Erin Huggard chose Social Work because she wanted to help people and make a difference in their lives. In addition to Social Work, Erin is also minoring in Psychology and Counseling.
I absolutely love all the classes I have taken in the program so far, and they have really helped me in my everyday life. The professors in the Social Work department and the Psychology department are some of the best people I’ve ever met. They truly care about the future of their students and will do everything they can to be there for them and to support them.
Life on Campus
A 2021 graduate of Franklin Towne Charter High School, Erin has appreciated GMercyU's tight-knit community from the beginning. "When touring the school, I loved the community and the people I met. Everyone was so welcoming and super excited for all the new freshman coming in," she said.
She is currently serving as the President for Student Activities Committee (SAC) and is a member of the Black Student Union (BSU). She is also a Student Government Association (SGA) representative for the Dance team and served as an Orientation Leader for the past two years.
In addition to her leadership roles, Erin is also a student employee on campus. She works in the Office for Student Engagement, serves as a peer mentor, works in Admissions as a Griffin Ambassador, and works in the dining hall once per week.
Outside of her club involvement and work experience, Erin has also participated in one Alternative Spring Break trip to Baltimore, MD, which inspired her to launch the University's first annual Gwynedd Gala. The Gala raised more than $4,000 for a nonprofit they visited during the trip to Baltimore.
After graduating, Erin plans to continue her education by seeking her Master of Social Work.
“My dream is to become a medical social worker at a children’s hospital to support families and their children,” said Erin.
