2018-2019 Avatar: Devin Davis

Greetings! My name is Devin Davis and I am a senior from Georgetown – home of the Toyota plant and north of the Kentucky Horse Park. Prior to coming to Gatton, I attended Scott County High School where I played soccer, was on the Academic Team, and volunteered for the Scott County Teen Court. I also served on the Gifted & Talented council, Advanced Placement Advisory Council, and the Kentucky Department of Education Commissioner’s Student Council.

Gatton had been on my radar ever since I discovered it while attending a Duke TIP recognition ceremony in seventh grade. Wanting to study engineering, I always felt as if it would be a perfect fit for me and my academic future. Gatton is a unique place that offers opportunities for students to thrive. One of my favorite opportunities thus far has been studying abroad at Harlaxton. While at Harlaxton, we were able to delve into English Literature with the vibrant Dr. Rutledge. We were able to tour amazing sites such as Stonehenge and Warwick Castle, watch a Shakespearean play at the Globe Theatre, and immerse ourselves in a foreign culture.

Another amazing opportunity that we have as high school students is the ability to conduct research. Last semester, I began working alongside Dr. Morteza Nurcheshmeh to analyze high-speed metal forming technologies using high-strength steels and low-dense metals in order to reduce vehicle weight and fuel consumption.

I am incredibly proud of this school. Not only do we learn each day from outstanding WKU professors, but the Gatton staff works diligently to create an optimum learning environment and prioritizes each one of us and our ultimate goals. The students and staff have developed an amazing support system and community. We are students that are very similar despite our diverse backgrounds. We all work to accomplish our goals, strive to be active members on campus and in the community, and even struggle through CPS. Gatton has provided me with lifelong friends and a family that will forever welcome me. This is why I am excited to serve as a Gatton Avatar this year. I want to share my Gatton story and my appreciation to be able to call this special place home.

 

Devin