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Erin Tiwold

Erin Tiwold

Year: Sophomore
Position: Forward
Hometown: Northampton, Pa.
High School: Northampton
Major: Biochemistry

Why did you choose Moravian College?
I chose to attend Moravian College because I wanted to get a great education while being a student-athlete.

What is your major and why? Favorite Course? Future Plans?
My major in biochemistry and mathematics will prepare me for medical school. My favorite courses are chemistry and calculus. After medical school I want to be a pediatrician.

What is your most memorable moment as a Greyhound?
My most memorable moments as a freshman were playing as a Greyhound and making new friends.

How has being an athlete helped you as a student and in the classroom?
Being an athlete has helped me as a student in the classroom because a sport helps enforce time management.

What is the most difficult part of your sport?

The most difficult part of my sport is managing field hockey and schoolwork as a science and math major.

Why do you wear your jersey number?
I wear my jersey number because the number 4 represents my four values I believe in: leadership, hardwork, dedication and perseverance.

What advice do you have for a prospective Moravian College student-athlete?
Playing a sport can be some of the greatest times of your life but remember academics come first!

Why is community service important to your role as a student-athlete at Moravian?
Community service is an important aspect for student-athletes because it gives back to the community that supports us as a team.

Name one obstacle or form of adversity you have had to overcome...
An obstacle would be learning to cooperate as a team, despite the fact that everyone might not always see eye-to-eye with each other.

Rapid Fire:
Color? Orange
Food? Red Beets
Restaurant? A Ca Mia
Movie? The Lucky
TV Show? Pretty Little Liars
Musical Artist? Brad Paisley
Athlete? Peyton Manning
Pro Team? Broncos
Hobbies? Playing sports and reading
Most Prized Possession? My family and friends
Biggest Fear?
Jellyfish