NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP CORPORATION

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NATIONAL MERIT ® SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

April 17, 2019 Announcement

Contact: Eileen Artemakis or Matthew Budreau Phone: (847) 866-5100

Public Information Email: mediainfo@nmerit.net
Website: www.nationalmerit.org

Advance: For release on Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Note to editors: Corporate-sponsored Merit Scholarship® winners in your
state are listed alphabetically by city following this press release. News media
are encouraged to contact high school principals for additional information
about these outstanding students.
This material is prepared solely for news media to announce the names of Merit
Scholar® designees; its use for any other purpose is prohibited.

This is the first announcement of National Merit Scholars in 2019 by National Merit Scholarship
Corporation (NMSC). NMSC will name recipients of National Merit® $2500 Scholarships on
May 8, and winners of college-sponsored Merit Scholarship awards on June 5 and July 15. By
the conclusion of this year’s competition, about 7,600 academic champions will have won
National Merit Scholarships worth more than $31 million.

Corporate-Sponsored Merit Scholarship Winners

(Evanston, Illinois) Today, National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) released

the names of the first group of winners in the 64th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
More than 1,000 distinguished high school seniors have won corporate-sponsored National Merit
Scholarship awards financed by about 160 corporations, company foundations, and other
business organizations.

Scholars were selected from students who advanced to the Finalist level in the National
Merit Scholarship competition and met criteria of their scholarship sponsors. Corporate sponsors
provide National Merit Scholarships for Finalists who are children of their employees, who are
residents of communities the company serves, or who plan to pursue college majors or careers the
sponsor wishes to encourage.

Most of these awards are renewable for up to four years of college undergraduate study
and provide annual stipends that range from $500 to $10,000 per year. Some provide a single
payment between $2,500 and $5,000. Recipients can use their awards at any regionally accredited
U.S. college or university of their choice.

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Corporate-Sponsored Merit Scholarship Winners

Funding for these National Merit Scholarships is provided by corporate organizations that
represent nearly all sectors of American industry. Sponsors from the business community have
underwritten awards offered in all 64 competitions, expending or committing more than $804
million to support the intellectual development of the nation’s scholastically talented youth.
2019 National Merit Scholarship Competition
Over 1.6 million juniors in approximately 22,000 high schools entered the 2019
National Merit Scholarship Program when they took the 2017 Preliminary SAT/National
Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®), which served as an initial screen of
program entrants. In September 2018, some 16,000 Semifinalists were designated on a state-
representational basis in numbers proportional to each state’s percentage of the national total of
graduating high school seniors. Semifinalists were the highest-scoring program entrants in each
state and represented less than one percent of the nation’s seniors.

To be considered for a National Merit Scholarship, Semifinalists had to fulfill require-

ments to advance to Finalist standing. Each Semifinalist was asked to complete a detailed
scholarship application, which included writing an essay and providing information about
extracurricular activities, awards, and leadership positions. Semifinalists also had to have an
outstanding academic record, be endorsed and recommended by a high school official, and earn
SAT® scores that confirmed their qualifying test performance. From the Semifinalist group, some
15,000 met Finalist requirements.

By the conclusion of the 2019 competition, about 7,600 Finalists will have been selected
to receive National Merit Scholarships totaling over $31 million. Winners are the Finalist
candidates judged to have the strongest combination of academic skills and achievements,
extracurricular accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.

NMSC, a not-for-profit organization that operates without government assistance, was

established in 1955 to conduct the National Merit Scholarship Program. The majority of National
Merit Scholarships offered each year are underwritten by some 400 independent corporate and
college sponsors that support NMSC’s efforts to honor the nation’s scholastically talented youth
and encourage academic excellence at all levels of education.
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CAUTION: Any attempt to compare high schools on the basis of numbers of Merit
Scholarship winners will lead to erroneous and unsound conclusions. The National Merit
Scholarship Program honors individual students who show exceptional academic ability and
potential for success in rigorous college studies. The program does not measure the quality or
effectiveness of education within a school, system, or state.

