Hometown:Lawrenceburg, Tennessee

Year: 2025

Major:Associate of Applied Science in Nursing

Lawrenceburg native and Tennessee Promise student Samantha Staggs graduated with an Associate of Applied Science degree in nursing. While attending Columbia State, Staggs was a member of the Lady Chargers softball team, allowing her to pursue both her athletic and professional goals. She now plans to continue her education online while working as a registered nurse at Maury Regional Medical Center.

“I have loved all of my time at Columbia State, and I have even made friends that I will have for a lifetime here,” Staggs said. “I am so grateful for the opportunity to pursue my dream to become a nurse and still play softball. I could not have done it without the students and staff support here at Columbia State.”