
International Center of Photography and Leica Camera Announce the Leica Scholarship with the School at ICP
NEW YORK -- The International Center of Photography and Leica Camera have announced the establishment of the Leica Scholarship at ICP. The Scholarship represents an exciting new initiative aimed at supporting photographers in their educational pursuits.
The Leica Scholarship is designed to provide tuition support to a deserving student applying for a One-Year Certificate Program at ICP. The program is widely recognized in the industry for its commitment to fostering creativity, technical proficiency and a deep understanding of visual culture.
Leica's commitment to excellence in photography and their dedication to photography education aligns seamlessly with ICP's mission. Through this Scholarship, Leica and ICP are forging a meaningful partnership that underscores their shared passion for fostering the next generation of visual storytellers.
"The School at ICP is thrilled to partner with Leica in awarding the first ever Leica Scholarship to a gifted photographer, giving them the opportunity to realize their full potential through an ICP education. As an institution dedicated to expanding access to photography, we are looking forward to further nurturing talented students through the development of their photographic skills, research and creativity. We are honored to partner with Leica, who, like ICP, is dedicated to photography's ability to function as a catalyst to positively impact humanity," said Colette Veasey-Cullors, Dean and Deputy Director of the School at ICP.
"As we unveil the Leica Scholarship in partnership with ICP, we're not just offering financial support; we're investing in the future of visual storytelling," says Mike Giannattasio, President of Leica Camera North America. "This partnership with the International Center of Photography reflects our unwavering dedication to fostering innovation in photography education for the next generation. Together, we're empowering aspiring photographers to capture the world through their unique lens with skill, creativity and purpose."
Applications for the Leica Scholarship are open to applicants for ICP's One-Year Certificate Program. Applications can be submitted here.
The deadline for submission is May 15. The recipient will be notified in June.