Name: Erin Schlegel
Hometown: Millstone, New Jersey
Year: Junior
Major: Biology
Sport: Cross Country, Winter and Spring Track
Fun Fact: “I actually sing opera!”
Favorite Thanksgiving Tradition: “My family has more dessert than we have actual food! So, my favorite thing is trying all of the pies and cheesecake and cookies. And everyone has to try one of everything…it’s rule!”
Favorite Catholic Memory: “Winning Conferences for cross country freshman year”
Biggest pet peeve: “When girls wear heels that they can’t walk in. I can’t stand that.”
Celebrity crush: Jake Gyllenhaal
Best Class: “I’m going to sound like such a nerd, but Genetics!”
Favorite Thanksgiving Food: “Stuffing…I love stuffing. I love eating in general!”
Advice to Freshman: “Be open to trying out a bunch of new things in college, but don’t overcommit yourself!”
Favorite Place to Eat in DC: Old Ebbitt Grill
Guilty pleasure: “I have so many…but I guess eating chocolate before breakfast”
Embarrassing Confession: “Sometimes when I feel really awkward in a situation I pretend like I am getting a phone call and answer the phone and walk away…it works very well.”
What She is Thankful for This Year: “My family, my friends, and my dogs!”