National Merit, Merit Scholarship, Merit Scholar, and the corporate “Lamp of Learning” logo are federally registered service
marks of National Merit Scholarship Corporation. PSAT/NMSQT is a registered trademark of National Merit Scholarship Corporation
and College Board. SAT is a registered trademark of College Board.
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Brian Nguyen ANAHEIM 92802 OXFORD ACADEMY, CYPRESS

Probable career field: Undecided
NATIONAL MERIT GEORGIA-PACIFIC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Georgia-Pacific Foundation is supported by contributions received from Georgia-Pacific Corporation, Atlanta, Georgia. The
Foundation supports Merit Scholarship awards for sons and daughters of employees of Georgia-Pacific Corporation and its
subsidiary companies. Through this program, it recognizes the need to further the education of the children of company employees.
Jacob R. Linder BREA 92821 BREA OLINDA H. S., BREA
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT SIEMENS SCHOLARSHIP
Siemens Corporation produces and markets electrical and electronic systems, instruments, and components for medicine, science,
and industry. Funded through the Siemens Foundation, the purpose of the scholarship program is to support higher education, to
honor exceptionally talented high school students, and to aid as many as possible in obtaining a college education.
Gabriel Anthony Nallas Sison BRENTWOOD 94513 HERITAGE H. S., BRENTWOOD
Probable career field: Physics
NATIONAL MERIT CHEVRON SCHOLARSHIP
With approximately 59,000 employees, Chevron Corporation is a world-leading integrated energy company, with subsidiaries that
conduct business across the globe. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and
distributes transportation fuels and other energy products; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and
produces geothermal energy; provides energy efficiency solutions; and develops and commercializes the energy resources of
the future.
Joshua Chen BUENA PARK 90620 OXFORD ACADEMY, CYPRESS
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT ADP HENRY TAUB MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP), with over $7 billion in revenues and 500,000 clients, is one of the largest independent
computing services in the United States. Merit Scholarship awards are funded by the ADP Foundation for the children of
ADP employees.
Amanda W. Gao BUENA PARK 90620 OXFORD ACADEMY, CYPRESS
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC NORTH AMERICA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Schneider Electric North America Foundation, a general purpose foundation funded by Schneider Electric/Square D Company,
sponsors Merit Scholarship awards for children of Schneider Electric/Square D employees and employees of its wholly-owned
subsidiaries. The Foundation maintains a program of financial support to educational institutions, including direct grants and
matching of employee gifts to such institutions. Other support of the educational process includes a tuition refund program
for employees.
Katherine G. Mohr BURLINGAME 94010 BURLINGAME H. S., BURLINGAME
Probable career field: Computer Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT SIEMENS SCHOLARSHIP
Siemens Corporation produces and markets electrical and electronic systems, instruments, and components for medicine, science,
and industry. Funded through the Siemens Foundation, the purpose of the scholarship program is to support higher education, to
honor exceptionally talented high school students, and to aid as many as possible in obtaining a college education.
Courtney-An H. Le CHULA VISTA 91913 OLYMPIAN H. S., CHULA VISTA
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NORTHROP GRUMMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Northrop Grumman Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, is a global corporation primarily serving the defense and
electronic systems requirements of governments, commerce, and industry in the U.S. and friendly nations around the world.
Northrop Grumman Corporation annually supports Merit Scholarship awards for the sons and daughters of employees.
Danielle Heo CUPERTINO 95014 MONTA VISTA H. S., CUPERTINO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Shriniketh Narayana CUPERTINO 95014 MONTA VISTA H. S., CUPERTINO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NOVARTIS SCHOLARSHIP
The Novartis Group companies are leading manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and healthcare products.
Nandini Sarkar CUPERTINO 95014 MONTA VISTA H. S., CUPERTINO
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS SCHOLARSHIP
Varian Medical Systems, Inc., of Palo Alto, California, is the world's leading manufacturer of medical devices and software for
treating cancer and other medical conditions. Varian is a premier supplier of X-ray imaging equipment for medical, scientific, and
industrial applications. The company has offices in North America, Europe, and around the world. Its Merit Scholarship awards
recognize outstanding students who are the sons and daughters of Varian employees.
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Jeremy Tien CUPERTINO 95014 MONTA VISTA H. S., CUPERTINO

Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Eric R. Wang CUPERTINO 95014 MONTA VISTA H. S., CUPERTINO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT ARRIS SCHOLARSHIP
ARRIS is proud to sponsor awards through the National Merit Scholarship Program in support of higher education. Our awards for
select children of ARRIS employees are an investment in the future and in the next generation of leaders.
Sourish Bairaboina DANVILLE 94506 MONTE VISTA H. S., DANVILLE
Probable career field: Biochemical Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT CHEVRON SCHOLARSHIP
With approximately 59,000 employees, Chevron Corporation is a world-leading integrated energy company, with subsidiaries that
conduct business across the globe. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and
distributes transportation fuels and other energy products; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and
produces geothermal energy; provides energy efficiency solutions; and develops and commercializes the energy resources of
the future.
Erin A. Rairdan DAVIS 95618 DAVIS H. S., DAVIS
Probable career field: Biology
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Rishik Manthana DUBLIN 94568 DUBLIN H. S., DUBLIN
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT ROBERT HALF SCHOLARSHIP
Founded in 1948, Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized staffing firm and a recognized leader in professional
consulting and staffing services. Robert Half helps people find rewarding work and clients find the right talent to grow their
businesses. Our commitment to the workforce is reflected in our support of the Merit Scholarship. We are honored to invest in the
education of our employees' children and prepare them to be future business leaders.
Rishi M. Desai FOOTHILL RANCH 92610 TRABUCO HILLS H. S., MISSION VIEJO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT - DR. JOSEPH J. JACOBS SCHOLARSHIP
Jacobs is one of the world's largest and most diverse providers of technical professional and construction services, serving a broad
range of industrial, commercial and government clients across multiple markets and geographies. The National Merit - Dr. Joseph
J. Jacobs Scholarship Program is open to children of Jacobs U.S. employees in memory of the company's founder, Dr. Joseph J.
Jacobs, who was committed to supporting higher education and recognized the importance of making it attainable for all who
seek it.
Connie Y. Liu FOSTER CITY 94404 ARAGON H. S., SAN MATEO
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Alex Yan FOSTER CITY 94404 THE NUEVA SCHOOL, SAN MATEO
Probable career field: Business
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Kyle Z. Zhang FOSTER CITY 94404 SAN MATEO H. S., SAN MATEO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT ABBVIE INC. SCHOLARSHIP
AbbVie proudly funds the prestigious National Merit Scholarship awards in support of children of employees of AbbVie Inc., U.S.
divisions. AbbVie is a leading global biopharmaceutical company established in 2013. It uniquely combines the assets and
capabilities of an experienced pharmaceutical company with the flexibility and focus of a biotech company to pursue meaningful
opportunities for patients. Its Merit Scholarship Awards recognize outstanding students who are the sons and daughters of
AbbVie employees.
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David M. Cao FREMONT 94536 AMERICAN H. S., FREMONT

Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT AMETEK SCHOLARSHIP
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annualized sales of
more than $4.5 billion. Sponsoring scholarships for the employees' children has been an integral part of the company's support of
higher education, and not only a wonderful benefit to our employees, but also an investment in the future of our community. The
AMETEK Foundation has been annually supporting these scholarships for over 50 years.
Andrew R. Chen FREMONT 94539 MISSION SAN JOSE H. S., FREMONT
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Jonathan Ko FREMONT 94539 MISSION SAN JOSE H. S., FREMONT
Probable career field: Psychology
NATIONAL MERIT TERADATA SCHOLARSHIP
Teradata is the world's largest company solely focused on raising intelligence through data warehousing and enterprise analytics.
Developing the leaders of tomorrow is important to Teradata, and through its National Merit Scholarship awards, Teradata
recognizes outstanding students who are children of Teradata employees.
Mythili S. Korimilli FREMONT 94555 AMERICAN H. S., FREMONT
Probable career field: Applied Mathematics
NATIONAL MERIT WALGREEN CO. SCHOLARSHIP
Founded in 1901, Walgreens is the nation's largest and fastest growing drugstore chain and the industry leader in sales, profits and
technology use. The company operates approximately 4,000 stores in 43 states and Puerto Rico, with sales of over $28 billion.
Walgreens' strategy is focused on convenience. The company strives to provide its patients and customers with outstanding service
and the latest technology available.
Thalia L. Lightstone FREMONT 94539 MISSION SAN JOSE H. S., FREMONT
Probable career field: Environmental Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Apurv Prabhakar FREMONT 94539 MISSION SAN JOSE H. S., FREMONT
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT SIEMENS SCHOLARSHIP
Siemens Corporation produces and markets electrical and electronic systems, instruments, and components for medicine, science,
and industry. Funded through the Siemens Foundation, the purpose of the scholarship program is to support higher education, to
honor exceptionally talented high school students, and to aid as many as possible in obtaining a college education.
Anikait Rao FREMONT 94538 IRVINGTON H. S., FREMONT
Probable career field: Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Deepti S. Rema FREMONT 94539 CIRCLE OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING
Probable career field: Law CHARTER SCHOOL, FREMONT
NATIONAL MERIT ARRIS SCHOLARSHIP
ARRIS is proud to sponsor awards through the National Merit Scholarship Program in support of higher education. Our awards for
select children of ARRIS employees are an investment in the future and in the next generation of leaders.
Jillyn R. Turunen GLENDORA 91741 GLENDORA H. S., GLENDORA
Probable career field: Neurosurgery
NATIONAL MERIT AMETEK SCHOLARSHIP
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annualized sales of
more than $4.5 billion. Sponsoring scholarships for the employees' children has been an integral part of the company's support of
higher education, and not only a wonderful benefit to our employees, but also an investment in the future of our community. The
AMETEK Foundation has been annually supporting these scholarships for over 50 years.
Julie Lynch GRANITE BAY 95746 GRANITE BAY H. S., GRANITE BAY
Probable career field: Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT PFIZER INC SCHOLARSHIP
Pfizer Inc is a diversified company with plants in some 40 countries and sales in more than 100. Its approximately 90,000
employees produce and market pharmaceuticals, agricultural products, hospital products, and consumer products. These Merit
Scholarship awards are provided by Pfizer Inc to the children of employees.
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Sabrina M. Chwalek HAWTHORNE 90250 VISTAMAR SCHOOL, EL SEGUNDO

