Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight: Samaria Murry
Bethany, W. Va. – The Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight highlights Bethany College Scholar-Athletes that exemplify outstanding leadership as an athlete, student, or in other college and community activities. These Scholar-Athletes have distinguished themselves above and beyond both in the classroom and on the playing field.
Get to know this week's Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight sophomore Samaria Murry.
Sport: Women's Basketball
Position: Forward
Hometown: Akron, Ohio
High School: St. Vincent-St. Mary
Major: Psychology
Minor: Spanish
Activities outside of Athletics?
On campus, I'm the VP of Psych Club and the PR Rep for the Sophomore Class Council. I also like doing yoga and going for drives with friends when I'm back home for breaks.
What is your dream job?
Not ENTIRELY sure yet, but it'll definitely be centered around psychology and helping other people.
Tips for being successful?
Make sure to take time for yourself and focus on self-care; whether that's cleaning your room, reading your favorite book, or listening to music for a couple of hours. It also helps to find purpose in the little things you do.
What does it mean to be a Scholar-Athlete?
Being a scholar-athlete, for me, means being able to compete on AND off the court. It's constantly attempting to better myself in order to become the best version of myself.
Why Bethany?
I chose Bethany after visiting the campus MANY times and having it constantly feel more and more like home with every visit.
What is your biggest accomplishment?
So far, my biggest accomplishment would be becoming a Presidential Scholar here at Bethany.
With COVID-19 restrictions, how have you adapted as an athlete and as a student?
One thing that helped me adapt was taking in each change one change at a time. Also, finding things to do outside was always a huge help.
Favorite Professor?
Dr. Snyder
Favorite Class?
My favorite class on campus at the moment is Forensic Psych with Dr. Snyder, but I also really enjoyed Gen Psych with her my freshman year.
A Fun Fact about yourself:
I'm from Akron, Ohio and attended LeBron James' alma mater.
