Future Alumni Spotlight: Tysen Dougherty ('20)

Before the world shifted, the Advancement Office had planned to share senior spotlights on some of the faces of the Class of 2020 and what Darlington means to them. These students represent everything Darlington’s faculty and staff work tirelessly for - our future alumni. 

There has never been a better time to feature our seniors - they deserve the spotlight as the spring they so looked forward to has shifted. This series will feature several Darlington seniors who will share their favorite things about Darlington and also how they are adjusting to this new world of distance learning. 

We hope you will enjoy getting to know these seniors better and will make a gift to honor the Class of 2020, who need our support now more than ever. To make a gift to the 2019-2020 Darlington Fund please click here. 

Let’s get to know Tysen Dougherty (’20), a day student from Rome, Georgia. 

How have you met the challenge of distance learning?

I have stayed positive through the process and try to keep my assignments as scheduled as possible.

What’s your favorite song?

“Shake the Frost” by Tyler Childers

What’s your favorite thing served in the dining hall?

Pizza

What house are you in?

Neville

What are you involved in at Darlington (clubs, etc.)?

Football, lacrosse, and Young Republicans Club.

If you are in sports who is your favorite coach and why?

Coach Atha, I couldn’t have asked for a better man to coach me through my four years of high school football.

What is your favorite place on campus and why?

The top of Billy Goat trail. It’s a very beautiful spot on campus and it’s always great to get to the top of a hill.

Who is your favorite teacher and why?

Mr. Inman, he always has a smile on his face, he is a great teacher, and he taught me one of my favorite subjects (world history).

Where do you want to go to college and what do you want to do?

I am going to Mercer University. I am not entirely sure, but I believe I would like to attend law school.

If you could name the two new swans what would you name them?

Lewis and Clark

If you were given $10,000 to donate where would you donate to and why?

I would give it to the lacrosse program due to its lack of locker rooms.

We have 1,500 donors who give to Darlington every year sure you have a great experience - in 10 words or less how would you thank them?

I couldn’t have asked for a better high school experience.

What is your favorite thing about Darlington and why is that important to you?

A great education. I loved what Darlington has taught me and how it has taught me. I believe that Darlington has done a great job in what a school's mission should be: providing a wonderful education that not only educates you but teaches you to think.