Probable career field: International Human Rights
NATIONAL MERIT BOEING SCHOLARSHIP
The Boeing Company supports Merit Scholarship awards annually for children of employees. The Merit Scholarship awards are a
part of the Boeing Company's comprehensive aid to education program.
Michael Z. Diao IRVINE 92612 UNIVERSITY H. S., IRVINE
Probable career field: Academia
NATIONAL MERIT NOVARTIS SCHOLARSHIP
The Novartis Group companies are leading manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and healthcare products.
Shivani S. Kulkarni IRVINE 92620 NORTHWOOD H. S., IRVINE
Probable career field: Biomedical Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT NOVARTIS SCHOLARSHIP
The Novartis Group companies are leading manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and healthcare products.
Calvin J. Lee IRVINE 92617 UNIVERSITY H. S., IRVINE
Probable career field: Mechanical Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT ALLERGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Allergan Foundation funds awards to children of employees of Allergan, Inc., U.S. divisions or subsidiaries. Allergan, Inc. is a
global, multi-specialty health care company that focuses on discovering, developing and commercializing innovative pharmaceutical,
biologics and medical devices that enable people to live life to its greatest potential. The Allergan Foundation Merit Scholarship
award provides outstanding students with the opportunity to attain their greatest academic potential.
Aaron A. Liu IRVINE 92620 NORTHWOOD H. S., IRVINE
Probable career field: Physics
NATIONAL MERIT ALLERGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Allergan Foundation funds awards to children of employees of Allergan, Inc., U.S. divisions or subsidiaries. Allergan, Inc. is a
global, multi-specialty health care company that focuses on discovering, developing and commercializing innovative pharmaceutical,
biologics and medical devices that enable people to live life to its greatest potential. The Allergan Foundation Merit Scholarship
award provides outstanding students with the opportunity to attain their greatest academic potential.
Julianna J. Ma IRVINE 92620 NORTHWOOD H. S., IRVINE
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT ALLERGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Allergan Foundation funds awards to children of employees of Allergan, Inc., U.S. divisions or subsidiaries. Allergan, Inc. is a
global, multi-specialty health care company that focuses on discovering, developing and commercializing innovative pharmaceutical,
biologics and medical devices that enable people to live life to its greatest potential. The Allergan Foundation Merit Scholarship
award provides outstanding students with the opportunity to attain their greatest academic potential.
Joshua Y. Zou IRVINE 92604 UNIVERSITY H. S., IRVINE
Probable career field: Physics
NATIONAL MERIT NOVARTIS SCHOLARSHIP
The Novartis Group companies are leading manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and healthcare products.
Cody E. Theobald LOS ALTOS HILLS 94022 LOS ALTOS H. S., LOS ALTOS
Probable career field: Statistics
NATIONAL MERIT VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS SCHOLARSHIP
Varian Medical Systems, Inc., of Palo Alto, California, is the world's leading manufacturer of medical devices and software for
treating cancer and other medical conditions. Varian is a premier supplier of X-ray imaging equipment for medical, scientific, and
industrial applications. The company has offices in North America, Europe, and around the world. Its Merit Scholarship awards
recognize outstanding students who are the sons and daughters of Varian employees.
Clara O. Ross LOS ANGELES 90034 HARVARD- WESTLAKE SCHOOL,
Probable career field: Astrophysics STUDIO CITY
NATIONAL MERIT BOEING SCHOLARSHIP
The Boeing Company supports Merit Scholarship awards annually for children of employees. The Merit Scholarship awards are a
part of the Boeing Company's comprehensive aid to education program.
Carlie Lin MURRIETA 92563 VISTA MURRIETA H. S., MURRIETA
Probable career field: Statistics
NATIONAL MERIT MACY'S, INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Macy's, Inc., supports scholarship awards for children of Macy's and Bloomingdale's employees (or to qualified employees
themselves). These scholarships are a key part of the company's focus areas of education, arts and culture, women's issues,
minority issues, and AIDS/HIV research and awareness. Macy's, Inc., operates Macy's and Bloomingdale's in 45 states, as well as
macys.com and Bloomingdale's By Mail.
Glen C. Husman NORTHRIDGE 91326 NORTH HOLLYWOOD H. S.,
Probable career field: Computer Science NORTH HOLLYWOOD
NATIONAL MERIT NORTHROP GRUMMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Northrop Grumman Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, is a global corporation primarily serving the defense and
electronic systems requirements of governments, commerce, and industry in the U.S. and friendly nations around the world.
Northrop Grumman Corporation annually supports Merit Scholarship awards for the sons and daughters of employees.
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Aditya S. Katewa NOVATO 94949 SAN MARIN H. S., NOVATO

