August 3, 2020

Julian McAliley

Academic Advisor

Biography

Hometown:
Knoxville, TN

A Word of Advice:
My advice to any student would be to always do your FAFSA early and to keep up with Financial Aid dates and deadlines

July 30, 2020

Thelma Vandergriff

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Thorn Hill, TN

A Word of Advice:
Please don't hesitate to ask us anything if we don't have the answer we can usually help you find it.

Becky Sparks

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Greenville, TN

A Word of Advice:
Only take out the loans that you need to pay for school. Keeping your loan balance as low as possible will help you pay it off faster in the future!

 

Meghann Overholt

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Knoxville, TN

A Word of Advice:
Don't be afraid to reach out for help! I am here for you!

Spencer Morris

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Cottonwood, TN

A Word of Advice:
There are so many things about college that scared me about college because I didn't have someone telling me that I can do it. I promise you can do it, and I want to help you!

Joshua Martin

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Bean Station, TN

A Word of Advice:
Your college experience should be fun and insightful! As your One Stop counselor, we can navigate Rocky Top the way it is meant to be. Let us help!

 

Jordan Lynde

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Mocksville, NC

A Word of Advice:
Apply for as many third-party scholarships as possible. It is possible to graduate debt free!

Jamie Lemons

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Charleston, SC

A Word of Advice:
Remember to use resources that are offered such as the writing center, tutoring center, counselling, clinic, etc. It is important to make use of resources that our campus gives us to do well and be successful while we are in college. As your One Stop Counselor, we are here to support you in your college career success.

Lisa Keathly

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Austin, TX

A Word of Advice:
College has its own language and culture. As your One Stop Counselor, I can help you become confident in navigating your new responsibilities as a university student.

Julia Gillette

One Stop Counselor

Biography

Hometown:
Dayton, TN

A Word of Advice:
Start the conversation! There is so much information thrown at students about financial aid and classes, so just if you're unsure about something, just say so! We're here to help!