Roosevelt High student gets $10k from Carl’s Jr.
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FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – – Carl’s Jr. announced Tuesday that a Roosevelt High School student has been selected as one of ten 2024 Carl N. and Margaret Karcher Founder’s Scholarships.
Carl’s Jr. says Guadalupe Gonzalez Olmos will receive $10,000 toward tuition at the college or university of her choice.
Every year, on behalf of founders Carl and Margaret Karcher, Carl’s Jr. awards $100,000 in scholarships to 10 outstanding individuals who have excelled academically, demonstrated leadership in extracurriculars and community, and have financial need in pursuing higher education.
“For generations, Carl’s Jr. has been supporting the dreams and ambitions of individuals in our restaurants and business communities,” said Andrew Robinson, Chief Human Resources Officer at CKE Restaurants, parent company of Carl’s Jr.
“The selection committee was moved by Ms. Gonzalez Olmos’ experiences growing up in the community and desire to give back. We know she will accomplish great things, and we are proud to be a small part of her journey.”
Olmos will graduate this month from Roosevelt High School and plans to attend the University of California, Los Angeles.
Gonzalez Olmos was voted “Associate of the Quarter” recently in her role at HomeGoods. She is a member of the Honors Society and AP Ambassador at school, and when she’s not taking care of her younger siblings, she serves as a Beautiful Fresno and a Shine Together volunteer in the community.
She is inspired to pursue a political science degree by her parents’ pursuit of the American Dream.
Gonzalez Olmos said, “There is no such thing as too big of a dream when you work hard enough. I’ve always had a desire for more, and my ambition has allowed me to accomplish many wonderful things, but it won’t stop with a high school diploma. I hope college is the start of a new adventure where I will expand my knowledge and shape my future.” said Gonzalez Olmos.