Probable career field: Neurosurgery
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Grace L. Ma OAK PARK 91377 OAK PARK H. S., OAK PARK
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NORTHROP GRUMMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Northrop Grumman Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, is a global corporation primarily serving the defense and
electronic systems requirements of governments, commerce, and industry in the U.S. and friendly nations around the world.
Northrop Grumman Corporation annually supports Merit Scholarship awards for the sons and daughters of employees.
Connor F. Jennings OCEANSIDE 92054 HIGH TECH HIGH- NORTH COUNTY,
Probable career field: Science/Research SAN MARCOS
NATIONAL MERIT LEIDOS, INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Headquartered in Reston, VA, Leidos is a global science and technology solutions and services leader working to solve the world's
toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company's 32,000 employees
support vital missions for government and commercial customers.
Nicholas J. Jennings OCEANSIDE 92054 HIGH TECH HIGH- NORTH COUNTY,
Probable career field: Mathematics SAN MARCOS
NATIONAL MERIT LEIDOS, INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Headquartered in Reston, VA, Leidos is a global science and technology solutions and services leader working to solve the world's
toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company's 32,000 employees
support vital missions for government and commercial customers.
Maxwell J. Cha ONTARIO 91761 COLONY H. S., ONTARIO
Probable career field: Electrical Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT EMERSON ELECTRIC CO. SCHOLARSHIP
Emerson is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers in
industrial, commercial, and consumer markets. Its Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding sons and daughters of
Emerson employees.
Garrett K. Louie ORINDA 94563 MIRAMONTE H. S., ORINDA
Probable career field: Physics
NATIONAL MERIT CHEVRON SCHOLARSHIP
With approximately 59,000 employees, Chevron Corporation is a world-leading integrated energy company, with subsidiaries that
conduct business across the globe. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and
distributes transportation fuels and other energy products; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and
produces geothermal energy; provides energy efficiency solutions; and develops and commercializes the energy resources of
the future.
Joseph S. Park PALMDALE 93551 QUARTZ HILL H. S., QUARTZ HILL
Probable career field: Public Administration
NATIONAL MERIT NORTHROP GRUMMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Northrop Grumman Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, is a global corporation primarily serving the defense and
electronic systems requirements of governments, commerce, and industry in the U.S. and friendly nations around the world.
Northrop Grumman Corporation annually supports Merit Scholarship awards for the sons and daughters of employees.
Prashanti A. Anderson PALO ALTO 94303 PALO ALTO H. S., PALO ALTO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Erin Y. Hu PLEASANTON 94588 FOOTHILL H. S., PLEASANTON
Probable career field: Neuroscience
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Sruthi R. Kundur PLEASANTON 94588 AMADOR VALLEY H. S., PLEASANTON
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT BOEING SCHOLARSHIP
The Boeing Company supports Merit Scholarship awards annually for children of employees. The Merit Scholarship awards are a
part of the Boeing Company's comprehensive aid to education program.
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Emil Tu PLEASANTON 94566 AMADOR VALLEY H. S., PLEASANTON

