The Loupe: GIA World News recognizes GIA Alumni Association members who have received 25 or more Carat Points between Oct. 1, 2005 and Feb. 28, 2006. The Carat Point System of Recognition is an award system that bestows points for participation in GIA Alumni-approved educational activities.

Susan C. Bernay, G.G., Illinois-Wisconsin: 35

Howard A. Fleischman, G.G., New York-Manhattan: 26

Scott Friedman, New York-Manhattan: 42

Frances D. Johnson, G.G., Texas-Lone Star: 28

Jean Henri Lhuillier, California-Los Angeles: 38

Kindra H. Lovejoy, New York-Manhattan: 28

Rashmi S. Naik, California-Golden Gate: 32

Brenda L. Rannow, Minnesota: 128

Christopher Ian White, A.J.P., Texas-North: 44