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Wednesday, June 5, 2013 wilsontimes.com 8BHunt High SchoolContinued from page 3AC. Tyler SharpMost Influential Teacher: Coach Chris Beneck (IBSpanish)Statement about Teacher: I have had Coach Beneckalmost every year since I came to Hunt, and not only hashe given me a profound and sustained interest in theSpanish language, but he has taught me about life andhow to play its game.Jasmine TaylorLeadership Positions: Senior Class Vice President, SeniorCaptain for Dairy Judging (FFA)School Activities: National Honor Society, Future Farmersof America, Future Business Leaders of America, SeniorClass Officer, Coordinator of Holy Temple TutorialServiceAwards Received: National Honor Society, 3rd Place -Women’s Discus for The Wilson Times Track and FieldInvitational 2013College: East Carolina UniversityParents: Daughter of Vernestine Kent and Dwight TaylorMost Influential Teacher: John Byrum (Anatomy)Statement about Teacher: Coach Byrum is an inspiringteacher who keeps me captivated no matter the topic.His methods aren’t outrageous but they encourage meto be successful. I will never forget his words of wisdomand positive attitude toward life.Elizabeth AdamsLeadership Positions: Senior Class Secretary, Club UnifySecretary, National Honor Society Public RelationsOfficer, Varsity Swim Team CaptainSchool Activities: Club Unify, Fellowship of ChristianAthletes, SGA, National Honor Society, Student BoosterClub, Varsity Swim Team, 2012-13 Yearbook StaffAwards Received: WEP Academic Champion (4 years),National Honor Society, Varsity Swimming (letter andbar)Scholarships: North Carolina State University ChancellorLeadership ScholarshipCollege: North Carolina State UniversityParents: Daughter of Jerry and Debra AdamsMost Influential Teacher: Virginia Shreve (IB EnglishIII, Pre-IB English II, Yearbook)Statement about Teacher: Mrs. Shreve is a teacher whocares about all of her students and she makes it known.She is one of the most caring, understanding, and patientpeople I have met. I have truly enjoyed and appreciatewhat Mrs. Shreve has done for me over the pastthree years.Emily HowardLeadership Positions: Senior Class TreasurerSchool Activities: National Honor Society, Wilson VisualArts Academy, ACT! for Youth, Playhouse of Wilson,Teen Court, Spanish Club, French ClubAwards Received: WEP Academic Champion, Two 3rdPlace, Two 1st Place, One “Best of Show” at the WVAAShowCollege: Appalachian State UniversityParents: Daughter of Alison and Jim HowardMost Influential Teacher: Kenneth Groh (History), PaulEdgerton (Bible as Literature)Statement about Teacher: Both Mr. Groh and Mr.Edgerton have both had a large part in deepening andmaturing my thought and view of self. They have becomerole models, mentors, and friends. I appreciate allthey’ve done as well as the wit and wisdom they injectinto everyday life.Casey PotterLeadership Positions: Senior Class ReporterSchool Activities: National Honor Society, NationalTechnical Honor Society, Club Unify, Teen Court, ACT!for Youth, Playhouse of Wilson, Girl Scouts, StudentBooster Club, Cause Club, Quince: A Southern BistroAwards Received: Wilson County Girls Jr. Golf Champion:2012, WEP Academic Champion, Girls Golf MVP:2012, Girls Golf Coaches Award: 2011, Girls Golf MostImproved Award: 2009 & 2010, Wilson Youth on theMove Nominee, Girl Scout Gold, Silver & Bronze AwardScholarships: Tyrus Perry ScholarshipCollege: East Carolina UniversityParents: Daughter of Christine and Ray PotterMost Influential Teacher: Virginia ShreveStatement about Teacher: Mrs. Shreve was one ofthe best English teachers I have ever had, and she hasshared her love of books with me.Wilson Early CollegeJennifer BravoLeadership Positions: Vice Chair of Wilson Youth CouncilSchool Activities: Phi Theta Kappa, National Honor Society,Wilson Youth CouncilAwards Received: NC Scholar, WEP Academic Champion,Service AwardCollege: UNC-GreensboroParents: Daughter of Olivia Bravo and Guadalupe OrtizMost Influential Teacher: Angie London (English)Statement about Teacher: She was such an inspirationalteacher. She encouraged me to keep on going with myeducation. It was so special to have her as an Englishteacher for 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grades.Rayven AndersonLeadership Positions: Wilson County Teen DemocratsVice President, Future Business Leaders of AmericaPresidentAwards Received: NC Scholars Award, Faculty Cup -Wilson Early College Academy, WEP Academic ChampionScholarships: Pogue Scholarship, Carolina CovenantCollege: UNC-Chapel HillParents: Daughter of Adrianne AndersonMost Influential Teacher: Jason Kessler (9th Grade)Statement about Teacher: Mr. Kessler always believedthat I had a bright and promising future ahead of me,and he always encouraged me to never cower in the faceof adversity, to never be afraid to defy the odds, and tonever let anyone or anything hinder me from followingmy dreams.Brittany HilliardSchool Activities: Volunteered at B.O. Barnes andDarden Middle School. Also, I have helped with differentfood drives and donations at school.Awards Received: A.J. Rightway Award for PerserverenceScholarships: C.H. Darden Scholarship, Merit Scholarship- Fayetteville State UniversityCollege: Fayetteville State UniversityParents: Daughter of Charles D. Spivey and Marcia A.HilliardMost Influential Teacher: Angela LondonStatement about Teacher: Mrs. London is special becauseshe is always there to help you whenever you needhelp. She also takes you as her own child and tells younothing wrong.Christine Leigh DeyLeadership Positions: SGA PresidentSchool