East High School
Future Center: Room 224
Advisor: Vinny Caricato
Phone: 720.423.8595
Email: vcaricato@denverscholarship.org
Vinny was born and raised on the beautiful sweeping plains of Colorado. He is a first generation college student, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Colorado State University (CSU). It was at CSU that Vinny found his passion for serving students through mentoring youth within the Fort Collins community. Eventually, Vinny ended up working in college admissions upon graduation where he helped students find their educational fit at CSU. Now serving as the College Advisor at East High School, Vinny thrives in helping students find their path after high school. Vinny loves his work and is proud to be a part of the Denver Scholarship Foundation family!
Colorado College Fellow: Salem Tewelde
Phone: 720.423.8595
Email: stewelde@denverscholarship.org
Salem graduated from Colorado College (CC) in May 2018 with a degree in Feminist and Gender studies. Her passion for social justice, education equity, and curiosity about the nonprofit world led her to her position as a CC Fellow at Denver Scholarship Foundation. As a College Advisor, Salem directly and collaboratively aids other first generation and immigrant students similar to herself. Outside of work, Salem spends ample time with friends and family eating, traveling, and laughing.