Congratulations 2018 National Vision Scholarship Recipients

We are excited to introduce the five high school seniors who have been selected for the 2018 National Vision College Scholarship Program! These students will receive $2,500 to fund the advancement of their education. The award is renewable for up to three additional years, for a total potential scholarship of $10,000 per student.

About the Program

Established in 2006, the program has awarded a total of more than $370,000 in scholarships to 50 students since its inception. The highly selective evaluation process includes consideration of students’ past academic performance, future potential, leadership, participation in school and community activities, work experience, career and educational aspirations, unusual personal or family circumstances, and an outside appraisal.

National Vision proudly offers the opportunity to apply for scholarships to all students whose parents are employed by National Vision or certain affiliated healthcare practices. Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll for the first time at an accredited two- or four-year college or university.

Let’s get to know the 2018 National Vision College Scholarship Program recipients!

Enrique Arayata

 

Enrique Arayata is the son of AC Lens Distribution Center Clerk Divina Naguit. He lives in Columbus, Ohio and is a graduate of Columbus Alternative High School. Enrique plans to attend Ohio State University in Columbus, OH and study computer engineering.

 

 

Ryan Cheney

 

 

Ryan Cheney is the son of Thomas Cheney, OD, an optometrist practicing at the Mesa, Ariz., America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses. He lives in Gilbert, Ariz., and is a graduate of Gilbert Classical Academy. Ryan plans to attend Arizona State University and study business entrepreneurship.

Mallory Chaulklin

 

 

 

 

Mallory Chaulklin, is the daughter of Licensed Optician Kathy Chaulklin who works at the Asheboro, N.C., Walmart Vision Center. She lives in Climax, N.C., and is a graduate of Providence Grove High School. Mallory Chaulklin plans to attend Appalachian State University in Boone, NC and study business.

 

Ricardo Hernandez

 

 

 

Ricardo Hernandez is the son of Chicago, Ill., America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses Sales Associate, Rosa Hernandez. He lives in Chicago, Ill, and is a graduate of The Noble Academy. Ricardo Hernandez plans to attend Columbia College in New York, NY and study English.

 

 

Clare Scroger

 

 

 

Clare Scroger is the daughter of Licensed Optician Michael Scroger who works at the America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses store in Tonawanra, N.Y. She lives in Akron, N.Y., and is a graduate of Akron High School. Clare Scroger plans to attend Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY. and study physics.

 

 

 

 

Congratulations to all five scholarship winners! We 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