Sponsor:
Knoxville News Sentinel, Knoxville, Tennessee

Age, Grade:
15, Seventh Grade

School:
Robertsville Middle School, Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Profile:
Above all else, William's passions lie with literature. His favorite book is J.R.R. Tolkien's The Return of the King. A cellist, he shares his talent by playing in a local youth symphony orchestra. His outdoor activities include hiking, skiing, and geocaching (an outdoor treasure-hunting game). He is also a member of a local aquatic club and participates in swim meets and competitions. William is a member of the Technology Student Association, and he would like to pursue a career in science.