Alejandro Amill-Rosario, HPA PhD student, has been awarded the Ruth W. Ayres-Givens Scholarship for the 2019-20 academic year. Dr. Ayres previously served as head of the department of clothing and textiles in the former College of Human Development. The scholarship was established in 1986 by former students and friends of Dr. Ayres, and is awarded to eligible graduate students who demonstrate desire and insight to make a contribution to society, academic success, and for representing the leadership qualities Dr. Ayres encouraged in her students during her time in academia.