Hey! My name is Peyton Gentry and I am from Wise, Virginia. I am a 2023 alumnus of UVA Wise who majored in history, with a minor in pre-law. As a Wise County native, I chose UVA Wise so that I could stay close to home. One of my favorite moments as a UVA Wise student had to be the debates in Professor Wilkey’s upper-level history classes. That was some of the most fun I’ve ever had!
My favorite thing about being an admissions counselor is meeting new students on campus. I am excited to show you what my alma mater is all about!
Peyton’s fun facts:
Favorite UVA Wise class? American History History 1070
Favorite study spot? First floor of the library
Favorite spot to chill on campus? Fourth floor of library
What are some things UVA Wise students should put on their bucket list? Present at research day
Favorite restaurant in the area? El Dorado
Favorite Town of Wise event? Fall Fling
Favorite place to go in the area? High Knob
What do you like to do in your free time? I enjoy weightlifting, reading history books and researching politics.
Favorite season? Fall
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