Activities: SGA, Volunteen, Best Buy Employee,Piano, Bowling, Kuntaw,Scholarships: Out of State School ScholarshipCollege: Portland State UniversityParents: Daughter of Keith and Brenda DeyMost Influential Teacher: Jason Kessler (Civics andEconomics)Statement about Teacher: Mr. Kessler was my favoriteteacher because he challenged me and taught me morethan I have ever learned in a single class. He made melove learning a subject that I really don’t like.Brandon SkinnerLeadership Positions: Phi Theta Kappa Member, NationalHonor Society MemberSchool Activities: Phi Theta Kappa, National HonorSociety, Shadower at Wilson Medical Center, Tutor atJones Elementary SchoolAwards Received: WEP Academic Champion (4years), Dean’s ListScholarships: Barton Trustee Scholarship, Grahamand Dorothy L. Parker Endowed ScholarshipCollege: Barton CollegeParents: Son of Tammy BattenMost Influential Teacher: Mrs. Liner (1st Grade -Gardners Elem.)Statement about Teacher: Mrs. Liner was the teacherwho helped me learn to love school. Being one of myearly teachers, she left a lasting impact on me. She wasalways very kind, compassionate, and cared for all ofher students. Most importantly, she made me feel special.Roslyn RogersLeadership Positions: SGA Secretary, Phi Theta KappaPresidentSchool Activities: Student Government Association,Yearbook, Tutor, Phi Theta Kappa, Prom CommitteeAwards Received: Dean’s List, Academic CelebrationParticipant (4 years)College: Barton CollegeParents: Roy and Lori RogersMost Influential Teacher: Angela London (English)Statement about Teacher: Mrs. London has influencedme a lot in my high school career. She was always like amother to me. I can talk to her about anything that wasbothering me. She always asked me about my healthwhen I was sick and cares about all her students. Shewas my only high school teacher that visited me in thehospital. She is not just a teacher, she is a friend.Ashlee StricklandSchool Activities: FBLA, Chorus, YearbookCollege: UNC-WilmingtonParents: Daughter of Torrie and Felton StricklandMost Influential Teacher: Angie London (English)Statement about Teacher: Mrs. London was alwaysthere to guide me even when we weren’t too fond of eachother. She is genuine, caring, and special. I know I willnever forget her. Thanks, Mrs. London.Alfonso EstupinanLeadership Positions: SGA Vice PresidentSchool Activities: Yearbook, SGA, Police ExplorersScholarships: Univision LeadershipCollege: UNC-GreensboroParents: Son of Judy EstupinanMost Influential Teacher: Angie London (English)Statement about Teacher: She pushed me to my fullestpotential even when I felt I was doing my best. She neverstopped believing I was better. Lastly, she built a relationshipas a family member and helped me realize I could dobetter and reach my goals.Benefits to joining a campus organizationThe first week of life on a college campuscan be somewhat overwhelmingfor first-year college students. For manystudents, college is their first taste of independence.Some embrace that newfoundfreedom, while others grow homesick andlong for the company of their immediatefamily. But as the school year progresses,the majority of first-year college studentsadapt to life on campus and grow to lovetheir new surroundings.Once students have comfortably adaptedto their new lives, many seek opportunitiesto become more actively involvedin life on campus. College clubs and organizationsare a great way to do just that,providing a host of benefits that furtherenhances college life.Meet peopleJoining a student club or organizationis a great way for college studentsto meet fellow students, professors andother people of note on campus. This isespecially beneficial for first-year collegestudents, whose social circle mayotherwise be limited to roommates orfellow residents of their dormitories.Joining a club or student organizationcan quickly expand that social circleto include people who share your interestsand not just your dorm assignment.Find a majorMany first-year college students areunsure about a course of study, enrollingas an undeclared. Such studentscan benefit from joining clubs or studentorganizations that pique theirinterests. For example, joining an oncampusdebate club might help youdiscover a passion for debate, whichcan lead down a path to becoming alawyer. Students who enroll in collegewithout declaring a major may havethe most to gain by joining a club ororganization.Boost your GpaJoining a club or student organizationalso may make you a better student.That’s especially likely for studentswho join a club or organizationthat’s aligned with their field of study.A club or organization can help youapply lessons from the classroom inreal-world situations, improving yourgrasp of certain concepts. In addition,your fellow club members may makegreat teachers, especially those whoare ahead of you and have taken manyof the same classes you’re now takingor can expect to take down the road.Such students can be invaluable resources,helping explain concepts andoffering advice as to which courses totake and which professors they prefer.Improve your overall experienceEven if a student club or organizationhas nothing to do with your studiesor your future career, signing up is agreat way to improve your overall collegeexperience. You’re liable to createmore memories, make more friendsand get the most out of your time oncampus, which many college seniorswill tell you is going to be gone beforeyou know it. Take advantage of all ofthe opportunities your college or universityoffers, and you will likely oneday look back and be glad you madethe most of your time on campus.