For Immediate Release

Contact: Elisa.Rivera@Sen.Ca.Gov or (559) 264-3070

Senator Anna M. Caballero to Recognize the Senate District 14 Latino Caucus Scholarship Recipient for 2023

Madera: Senator Anna M. Caballero will recognize Jose Eduardo Rodriguez Vargas, Senate District 14 2023 Latino Caucus Scholarship award recipient. Jose, a graduate of Matilda Torres High School in Madera, was an active member of the Madera Leo Club, Class Council Secretary and a member of his school’s Speech and Debate team. While maintaining a 4.33 GPA, Jose worked as a field laborer. He plans to attend the University of California San Diego where he will study structural engineering.        

“Jose is an example of the best and brightest that the Central Valley has to offer. Through diligent work, he has overcome self-doubt and with the encouragement of family, has accomplished his educational goals. I am proud of Jose, and hope that this scholarship award will help him to continue his education.” –Senator Anna M. Caballero, Senate District 14

“When I checked my emails, I could not believe that I had been awarded the CLLCF scholarship for $5,000. I spent half an hour checking the website for any updates, and checking the email that sent the message because it felt so surreal to be recognized among so many amazing Latino students. I remember running to my mom to show her the email. I teared a bit if I am being honest because this scholarship means a number of things to me. First, attending UC San Diego would be more affordable. Secondly, it meant that I am capable and that I do deserve to attend university along with other amazing students. Lastly, it meant that I would be the first to attend University where I will pave the way for my younger siblings. I am so grateful for this opportunity and I plan to make the most of it!” -Jose Eduardo Rodriguez Vargas, 2023 Latino Caucus Scholarship Recipient for Senate District 14

The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation is a charitable, non-profit organization established to promote and advocate on behalf of the Latino community in California and to educate the public about Latino culture, heritage, and issues of importance.

Sixty-one students from across the state will receive a 2023 CLLCF Scholarship worth $5,000 for a total $305,000 awarded. In its ninth year, the CLLCF Scholarship Program received 916 applications. You can read more about the 2023 scholarship recipients here.

Senator Anna M. Caballero will host a small reception in honor of Jose Eduardo Rodriguez Vargas.

Details are as follows:

WHAT: Latino Caucus Senate District 14 Scholarship Recipient Celebration

WHERE: City of Madera Council Chambers at 205 W Fourth St. Madera, CA 93637

WHEN: Friday, September 8, 2023 from 2:30-3:30 PM

For questions, or to schedule an interview, please contact Elisa Rivera at 559-264-3070

Senator Anna M. Caballero represents the 14^th Senate District, composed of majority portions of Merced, Fresno and Madera Counties.

* Senator Anna M. Caballero serves as the Interim Representative for the Salinas Valley and San Benito County until 2024 when a newly elected Senator will assume the district

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