Probable career field: Finance
NATIONAL MERIT MOLEX SCHOLARSHIP
Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide. With a presence in more
than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer
electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle and medical. Its Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students
who are the children of Molex employees.
Albert C. Liu PORTER RANCH 91326 NORTH HOLLYWOOD H. S.,
Probable career field: Medical Research NORTH HOLLYWOOD
NATIONAL MERIT ALLIANCE DATA SCHOLARSHIP
Alliance Data and its combined businesses is a leading provider of data-driven marketing and loyalty solutions serving large,
consumer-based industries. We are committed to supporting education and helping students acquire the skills and knowledge they
need to achieve their highest potential. Alliance Data is proud to recognize and support the outstanding children of our associates
who have earned honorable distinction in the National Merit Program.
Cassidy M. Zublin POWAY 92064 RANCHO BERNARDO H. S., SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Environmental Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT ARRIS SCHOLARSHIP
ARRIS is proud to sponsor awards through the National Merit Scholarship Program in support of higher education. Our awards for
select children of ARRIS employees are an investment in the future and in the next generation of leaders.
Christabelle Junaidi SAN DIEGO 92127 DEL NORTE H. S., SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT LPL FINANCIAL SCHOLARSHIP
LPL Financial, the nation's largest independent broker-dealer, wants to empower young people to achieve their life aspirations. The
LPL Financial National Merit Scholarship Program is designed to reward children of LPL Financial employees and customers for
their academic achievements. These scholarships provide the opportunity for LPL Financial to invest in our children and their future.
Sarah N. Kosic SAN DIEGO 92120 PATRICK HENRY H. S., SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Applied Mathematics
NATIONAL MERIT TERADATA SCHOLARSHIP
Teradata is the world's largest company solely focused on raising intelligence through data warehousing and enterprise analytics.
Developing the leaders of tomorrow is important to Teradata, and through its National Merit Scholarship awards, Teradata
recognizes outstanding students who are children of Teradata employees.
Jessica Li SAN DIEGO 92130 CANYON CREST ACADEMY, SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Public Health
NATIONAL MERIT PFIZER INC SCHOLARSHIP
Pfizer Inc is a diversified company with plants in some 40 countries and sales in more than 100. Its approximately 90,000
employees produce and market pharmaceuticals, agricultural products, hospital products, and consumer products. These Merit
Scholarship awards are provided by Pfizer Inc to the children of employees.
Emily Ai Lin SAN DIEGO 92130 CANYON CREST ACADEMY, SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Molecular Biology
NATIONAL MERIT ARRIS SCHOLARSHIP
ARRIS is proud to sponsor awards through the National Merit Scholarship Program in support of higher education. Our awards for
select children of ARRIS employees are an investment in the future and in the next generation of leaders.
William Lin SAN DIEGO 92130 CANYON CREST ACADEMY, SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT VIASAT SCHOLARSHIP
ViaSat, Inc. provides Merit Scholarship awards to the children of employees as part of its commitment to higher education.
Angela J. Liu SAN DIEGO 92130 TORREY PINES H. S., SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Environmental Science
NATIONAL MERIT JOHNSON & JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP
Caring for the world, one person at a time, has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 125 years. We
embrace research and science--bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and well-being of people.
Our Credo places a strong emphasis on our employees, and the National Merit Scholarship Program is an excellent opportunity to
support future generations.
Ashley E. Meader SAN DIEGO 92109 UNIVERSITY CITY H. S., SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Writing
NATIONAL MERIT PFIZER INC SCHOLARSHIP
Pfizer Inc is a diversified company with plants in some 40 countries and sales in more than 100. Its approximately 90,000
employees produce and market pharmaceuticals, agricultural products, hospital products, and consumer products. These Merit
Scholarship awards are provided by Pfizer Inc to the children of employees.
Maya A. Rozenshteyn SAN DIEGO 92119 PATRICK HENRY H. S., SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Entrepreneurship
NATIONAL MERIT JACK HENRY & ASSOCIATES, INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.® (JHA) is a leading provider of technology solutions and payment processing services primarily for
the financial services industry. At JHA, we strive to "do the right thing" in everything we do, both personally and professionally. JHA
is a proud supporter of higher education and is pleased to give back to our Associates and their children through the National Merit
Scholarship Program.
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Matthew Tsai SAN DIEGO 92130 CANYON CREST ACADEMY, SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT RAYTHEON SCHOLARSHIP
Raytheon Company is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, security, and civil markets throughout the world.
Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, and capabilities in various areas: sensing; effects;
command, control, communications and intelligence systems; cybersecurity; and a broad range of mission support services.
Nicholas R. Vanny SAN DIEGO 92131 SCRIPPS RANCH H. S., SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NORTHROP GRUMMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Northrop Grumman Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, is a global corporation primarily serving the defense and
electronic systems requirements of governments, commerce, and industry in the U.S. and friendly nations around the world.
Northrop Grumman Corporation annually supports Merit Scholarship awards for the sons and daughters of employees.
Nathan F. Zhang SAN DIEGO 92130 CANYON CREST ACADEMY, SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT PFIZER INC SCHOLARSHIP
Pfizer Inc is a diversified company with plants in some 40 countries and sales in more than 100. Its approximately 90,000
employees produce and market pharmaceuticals, agricultural products, hospital products, and consumer products. These Merit
Scholarship awards are provided by Pfizer Inc to the children of employees.
Samantha Brooke Zhu SAN DIEGO 92130 CANYON CREST ACADEMY, SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Biology
NATIONAL MERIT ALLERGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Allergan Foundation funds awards to children of employees of Allergan, Inc., U.S. divisions or subsidiaries. Allergan, Inc. is a
global, multi-specialty health care company that focuses on discovering, developing and commercializing innovative pharmaceutical,
