Tyne Dougherty

Biography

Hometown: Waco, Texas

High School: Midway High School

University: Belmont University (Nashville, Tenn.)

Favorite Quote: "Men would pluck their mercies green when the Lord would have them ripe."

Favorite College Courses: I majored in musical theatre, so my favorite classes were all performance-based! I loved my acting coaching and voice lessons because of the deep, personal relationships I established with my professors.

Favorite Spokane Activity: Grabbing coffee from one of the many local shops and going on a walk/hike somewhere scenic!

Favorite Spokane Restaurant: Umi Kitchen and Sushi Bar

Favorite Thing About Whitworth: I love the beautiful campus, but the kind community is truly what makes Whitworth special.

Advice for Whitworth Applicants: Come to campus and experience life at Whitworth for yourself! An in-person visit is a wonderful way to see if a college is a good fit for you.

Free-for-All: In addition to admissions, I am also a tour guide and an actress. I gave three-hour tours of my hometown to guests from all around the world, led tours at my alma mater, and I have been working professionally as an actor/singer/dancer since I was 19!