Taylor Humphries
Name: Taylor Humphries
Hometown: Williamsburg, Va.
Year in School: Junior
Major: Marine Science
On the way to visit a university in Florida, Taylor Humphries and her mom realized their road trip from Virginia would take them by a certain institution near the coast in South Carolina. The duo decided to take a look, ultimately going on a Coastal Carolina University campus tour. At that point, a place that was once unknown to Taylor had become her preferred college destination.
Besides the location and friendly vibe of Coastal, Taylor decided to become a Chanticleer for the opportunity to study a certain creature she has always found fascinating.
“Since I was little, I have had a passion for sharks,” Taylor says.
At first, Taylor’s original plan was to attend a college that offered a biology program and cross her fingers that time would allow for her to study sharks. But CCU’s marine science program not only offered a much more specific aquatic wildlife curriculum but it also allowed her to focus specifically on sharks. She is now on path to one day enter a career that will allow her to tag and track her favorite animal all day.
In addition to her academic endeavors, Taylor embraced the #TEALnation culture. Her initiative to become involved has helped her out a lot.
“Coastal helped me branch out more. Growing up I was introverted and kept to myself,” Taylor explains.
“Now I am volunteering at numerous places and I mentor young kids. It has just helped me become myself.”
She does more than just mentor young kids. Taylor also donates her time to various area humane societies. She will visit these centers and take the animals out of their cages, playing with them and giving them the attention they deserve. It is a selfless act of kindness and it provides a genuine look into Taylor’s soul.
Coastal Carolina appreciates kind-hearted students like Taylor. We are glad she returned to campus after a brief one-year hiatus and we hope she continues to be a great example to our campus community.