Posted on Friday, November 21, 2025
Sophomore Solomon Morgan’s passion for music is driven by his faith, both of which he says are what bring him hope during tough challenges.
“I know that leaning on those will get me through the worst of the worst,” he says.
Music has always been something Morgan says he wanted to pursue as a career from the age of 8.
“I thought, ‘I’d want to do this for the rest of my life,’” he says. “I loved the feeling it gave me. Through the years, I feel I’ve acquired many skills and resources to take the musical ideas in my head and turn them into living and breathing projects.”
At LaGrange, the Music Production & Audio Engineering major has been able to grow in his faith and his craft through leading Chapel worship services.
“One of my favorite parts about the process of leading worship is how the Lord works everything out and fills in where I might be lacking,” he says. “It’s amazing to watch God work in those moments. And I give shout-outs to Braeden Martin, Jonquail Gates, Jehnia Nelson and Jala Williams as the worship band wouldn’t be what it is without the gifts, time and talents they bring.”
The Rev. Ashley Jenkins ’08, Chaplain and Spiritual Life Director, says he lives out the saying “Love God, Love Others” in all that he does.
“Solomon has brought joy, enthusiasm and a deep sense of care to Spiritual Life at LaGrange College,” she says. “His musical gifts have strengthened the Chapel Worship band, helping to build a welcoming and uplifting community of worship. Through his leadership and genuine faith, Solomon has encouraged others to engage more fully in worship and to experience God’s presence through music and fellowship.”
This fall, Morgan has been serving as an intern at First Baptist Church on the Square. The opportunity was made possible thanks to the NetVUE grant for Fostering Leadership for Communities of Faith from the Council of Independent Colleges. The Lilly Endowment provides generous support for the funding of the grant.
“Working in ministry has always been a great joy of mine,” he says. “For this internship, I’ve been able to play drums for Sunday morning worship, lead Sunday School lessons for pre-teens and teens, help with overnight retreats for the youth groups and lead worship on those retreats. It warms my heart to see younger kids have a desire for strong faith and fellowship with others.”
Church-based internship applications for Spring 2026 are now open. Interested students are asked to contact Rev. Jenkins at ajenkins@lagrange.edu.
At LC, Morgan holds membership roles in Black Student Union, Baptist Collegiate Ministries, LC Singers, Circle K and Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, which he is also serves as vice president. In addition, he edits audio for the Panther Talk podcast.
Last spring, Morgan acted and composed his own music for the role of Orpheus in the Price Theater play “Eurydice.”
“Theatre is a second love for me,” he says. “I love to perform and taking part in theatre is another way for me to express myself.”
Why should prospective students come to LC?
“They should come to LaGrange College because it is a welcoming place with faculty and staff who care and have the student’s best interest at heart.”
Football
The Panthers completed their regular season on Saturday, Nov. 15 with a 65-27 win at Southern Virginia to claim the USA South Championship with a perfect 7-0 conference record. At Sunday's NCAA Championship Tournament selection show, LaGrange was selected to play Framingham State University in the first round of the playoffs. On Thursday morning, the Panthers departed campus, embarking on the journey up to Framingham, Massachusetts, for their game on Saturday, Nov. 22 (tomorrow). Kickoff will be at noon.
Junior Henry Brodnax was named USA South Offensive Player of the Week. He leads the conference with 2,199 passing yards to go along with 18 touchdowns. Brodnax also earned a spot on the All-Conference Second Team (Quarterback).
Freshman Aaron Bryant was named USA South Offensive Rookie of the Week. He returned 13 kickoffs for 404 yards in the regular season, averaging 31.08 yards per return and ranking him second in the conference.
Freshman Kirk Scott was named Offensive Rookie of the Year. During the regular season, he rushed for 253 yards off 38 carries for seven touchdowns, all while averaging 6.7 yards per carry.
Freshman Zymarion Hudson was named Defensive Rookie of the Year. He finished the regular season with 38 tackles and 12.5 tackles for a loss to along with six sacks, totaling 59 yards. Hudson also earned a spot on the All-Conference First Team (Defensive Line).
Sophomore Mychal Stillwell was named to the All-Conference First Team (Tight End/H-Back/Fullback).
Junior Aaron Hunter was named to the All-Conference First Team (Offensive Line).
Sophomore Ched Smith was named to the All-Conference First Team (Linebacker).
Senior Legend Doggett was named to the All-Conference First Team (Cornerback).
Senior Deon King Jr. was named to the All-Conference First Team (Safety).
Junior Michael Hays was named to the All-Conference Second Team (Running Back).
Senior Jaylan Harris was named to the All-Sportsmanship Team.
Junior Dezmond Jones received an honorable mention.
Men's Basketball
LC fell to Millsaps 99-85 on Saturday, Nov. 15. The team is back on the court on Friday, Nov. 21 (today), and Saturday, Nov. 22 (tomorrow), when they travel to Pensacola Christian College to compete in the Pensacola Classic against the host Eagles and Welch College.
Sophomore Kani Rashied-Henry was named Collegiate Conference of the South Player of the Week. He leads the Panthers with 34 rebounds (25 defensive) and 10 blocks in addition to 47 points to his credit.
Women's Basketball
The Panthers dropped their game to Berry 55-44 on Saturday, Nov. 15. They went on to earn their first win of the season on Sunday, Nov. 16 against Sewanee. The team will return to the court on Friday, Nov. 21 (today), when they host Rhodes College.
Senior Laila Battle was named CCS Player of the Week. She reached her 1,000 career point milestone last weekend.
(Please note that schedules may change due to circumstances beyond our control. Please check www.lagrangepanthers.com to confirm.)
Friday, Nov. 21 – Women’s Basketball (Home) vs. Rhodes College, 6 p.m., Mariotti Gym
Friday, Nov. 21 – Men’s Basketball at Pensacola Christian College, 9 p.m., Pensacola, Florida
Saturday, Nov. 22 – Football (NCAA Tournament-First Round) at Framingham State University, noon, Framingham, Massachusetts
Saturday, Nov. 22 – Women’s Basketball at Point University, 2 p.m., West Point, Georgia
Saturday, Nov. 22 – Men’s Basketball vs. Welch College (@Pensacola), 6 p.m., Pensacola, Florida
Tuesday, Nov. 25 – Women’s Basketball at Oglethorpe, 7:30 p.m., Atlanta, Georgia
Category: Students, Community, Arts and Culture
Keywords: Music, Spiritual Life
