AmCham Scholarship Program
The AmCham/MAC Georgia Scholarship Program, launched for the first time for the 2023-2024 academic year, provides scholarships to 30 financially vulnerable students in Georgia. Made possible through the generous support of our sponsors, this program leverages the resources—both financial and human—of AmCham member organizations to open doors to higher education for youth facing financial hardships. Designed to support students with a Targeted Social Assistance (TSA) score of 70,000 or below, the program ensures that assistance reaches those most in need, empowering them to pursue their academic and career aspirations.
Nino
SHARIKADZE
18 years old, from Akhaltsikhe, Samtskhe-Javakheti; Medicine, Caucasus University. Nino was a member of student parliament and volunteers for the "Mestumre" project, where she meets weekly with a senior citizen living at an elderly center.
Tamari
BAKURADZE
19 years old, from Ozurgeti, Guria; English Philology, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University. Tamari is a member of her university’s vocal group and recently represented her university in a musical contest called “Student Fest 2024.
Iiman
BORCHASHVILI
19 years old, from Duisi, Akhmeta; Ecology, Ilia State University. Iiman currently runs a speleology club and works as a florist.
Lizi
CHKHEIDZE
19 years old, from Khoni, Imereti; Public Health, Tbilisi State Medical University. Lizi was awarded a special stipend for academic excellence from her university.
Lasha
DOJURISHVILI
19 years old, from Rustavi, Kvemo Kartli; Law, Tbilisi State University. Lasha works at Georgian Court Watch and is active in various legal initiatives.
Nino
DUMBADZE
19 years old, from Khelvachauri, Adjara; English Philology, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University. Nino actively participates in science conferences and student activities. She also organizes events at her university, invites guests, hosts movie nights, and more.
Ani
GULUA
19 years old, from Tsalenjikha, Samegrelo; Construction Engineering and Management, Georgian Technical University. Ani was awarded a stipend for her strong academic standing from her university.
Elene
GURGENIDZE
19 years old, from Tkibuli, Imereti; Psychology, Tbilisi State University. Elene makes her own jewelry and enjoys painting.
Mariami
JIJELAVA
19 years old, from Chkhorotsku, Samegrelo; Psychology, Georgian National University. Mariami is a member of the university's psychology club and enjoys Georgian National dancing.
Nikoloz
KARSELADZE
19 years old, from Tbilisi; Information Technology, Business and Technology University. Nikoloz conducted research on agriculture and analyzed its modern challenges and potential opportunities for Georgia, leading to a TV appearance on Palitra News.
Natia
KAVTARASHVILI
19 years old, from Duisi, Akhmeta; Public Administration, Iakob Gogebashvili Telavi State University. She participates in various university clubs, including student government.
Ana
KISIEVA
18 years old, from Tkibuli, Imereti; Psychology, Georgian National University. Ana is a member of her university's psychology club and enjoys reading during her free time
Manana
KLDIASHVILI
18years old, from Simoneti, Imereti; Natural Sciences, Tbilisi State University. Manana actively participates in STEM camps and was recently selected for the “Clevertone” project partnership with GITA Park.
Meka
MARGOSHVILI
19 years old, from Duisi, Akhmeta; Medicine, Ilia State University. Meka is taking the English language track at the university and hopes to continue her education abroad.
Mate
VIBLIANI
18 years old, from Tsalka, Kvemo Kartli; Computer Engineering, San Diego State University. He was recognized for his high school STEM project at the Ministry of Education and Science's exhibition-conference “STEAM” for his innovative trash can which opened automatically upon approach.
Mariam
PHURTSKHVANIDZE
19 years old, from Tbilisi; Arabic Studies, Tbilisi State University. Mariam speaks multiple languages, including French and Arabic.
Rima
SAGRADOVI
20 years old, from Tetritskaro, Kvemo Kartli; Law, Ilia State University. Rima is active in law clubs and participates in educational camps and workshops. She is
Mariami
SKHIRTLADZE
18 years old, from Tbilisi; Business Administration, Free University. Mariami received a gold medal for academic excellence in high school and remains committed to pursuing a career that allows her to help others.
Giorgi
TALIASHVILI
19 years old, from Tbilisi; Economics, International School of Economics at TSU. Giorgi is a former professional rugby player, having played for the club “Lelo” and becoming a Georgian rugby champion with his club in 2022.
Aleksandre
TODUA
19 years old, from Zugdidi, Samegrelo; Medicine, Tbilisi State Medical University. Aleksandre was awarded a special stipend for his academic standing during his first semester.
Sopio
TCHITANAVA
36 years old, from Tsalenjikha, Samegrelo; Law, Shota Meskhi State Teaching University of Zugdidi. A mother of four, Sophio works as a teacher and, thanks to the scholarship, is now pursuing her dream—Law.
Shota
TCHELIDZE
19 years old, from Ambrolauri, Racha-Lechkhumi; Management, Kutaisi International University. Shota has one of the highest GPAs among the scholars. He competes in his university’s “What? Where? When?” club and loves playing chess.
Mariam
TSINTSALASHVILI
19 years old, from Omalo, Akhmeta; International Relations, Georgian National University. She consistently holds the highest GPA among all first-year scholars. She sketches shoe designs and enjoys knitting various clothes.
Mariam
VALISHVILI
19 years old, from Kaspi, Shida Kartli; Journalism, Tbilisi State University. Mariam is an elected member of the Women's Solidarity Centre, where she advocates for women's rights.
Megi
VARTAGAVA
19 years old, from Zugdidi, Samegrelo; Law, Tbilisi State University. Megi loves to play soccer.
Nino
NAKANI
18 years old, from Mestia, Zemo Svaneti; Law, Ilia State University. Nino is a member of the student parliament.
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