Meredith Walkup

Hometown: Murfreesboro, TN
Classification/Major: Junior, Communication Studies

My most memorable experience is experiencing campus as a student for the first time on gameday. Although I had been to a game before, seeing and feeling the spirit was incredible. We won (beat Cal) and cheering and capturing the spirit is truly a memory I will keep forever.

I do not have a favorite extracurricular experience. Everything I am involved in now or have been has been very valuable. I treasure all of the memories and friends I have made over the last two years. Each experience has taught me so many lessons and allowed me to grow in many ways. However, my most valuable extracurricular experience so far is my on campus job in UT’s Athletic Department. The people I work with and the experience I have gained have shown me so many wonderful things and really aided me in my future career choices. While every task may not be fun, I am very blessed to have this opportunity and learn valuable live lessons. I encourage all to get involved in as much as possible.

The Hill! There is so much tradition and spirit embodied in that area of campus. From the checkerboard on Ayers Hall and what that means to Athletic Tradition, to tulips in the spring, everything on The Hill tells a story and rally shows what our campus is all about. You can see almost every spot on campus from the top of The Hill and even though it is ninety-eight steps to the top, it is still my favorite spot on campus.

Meredith Walkup

Contact Meredith Walkup

Student Orientation
412 Student Services Bldg.
Knoxville, TN 37996-0247
Phone: (865) 974-2435
Fax: (865) 974-1373
Email: mwalkup@utk.edu