Jayda Disney

Hello!! I am Jayda Disney. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in strategic communication & public relations at UT Martin in May 2026. In August 2026, I will begin working toward my Master of Arts in Strategic Communication. 

In my free time, I enjoy hiking, fishing, horseback riding, and golfing. 

I am excited to meet these hardworking students, help them have an amazing summer experience, and getting them excited for their future college years! 

Jayda Disney

Mason Elliott

Hello! My name is Mason Elliott, and I am from Paris, TN. I am a rising senior double majoring in philosophy and political science and a University Scholar. I am excited to be a part of this year’s Governor’s School program and look forward to guiding the scholars and sharing what makes UT Martin such a special place!

Mason Elliott

Harley Gulley

Hello! My name is Harley Gulley, and I am from Winchester, TN! I graduated from UTM this spring with a bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences, with a concentration in Education. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors, and I’m currently learning how to play piano and guitar! I also love to travel and will be going to Japan this July!

I’m so excited to be a counselor for the Governor's School of Humanities, and I can’t wait to make this summer a great one!

Harley Gulley

Madde Stephenson

Hello! My name is Madde Stephenson and I am an upcoming junior at UT Martin pursuing a psychology major and a neuroscience minor. I am in the University Scholars Program here on campus and I am a worship leader at my church just down the road, First Baptist Martin. While I’m from Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Martin is my second home, and I’m so excited to be back as a counselor this summer! I can’t wait to meet everyone and help make this summer the best it can be!

Madde Stephenson