biologics and medical devices that enable people to live life to its greatest potential. The Allergan Foundation Merit Scholarship
award provides outstanding students with the opportunity to attain their greatest academic potential.
Arthur Zhang SAN FRANCISCO 94132 LOWELL H. S., SAN FRANCISCO
Probable career field: Mathematics
NATIONAL MERIT LEIDOS, INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Headquartered in Reston, VA, Leidos is a global science and technology solutions and services leader working to solve the world's
toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company's 32,000 employees
support vital missions for government and commercial customers.
Nithya Sri Attaluri SAN JOSE 95129 CUPERTINO H. S., CUPERTINO
Probable career field: Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT - THE PWC CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The PwC Charitable Foundation, Inc., a section 501(c)(3) organization, is powered by the knowledge, interests and goodwill of our
people. It supports our people when in need and invests in emerging solutions to society's greatest challenges in education
and humanitarianism.
Anisha Baktha SAN JOSE 95138 VALLEY CHRISTIAN H. S., SAN JOSE
Probable career field: Psychiatry
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Allison Li SAN JOSE 95120 LELAND H. S., SAN JOSE
Probable career field: Law
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Victor Hua Ma SAN JOSE 95148 EVERGREEN VALLEY H. S., SAN JOSE
Probable career field: Dentistry
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Jonathan Nguy SAN JOSE 95148 EVERGREEN VALLEY H. S., SAN JOSE
Probable career field: Undecided
NATIONAL MERIT ABBVIE INC. SCHOLARSHIP
AbbVie proudly funds the prestigious National Merit Scholarship awards in support of children of employees of AbbVie Inc., U.S.
divisions. AbbVie is a leading global biopharmaceutical company established in 2013. It uniquely combines the assets and
capabilities of an experienced pharmaceutical company with the flexibility and focus of a biotech company to pursue meaningful
opportunities for patients. Its Merit Scholarship Awards recognize outstanding students who are the sons and daughters of
AbbVie employees.
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Perry L. Son SAN JOSE 95132 PIEDMONT HILLS H. S., SAN JOSE
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Cassidy R. Wallace SAN JOSE 95135 NOTRE DAME H. S., SAN JOSE
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT - THE PWC CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The PwC Charitable Foundation, Inc., a section 501(c)(3) organization, is powered by the knowledge, interests and goodwill of our
people. It supports our people when in need and invests in emerging solutions to society's greatest challenges in education
and humanitarianism.
Elias O. Lewin-Koh SAN MATEO 94403 HILLSDALE H. S., SAN MATEO
Probable career field: Environmental Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Anna Y. Zhang SAN MATEO 94402 ARAGON H. S., SAN MATEO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NELSON F. PETERSON SCHOLARSHIP
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is based in South San Francisco and serves as headquarters for Roche pharmaceutical
operations in the U.S. Roche is the world's largest biotech company, with truly differentiated medicines in oncology, immunology,
infectious diseases, ophthalmology and neuroscience. Roche is the world leader in in vitro diagnostics and tissue-based cancer
diagnostics, and a frontrunner in diabetes management. These scholarships are awarded to qualifying children of U.S. employees.
Jeffrey Khau SAN RAMON 94582 DOUGHERTY VALLEY H. S., SAN RAMON
Probable career field: Biomedical Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT NVIDIA CORPORATION SCHOLARSHIP
NVIDIA, based in Silicon Valley, is igniting the next era of computing with its invention, the GPU, acting as the artificial intelligence
brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. NVIDIA's Merit Scholarship awards recognize outstanding students who are the
children of its employees - and reflect the company's commitment to its employees, their families, and higher education.
Paul C. Grosen SANTA BARBARA 93111 DOS PUEBLOS H. S., GOLETA
Probable career field: Computer Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT JERRY R. JUNKINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
As one of the world's leading high technology companies, Texas Instruments and its employees have strong commitments to
supporting excellence in education at all levels. To recognize and reward educational excellence and achievement by our students
and their families, each child of a TI employee who achieves Finalist status in the National Merit Program is awarded a TI
Foundation-sponsored Merit Scholarship award.
Nathan M. Wachholz SANTA BARBARA 93111 DOS PUEBLOS H. S., GOLETA
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT NORTHROP GRUMMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Northrop Grumman Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, is a global corporation primarily serving the defense and
electronic systems requirements of governments, commerce, and industry in the U.S. and friendly nations around the world.
Northrop Grumman Corporation annually supports Merit Scholarship awards for the sons and daughters of employees.
Adrian C. Kalaw SANTA ROSA 95407 MENLO SCHOOL, ATHERTON
Probable career field: Medicine
NATIONAL MERIT WALGREEN CO. SCHOLARSHIP
Founded in 1901, Walgreens is the nation's largest and fastest growing drugstore chain and the industry leader in sales, profits and
technology use. The company operates approximately 4,000 stores in 43 states and Puerto Rico, with sales of over $28 billion.
Walgreens' strategy is focused on convenience. The company strives to provide its patients and customers with outstanding service
and the latest technology available.
George T. Wythes SOLANA BEACH 92075 TORREY PINES H. S., SAN DIEGO
Probable career field: Medical Research
NATIONAL MERIT PFIZER INC SCHOLARSHIP
Pfizer Inc is a diversified company with plants in some 40 countries and sales in more than 100. Its approximately 90,000
employees produce and market pharmaceuticals, agricultural products, hospital products, and consumer products. These Merit
Scholarship awards are provided by Pfizer Inc to the children of employees.
Emmalyn D. Kim STEVENSON RANCH 91381 WEST RANCH H. S., VALENCIA
Probable career field: Biomedical Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT NORTHROP GRUMMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Northrop Grumman Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, is a global corporation primarily serving the defense and
electronic systems requirements of governments, commerce, and industry in the U.S. and friendly nations around the world.
Northrop Grumman Corporation annually supports Merit Scholarship awards for the sons and daughters of employees.
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Daniel C. DeAnda SUNNYVALE 94087 HOMESTEAD H. S., CUPERTINO

