2016 College Scholarship Program Recipients

National Vision enjoys the opportunity to support the academic achievements of our associate’s children. NVI recently selected five high school seniors to receive scholarship awards of $2,500 each, renewable for up to three years for a total scholarship of $10,000 towards their upcoming college education. The recipients plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four-year college or university in the US and pursue a bachelor’s degree.

Selection of the recipients is based past academic performance and future potential, leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience, and a statement of career and educational aspirations and goals. We are proud to present the 2016 scholarship recipients!

Employee Bonnie Silva's daughter

Hailee Silva

Hailee plans to attend the University of California, Irvine in Irvine, CA and study Chemistry/Biology. She is the daughter of Bonnie Silva, an assistant store manager in the Walmart Vision Center, Store 2507, in Santa Maria, CA. Bonnie has been with the Walmart Vision Center for over 14 years.

Hailee is an accomplished scholar and athlete, who enjoys playing golf.  Her activities include Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Interact Club and Early Academic Outreach Program. She has received the Elk’s Lodge Student of the Month Award, the Warrior Award and the Certificate of Academic Excellence.

 

Employee Gregg Robinson's daughterHaley Clark

Haley is the daughter of Gregg Robinson, a manager of retail recruiting in the Training department. He has been with NVI since September 2012. Haley plans to attend Rockhurst University in Kansas City, MO and study Microbiology/Genetics.

Haley is Vice President of Student Council and is part of the National Honor Society (NHS), National Art Honor Society (NAHS) and Youth in Government. Haley is also a nationally competitive synchronized figure skater.

Employee Francis Gibson's DaughterRamonah Gibson

Ramonah is the daughter of Francis Gibson, a sales compensation analyst in the Retail Operations department at the Retail Support Center (RSC). Francis has worked with the company since November 2014.

Ramonah plans on attending Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA and study International Studies and Theatre.

She is involved in choir, theater and varsity volleyball.

Employee Nathalie Hayman's daughterJaclyn Hayman

Jaclyn is the daughter of Nathalie Zafrani Hayman, a licensed optician for America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, store 5728, in Deptford, New Jersey. Nathalie has worked with America’s Best for over 5 years.

Jaclyn plans to attend Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick and study pharmacy. She is an assistant teacher and in the Cum Laude Society.

Employee Hollee Whitten's daughterJamison Whitten

Jamison is the daughter of Hollee Whitten, the store manager for the America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Store 5572, in Ogden, Utah. Holle has been a member of the America’s Best team for over 5 years.

Jamison plans to attend Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona and study Criminology.

She has an impressive 3.987 GPA, is a member of the National Honor Society and is involved with dance. She has received the Citizenship Honor and the Bill Fulhmer Academic Leadership Award.

National Vision would like to congratulate all 5 scholarship winners and wish each of them great success throughout their college journey and future career!

Jessica Altamirano

Jessica Altamirano

Communications Specialist at National Vision
Jessica Altamirano is a proud Veteran spouse who has worked for NVI since 2014. She holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and a Masters Degree in Public Administration from George Mason University. Jessica is passionate about corporate-nonprofit partnerships, philanthropic efforts in developing countries, Veteran recruitment, and creating a culture of health and wellness in the workplace.
Jessica Altamirano