Meet Our Top Five 2020 Scholarship Recipients!
Nicole (Nikki) Arias
- Julian
- UC Davis
- It is truly an honor to receive such a prestigious award as the CGW Scholarship. This award will enable to me achieve my goals to become a veterinarian. The Fair has given me endless opportunities and valuable life lessons. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to Don Diego for seeing my potential when I didn’t see it myself.
Sasha Jouldjian
- Coronado
- Boston College
- I plan to become a family law attorney to advocate for the rights of abused women and children. Being a first-generation American, I grew up with a special appreciation for education. I thank Don Diego for helping make higher education accessible to all students. You have helped to truly change my life.
Lariece Reyna
- Escondido
- UCSD
- Participating in the Fair was such a great experience; I am grateful to have been a part of it. Thank you to all Don Diego donors who contributed to these generous gifts. I look forward pursuing a degree in Ecology, Behavior, and Evolution as a first-generation college student.
Allison Shao
- San Diego
- Occidental College
- Participating in the Fair’s Student Showcase gave me the opportunity to connect with artists of all kinds in my community. I am honored to receive this scholarship from Don Diego, and will use it to finance my education; majoring in Biochemistry on a pre-med track. Thank you!
Olivia vanTol
- Ramona
- Valparaiso University
- I have conducted swine projects with 15 animals for nine years. The experiences have reinforced the importance of responsibility, accountability, perseverance and, above all, patience. Each characteristic was honed through hours of hard work and flexibility that will help me as I study Engineering.
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In 2020, 22 exceptional San Diego area students are headed to college sharing $79,000 in Don Diego Scholarships.
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