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Portrait of Madilyn Walters

Honor Society® member

Madilyn Walters

  • kinesiology
  • Class of 2026
  • Lumberton, NC

Member since August 2025

About

Dedicated kinesiology student with a passion for helping others through occupational therapy. Actively contributing to the community through volunteering and church involvement while learning vital communication and problem-solving skills. Strong work ethic and commitment to learning more about fine motor skills and their necessity in daily activities.

Education

  • University of North Carolina at Pembroke

    None (transient studies)

    2025

  • Methodist University

    kinesiology

    2024 – 2026

  • Bladen Community College

    None (Obtained associates degrees)

    2022 – 2024

  • West Bladen High School

    none (high school)

    2020 – 2024

Honors and awards

  • Presidents List Methodist University 2024-25

    The President’s List honors students who achieved a 3.90 or better GPA with at least 46.8 quality points during the semester on a total course load of 12-or-more semester hours without developmental courses or D, F, or I grades.

Goals and interests

Career goal

Occupational Therapy

Graduate school interests

Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Program at Methodist University

Outside the classroom

- Reading
- Practicing new languages
- Playing volleyball
- Gardening

Experience

  • Administrative and Exam Proctor Assistant

    Working at Methodist Universities Student Access and Accommodations Services as an assistant and exam proctor. Answering phone calls, monitoring department email, and greeting guests in the office. Scheduling exams, checking students in for exams, assisting with student registrations, and other miscellaneous duties assigned by coordinator.

    Sep 2024 – Aug 2025

  • Waitress

    Gerald's Smokehouse & Grill Be knowledgeable about the menu, including daily specials, and make recommendations based on customer preferences. Accurately take orders, relay them to the kitchen, and serve food and beverages promptly and efficiently. Ensure customer satisfaction by checking on them regularly, addressing any needs or concerns, and providing excellent service. Process payments accurately and efficiently, handling cash and credit transactions.

    Jan 2024 – Aug 2024

  • Emerge Gymnastics - Coach

    Worked at Emerge Gymnastics training athletes in various skills including balance, coordination, and strength. Ensured a safe training environment by teaching proper technique, maintaing equipment, and monitoring athlete conditions. Coached athletes who successfully moved up to higher levels, some of whom made it to state competitions.

    Nov 2021 – Aug 2022

Volunteering

  • Provided support to occupational therapists who were caring for patients. Assisted by organizing equipment, assisting with exercises, and engaging with children to encourage participation.

    Cole Pediatric Therapy

    Jun 2022 – Aug 2025

Languages

  • English (US) Advanced
  • Spanish Beginner

Additional information