The International Society of Appraisers (ISA) is one of a handful of appraisal organizations that provide education and organizational support to its members, promoting highly qualified and ethical appraisers. Gems and jewelry represent just one area of personal property appraising covered under the ISA umbrella. At this year's annual ISA conference, held in San Antonio, Texas, a Media Award was given to JCK senior editor Gary Roskin for his article, "Bad Appraising Lands Good Jeweler in Court." (JCK, January 2001, p. 128) The Media Award is not an annual award, but a special recognition given only when the ISA board of directors finds it appropriate and worthwhile to do so. In a letter written to JCK on Jan. 9, Christian Coleman, executive director of ISA, complimented JCK for publishing the article. "This case provides some excellent evidence supporting the need for quality profess