Ripley Native Faith Pilkington Excels at UT Martin, Prepares for Law Career at Vanderbilt

Faith Pilkington, a recent graduate from the University of Tennessee at Martin (UT Martin), has completed her studies with significant achievements. Originally from Ripley, she earned degrees in political science and philosophy. Pilkington plans to attend Vanderbilt University Law School in the fall of 2024. She aims to specialize in civil litigation and advocate for those with limited access to legal representation. Pilkington hopes to continue her career in Tennessee, particularly in Nashville.

During her time at UT Martin, Pilkington participated actively in student organizations, enhancing her college experience. She served as president of the Student Government Association (SGA) during the 2023-24 academic year and received the Spring 2024 Paul and Martha Meek Award for outstanding leadership. She was also a member of Zeta Tau Alpha, the Student Alumni Council, and the University Scholars Program. Her involvement helped her build lasting friendships and professional connections.

As SGA president, Pilkington led initiatives to improve student life, including advocating for more funding for student organizations and discussing a raise in the student worker minimum wage. Although her proposal to reintroduce a study day was not implemented, it initiated ongoing discussions about academic policies.

Pilkington worked effectively with multiple university chancellors, including Dr. Keith Carver, Dr. Philip Acree Cavalier, and Chancellor Yancy Freeman. These changes in administration provided her opportunities to collaborate and focus on student needs at UT Martin.

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