Prior to coming to Samford, Presley was actively involved in the children ministry at her hometown church. She is also a member of the National Reining Horse Association and spent a great deal of time reining her horse in local events. She was a Dean’s list member, and an Honors student. While attending Samford, Presley plans to study Law and History, as well as double minor in philosophy and art. History is very important to her because she believes that one must learn from the past in order to better the present and future. She also has a strong desire to improve the education system in America. Therefore, after graduation, Presley aspires to attend law school in order to be equipped to write policies that will better America as whole through bettering the education system.