A Darlington student is made up of many things. None of which is average. We help our students develop their interests, passions and pursuits, because we believe every individual has something to contribute. We also believe that only when you're 100% you, are you 100% Darlington.
Here at Darlington, every student’s path is different. We think that's a good thing.
In this #SeniorSpotlight, get to know Samuel Mumpower, a two-year day student from Rome who loves to spend time with his boarding buddies in Neville House.
When you think of Darlington, what three words come to mind first?
Fun, challenging, social
What's your favorite show to binge watch?
“Yellowstone”
What house are you a member of?
Neville House
What are you involved in at Darlington?
Football and track
If you play sports, who is your favorite coach and why?
Coach Hunt because he has coached me in football and track, and he is a funny guy.
What's your favorite place on campus and why?
Tommy Bethel and Caspar Kettenbach’s dorm room because it helps me get better at Madden 22.
Who's your favorite teacher and why?
Mr. Cox because he is a very fun teacher.
What's your favorite thing about Darlington?
The freedom and schedule.
Describe an experience that you've had at Darlington that you couldn't have had anywhere else.
Becoming best friends with a boarding student could not happen anywhere else. Caspar is from Germany and I would not have met him without Darlington.
What are some of the ways you've grown since you first came to Darlington?
I have become a better athlete and learned how to bond with students who speak a different language.
Where do you want to go to college and what is your dream job?
University of Tennessee and I want to be an oral surgeon.
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