Probable career field: Software Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT ABBVIE INC. SCHOLARSHIP
AbbVie proudly funds the prestigious National Merit Scholarship awards in support of children of employees of AbbVie Inc., U.S.
divisions. AbbVie is a leading global biopharmaceutical company established in 2013. It uniquely combines the assets and
capabilities of an experienced pharmaceutical company with the flexibility and focus of a biotech company to pursue meaningful
opportunities for patients. Its Merit Scholarship Awards recognize outstanding students who are the sons and daughters of
AbbVie employees.
Abhishek B. Kattuparambil SUNNYVALE 94087 HOMESTEAD H. S., CUPERTINO
Probable career field: Computer Science
NATIONAL MERIT MACY'S, INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Macy's, Inc., supports scholarship awards for children of Macy's and Bloomingdale's employees (or to qualified employees
themselves). These scholarships are a key part of the company's focus areas of education, arts and culture, women's issues,
minority issues, and AIDS/HIV research and awareness. Macy's, Inc., operates Macy's and Bloomingdale's in 45 states, as well as
macys.com and Bloomingdale's By Mail.
Matthew Xiyang Xu THOUSAND OAKS 91360 WESTLAKE H. S., WESTLAKE VILLAGE
Probable career field: Environmental Science
NATIONAL MERIT BOEING SCHOLARSHIP
The Boeing Company supports Merit Scholarship awards annually for children of employees. The Merit Scholarship awards are a
part of the Boeing Company's comprehensive aid to education program.
Emma L. Gloyer TORRANCE 90501 SOUTH H. S., TORRANCE
Probable career field: Mechanical Engineering
NATIONAL MERIT NORTHROP GRUMMAN SCHOLARSHIP
Northrop Grumman Corporation, based in Los Angeles, California, is a global corporation primarily serving the defense and
electronic systems requirements of governments, commerce, and industry in the U.S. and friendly nations around the world.
Northrop Grumman Corporation annually supports Merit Scholarship awards for the sons and daughters of employees.
Siya N. Shah TORRANCE 90505 WEST H. S., TORRANCE
Probable career field: Biomedicine
NATIONAL MERIT AMERICAN FINANCIAL GROUP SCHOLARSHIP
American Financial Group provides Merit Scholarship awards as part of its commitment to higher education.
Connie J. Tian TUSTIN 92782 ORANGE COUNTY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS,
Probable career field: Molecular Biology SANTA ANA
NATIONAL MERIT - DR. JOSEPH J. JACOBS SCHOLARSHIP
Jacobs is one of the world's largest and most diverse providers of technical professional and construction services, serving a broad
range of industrial, commercial and government clients across multiple markets and geographies. The National Merit - Dr. Joseph
J. Jacobs Scholarship Program is open to children of Jacobs U.S. employees in memory of the company's founder, Dr. Joseph J.
Jacobs, who was committed to supporting higher education and recognized the importance of making it attainable for all who
seek it.